Canon PowerShot A410 User Guide Basic User's Guide

Safety PrecautionsBe sure to read, understand and follow the safety precautions below when using the camera, in order to prevent injury, burns or elec

8Using the Flash* Red-Eye Reduction: This feature reduces the effect of light reflecting back from the eyes and making them appear red.Distance ranges

9Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shots(Macro): Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items.Image Area at Minimum Shooting Distance from End

10Playback1 Set the mode dial to (playback) (a).2 Display the image you wish to view.Use the W or X button to select the image (b).Use the W button t

11Menus and SettingsFUNC. MenuFrom this menu you can specify self-timer, resolution size, and other settings for shooting. Rec./Play/Set up MenusFr

12PrintingConnect the camera to a direct print compatible printer with a cable and simply press the button on the camera.1 Connect the camera to a C

13Downloading Images to a ComputerThe following methods can be used to download images recorded by the camera to a computer. Some methods, depending o

14System RequirementsPlease install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.OS Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)Windows MeW

15Preparing to Download ImagesItems to PreparezCamera and computerzCanon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camerazInterface cable supplie

162 Connecting the camera to a computer.1. Use the supplied interface cable to connect the computer's USB port to the camera's DIGITAL termi

17Downloading Images to a Computer A window allowing you to set the preferences will appear when a connection is established between the camera and co

0Flowchart and Reference GuidesThe following guides are available. Refer to them as necessary according to the flowchart below.* SD stands for Secure

18Downloading Images to a Computer The following window opens when you establish a connection between the camera and computer. If it fails to appear,

19Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer)When the camera and computer will be able to communicate, the button will light blue and the

20All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. ImagesSelect , or (a) with the S or T button and press the button (b).The images will download.To cancel the t

21Select & Transfer/Wallpaper1Select or (a) with the S or T button and press the button (or the FUNC./SET button) (b).2 Select images to downl

1PreparationsInstalling the Battery and Memory Card1 Open memory card slot/battery cover.2 Insert the batteries, and insert the memory card until it c

2To Remove the Memory CardUse a finger to push the memory card in until you hear a click, then release it.First Time SettingsSetting the Date/Time1 Pr

3Setting the Display Language1 Set the mode dial to (playback) (a).2 Hold down the FUNC./SET button (b) and press the MENU button (c).3 Use the S, T

4Shooting1 Set the mode dial to (Auto).2 Aim the camera at the subject.Be careful not to block the flash with your finger.3 Press the shutter button

5Reviewing an Image Right After ShootingAfter a shot is taken, the image appears in the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds.To override this time

6Selecting a Shooting ModeIn the , , and modes, the same procedure is used for selecting shooting modes. The following explanation uses the mode

7Special Scene Mode ItemsUsing the ZoomThe zoom can be adjusted from 41 – 131 mm in 35 mm film equivalent terms.PortraitBlurs the background and makes