Canon IXUS 90 IS User Manual (English)

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Questions and Answers:

lfrederickJul 30, 2025

Why my Canon IXUS 90 IS will not operate?

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Melissa ChungJul 30, 2025
If your Canon Digital Camera isn't turning on, several factors could be at play. Ensure the power is switched on by pressing the ON/OFF button. Check that the memory card slot/battery cover is securely closed. A likely cause is an insufficient battery charge, so insert a fully charged battery. Lastly, poor contact between the camera and battery could be the issue; try polishing the terminals with a soft cotton swab before charging or using the battery.

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What to do if “Card locked!” message appears on Canon Digital Camera?

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Mr. Jesse Frey DDSAug 13, 2025
If you see a “Card locked!” message on your Canon Digital Camera, it means the SD memory card’s or SDHC memory card’s write protect tab is set to “Write protect”. To fix this, slide the write protect tab upward when recording to, erasing from, or formatting the memory card.

Canon IXUS 90 IS Specifications

General

Sensor Resolution	10.0 megapixels
Optical Zoom	3x
Display Size	3.0 inches
Image Stabilization	Optical
ISO Sensitivity	Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
Battery Type	Lithium-Ion NB-5L
Type	Compact
Image Sensor	CCD
Movie Mode	Yes
Weight	155 g
Sensor Type	CCD
Sensor Size	1/2.3 inch
Image Processor	DIGIC III
Digital Zoom	4x
LCD Screen Resolution	230, 000 dots
Shutter Speed	15 - 1/1500 sec
Video Recording	640 x 480 (30 fps)
Storage Media	SD/SDHC/MMC
Focus Range	3 cm - 50 cm
Weight (with battery and card)	155 g
Maximum Aperture	f/2.8 - f/4.9

Summary

Please Read

Test Shots

Shoot trial images to confirm camera operation and settings before photographing important subjects.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Canon digital cameras are for personal use; avoid infringing copyright laws during image capture.

About the LCD Monitor

LCD monitor pixels may occasionally misfire, appearing as dots, but this does not affect recorded images.

Getting Started

Preparations

Covers charging the battery and installing the battery and memory card for camera setup.

Shooting Still Images (Auto Mode)

Guides through basic still image capture using the camera's automatic shooting mode.

Downloading Images to a Computer

Provides instructions and system requirements for transferring images from the camera to a computer.

System Map

Illustrates the camera system and its components, including accessories and connections.

Learning More

Components Guide

Details the camera's physical parts and their functions, including front and back views.

Basic Operations

Explains fundamental camera operations like using menus, buttons, and the LCD monitor.

Commonly Used Shooting Functions

Covers frequent shooting features like optical zoom, digital zoom, flash usage, and self-timer.

Various Shooting Methods

Describes different shooting modes such as manual, movie, special scene, and color effects.

Playback/Erasing

Details how to view, manage, edit, and delete images and movies from the camera.

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Covers setting up DPOF for printing and transferring images, including print styles and methods.

Configuring the Camera

Explains camera settings like power saving, world clock, memory card formatting, and file numbering.

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Allows customization of camera sounds, startup image, and other personal settings.

Troubleshooting

Camera

Addresses issues related to the camera not operating, power, and battery or memory card problems.

When the power is turned on

Troubleshoots messages like 'Card locked!' or 'Date/Time menu appears'.

LCD monitor

Covers issues like no display, monitor shutting off during shooting, or black screen at startup.

Image is blurred or out of focus.

Discusses causes and solutions for blurred images, focus issues, and underexposed subjects.

List of Messages

Busy...

Indicates image recording, red-eye correction, or settings reset is in progress.

No memory card

Appears when the camera is turned on without a memory card or with it installed incorrectly.

Card locked!

Indicates the memory card's write-protect tab is set to 'Write protect'.

Appendix

Safety Precautions

Provides essential safety guidelines for camera operation, handling, and equipment care.

Handling Precautions

Details precautions for preventing camera malfunction, condensation, and battery care.

Camera Care and Maintenance

Offers guidance on cleaning the camera body, lens, and LCD monitor for optimal performance.

Specifications

DIGITAL IXUS 90 IS

Lists technical specifications for the camera, including sensor, lens, zoom, and AF system details.

Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities

Provides estimated image and movie recording capacities for various memory card types.

Movie

Details recording pixels, frame rates, and durations for different movie shooting modes.

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

Exposure Compensation

Indicates availability of exposure compensation across different shooting modes.

ISO Speed

Shows ISO speed settings availability for each shooting mode.

White Balance

Details white balance options available in various shooting modes.

Movie Shooting

Lists movie shooting modes and their availability across different camera modes.

Canon IXUS 90 IS User Manual

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