PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 3
...Canon accessories. Use of genuine Canon accessories is designed to as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may affect the camera...icon appears for Secure Digital, a copyright protection system. These cards are modes in the FUNC. menu. Please note that apply only to repairs arising out of the malfunction of a battery pack). In the ... warranty does not apply to the PowerShot A430. Conventions Used in this Guide Icons appearing below , the mode dial can be used .
...Canon accessories. Use of genuine Canon accessories is designed to as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may affect the camera...icon appears for Secure Digital, a copyright protection system. These cards are modes in the FUNC. menu. Please note that apply only to repairs arising out of the malfunction of a battery pack). In the ... warranty does not apply to the PowerShot A430. Conventions Used in this Guide Icons appearing below , the mode dial can be used .
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 5
... Settings 69 Shooting/Viewing Images on a TV set 71 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) . . . . 72 Changing My Camera Settings 72 Troubleshooting 73 Camera 73 When the power is turned on 74 LCD monitor 74 Shooting 75 Shooting Movies 79 Playback 80 Battery 80 TV monitor output 81 Direct print compatible printers 81 List of...
... Settings 69 Shooting/Viewing Images on a TV set 71 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) . . . . 72 Changing My Camera Settings 72 Troubleshooting 73 Camera 73 When the power is turned on 74 LCD monitor 74 Shooting 75 Shooting Movies 79 Playback 80 Battery 80 TV monitor output 81 Direct print compatible printers 81 List of...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 6
Appendix 85 Battery Handling 85 Handling the Memory Card 87 Replacing the Date Battery 89 Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately 90 Using Rechargeable Batteries (Sold Separately 91 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately 93 Camera Care and Maintenance 95 Specifications 96 INDEX 106 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 112 4
Appendix 85 Battery Handling 85 Handling the Memory Card 87 Replacing the Date Battery 89 Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately 90 Using Rechargeable Batteries (Sold Separately 91 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately 93 Camera Care and Maintenance 95 Specifications 96 INDEX 106 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 112 4
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 8
... image and does not constitute a malfunction. Safety Precautions zBefore using the camera, please ensure that the camera is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. Less than 99.99% of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to the camera, battery, battery charger or separately sold compact power adapter. 6 About the LCD Monitor...
... image and does not constitute a malfunction. Safety Precautions zBefore using the camera, please ensure that the camera is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. Less than 99.99% of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to the camera, battery, battery charger or separately sold compact power adapter. 6 About the LCD Monitor...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 9
... use of the equipment may be swallowed accidentally. z Use only recommended power accessories. z Do not handle the power cord if your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. z Do not attempt to come into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it emits smoke or noxious fumes... cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the power cord. Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera battery or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. z Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the plug...
... use of the equipment may be swallowed accidentally. z Use only recommended power accessories. z Do not handle the power cord if your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. z Do not attempt to come into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it emits smoke or noxious fumes... cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the power cord. Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera battery or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. z Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the plug...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 10
...may lead to direct flame or heat. z Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to avoid fire and other products or batteries. z Please use Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and charger recommended for use with these substances, immediately flush with ..., injury and damage to severe impacts that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing contact these batteries. Contact with other hazards. Continued use to prevent direct contact with your camera. Use of batteries not expressly recommended for exclusive use it with the...
...may lead to direct flame or heat. z Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to avoid fire and other products or batteries. z Please use Canon AA-size NiMH batteries and charger recommended for use with these substances, immediately flush with ..., injury and damage to severe impacts that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing contact these batteries. Contact with other hazards. Continued use to prevent direct contact with your camera. Use of batteries not expressly recommended for exclusive use it with the...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 12
... strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as pins or keys) or dirt to cover the flash with batteries installed will cause battery leakage and damage the camera. z Avoid using the camera for extended periods with your fingers or clothing when shooting. z Be careful not to contact the charger... of the casing. z Ensure that could damage the flash. Storing the camera for extended periods of the flash. Doing so could lead to the surface of time, remove the battery from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in rapid succession. The flash may also cause ...
... strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as pins or keys) or dirt to cover the flash with batteries installed will cause battery leakage and damage the camera. z Avoid using the camera for extended periods with your fingers or clothing when shooting. z Be careful not to contact the charger... of the casing. z Ensure that could damage the flash. Storing the camera for extended periods of the flash. Doing so could lead to the surface of time, remove the battery from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in rapid succession. The flash may also cause ...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 13
... may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Exposure to form on its external and internal surfaces. Remove the memory card and battery or compact power adapter from the bag. Avoid Condensation Related Problems z When moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures...magnetic fields may damage the equipment. Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields z Never place the camera in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before removing it adjust to electric motors or other equipment...
... may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Exposure to form on its external and internal surfaces. Remove the memory card and battery or compact power adapter from the bag. Avoid Condensation Related Problems z When moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures...magnetic fields may damage the equipment. Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields z Never place the camera in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before removing it adjust to electric motors or other equipment...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 15
Before Using the Camera-The Components Guide Back View LCD Monitor (p. 15) Viewfinder (p. 19) DIGITAL Terminal (Basic Guide p. 17) DC Coupler Terminal (p. 90) Terminal Cover Coin Battery Holder (p. 89) Tripod Socket Memory Card Slot/Battery Cover (Basic Guide p. 1) 13
Before Using the Camera-The Components Guide Back View LCD Monitor (p. 15) Viewfinder (p. 19) DIGITAL Terminal (Basic Guide p. 17) DC Coupler Terminal (p. 90) Terminal Cover Coin Battery Holder (p. 89) Tripod Socket Memory Card Slot/Battery Cover (Basic Guide p. 1) 13
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 18
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting mode * Spot Frame * AF Frame (p. 46) Macro/Infinity (Basic Guide p. 9) * Low Battery (p. 85) Flash (Basic Guide p. 8) Zoom Magnification (p. 32)* (Red) * Movie Recording (p. 37) * * ** * Shooting Mode (Basic Guide p. 5/pp. 31, 37, 40, 51) Auto Rotate (p. 54) Folder ... (p. 53) White Balance (p. 49) Shooting Method (pp. 33, 35) My Colors (p. 51) Recording Pixels (p. 30) Compression (p. 30) Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate (Movie) (p. 39) * Camera Shake Warning (p. 74) * Appears even if the LCD monitor is set to Standard (No Information) 16
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting mode * Spot Frame * AF Frame (p. 46) Macro/Infinity (Basic Guide p. 9) * Low Battery (p. 85) Flash (Basic Guide p. 8) Zoom Magnification (p. 32)* (Red) * Movie Recording (p. 37) * * ** * Shooting Mode (Basic Guide p. 5/pp. 31, 37, 40, 51) Auto Rotate (p. 54) Folder ... (p. 53) White Balance (p. 49) Shooting Method (pp. 33, 35) My Colors (p. 51) Recording Pixels (p. 30) Compression (p. 30) Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate (Movie) (p. 39) * Camera Shake Warning (p. 74) * Appears even if the LCD monitor is set to Standard (No Information) 16
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 21
... under the following while an indicator is charging zLower Indicator Yellow: Macro mode/infinity mode Blinking Yellow: Focusing difficulty (camera beeps once) 19 Shut off the power, or open the memory card slot/battery cover zUpper Indicator Green: Ready to shoot Blinking Green: Image recording/reading/erasing/transferring (when connected to a computer...
... under the following while an indicator is charging zLower Indicator Yellow: Macro mode/infinity mode Blinking Yellow: Focusing difficulty (camera beeps once) 19 Shut off the power, or open the memory card slot/battery cover zUpper Indicator Green: Ready to shoot Blinking Green: Image recording/reading/erasing/transferring (when connected to a computer...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 27
... Brightness -7 to 0 to +7* *Default setting Reference Page Set to [On] to [On]. Adjusts the volume of the start -up sound when the camera is recording. Shutter Volume Playback Vol. Operation Vol. The volume cannot be adjusted if [Mute] is released. Adjusts the volume of the beeps that sounds... when the memory card slot/battery cover is open while data is pressed during operation. before the shutter is set to silence all sounds except the warning that sound when any...
... Brightness -7 to 0 to +7* *Default setting Reference Page Set to [On] to [On]. Adjusts the volume of the start -up sound when the camera is recording. Shutter Volume Playback Vol. Operation Vol. The volume cannot be adjusted if [Mute] is released. Adjusts the volume of the beeps that sounds... when the memory card slot/battery cover is open while data is pressed during operation. before the shutter is set to silence all sounds except the warning that sound when any...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 63
...can be saved. z[New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. z[Overwrite] saves the edited movie with its original name. If the battery runs out of charge partway through, edited movie clips cannot be selected. Note, if you press the FUNC./SET button while saving the movie, saving... is recommended that you use two new size-AA alkaline batteries, two fully charged size-AA NiMH batteries, or the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (p. 90). 61 When editing movies, it is canceled. zTo check a temporarily ...
...can be saved. z[New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. z[Overwrite] saves the edited movie with its original name. If the battery runs out of charge partway through, edited movie clips cannot be selected. Note, if you press the FUNC./SET button while saving the movie, saving... is recommended that you use two new size-AA alkaline batteries, two fully charged size-AA NiMH batteries, or the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (p. 90). 61 When editing movies, it is canceled. zTo check a temporarily ...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 75
zPress the power button for a moment (Basic Guide p. 2). batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. (Basic Guide p. 1). zPolish the terminals with a soft cotton swab before charging or using the battery (p. 85). There is securely closed (Basic Guide p. 1). Troubleshooting Camera Camera will not operate. battery cover is no changed. zUse the AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) (p. 90). Troubleshooting...
zPress the power button for a moment (Basic Guide p. 2). batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. (Basic Guide p. 1). zPolish the terminals with a soft cotton swab before charging or using the battery (p. 85). There is securely closed (Basic Guide p. 1). Troubleshooting Camera Camera will not operate. battery cover is no changed. zUse the AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) (p. 90). Troubleshooting...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 76
... the LCD monitor will not be recorded when shooting still photos, but not in still images.) A bar of insufficient or affix the camera to a tripod to formatting the memory card, slide "Write protect". zThis is a normal occurrence in strong sunlight or bright light. zThis... A slow shutter speed has zRaise the ISO speed, set to lighting. 74 shoot (Basic Guide p. 8). message appears. The lithium coin battery zReplace it will be recorded when shooting movies. Subject is low. Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting. This bar of light will darken...
... the LCD monitor will not be recorded when shooting still photos, but not in still images.) A bar of insufficient or affix the camera to a tripod to formatting the memory card, slide "Write protect". zThis is a normal occurrence in strong sunlight or bright light. zThis... A slow shutter speed has zRaise the ISO speed, set to lighting. 74 shoot (Basic Guide p. 8). message appears. The lithium coin battery zReplace it will be recorded when shooting movies. Subject is low. Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting. This bar of light will darken...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 80
...is used in another device. Memory card was opened with digital cameras and does not constitute a malfunction. For this mode to be flash is a phenomenon that occurs with battery cover, turn the power off again (Basic Guide p. 1). 78 Memory card slot/battery zFirst close the memory card slot/ cover was formatted in... subject. Try asking them red-eye reduction mode (Basic appear red when the Guide p. 8). zEven better results can make them to your camera (p. 29). zUse a memory card formatted in indoor settings or approaching closer to memory card takes a long time.
...is used in another device. Memory card was opened with digital cameras and does not constitute a malfunction. For this mode to be flash is a phenomenon that occurs with battery cover, turn the power off again (Basic Guide p. 1). 78 Memory card slot/battery zFirst close the memory card slot/ cover was formatted in... subject. Try asking them red-eye reduction mode (Basic appear red when the Guide p. 8). zEven better results can make them to your camera (p. 29). zUse a memory card formatted in indoor settings or approaching closer to memory card takes a long time.
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 82
zSet the file name or location to the Software Starter Guide for details). Battery Battery consumed quickly. batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Some movies shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. Reading images from memory card is slow. Memory card was changed with insufficient system resources. zComputer images that cannot be...
zSet the file name or location to the Software Starter Guide for details). Battery Battery consumed quickly. batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Some movies shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. Reading images from memory card is slow. Memory card was changed with insufficient system resources. zComputer images that cannot be...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 83
... not properly connected. zReinsert the batteries several charging cycles. Canon AA-size NiMH batteries consumed quickly. zReplace the batteries with the specified cable. zSet the video system to the appropriate setting, NTSC or PAL, for ( Print Method)...mode. Incorrect video system setting. zMake sure the camera and printer are connected properly with the unused batteries. zTurn on TV monitor. Battery life exceeded. Shoot in Stitch Assist mode. zSelect [Auto] for your TV (p. 22). Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures. TV monitor output ...
... not properly connected. zReinsert the batteries several charging cycles. Canon AA-size NiMH batteries consumed quickly. zReplace the batteries with the specified cable. zSet the video system to the appropriate setting, NTSC or PAL, for ( Print Method)...mode. Incorrect video system setting. zMake sure the camera and printer are connected properly with the unused batteries. zTurn on TV monitor. Battery life exceeded. Shoot in Stitch Assist mode. zSelect [Auto] for your TV (p. 22). Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures. TV monitor output ...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 84
...already been reached. zThe image could not be recorded. Change the batteries. zBattery charge is an image with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AAsize NiMH batteries (be recorded. Memory card full zMemory card is write-protected.... No more can be created because there is insufficient to retain onto a computer, then reformat the memory card. zThe SD card is full of Messages The following messages may appear on the camera...
...already been reached. zThe image could not be recorded. Change the batteries. zBattery charge is an image with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AAsize NiMH batteries (be recorded. Memory card full zMemory card is write-protected.... No more can be created because there is insufficient to retain onto a computer, then reformat the memory card. zThe SD card is full of Messages The following messages may appear on the camera...
PowerShot A430 / A420 Manuals Camera User Guide Advanced
Page 87
.... z If you purchase may leak. The partially used batteries may not be identical. 85 Appendix Change the batteries Battery charge is possible to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries, performance is low. If you plan to use the camera for a long time, we recommend using Canon's AA-size NiMH Battery Kit (sold separately) only. z Be careful to...
.... z If you purchase may leak. The partially used batteries may not be identical. 85 Appendix Change the batteries Battery charge is possible to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries, performance is low. If you plan to use the camera for a long time, we recommend using Canon's AA-size NiMH Battery Kit (sold separately) only. z Be careful to...