Canon PowerShot A560 PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced
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ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA CDI-E278-010 © 2007 CANON INC. PRINTED IN MALAYSIA Advanced Camera User Guide Before Using the Camera Shooting Playback/Erasing Print/Transfer Settings Troubleshooting List of Messages Appendix Advanced Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 2
Main Features Shooting z Avoid the effects of camera shake or blurry subjects when shooting by using a still images Printing z Makes printing easy with the Print/Share button z Also supports non- Canon brand PictBridge compliant printers Uses of Recorded Images z Effortlessly transfer them to a - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 3
memory cards, SDHC memory cards and MultiMediaCards with this camera. These cards are collectively called memory cards in this guide. Use of genuine Canon accessories by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 4
the Viewfinder 16 Power Saving Function 17 Menus and Settings 18 Menu List 20 Resetting Settings to Their Default Values 24 Formatting Memory Cards 25 Shooting 26 Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images) 26 Using the Digital Zoom/ Digital Tele-Converter 28 Setting - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 5
74 Setting the DPOF Print Settings 74 Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings 79 Troubleshooting 81 Camera 81 When the power is turned on 82 LCD monitor 82 Shooting 84 Shooting Movies 88 Playback 89 Battery 90 TV monitor output 91 Printing with a direct print compatible printer 91 List - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 6
Appendix 96 Battery Handling 96 Handling the Memory Card 98 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately 100 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately). . . . .104 Replacing the Date Battery 106 Camera Care and Maintenance 108 Specifications 109 INDEX 118 Functions Available in Each - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 7
arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable. Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 8
"Safety Precautions" section of the Basic Camera User Guide. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. z 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 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 9
use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera batteries or unplug the battery charger or compact power adapter from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. 7 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 10
, alter or place heavy items on the power cord. z Use only recommended power accessories. z Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe medical assistance. z Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging or when not - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 11
z When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. z The compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with this that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera. Such items may lose data or stop working. 9 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 12
electrical outlet or wiring accessories. Do not use if the power cord or plug is batteries from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in a safe place. If the batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur. z Do not connect compact power adapters or battery - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 13
may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Avoid Condensation Related Problems z When moving the equipment rapidly from cold to hot Camera z Stop using the camera immediately. Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the memory card and batteries or compact power adapter from the camera - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 14
for approximately 6 sec. when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display mode. z The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off. z The LCD monitor does not shut off in the mode. z The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display in - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 15
Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) Digital Tele-Converter (p. 28) Zoom Magnification (p. 28) Spot AE Point Frame (p. 46) AF Frame (p. 40) Safety Zoom (p. 29) Macro (Basic Guide p. 15) ( ··· )* ISO Speed (p. 54) Low Battery (p. 96) Before Using the Camera - Basic Operations Flash (Basic - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 16
be selected. Shoot using the following methods. - Raise the ISO speed (p. 54). - Select a setting other than (flash off) (Basic Guide p. 14). - Attach the camera to a tripod or other device. Playback Information (Playback Mode) Standard WAVE Format Sound (p. 69) Folder Number-File Number Shooting - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 17
16) Before Using the Camera - Basic Operations Shooting Mode Flash (Basic Guide p. 14) (Basic Guide pp. 11 - 13) Macro (Basic Guide p. 15) Metering Mode for Camera File System Standards (p. 110) RAW image Unrecognized data type Information for images shot on other cameras may not display - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 18
a negative value if the image is too bright (p. 46). Sample Histograms Dark Image Balanced Image Bright Image Using the Viewfinder The viewfinder (Basic Guide p. 2) can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 12) while shooting. Shows the center of the image Viewfinder 16 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 19
* after the last control is accessed even if [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. Press any button other than the power button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on. Playback Mode Connected to a Printer Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last control is accessed - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 20
Menus and Settings Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. z FUNC. Menu z Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus FUNC. Menu Sets many of the functions commonly - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 21
Before Using the Camera - Basic Operations Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. Rec. Menu Set up Menu a e b You can switch between menus with the or c d button when this part is selected. • This example - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 22
Rate (Movie) Recording Pixels (Still Image) Recording Pixels (Movie) Reference Page Basic Guide p. 12 p. 36 p. 46 p. 47 p. 49 p. 52 p. 45 p. 26 p. 39 p. 26 p. 39 Rec. Menu ( ) *Default setting Menu Item AiAF Digital Zoom (Still Image) (Movies) Slow Synchro Red-Eye Options Face Detect*/On/Off - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 23
Before Using the Camera - Basic Operations Menu Item Options Summary/ Reference Page Self-timer Custom 10 sec.*/20 sec./Custom Delay: 0 - 10*, 15, 20, 30 sec. Basic Guide p. 16 Shots: 1 - 10*1 AF-assist Beam On*/Off - Review Off/2*- 10/seconds/Hold Basic Guide p. 10 Disp. Overlay (Still - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 24
Page Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds except for the warning sounds (Basic Guide p. 9). Off / 1 /2*/ 3 / 4 / 5 Adjusts the volume of the is set to [On]. Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound when the camera is turned on. Adjusts the volume of the operation sound that beeps when any - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 25
LCD monitor turns off when no camera operation is performed. Date/Time Basic Guide p. 8 Format You can also set a low level format (p. 25). File 55 Lens Retract 1 minute*/ 0 seconds Sets the lens retraction timing when switching from shooting mode to playback mode. Language Basic Guide p. - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 26
shot in (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP730/CP720/CP710/ CP510. As this setting will be stored to memory even when the power Select [OK] and press . z Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. z The following - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 27
FUNC./SET button. You can still use a card without problem when formatting is halted, but its data will be erased. Low Level Format We recommend you select [Low Level Format] when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. A low level format may require 2 to 3 minutes - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 28
postcard-size prints 148 × 100 mm (6 × 4 in.) Printing L-size prints 119 × 89 mm (4.7 × 3.5 in.) 640 × 480 pixels Sending images as e-mail attachments or shooting more Low images 26 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 29
Superfine Fine Normal Purpose High Shoot higher quality images Quality Shoot normal quality images Shoot more images Normal z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 115). z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (pp. 114, 115). Shooting 27 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 30
at the selected zoom factor, and the focal length shifts to maximum telephoto. This enables a faster shutter speed and 66.5 - 266 mm less chance of camera shake than a shot taken at the same angle of view with [Standard] or [Off]. z The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 31
display in the LCD monitor. z Based on the number of recording pixels set, the Safety Zoom feature calculates the maximum zoom factor beyond which image quality will begin to deteriorate. The digital zoom pauses at this zoom factor for a moment, and appears on the LCD monitor (except in mode). If - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 32
quality may deteriorate ( and the zoom factor appear in blue). About the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used for telephoto shooting). Setting the Red-Eye Reduction Function Shooting Mode * *Cannot - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 33
flash timing is adjusted to slow shutter speeds. This reduces the chance that only the background will appear dark when a night scene or an interior shot is taken. 1 (Rec.) Menu [Slow Synchro] [On]/[Off]*. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). * Default setting. When [Slow Synchro] is set to [On - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 34
interval until the memory card is full (pp. 114, 115). * Recommended Memory Card: Super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) to which low-level formatting (p. 25) is conducted immediately before shooting. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 35
the built-in memory of the camera fills. z If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash in postcard size grays out. The digital zoom or digital tele-converter cannot be used in this mode. For printing instructions, refer to the Direct Print User Guide. Shooting 33 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 36
Menu [Date Stamp] [Off]*/ [Date]/[Date & Time]. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). * Default setting. z LCD monitor display : [Off] : [Date]/[Date & Time] z Ensure that the camera's date/time is set beforehand (p. 23). z The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been set. 34 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 37
, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check the position of your subject. Grid Lines 3:2 Guide Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Helps confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject. Helps confirm the print area for a 3:2 print.*2 Areas outside - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 38
select the recording pixels and frame rate and record until the memory card is full (when a super high-speed memory card is used, such as the recommended SDC-512MSH). The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode (p. 28). • Maximum Size: 4 GB/movie* Fast Frame Rate Use this mode to record - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 39
and [zRec] appear on the LCD monitor. z Pressing the shutter button fully again stops recording. Recording will stop automatically under the following circumstances. - When the maximum recording time elapses - When the built-in memory or memory card become full Shooting 37 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 40
are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 25). The memory card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. z Be careful of the following while recording. - Do not touch the microphone (Basic Guide p. 1). - Do not press any - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 41
Rate*2 320 × 240 pixels { - - Compact*2 160 × 120 pixels - - { *1 Default setting. *2 The recording pixels and frame rate are fixed. z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 115). z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 114). 39 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 42
subject so that the face is correctly illuminated when the flash fires. If a face is not detected, images will be shot using the [On] option. * Only in evaluative metering mode (p. 45). The camera automatically selects On between 9 AF frames to focus on according to the shooting conditions. The - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 43
displays up to 9 green AF frames. - If no white frame displays and all the frames appear in gray, images will be shot using the [On] option rather than [Face Detect]. - The camera may mistakenly identify non-human subjects as a face. If this occurs, switch to the [On] or [Off] option. z In certain - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 44
difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. z Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings z Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects back off the glass. Shooting with the Focus Lock 1 Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 45
frame. 3 Press and hold the shutter button halfway and press the button. z The icon will appear on the LCD monitor. 4 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and shoot. To Release the AF Lock Press the button. z When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 46
if the flash fires. 1 Turn on the LCD monitor. 2 Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure setting. 3 Press and and press the button. z The icon will display. 4 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button fully. To Release the AE Lock - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 47
LCD monitor. 2 Press the button and select (flash on). 3 Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the flash exposure setting. 4 Press will pre-fire and icon will display. 5 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button fully. To Release the FE - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 48
for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background. 1 Turn on the LCD monitor. 2 FUNC. Menu - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 49
Shooting To Cancel the Exposure Compensation Follow Step 2 to restore the compensation value to [0]. In mode, the exposure shift can be set/canceled (p. 38). Shooting in Long Shutter Mode Shooting Mode You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. 1 FUNC. - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 50
, however, may be required before the next image can be shot. z Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness. z Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. z Use of the flash may result in - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 51
or button to select a white balance setting and press the FUNC./SET button. White Balance Settings Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera. Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day. Cloudy For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies. Tungsten For recording under - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 52
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 establish as the standard white the center frame will not appear when the digital zoom is being used, or when is displayed. 50 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 53
Shooting z You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). z Shoot with the same - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 54
You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Settings My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia B/W Custom Default setting. z Use the or button to select a My Colors mode. z Mode See Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode (p. 53). z Modes other than Press the FUNC./SET button. The - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 55
Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode 1 (Custom Color) . See Menus and Settings (p. 18). 2 Use the or button to select [Contrast], [Sharpness] or [Saturation] and the or button - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 56
Adjusting the ISO Speed Shooting Mode Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. 1 Press the ISO button to cycle through ISO settings. z - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 57
sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the of images downloaded to a computer will depend upon the software used to download the images. When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 58
Creating an Image Destination (Folder) Shooting Mode You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. You - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 59
Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation 2 Select a day for the [Auto Create] option and a time in the [Time] option . z displays when the specified time arrives. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created. Up to 2000 images can be saved into one folder. A new - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 60
images together on a computer because you avoid file name duplication when changing Continuous folders or memory cards*. * When a blank memory card is used. If a memory card with recorded data is used, the 7-digit number for the last recorded folder and image is compared with the last one on the - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 61
. New Folder Created Memory Card 1 Memory Card Exchanged for Another Memory Card 1 Memory Card 2 Continuous Auto Reset Memory Card 1 Memory Card 1 Memory Card 2 z Images may Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information regarding folder structures or image types. Shooting 59 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 62
Playback/Erasing Please also see the Basic Camera User Guide (p. 18). Magnifying Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward . around the image. z If you press the FUNC./SET button while in magnified display, the camera switches to image advance mode and will display. You can use the or button to advance - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 63
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) 1 Press the zoom lever toward z Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. z Use the , , or button to change the image selection. . Selected Image Movie Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 64
Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the five search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jump 10 Images Jump 100 Images Jump Shot Date Jump to Movie Jump to Folder Jumps over 10 images at a time - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 65
Viewing Movies Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. 1 Display a movie and press . z Images with a movies. icon are Time movie was shot Playback Progress Bar Movie Control Panel Volume Level (Adjust it with the or button) 2 Select (Play) and press . z The movie will pause if you - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 66
Movie Control Panel Ends playback and returns to single image playback Prints (An icon will display when a printer is connected. See the Direct Print User Guide for details.) Play Slow Motion Playback (You can use the button to slow down or the button to speed up playback.) Displays the first frame - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 67
./SET button. z This also can be set in the index playback mode. When images are downloaded to a computer, the orientation of images rotated by the camera will depend upon the software used to download the images. Playback/Erasing 65 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 68
Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. However, red eyes may not be automatically detected in some images or the results may not turn out as you intended. Examples: z Faces near the screen edges or faces that appear extremely small, large, dark or bright in - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 69
eye correction cannot be performed on movies. z Overwriting cannot be performed on protected images. z When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. z Although you can apply red eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 70
Adding Correction Frames You can add up to a maximum of 35 correction frames. 1 Use the or button to select [Add Frame] and press . 2 Use the , , or or button to move the frame and press . z You can change the size of the frame with the zoom lever. 68 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 71
Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode (including single image playback and index playback), you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. 1 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). 2 Use the or button to select an image to - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 72
. z Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased. Automated Playback (Auto Play) Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. 1 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). 70 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 73
2 Press . z During automated playback, the following functions are possible: - Pausing/resuming the Auto Play: Press the FUNC./SET button - Fast forwarding/rewinding: Press the or button (hold down the button to switch between images more rapidly) - Stopping the Auto Play: Press the MENU button - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 74
You can play back images on a television with the supplied AV cable. 1 Turn off the camera and the TV. 2 Connect the AV cable to the camera's A/V OUT terminal. z Slip your fingernail under the lower end of the camera's terminal cover, lift it open and plug the interface cable in all the way. 3 Plug - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 75
), Oceania and others If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output may not display properly. Erasing All Images z Note that erased To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 76
used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. This is extremely convenient for printing on a direct print compatible printer, or for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF. The icon may display for a memory card with print settings - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 77
press the FUNC./SET button to select or deselect it. Index Print Selection z You can also select images in the index playback mode. z If the camera is connected to a printer, the button will light in blue while images are being selected. At this time, press the button, confirm that [Print - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 78
All the Images on a Memory Card 1 (Print) Menu [Select All Images] . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). z One copy of every image will be set to print. z Selecting [Clear All Selections] cancels all print settings. z When the camera is connected to a printer, the button will light in blue. At - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 79
Setting the Print Style After setting the print style, select the images for printing. The following settings can be selected. *Default setting Standard* Print Type Index Both Date (On/Off*) File No. (On/Off*) Clear DPOF data (On*/Off) Prints one image per page. Prints the selected images - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 80
[On], the date will end up being printed twice on these images. z Dates print in the style specified in the [Date/Time] menu (p. 23, Basic Guide p. 8). 78 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 81
downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. The icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 82
select images in the index playback mode. All the Images on a Memory Card 2 Select [Mark all] and press . z Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings. 3 Select [OK] and press . z Images are transferred in order according to the file number. z A maximum of 998 images can be selected. 80 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 83
Troubleshooting Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. z Press the power button (Basic Guide p. 9). Memory card slot/battery z Confirm that the memory card slot/ cover is open. battery cover is securely closed (Basic Guide p. 5). Batteries are loaded in the wrong direction. - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 84
memory card, slide the write protect tab upward (p. 98). The Date/Time menu appears. The lithium coin battery z Replace the lithium date battery charge is low movies. Display flickers. Display flickers when shot z This is not a camera malfunction under fluorescent lighting. (flickering recorded - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 85
54). z Set the flash to any setting other than (flash off) (Basic Guide p. 14). z Set the self-timer (Basic Guide p. 16) and secure the camera to something, such as a tripod. appears. This displays when using a memory card that has print settings or transfer settings set by other DPOF-compliant - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 86
them from the memory card to make space. Memory card is not formatted correctly. z Format the memory card (p. 25). z If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD memory card or SDHC memory card is write - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 87
set to [Off]. z In dark places where it is difficult for the camera to focus, the AFassist Beam will emit to assist focusing. As the AF light for shooting. z Set the flash to (Flash on) (Basic Guide p. 14). The subject is underexposed because the surroundings are too bright. Troubleshooting 85 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 88
image quality, use as low an ISO speed as possible (p. 54). z In , , and modes in the mode, the ISO speed increases and noise can appear. White dots appear on the image. Light from the flash has z This is a phenomenon that occurs reflected off dust particles with digital cameras and does not or - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 89
in another device. z Use a memory card formatted in your camera (p. 25). Lens will not retract. Memory card slot cover/ z After closing the memory card slot/ battery cover was opened battery cover, turn the power on with power on. then back off (Basic Guide p. 5). Troubleshooting 87 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 90
or the frame rate (p. 39) - Use a high-speed memory card (SDC-512MSH, etc.) Zoom does not operate. Zoom lever was pressed while shooting in movie mode. z Operate the zoom before shooting in movie mode (Basic Guide p. 13). Note the digital zoom is available while shooting, but only in Standard - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 91
on the file format/structure of the camera. (Refer to the Software Starter Guide for details). Movies do not play back correctly. Movies recorded with high recording pixels and frame rates may momentarily stop playing if played on slow reading memory cards. You may experience frame dropping and - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 92
device. z Use a memory card formatted in your camera (p. 25). Battery Batteries consumed quickly. Battery is not being used z See Battery Handling Precautions to its full capacity. (p. 96). Batteries are not the right z Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 93
are not properly connected. The printer power is not turned on. The print connection method is not correct. z Securely connect the camera and printer with the specified cable. z Turn on the printer power. z In the (Set up) menu, select [Print Method] and select [Auto] (p. 24). Troubleshooting 91 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 94
, you may be able to continue using it. However, if this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full Memory card is full of images and no more can be recorded or saved. Or - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 95
data. Change the batteries Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace both batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Also refer to Battery Handling (p. 96). No image No images recorded on memory card. Image too - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 96
modify image You attempted to apply a Red Eye Correction to an image recorded in a different camera. Cannot Modify Cannot apply red-eye correction as no red-eye is detected. Cannot transfer! When any more. Cannot complete! Could not save a part of the print, transfer or slide show settings. 94 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 97
the lens. Exx (xx: number) Camera detected an error. Turn the power off and then back on, then shoot or play back. A problem exists if the error code reappears. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk. If an error code displays directly after taking a picture, the shot may - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 98
is low. If using the camera for an extended period, replace the batteries as soon as possible. Change the batteries Batteries are depleted and the camera can no longer operate. Replace the batteries immediately. Battery Handling Precautions z This camera uses AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 99
camera can be used reduced. z At low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced and the low battery batteries before loading them, as some batteries may come with defective seals. Do not use batteries with defective seals. Never use batteries that look like this. Batteries with all or part - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 100
subject to dust or sand • Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures z Since some or all of the data recorded on the memory card may be corrupted or erased by electrical noise, static electricity, camera or card malfunction, making a backup copy of important data is recommended. 98 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 101
memory cards that have been formatted in your camera. • The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 102
and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. Recharging is also possible using two batteries. To a power outlet To a power outlet 4 batteries Charge Indicator 2 batteries • After inserting the batteries, plug the charger (CB-5AH) into an - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 103
charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH Battery NB-3AH and NB2AH. Please do not attempt to charge any other type of battery. z Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge both of them at the same time. z Do - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 104
of their lifespan. Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. z Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may result in damage from battery leakage. When not in use, remove the batteries from the camera or charger and store them in - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 105
for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. 1 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter first and then plug the other end into the power outlet. 2 Open the terminal cover and attach the cord to the - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 106
built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this explanation. Tripod Sockets Bracket (Comes with the flash) 104 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 107
proximity. z The High-Power Flash may not fire outdoors shots. z Fasten the attachment screws securely so that they do not loosen. Failure to do so may lead to the dropping of the camera and flash resulting in damage to both. z Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 108
the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery since corrosive battery fluids could damage the stomach or intestinal wall. 1 Confirm that the camera is turned off. 2 Slide the memory card slot/battery cover lock and open the cover. 3 Hook your nail onto the - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 109
with the (-) side facing up. 6 Replace the battery holder and close the memory card slot/battery cover. 7 When the Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time (Basic Guide p. 8). After purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the first time, although the Date/Time menu will appear - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 110
soft cloth. Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate customer support list supplied with your camera. Viewfinder and LCD Monitor Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If necessary - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 111
PowerShot A560 Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 7.1 million Image Sensor : 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 7.4 million) Lens : 5.8 (W) - 23.2 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 35 (W) - 140 (T) mm) f/2.6 (W) - f/5.5 (T) Digital autofocus AF lock and manual focus are available - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 112
(Still images) : Auto, Manual*, Portrait, Landscape, Night Snapshot shots/sec. (Large/Fine mode) Self-timer : Activates shutter after an approx. 10-sec./ approx. 2-sec. delay, Custom Timer Recording Media : SD memory card or SDHC memory card/ MultiMediaCard File Format : Design rule for camera - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 113
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 frames/sec.) Recording can continue until the memory card is full* (Max. Clip Size - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 114
compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible Interface : USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B) Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable, monaural audio) Communication Settings : MTP, PTP Power Source : AA alkaline batteries (included in the camera kit) AA NiMH batteries (NB4-300 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 115
flash fired once every two shots and the camera power turned off after every tenth shot. Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. • A Canon-brand memory card is used. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 116
Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities : Card included with the camera Recording Pixels Compression 16MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH ( shooting (p. 32) (When card has been formatted with a low level format). • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 117
Recording Frame Pixels Rate 640 × 480 pixels 320 × 240 pixels : Card included with the camera 16MB SDC-128M SDC512MSH 7 sec. 1 min. 4 sec. 4 min . 55 min. 57 sec. * Maximum clip length at : 1 min and : 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording time. Image Data Sizes - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 118
Interface Dimensions Weight Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards 32.0 × 24.0 × 1.4 mm (1.3 × 0.9 × 0.06 in.) Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) SD Memory Card Interface Dimensions Weight Compatible with SD memory card standards 32.0 × 24.0 × 2.1 mm (1.3 × 0.9 × 0.1 in.) Approx. 2 g (0.07 oz.) 116 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 119
rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery Nominal Voltage 1.2 V DC Typical Capacity 2500 mAh (min.: 2300 mAh) Cycle Life Approx. 300 times charging four NB-3AH batteries *2 When charging two NB-3AH batteries loaded one on each side of the battery charger Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 ( - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 120
Battery Battery Capacity 113 Capacity 96 Charging 96 Handling 96 Installing Basic 5 Beach Basic 12 C Camera Care and Maintenance 108 Compact Power Adapter 103, 117 Compression 27 Continuous Shooting 32 Create Folder 56 D Date Stamp 21, 34 Default Values 24 Detailed Display 15 Digital - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 121
G Grid Lines 13, 35 H HF-DC1 104 High-Power Flash 104 Histogram 16 I Image Data Sizes (Estimated 115 M Macro Basic 15 Magnifying 60 MANUAL Shooting Mode .........Basic 13 Memory Card Estimated Capacities ....... 114 Formatting 25 Handling 98 Memory card Inserting Basic 5 MENU 19, Basic - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 122
18 Playback Vol 22 Portrait Basic 11 Power Button Basic 3, 9 Power Saving Function .......... 17 Print Menu 21 Batteries ....... 100 Rechargeable Battery .......... 117 Recording Pixels ........ 13, 26, 39 Red-Eye Correction Function . 66 Red-Eye Reduction Function . 30 Reset All 24 Review - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 123
MEMO 121 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 124
MEMO 122 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 125
MEMO 123 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 126
MEMO 124 - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 127
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct 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. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 128
by any means, without the prior written permission of Canon. • Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the software, SD memory cards (SD cards), personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of nonCanon SD - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 129
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zz Basic c c c Guide p. 16 c -c Date Stamp AiAF AF Lock AF-assist Beam Digital Zoom Digital Tele-Converter Exposure Compensation ISO selection is not possible. • (Shaded Area): Setting is retained even when the camera power is shut off. • With the exception of the [Date/Time], [Language - Canon PowerShot A560 | PowerShot A560 Camera User Guide Advanced - Page 131
is set to [Flash on]. (8) Can only be set and used in the mode. (9) Only switching between and is available. (10) Automatically set by the camera. (11) or cannot be set in Long Shutter mode. (12) This cannot be set when My Colors is set to [Sepia] or [B/W]. (13) Only Grid
DIGITAL CAMERA
Advanced Camera User Guide
Before Using the Camera
Shooting
Playback/Erasing
Print/Transfer Settings
Troubleshooting
List of Messages
Appendix
Advanced
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Camera User Guide
This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.