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CDI-E238-010
© 2006 CANON INC.
PRINTED IN CHINA
ENGLISH
Photo of PowerShot A640
Advanced
Camera User Guide
This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.
Before Using the Camera
Shooting
Playback/Erasing
Print/Transfer Settings
Viewing Images on a TV set
Troubleshooting
List of Messages
Appendix

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  • Page 1 CDI-E238-010 © 2006 CANON INC. ENGLISH Photo of PowerShot A640 Advanced Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail. PRINTED IN CHINA Before Using the Camera Shooting Playback/Erasing Print/Transfer Settings Viewing Images on a TV set...
  • Page 2 Plays back automatically using the Auto Play function Editing Adds effects to still images with My Colors Records sound memos for still images Edits movies Printing Makes printing easy with the Print/Share button Also supports non-Canon brand PictBridge compliant printers...

  • Page 3: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Items marked with a functions or procedures. Conventions Used in this Guide ....1 Handling Precautions ......5 Please Read.
  • Page 5 Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus) ........49 Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock).
  • Page 6 Troubleshooting ....... . 98 Camera......... .98 When the power is turned on .

  • Page 7: Handling Precautions

    Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages 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.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques.
  • Page 9 Continued 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 power code from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Warnings...
  • Page 10 Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment. Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord. Use only recommended power accessories. Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area.
  • Page 11 When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. The compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with this equipment. Do not use it with other products. There is a risk of overheating and distortion which could result in fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 12 Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap. Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to contact the charger terminals or plug.

  • Page 13: Preventing Malfunctions

    Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.

  • Page 14: Before Using The Camera - Basic Operations

    Before Using the Camera - Basic Operations Using the LCD Monitor Press The display mode changes as follows with each press. Shooting Mode ( Standard (No Information) Detailed (Information View) The shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec. when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display mode.

  • Page 15: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor

    Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) Digital Tele-Converter* Zoom Magnification* (p. 30) 3:2 Guide (p. 36) Grid Lines* (p. 36) ISO Speed (p. 69) White Balance (p. 58) Drive Mode (p. 33, Basic Guide p. 18) My Colors ( p.
  • Page 16 If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake warning icon displays, this indicates that a slow shutter speed may have been selected due to insufficient illumination. Raise the ISO speed (p. 69) or select a setting other than or attach the camera to a tripod or other device. Playback Information (Playback Mode) Standard Total number of images...
  • Page 17 Detailed Histogram Shooting Mode (Basic Guide pp. 11 – 13) (p. 41) (p. 37) (pp. 43 – 46) Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate (Movies) (p. 40) Movie Length (Movies) (p. 37) Shutter Speed (pp. 43, 46) ··· Aperture Value (p. 57) Flash Output (p.

  • Page 18: Using The Viewfinder

    Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly. Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD monitor (information view) - When using the detailed display mode of the Playback mode Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the image.

  • Page 19: Power Saving Function

    Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the power button again to restore power. Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera. The LCD monitor automatically turns off 1 minute* after the Shooting Mode last control is accessed even if [Auto Power...

  • Page 20: Menus And Settings

    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. The following menus are available. FUNC. Menu Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus FUNC.
  • Page 21 Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu You can switch between menus with the button when this part is selected. • This example shows the Rec. menu in •...

  • Page 22: Menu List

    18 Recording Pixels p. 61 (still image) Recording Pixels p. 70 (movie) Options AiAF*/Center/FlexiZone Standard*/Off/1.4x/2.3x (PowerShot A640) Standard*/Off/1.6x/2.0x (PowerShot A630) (Standard*/Off in standard movie mode) 1st-curtain*/2nd-curtain On/Off* Auto*/Manual Reference Page p. 55 p. 29 p. 40 p. 28 p. 40...

  • Page 23: Play Menu

    Menu Item Red-Eye On*/Off Spot AE Point Center*/AF Point Safety Shift On/Off* MF-Point Zoom On*/Off AF-assist Beam On*/Off Review Off/2*-10 seconds/Hold Save Original On/Off* Reverse Disp. On*/Off Disp. Overlay Off*/Grid Lines/3:2 Guide/Both Date Stamp Off*/Date/Date & Time Save Settings Play Menu ( Menu Item Reference Page Auto Play...

  • Page 24: Print Menu

    Print Menu ( Menu Item Print Select Image & Qty. Select All Images Clear All Selections Print Settings Set up Menu ( Menu Item Mute Volume Start-up Vol. Operation Vol. Selftimer Vol. Shutter Volume Reference Page p. 91 Options Summary/Reference Page On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds except for the warning...
  • Page 25 Menu Item Playback Vol. Power Saving Auto Power On*/Off Down Display Off 10 sec./20 sec./ 30 sec./1 min.*/ 2 min./3 min. Date/Time Format File Numbering Continuous*/ Auto Reset Create Folder Create New Create New Folder Folder Check mark (On)/No check mark (Off) Auto Create Off*/Daily/...

  • Page 26: My Camera Menu

    Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510. As this setting will be stored to memory even when the power is turned off, to print using an image size other than the connection method cannot be changed while connected to a printer).

  • Page 27: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values

    Resetting Settings to Their Default Values (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 19). Select [OK] and press When the camera is in shooting mode and the mode dial is set to C, only the settings saved for C mode will return to default settings.

  • Page 28: Formatting Memory Cards

    Formatting Memory Cards You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types.

  • Page 29: Shooting

    Shooting Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images) Shooting Mode FUNC. Menu (Recording Pixels). See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting. Use the recording pixel/compression settings and press the FUNC./SET button. settings cannot be made in mode. * (Compression)/ button to select...
  • Page 30 Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels PowerShot A640 3648 x 2736 pixels (Large) 2816 x 2112 pixels (Medium 1) 2272 x 1704 pixels (Medium 2) 1600 x 1200 pixels (Medium 3) (Small) 1600 x 1200 pixels (Postcard) 3648 x 2048 (Widescreen) pixels * Paper sizes vary according to region.
  • Page 31 Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Compression Superfine High Quality Fine Normal See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 133). See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (pp. 131, 132). Shoot higher quality images Shoot normal quality images Normal Shoot more images Purpose...

  • Page 32: Using The Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter

    This enables a faster shutter PowerShot A630 speed and less chance of camera shake than a shot taken at the same angle of view with [Standard] or [Off].

  • Page 33: Shooting With The Digital Zoom

    (Rec.) Menu [Standard]*/[Off]/[1.4x]/[2.3x] (PowerShot A640). [Standard]*/[Off]/[1.6x]/[2.0x] (PowerShot A630). See Menus and Settings (p. 19). * Default setting. When using [Standard] See Shooting With the Digital Zoom (p. 31). When using [1.4x], [2.3x], [1.6x], or [2.0x] See Shooting With the Digital Tele-Converter (p. 32).
  • Page 34 Shooting With the Digital Tele-Converter Adjust the angle of view with the zoom lever and shoot. appears on the LCD monitor. Depending on the number of recording pixels set, image quality may deteriorate ( 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 in telephoto shooting).

  • Page 35: Continuous Shooting

    Super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) to which low-level formatting (p. 26) is conducted immediately before shooting. - This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. - Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card may not be full.

  • Page 36: Postcard Mode

    Postcard Mode Shooting Mode You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in the LCD monitor. FUNC. Menu (Postcard). See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting.

  • Page 37: Embedding The Date In The Image Data

    Embedding the Date in the Image Data You can embed the date in image data when mode) is selected. (Rec.) Menu [Date]/[Date & Time]. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). * Default setting. LCD monitor display : [Off] : [Date]/[Date & Time] Ensure that the camera’s date/time is set beforehand (p.

  • Page 38: Setting The Display Overlays

    Setting the Display Overlays Shooting Mode You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check the position of your subject. Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Grid Lines Helps confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject.

  • Page 39: Movie Shooting

    Movie Shooting Shooting Mode The following movie modes are available. For information on the recording pixels and frame rate in each mode, refer to Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (p. 40). Standard You can 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).
  • Page 40 Select a movie mode using the button. change the recording pixels and frame rate (p. 40). see Changing the Color (p. 64). Shoot. Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. Pressing the shutter button fully starts recording video and sound simultaneously.
  • Page 41 QuickTime 3.0 or later is required to play back movies (Data type: AVI/Compression method: Motion JPEG) on a computer. QuickTime (for Windows) is included on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. On the Macintosh platform, this program is standard with Mac OS X or later.
  • Page 42 Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (Movies) You can change the recording pixels and frame rate* when the movie mode is set to (Color Swap). FUNC. Menu (Recording Pixels). See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting. Use the select a recording pixels/frame rate and press the FUNC./SET button.

  • Page 43: Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)

    Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Shooting Mode Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image.
  • Page 44 Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. You can press the previously recorded image to retake the shot. Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions will be corrected when the images are stitched together. Repeat the procedure for additional images.

  • Page 45: Program Ae

    Program AE Shooting Mode The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the subject. When a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed and aperture values are shown in red on the LCD monitor when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
  • Page 46 The aperture value and shutter speed change according to the zoom state as follows. Maximum Wide Angle Maximum Telephoto *1 In high as F11 in some shooting conditions. *2 In high as F16 in some shooting conditions. The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/500 second.

  • Page 47: Setting The Aperture

    Setting the Aperture Shooting Mode The aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens. When you set the aperture value, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to blur the background and create a beautiful portrait.

  • Page 48: Manually Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture

    Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Shooting Mode You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. When you press the shutter button halfway, the difference between the standard exposure* and the selected exposure appears on the LCD monitor. If the difference is more than ±2 stops, “–2”...

  • Page 49: Selecting An Af Frame

    Selecting an AF Frame Shooting Mode The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following ways. AiAF Center FlexiZone (Manual (Desired setting) position) (Rec.) Menu [Center]/[FlexiZone]. See Menus and Settings (p.
  • Page 50 Selecting an AF Frame Manually (when [FlexiZone] is selected) Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the the AF frame turns green. Depending on the shooting mode, you can switch between the following setting options by pressing the button. Exposure compensation/AF frame Shutter speed/Exposure compensation/AF frame Aperture value/Exposure compensation/AF frame Shutter speed/Aperture value/AF frame...

  • Page 51: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock, Manual Focus)

    Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus) Shooting Mode It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition Subjects that are moving quickly...

  • Page 52: Shooting With The Af Lock

    Shooting with the AF Lock Turn on the LCD monitor. Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame. Press and hold the shutter button and press button.

  • Page 53: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode

    Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the The MF indicator is displayed. When the (Rec.) menu’s [MF Point Zoom] is set to [On], the portion of the image in the AF frame will appear magnified*.

  • Page 54: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)

    Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) Shooting Mode You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. You must set the flash to the flash fires.
  • Page 55 Changing the shutter speed and aperture value combination The automatically selected combinations of shutter speeds and aperture values can be freely changed without altering the exposure to shoot images. Set the shooting mode dial to Turn on the LCD monitor. Focus on the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure.

  • Page 56: Locking The Flash Exposure Setting (Fe Lock)

    Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) Shooting Mode You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the flash exposure setting.

  • Page 57: Switching Between Metering Modes

    Switching between Metering Modes Shooting Mode FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting. Use the metering mode and press the FUNC./ SET button. Metering Methods Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering.
  • Page 58 Lock the spot AE point to the center of the LCD monitor/Move the spot AE point to the same position as the selected AF frame (Rec.) Menu [Center]*/[AF Point]. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). * Default setting. When [Spot AE Point] is set to [Center], the spot AE point frame appears at the center of the LCD monitor.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation

    Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Shooting Mode Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background or to avoid making lights appear too bright in night shots. Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the exposure compensation bar is displayed.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)

    Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Shooting Mode Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting.

  • Page 61: Using The Custom White Balance

    For recording with the optimal white balance data Custom retained in the camera from a white-colored object, such as white paper or cloth. The white balance setting cannot be adjusted when is selected for My Colors. Using the Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or...
  • Page 62 Aim the camera at a piece of white paper or cloth and press If you are viewing it with the LCD monitor, ensure that the center frame is completely filled with the white image. If you are using the optical viewfinder, ensure that the entire field is filled.

  • Page 63: Shooting In A My Colors Mode

    Shooting in a My Colors Mode Shooting Mode You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Settings My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film Lighter Skin Tone* Makes skin tones lighter. Darker Skin Tone* Makes skin tones darker. Vivid Blue Vivid Green Vivid Red...
  • Page 64 FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 18). * Default setting. Use the My Colors mode. Shoot. Mode See Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode (p. 63). Modes other than Press the FUNC./SET button. The display will return to the shooting screen and you can shoot.

  • Page 65: Setting The Camera To A Custom Color Mode

    Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode (Custom Color) See Menus and Settings (p. 18). Use the [Contrast], [Sharpness], [Saturation], [Red], [Green], [Blue] or [Skin Tone] and button to adjust it. The altered color will display. This completes the setting. If you press the MENU button at this point, you will return to the screen where you can select a My Colors mode.

  • Page 66: Changing The Color

    Changing the Color Shooting Mode Allows you to easily transform the colors in an image when shooting. This feature can be used for both still shots and movies, and offers you the enjoyment of staging image and movie effects. However, depending on the shooting conditions, there are occasions when the image may appear rough, or you may not obtain the desired color.
  • Page 67 Shooting in the Color Accent Mode Still image: Movie: See Selecting a Shooting Mode in Basic Guide (p. 11). Still image The camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color accent image (using the previously set color).
  • Page 68 The default color accent is green. You may not obtain the expected results if you use the flash. The specified color accent is retained even if the camera’s power is turned off. Shooting in the Color Swap Mode Original Color (Before Swapping) Still image: Movie:...
  • Page 69 The camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color swap image (using the previously set color). Aim the camera so that the original color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the Only one color can be specified.

  • Page 70: Changing The Save Method For The Original Image

    Changing the Save Method for the Original Image When you are shooting still images in the Color Accent or Color Swap mode, you can specify whether or not both the altered image and the original image are recorded. (Rec.) Menu [Off]*.

  • Page 71: Adjusting The Iso Speed

    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. Auto High ISO Auto ISO 80...

  • Page 72: Switching Between Flash Adjustment Settings

    Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings Shooting Mode Although the built-in flash will fire with automatic flash adjustments (except in the without any adjustments. (Rec.) Menu [Manual]. See Menus and Settings (p.19). * Default setting. Compensating the Flash Adjustment / Flash Output Shooting Mode +/–...

  • Page 73: Switching The Timing At Which The Flash Fires

    FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 18). Adjust the compensation/output using the the FUNC./SET button. Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires Shooting Mode The flash fires right after the shutter opens, regardless 1st-curtain of the shutter speed. Usually, the 1st-curtain is used when shooting.

  • Page 74: Saving Custom Settings

    Saving Custom Settings Shooting Mode You can save frequently used shooting modes and various shooting settings to the shoot images with previously saved settings by simply turning the mode dial to . Settings that are not memorized when the shooting mode is changed or when the power is turned off (such as continuous shooting or self-timer) are also remembered.

  • Page 75: Setting The Auto Rotate Function

    Setting the Auto Rotate Function Shooting Mode Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor. (Set up) Menu [Off].

  • Page 76: Creating An Image Destination (Folder)

    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 Folder Auto Create (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p.19). Creating a Folder the Next Time You Shoot.
  • Page 77 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation Select a day for the [Auto Create] option and a time in the [Time] option 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.

  • Page 78: Resetting The File Number

    Resetting the File Number Shooting Mode The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. (Set up) Menu [Continuous]*/[Auto Reset]. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). * Default setting. File Number Reset Function A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image.
  • Page 79 File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2,000 images can be saved into a single folder. New Folder Created Memory Card 1 Continuous...

  • Page 80: Playback/Erasing

    Playback/Erasing Please also see the Basic Camera User Guide (p. 20). Magnifying Images Press the zoom lever toward will display and a magnified portion of the image will display. Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x. Use the around the image.

  • Page 81: Viewing Images In Sets Of Nine (Index Playback)

    Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) Press the zoom lever toward Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. Use the change the image selection. Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images.

  • Page 82: Jumping To Images

    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 Jumps over 100 images at a time. Jump Shot Date Jump to Movie Jump to Folder...

  • Page 83: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. Display a movie and press Images with a movies. Select (Play) and press The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume when you press the button again.

  • Page 84: Editing Movies

    Slow Motion Playback (You can use the or the button to speed up playback.) Displays the first frame Previous Frame (Rewinds if the FUNC./SET button is held down.) Next Frame (Fast Forwards if the FUNC./SET button is held down.) Displays the last frame Edit (Switches to movie editing mode.) (p.
  • Page 85 Use the Beginning) or button to specify the cut point ( ). To check a temporarily edited movie, select press the FUNC./SET button. Selecting (Exit) cancels the edit and restores the movie control panel. Select (Save) and press Select [New File] or [Overwrite] and press [New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name.

  • Page 86: Rotating Images In The Display

    Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 19). Use the rotate and press Cycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each press of the FUNC./SET button. This also can be set in the index playback mode.

  • Page 87: Adding My Colors Effects

    Adding My Colors Effects You can add effects to recorded images (stills only) using the My Colors function. The following selection of My Colors effects is available. For details, see p. 61. Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 19). Use the and press Lighter Skin Tone...
  • Page 88 Use the Colors type, and press The displayed image will reflect the My Colors effect. You can press the zoom lever toward to check the image at a higher magnification. While the image is zoomed, you can press the FUNC./ SET button to switch between the image transformed with the My Colors effect and the original non-transformed image.

  • Page 89: Attaching Sound Memos To Images

    The My Colors function will not work if there is insufficient space on the memory card. Although My Colors effects can be added any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application and the intended colors may not be achieved.
  • Page 90 Select The elapsed time and the remaining time display. Pressing the FUNC./SET button pauses the recording. Pressing it again resumes recording. Up to 1 minute of recordings can be added to any one image. Sound Memo Panel Exit Record Pause Play Erase Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC./...

  • Page 91: Automated Playback (Auto Play)

    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. (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 19). Press During automated playback, the following functions are possible: - Pausing/resuming the Auto Play: Press the FUNC./SET button - Fast forwarding/rewinding: Press the...

  • Page 92: Erasing All Images

    Use the protect and press Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. You can also protect images in the index playback mode. Erasing All Images Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Protected images cannot be erased with this function.

  • Page 93: Print Settings/Transfer Settings

    Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.
  • Page 94 Use the printing. Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 93). (Standard)/ Select an image, press the FUNC./ SET button and use the button to select the number of print copies (up to 99). (Index) Select an image and press the FUNC./SET button to select or deselect it.

  • Page 95: Setting The Print Style

    All the Images on a Memory Card (Print) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 19). One copy of every image will be set to print. Selecting [Clear All Selections] cancels all print settings. When the camera is connected to a printer, the button, confirm that [Print] is selected, and when the FUNC./SET button is pressed, printing will begin.
  • Page 96 Date (On/Off*) File No. (On/Off*) Clear DPOF data (On*/Off) (Print) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 19). Use the Type], [Date], [File No.], [Clear DPOF data] and then Use the settings. The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows.

  • Page 97: Setting The Dpof Transfer Settings

    Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before 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.
  • Page 98 Use the transfer and press Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. You can also select images in the index playback mode. All the Images on a Memory Card Select [Mark all] and press Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings.

  • Page 99: Viewing Images On A Tv Set

    Viewing Images on a TV Set You can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or play back images when it is connected to the camera with the supplied AV Cable. Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT terminal.

  • Page 100: Troubleshooting

    (Basic Guide p. 2). Reload the batteries in the correct direction (Basic Guide p. 5). Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 112). Replace the camera batteries with 4 unused or fully charged batteries (Basic Guide p. 5).

  • Page 101: When The Power Is Turned On

    When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card or SDHC memory card’s write protect tab is set to “Write protect”. The Date/Time menu appears. The built-in rechargeable lithium battery charge is low. LCD monitor The display darkens.

  • Page 102: Shooting

    appears. A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting. appears. This displays when using a memory card that has print settings or transfer settings set by other DPOF- compliant cameras. Noise displays./Subject’s movements are irregular. Camera automatically lightened the image displayed on the LCD monitor to make it easier to...
  • Page 103 Format the memory card (p. 26). If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Slide the write protect tab upward (p. 114). When the shooting mode is...
  • Page 104 Subject is out of focal range. The subject is hard to focus on. Subject in recorded image is too dark. Insufficient light for shooting. The subject is underexposed because the surroundings are too bright. Subject is too far away for flash to reach.
  • Page 105 Image contains noise. ISO speed is too high. White dots appear on the image. Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or insects in the air. This is particularly noticeable when shooting using the wide angle or when you increase the aperture value in the mode.

  • Page 106: Shooting Movies

    Continuous shooting slows down. The memory card’s performance has dropped. Recording images to memory card takes a long Memory card was formatted in another device. Lens will not retract. Memory card slot cover/ battery cover was opened with power on. Shooting Movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly.

  • Page 107: Playback

    “!” displays on the LCD monitor in red and shooting automatically stopped. There is insufficient free space in the camera’s builtin memory. Zoom does not operate. Zoom lever was pressed while shooting in movie mode. Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer.

  • Page 108: Battery

    Batteries are not the right type. Battery capacity drops due to low ambient temperatures. Battery terminals are dirty. If using Canon AA-size NiMH batteries As the batteries have not been used for over a year, their recharging capacity has decreased. Battery life has been exceeded.

  • Page 109: Tv Monitor Output

    TV monitor output Incorrect video system setting. Incorrect video system setting. Shooting in Stitch Assist mode. Printing with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print. The camera and printer are not properly connected. The printer power is not turned on. The print connection method is not correct.

  • Page 110: List Of Messages

    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.
  • Page 111 Change the batteries Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace four batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. No image No images recorded on memory card. Image too large You attempted to play back an image larger than 4992 x 3328 pixels or with a large data size.
  • Page 112 Cannot rotate You attempted to rotate an image recorded in a different camera or data type, an image edited with a computer. Incompatible WAVE format. A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. Cannot modify image You attempted to apply a My Colors effect to a movie or an image recorded in a different camera.
  • Page 113 (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 not have been recorded.

  • Page 114: Appendix

    When using the camera under low temperature conditions or over long periods, you are recommend to use of Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately). Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used.
  • Page 115 Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one’s skin or other dirt, the number of recordable images may be considerably diminished, or reduced usage time. At low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced and the low battery icon ( Under these conditions, restore the battery performance by...

  • Page 116: Handling The Memory Card

    Handling the Memory Card SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card Write Write Protect Tab Writing/Erasing Possible Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card. Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact the terminals on the back of the card.
  • Page 117 • 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 is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.

  • Page 118: Using The Power Kits (Sold Separately)

    Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. Charge Indicator • After inserting the batteries, plug the charger (CB-5AH) into an outlet, or attach the power cord to the charger (CB-5AHE, not shown) and plug the other end into an outlet.
  • Page 119 The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH Battery NB-3AH and NB- 2AH. Please do not attempt to charge any other type of battery. Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge all 4 of them at the same time.
  • Page 120 Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. 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 a cool, dry location.
  • Page 121 Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK600 It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK600 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.

  • Page 122: Using The Lenses (Sold Separately)

    Using the Lenses (Sold Separately) The camera supports use of the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC58N and Tele-converter TC-DC58N. In order to attach these lenses, you also need to use the separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58F. When attaching the wide converter or tele-converter be sure to screw it on securely.

  • Page 123: Attaching A Lens

    Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58F This is a lens adapter required for attaching the wide converter and tele-converter (58 mm thread diameter). Attaching a Lens Be sure that the camera is turned off. Press the ring release button and hold it down, and turn the ring in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 124 Align the adapter with the turn the adapter in the direction of the arrows as far as the ring release button on the camera. To remove the conversion lens adapter, turn the adapter in the opposite direction with holding down the ring release button.

  • Page 125: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)

    Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera’s 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.
  • Page 126 When shooting in The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge gets weaker. Always set the power/mode switch to [OFF] when you finish using the flash. Be careful not to touch the flash window or sensor windows with your fingers while the flash is in use. The flash may fire if another flash is being used in close proximity.

  • Page 127: Camera Care And Maintenance

    Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate customer support list supplied with your camera.

  • Page 128: Specifications

    Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A640/A630 Camera Effective Pixels : PowerShot A640: Approx. 10.0 million Image Sensor Lens Digital Zoom Optical Viewfinder LCD Monitor AF System Shooting Distance (From the front of the...
  • Page 129 Swap and Color Accent. ** Standard, Compact, Color Accent and Color Swap. : PowerShot A640: Approx. 1.5 shots/sec. (Large/Fine mode) PowerShot A630: Approx. 1.8 shots/sec. (Large/Fine mode) : Activates shutter after an approx. 10-sec./ approx. 2-sec. delay, Custom Timer : With a USB connection, shooting is possible using the supplied software (PowerShot A640 only).
  • Page 130 Sound Memo: WAVE (monaural) Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camera’s image data at the time of...
  • Page 131 9 images at once.), Auto Play, My Colors (playback), Sound memos (up to 1 min.) or Movie (edit/slow motion play back possible). : PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible : Start-up image, start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, and shutter sound.

  • Page 132: Battery Capacity

    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 Playback:Normal temperature (23 relative humidity (50% ±20%), continuous playback at 3...
  • Page 133 Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 33) (When card has been formatted with a low level format). • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. : Card included with the camera...
  • Page 134 Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 33) (When card has been formatted with a low level format). • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. : Card included with the camera...
  • Page 135 * Maximum clip length at continuous recording time. Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Recording Pixels PowerShot A640 3648 x 2736 pixels PowerShot A630 3264 x 2448 pixels PowerShot A640 2816 x 2112 pixels PowerShot A630 2592 x 1944 pixels : Card included with the camera...
  • Page 136 PowerShot A640 2272 x 1704 pixels PowerShot A630 2048 x 1536 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels PowerShot A640 3648 x 2048 pixels PowerShot A630 3264 x 1832 pixels Standard Color Accent Color Swap...
  • Page 137 NiMH Battery NB-3AH (Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Type AA-size rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery Nominal Voltage 1.2 V DC Typical Capacity 2500 mAh (min.: 2300 mAh) Cycle Life Approx.
  • Page 138 Wide Converter WC-DC58N (Sold Separately) Magnification Focusing Range (from front of lens) Thread Diameter Max. Diameter x Length Weight Tele-converter TC-DC58N (Sold Separately) Magnification Focusing Range (from front of lens) Thread Diameter Max. Diameter x Length Weight Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58F (Sold Separately) Thread Diameter Max.

  • Page 139: Index

    INDEX Numerics 1st-curtain ...71 2nd-curtain ...71 3:2 Guide ...13, 21 AC Adapter Kit ACK600 ...119 AE Lock ...52 AF Frame ...13, 47 AF Lock ...50 AF-assist Beam ...21, 101 AiAF ...20, 47 Auto Play ...89 Auto Power Down ...23 Auto Rotate ...73 Battery Battery Capacity ...112 Capacity ...130...
  • Page 140 Grid Lines ... 13, 21 HF-DC1 ... 123 High-Power Flash ... 123 Histogram ... 16 Image Data Sizes (Estimated) ... 133 Image Zone ... Basic 11 Index Playback ... 79 Indicator ...Basic 3, Basic 4 Interface Cable ... Basic 23 ISO Speed ...
  • Page 141 Overexposure Warning ...16 Panoramic Image ...41 Play Menu ...21 Playback ...Basic 20 Viewing Images on a TV set ...97 Playback Information ...14 Playback Mode ...Basic 20 Playback Vol..23 Portrait ...Basic 11 Power Button ... Basic 3, Basic 9 Power Saving Function ...17 Print Menu ...22 Print/Share Button ...
  • Page 142 Video System ... 23 Volume ... 22 White Balance ... 58 Wide Angle ... Basic 14 Wrist Strap ... Basic 1 Zoom ... 30, Basic 14...
  • Page 143 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 144: Trademark Acknowledgments

    • While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice.

  • Page 145: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The following chart shows the functions and settings available in each shooting mode. You can shoot with the settings saved in the Large Medium 1 Medium 2 Recording Pixels Medium 3 (Still Image) Small Postcard Widescreen Super Fine...
  • Page 146 Single Standard Continuous Drive Mode 10-sec. self-timer 2-sec. self-timer Custom Timer AiAF AF Frame Center FlexiZone AF Lock Manual Focus AF-assist Beam Macro Mode Digital Zoom Digital Tele-Converter Safety Shift Exposure Compensation ISO Speed (18) White Balance Evaluative Metering Center Method Weighted Avg.
  • Page 147 (1) The following are the recording pixels and frame rates for is the default setting in is the default setting in (4) This cannot be set in mode. (5) [Off] cannot be set. Also settings will be fixed to [Off] in (6) [On] only in mode ([Off] cannot be set).

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