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    Error messages that appear on the LCD monitor? (PowerShot SX520 HS)

    16-Jul-2014
    8202135500

    Solution

      If error messages appear on the screen, try one of the following solutions.
      Error MessageSolution
      No memory cardThe memory card may be inserted facing the wrong way. Reinsert the memory card facing the correct way.
      Memory card lockedThe write-protect tab of the memory card is set to the locked position. Switch the write-protect tab to the unlocked position
      The [Memory card locked] message appears on the screen
      Cannot record!Shooting was attempted without a memory card in the camera. To shoot, insert a memory card facing the correct way
      Memory card errorIf the same error message is displayed even after you have formatted a supported SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card and have inserted it facing the correct way, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
      Formatting a Memory Card
      Insufficient space on cardThere is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot or edit images. Either erase unneeded images or insert a memory card with enough free space.
      Charge the batteryBattery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace it at once with a charged one or recharge the battery.
      No Image.The memory card does not contain any images that can be displayed.
      Protected!The image is protected. Please refer to the linked contents below for more information on removing protection.
      [Protected] is displayed and images cannot be erased.
      Unidentified Image
      Incompatible JPEG
      Image too large.
      Cannot play back MOV
      Cannot play back MP4
      ● Unsupported or corrupt images cannot be displayed.
      ● It may not be possible to display images that were edited or renamed on a computer, or images shot with another camera.
      Cannot magnify!
      Cannot play back this content in Smart Shuffle
      Cannot rotate
      Cannot modify image
      Cannot modify
      Cannot assign to category
      Unselectable image.
      ● The following functions may be unavailable for images that were renamed or already edited on a computer, or images shot with another camera. Note that starred (*) functions are not available for movies.
      Magnify*, Smart Shuffle*, Rotate*, Favorites, Edit*, Print List*, and Photobook Set-up*.
      Invalid selection rangeWhen specifying a range for image selection, you attempted to choose an initial image that was after the final image, or vice-versa.
      Exceeded selection limit● More than 998 images were selected for Print List or Photobook Set-up. Choose 998 images or less.
      ● Print List or Photobook Set-up settings could not be saved correctly. Reduce the number of selected images and try again.
      ● You attempted to choose more than 500 images in Protect, Erase, Favorites, Print List, or Photobook Set-up.
      Naming error!The folder could not be created or images could not be recorded, because the highest supported folder number (999) for storing images on the card has been reached and the highest supported image number (9999) for images in folders has been reached. Press the button to select the tab, change [File Numbering] to [Auto Reset], or format the memory card.
      Formatting a Memory Card
      Lens Error● This error may occur if the lens is held while it is moving, or when the camera is used in dusty or sandy locations.
      ● Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
      A camera error was detected
      (error number)
      ● If this error message is displayed immediately after a shot, the image may not have been saved. Switch to Playback mode to check for the image.
      ● Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, write down the error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
      File ErrorCorrect printing may not be possible for photos from other cameras or images that have been altered using computer software, even if the camera is connected to the printer.
      Print errorCheck the paper size setting. If this error message is displayed when the setting is correct, restart the printer and complete the setting on the camera again.
      Ink absorber fullContact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk to request assistance with ink absorber replacement.