Canon SX100 IS Camcorder User Manual


 
Troubleshooting
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Shooting
Camera will not record.
Camera is in playback mode
or connecting to a computer/
printer mode.
zSwitch to Shooting mode (p. 14).
zSwitch to the shooting mode after
disconnecting the interface cable in
connecting to a computer/printer
mode.
Flash is charging. zWhen the flash is charged, the
indicator will light orange. Shooting is
now possible (p. 43).
Memory card is full. zInsert a new memory card (p. 10).
zIf required, download the images to a
computer and erase them from the
memory card to make space.
Memory card is not
formatted correctly.
zFormat the memory card (p. 59).
zIf 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
protected.
zSlide the write protect tab upward
(p. 184).
Image is blurred or out of focus.
The camera moves when
the shutter button is
pressed.
zConfirm the procedures in
appears” (p. 164).
AF-assist Beam is set to
[Off].
zIn dark places where it is difficult for
the camera to focus, the AF-assist
Beam will emit to assist focusing. As
the AF-assist Beam will not function
when turned off, set it [On] to activate
it (p. 47). Take care not to obstruct
the AF-assist Beam with your hand
when used.