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I downloaded the softward, restarted the computer, and connected the USB from the computer to the camera. I opened the program and chose canon camera from the list of options but it only shows pictures already from my computer in the program and won't import anything. When I click to import from memory card, a message pops up that I have no pics to EXORT TO the memroy card which is obviously not what I want. I am so friggin frustrated and hate canon at this point.
I don't know what a card reader is, but which is the switch for making it view internal pics mode?? the stupid manual says to make sure it's switched to the correct mode but doesn't bother to say what it is and how to do it, just says to look for directions in the other manual which i can't find in. So fed up.
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A card reader is a device that has slots to fit the various camera cards, like the one that your camera uses to store pictures. You could buy a card reader, plug it in, put your camera card into the card reader, and pull the photos off that way.
I never use the software with my camera, and I have a Canon as well. I plug the camera into the computer via USB and turn it on. Then, on the back of the camera near the viewfinder, there is a switch: one way lets you take pictures, the other lets you view them. Switch it to the 'view' part so that you could cycle through your pictures. Windows automatically detects my camera and I use the wizard to copy pictures over.
If the wizard doesn't appear, after plugging in your camera go to My Computer. You should see your camera on the list (it may say Removable Storage Device, but mine says CANON). Double click it; you'll probably see a folder with the same name. Double click that. Find your pictures (my camera creates several folders and sometimes there are pictures in all of them) and drag them onto your desktop or into My Pictures folder or wherever you want them.
I HAVE A CANON IXUS 50 DIGITAL CAMERA WHICH HAS STOPPED FUNCTIONING..?
LESLIE H
When I switch on the Lens will not come out and all I get on the view screen is the CANON logo on a blue screen..I have tried a new battery but it is the same. If I go to playback mode all the menu buttons work OK but nothing happens when I try to shoot.
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Digital cameras are really computers with a lens and sensors. The blue screen of death usually means the program is corrupted, but the Canon logo gives us a sign of hope so will give you some ideas that may help. It could be bad electrical contacts between the batteries and camera.
Digital cameras reset to original settings if batteries are removed for one minute. Time varies with function/camera. Check display/setup menu for non-auto functions and date/time. Remove extra memory to eliminate this as a possible problem. Insert fully charged/cleaned batteries and restart camera. The ultimate non-physical repair for software-using devices is reset by removing power ... VCR/DVD players one month.
Most NiMH rechargeable batteries lose charge and should be recharged when not used for two weeks, but the 2000mAh batteries mentioned below are new formula NiMH batteries that hold charge for one year when not used. Also, 2000mAh batteries seem to have a longer life. Did not like them at first, but have 12 of these batteries over five years old that are still as good as new.
Higher mAh batteries that are about half as old still work well in flashlights, but won't start my camera. This link is about prolonging the life of lithium-based batteries which typically last from two to three years, but are very expensive. The Sony series G rechargeable 960mAh lithium-ion battery is $49.88 at Walmart.
http://www.batteryuniversity.com/parttwo-34.htm ...
A friend asked me to clean and charge her new 2000mAh Duracell batteries as described in the last link. Those batteries are still going strong after four months of normal use and haven't been recharged.
Camera reports batteries low, but is it low charge or bad electrical contacts? Overcharging can ruin good batteries! The secret to making digital cameras work better is having good electrical contacts between batteries and camera.
Click this link for complete instructions on cleaning camera and battery electrical contacts.
http://www.google.com/base/a/4210404/D13701973093918363271
Digital cameras require lots of power. Bad electrical contacts can cause lots of problems so battery and camera contacts must be cleaned properly. Batteries may be fully charged, but camera will indicate "low" if contacts are not really good. The LCD screen is a low steady load, but when lens extension, optical zoom, focus, and flash charging are added in the capture mode; the load is very heavy. Bad contacts make cameras do strange things like making bad pictures or shutting off with the lens out.
CAUTION Do not overcharge! Batteries can be damaged. Use an automatic two or more hour Energizer Compact smart charger with temperature monitor, trickle charge technology, and safety timer ($9.76) at Walmart. Use pre-charged 2000mAh Duracell ($12.97) or RayOVac ($5.97) batteries (both hold charge one year) and a full cycle charge. To preserve battery charge, use the viewfinder.
NiMH batteries should be recharged when camera reports batteries low. Old batteries can discharge over night, but may provide normal service immediately after being charged. Battery pairs no longer usable in cameras may work well in flashlights. Do not drop batteries or allow voltage below one volt.
CAUTION To prevent memory card corruption, keep batteries charged and don't delete. Wait for lights to stop flashing then turn camera off before removing memory. For card readers, double click Safely Remove Hardware. Select, then click Stop and OK.
Never touch battery ends or camera electrical contacts. Oil from fingers will contaminate contacts. Use batteries in matched pairs of same brand and rating. Do not mix old and new batteries. New will only do as well as old.
Click this link for other camera tips and complete instructions on cleaning camera and battery electrical contacts.
http://www.google.com/base/a/4210404/D13701973093918363271
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