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Power shot a 85 controls and zoom not working

The camera zoom is not working. nor am i able to scroll the pictures taken. the camera however is taking pictures in default settings. its just not allowing to delete or scroll pictures taken. neither am i able to change the settings by using any of the control buttons. so when the camera is directed towards an objected it sets the focus and flash (depending upon the light)and then one can take the picture. am at a complete loss as to what to do with the camera. seems like the camera is under some kind of a "lock". would be a great favour if someone could help me with a solution. regards, mrig

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My A 85 developed the same problem as you wrote today. The camera was purchased in March 2005. I checked the guarantee card that states there is a 24 month guarantee period excluding the normal exceptions, ie. water sand extreme heat etc.As you wrote it seemed to revert to a default mode.However, with the computer software it is possible to edit, delete and format the memory card. If I get any joy from the service center listed on the guarantee card I will post details.

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