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Time and date resetting constantly...

Why does my canon PowerShot A720 IS keep making me reset the time and date every time I turn it on????

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This camera has a separate date battery. Lift up the small rectangular cover next to the main batteries. A small CR1220 battery maintains the date. Replace it and you should be OK. I just discovered this on the Canon web site.

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Hello and welcome to fixya,

Once you turn in on your canon Power shot all you have to do is to go to or check the settings then choose time and date settings then save it. turn off the camcorder and then turn in on check if still the same problem.

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It is caused by the bright light and will only be recorded in video mode.

Try to keep your camera aimed away from bright spots. There is nothing you can do to completely avoid the pink lines, but just be reassured that there is nothing wrong with your camera.

Hope this helps!
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