Be careful not to block the AF- assist Beam with fingers or other items. Try using a tripod or other stable support, and use the camera's self-timer to ensure that nothing is blocking the AF-assist beam.
Troubleshooting the Canon Solution Disk Installation ] installation feature and selecting the software to install may help in some cases where installation is failing. This can also be achieved by exploring the supplied CD-ROM and choosing the software installation for each piece of software.
Virtually all Canon cameras are fitted with an industry standard 1/4-20 tripod socket to facilitate easy mounting to standard tripods from various manufacturers. A tripod is an excellent way to support the camera with minimal vibration. This helps to ensure the sharpest possible images at shutter speeds far below what can normally be handheld.
SD / MMC Card Compatibility Information. Canon camera and camcorder models have been designed to be fully compatible with memory cards that adhere to their respective card standards. Below is a chart reflecting the standards supported by our current models. To ensure card compatibility with your camera or camcorder model, please contact the memory card manufacturer for further information and assistance in determining card compatibility.
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This may also be a case where the system requires additional hardware such as more RAM or a faster processor as examples. Please refer to the system requirements for the software that you are installing to make sure that your system meets the minimum system requirements. You may wish to contact your computer manufacturer for additional assistance with determining your system specifications.
This model is supported for direct connection downloads using the drivers built into Windows XP Note: For the PowerShot SD430 wireless communication requires Windows XP Service Pack 2 and requires the most current version of ZoomBrowser to operate when Internet Explorer 7 is installed. Canon Download Library
Replacing the Date Battery Be particularly careful to keep the date batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery since corrosive battery fluids could damage the stomach or intestinal wall.