Charging Your Canon Powershot Sx40: A Quick Guide

The Canon PowerShot SX40 HS camera comes with a battery pack that needs to be charged before first use. The camera does not come with a charged battery pack. The battery can be charged using the included charger or a USB cable.

To charge the battery using the included charger, follow these steps:

1. Align the marks on the battery pack and charger.

2. Insert the battery by pushing it in and down.

3. Charge the battery by plugging the charger into a power outlet. The charging lamp will turn orange to indicate that charging has begun. When charging is finished, the lamp will turn green.

4. After unplugging the charger, remove the battery by pushing it in and up.

To charge the battery using a USB cable, follow these steps:

1. Slide the switch and open the cover.

2. Insert the battery pack by pushing the battery lock towards and inserting the battery pack until the lock clicks shut.

3. Lower the cover and hold it down as you slide the switch until it clicks into the closed position.

4. With the camera turned off, open the cover and insert the smaller plug of the interface cable into the camera terminal.

5. Connect the larger plug of the interface cable to a computer or a compact power adapter.

6. Charging begins and the indicator on the back of the camera will light up. Charging may take longer if images are being imported from the camera to the computer.

Using a Compact Power Adapter to charge the Canon Powershot SX40 camera

To charge your Canon Powershot SX40 camera using a Compact Power Adapter, follow these steps:

Firstly, you will need to purchase a Compact Power Adapter. The Canon CA-PS700 model is compatible with the Powershot SX40 camera. You can also purchase third-party Compact Power Adapters, which are often cheaper and work just as well. Make sure to check the reviews before purchasing to ensure it is a reliable product.

Once you have your Compact Power Adapter, follow these steps:

• Slide the switch and open the cover of your camera.
• Insert the battery pack, ensuring it is facing the correct way. Push the battery lock towards the battery and insert it until the lock clicks shut.
• Lower the cover and hold it down as you slide the switch to close it.
• With the camera turned off, open the cover and insert the smaller plug of the interface cable (sold separately) into the camera terminal, ensuring it is fully inserted and facing the correct way.
• Insert the larger plug of the interface cable into the compact power adapter.
• Plug the compact power adapter into a power outlet.
• Charging will begin, and the USB charge lamp will light up.

Please note that the charger can be used in areas with 100-240V AC power (50/60Hz). If you are using the charger in a country with a different power format, you will need to use a commercially available adapter for the plug. Do not use an electrical transformer designed for travel, as this may damage the battery pack.

Additionally, to protect your battery pack and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. Charged battery packs gradually lose their charge, even when not in use, so it is recommended to charge the battery on or immediately before the day of use.

Using a USB cable to charge the camera

To charge your Canon PowerShot SX40 camera using a USB cable, follow these steps:

• Prepare the battery pack: First, locate the battery pack and ensure it is facing the correct way, as indicated by the marks on the battery and charger. Then, slide the switch on the camera to open the cover. Insert the battery pack by pushing it in and down until it locks into place.
• Connect the interface cable: With the camera turned off, connect the smaller plug of the interface cable (sold separately) into the camera terminal. The plug should be facing as shown in the user manual.
• Plug into a power source: There are two ways to do this, depending on your power outlet:

• Using a Compact Power Adapter: Connect the larger plug of the interface cable into the compact power adapter, then plug the adapter into a power outlet.
• Using a computer: Connect the larger plug of the interface cable into a USB terminal on your computer, following the instructions in your computer's user manual.

• Charging begins: A USB charge lamp will light up to indicate that charging has started.
• Charging complete: When the lamp turns off, your battery is fully charged and ready to be used!

Please note:

• It is recommended to use the Interface Cable IFC-600PCU (sold separately) for charging.
• Do not charge the battery continuously for more than 24 hours to protect the battery and keep it in optimal condition.
• Charged batteries gradually lose their charge over time, even when not in use, so it is best to charge the battery on or immediately before the day of use.
• The charger can be used with power outlets that provide 100-240V AC power (50/60Hz). If your power outlet is in a different format, use a commercially available adapter. Do not use an electrical transformer designed for travel, as this may damage the battery.

Charging the camera for the first time

To charge your Canon PowerShot SX40 camera for the first time, follow these steps:

Firstly, ensure that you have the correct battery pack and charger. The Canon PowerShot SX40 HS camera is compatible with the CB-2LC and CB-2LCE chargers.

Once you have the correct equipment, follow these steps:

• Align the marks on the battery pack and charger, then insert the battery by sliding it into the charger.
• Plug the charger into a power outlet.
• The CHARGE lamp will light up, and charging will begin.
• The FULL lamp will light up when charging is finished. This will take approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.
• Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet, then remove the battery by sliding it out of the charger.

To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously.

Charged batteries gradually lose their charge, even when not in use. It is recommended to charge the battery on or immediately before the day of use.

How to insert the battery into the camera

To insert the battery into your Canon PowerShot SX40 camera, follow these steps:

• Slide the switch and open the cover.
• Align the marks on the battery and the charger, then insert the battery by sliding it in and down. Push the battery lock towards the lock and insert the battery until it clicks shut. Ensure that the battery is facing the correct way.
• Lower the cover and hold it down as you slide the switch until it clicks into the closed position.

To charge the battery, use the included charger. The camera is not sold with the battery pack charged, so be sure to charge the battery before use. The CHARGE lamp lights up when charging begins, and the FULL lamp lights up when charging is finished. Charging takes approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.

To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously.

How long to charge the camera for

The time it takes to charge your Canon PowerShot SX40 HS camera depends on several factors, including the type of battery charger and power source you are using. Here are some guidelines on how long to charge your camera's battery:

Using a Compact Power Adapter:

• First, make sure you have the correct equipment: the Compact Power Adapter CA-DC30 Series, the Interface Cable IFC-600PCU, and the battery pack.
• Slide the switch, open the cover, and insert the battery pack. Push it until the lock clicks shut.
• Lower the cover and hold it down as you slide the switch to close it.
• Turn off the camera and open the cover. Insert the smaller plug of the interface cable into the camera terminal and the larger plug into the compact power adapter.
• Plug the compact power adapter into a power outlet. Charging will begin, and the USB charge lamp will light up.
• Charging is complete when the lamp turns off. This usually takes a few hours, but to protect your battery, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours.

Using a Computer:

You can also charge your camera's battery by connecting it to a computer's USB terminal. Here are the steps:

• Slide the switch, open the cover, and insert the battery pack securely.
• Lower the cover and hold it down while sliding the switch to close it.
• Turn off the camera, open the cover, and insert the smaller plug of the interface cable into the camera terminal.
• Connect the larger plug of the interface cable to your computer's USB terminal. Refer to your computer's user manual for details on USB connections.
• Charging will begin, and the indicator on the back of the camera will light up orange.
• Charging is complete when the lamp turns off. Note that charging may take longer if you are importing images from the camera to your computer.

Additional Tips:

• It is recommended to use the Interface Cable IFC-600PCU for charging via a computer.
• Charged battery packs gradually lose their charge over time, even when not in use. It is best to charge the battery on or immediately before the day of use.
• The charger can be used with power sources that provide 100-240V AC power (50/60Hz). If you are using a power outlet with a different format, use an adapter. Do not use an electrical transformer designed for travel, as it may damage the battery.

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