Canon A300 Digital Camera User Manual


 
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Appendices
The camera doesn’t
shoot.
The CF card is full. Insert a new CF card.
Download images to your computer, then
erase them from the card to free up more
space.
The CF card is not formatted correctly. Format the CF card. (p. 78).
The card may be defective (its logical may
be corrupted). Contact Canon Customer
Help Desk.
The camera stops
while shooting a
movie
Some CF cards (reading speed is too
slow, formatted using another camera
or computer, repeated shooting/
erasing) cause the camera to stop
while shooting.
When shooting a movie, always use a CF
card formatted with this camera. (p. 55)
You can use the included CF card.
When shooting a movie with , it is
recommended to use CF card FC - 256 MH
(optional).
The batteries are
consumed quickly.
Batteries are not the right type. Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries
or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. (For the
information about alkaline batteries, see
"Proper Battery Handling" (p. 20).)
Battery capacity drops due to low
ambient temperatures.
If shooting in a cold area, keep the batteries
warm (by placing them in an inner pocket,
etc.) until ready to use them.
Battery terminals are dirty. Wipe them well with a dry cloth before use.
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