CANON DC220 User Manual
PUB.DIE-263
DVD Camcorder
Instruction Manual
English
Introduction
Prerparations
Basic
Functions
Advanced
Functions
Editing
Functions
Please read also the following instruction manual
(electronic version on PDF file).
• Digital Video Software
Digital Video Software
Instruction Manual
PAL
Version 25
English
Playing Back
the Disc on an
External Device
External
Connections
Additional
Information
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Introduction
Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE.
The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to
disconnect the plug in case of an accident.
While using the compact power adapter, do not wrap it or cover it with a piece of cloth, and do not
place it in confined narrow spaces. Heat may build up, the plastic case may deform and it could
result in electric shock or fire.
CA-570 identification plate is located on the bottom.
This product has been classified under IEC60825-1:1993 and EN60825-1:1994.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
Using any device other than the Compact Power Adapter CA-570 may damage the
camcorder.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
European Union (and EEA) only.
This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with your household
waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) and your national law. This
product should be handed over to a designated collection point, e.g., on an authorized
one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar product or to an authorized collection site
for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this
type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due
to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time,
your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of
natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for
recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your
household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE
products, please visit
www.canon-europe.com/environment
(EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)
.
How to select a DVD disc
There are many types of DVD discs but this camcorder uses only the following three
types of 8 cm mini DVD discs: DVD-R, DVD-R DL and DVD-RW. Note that what you
can do with a disc depends on the type of DVD used so select the disc that best fits
your purpose.
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DVD-R
DVD-Rs can be recorded only once - you cannot edit or delete the recordings. On the
other hand, these discs are comparatively cheaper and they can be played back in
most common DVD players.
DVD-R DL
Dual-layered discs allow writing up to 80% more data (2.6 GB) on a single recording
side. However, DVD-R DLs can only be played back on DVD devices compatible with
dual-layered discs. Also, you cannot edit or delete the recordings.
Dual-layered discs have two recording layers. The camcorder
will record on Layer 1 and then continue to Layer 2. During
the playback of a recording spanning both layers, you may
notice a brief stop (about 1 second) at the point where the
camcorder switches to the second layer.
DVD-RW
Recordings made on a DVD-RW disc can be edited or deleted. Also, the disc can be
initialized
1
allowing you to use the same disc numerous times.
Best for Compatibility
Best for Recording Time
Layer 2
Scene 2
Layer 1
Scene 1
Recording surface
Best for Reusability
Disc specification on DVD-RWs
DVD-RW discs can be recorded using either one of two disc specifications:
VIDEO mode or VR mode. When you first insert a brand new DVD-RW disc,
the camcorder will automatically display the initialization screen where you
can select the disc specification for the disc.
VIDEO mode: Once finalized
back in most common DVD players offering the best compatibility. However,
recordings cannot be edited (deleted, rearranged, etc.).
VR mode: You can easily edit the recordings. However, discs recorded in VR
mode can only be played back with DVD players compatible with DVD-RWs
in VR mode.
Note: DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs can only be recorded in VIDEO mode.
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, discs recorded in VIDEO mode can be played
Introduction
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Great Advantages of DVDs
Why DVDs are better than tapes
No need to worry about recording over a tape.
When you use a DVD, the camcorder will automatically record on the empty space of
the disc. So you don't have to worry about mistakenly recording over a precious
memory.
Just select a scene from the index screen.
You don't need to bother running a tape forwards and backwards to find the scene you
want to play back. Simply select a scene from the index screen and start the playback
in a breeze.
Easily edit your recordings on a computer.
You can transfer your videos and photos from the disc to a computer and easily edit
them with editing software. Easily create your own original movies.
Recommended Discs
The camcorder's performance was tested with single-layered discs using the
supplied discs and Hitachi-Maxell HG series DVD discs; and with duallayered discs using Canon DVD-R DL54 discs and Verbatim DVD-R DL discs.
For further details, contact directly the manufacturer's customer support
center. Note that attempting to record or play with this camcorder DVD discs
that were recorded, initialized or finalized with other digital devices can result
in permanently losing the recordings.
For the highest compatibility with external DVD devices we recommend
using the VIDEO mode.
Available features depend on the DVD disc used
Disc Type DVD-R DVD-R DL
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DVD-RW
VIDEO VR
Editing scenes with this camcorder (deleting scenes,
editing the Playlist) ( 66)
Deleting a scene or still image immediately after recording
it ( 67, 71)
Initializing the disc in order to use it again for recording
( 69)
– – –
– –
– –
Giving a title to the disc ( 70)
Finalizing the disc in order to play it with a DVD player
( 75)
Adding recordings to a disc already finalized ( 77)
– –
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3
Copying still images between the disc and the memory
card ( 72)
Converting still images into Photomovie scenes ( 72)
Editing scenes on a computer5 ( 81)
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Disc initialization clears all the recordings on the disc and restores the free space on the disc to its
initial value so you can use the same disc again. DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs cannot be initialized.
2
Disc finalization is the processing of the free space (the unrecorded area) on the disc in order to
make it playable on external DVD devices ( 75). To finalize a DVD-R DL disc, the camcorder has
to process both layers. Therefore, and depending on the amount of free space on the disc, this
process may be lengthy.
3
Playback cannot be guaranteed with all external DVD devices.
4
You will need to unfinalize the disc first.
5
The MyDVD for Canon software is not included with the .
Introduction
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Table of contents
Introduction
How to select a DVD disc ...............................................................................3
About this Manual
About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide .....................................................9
About the Power Switch................................................................................10
About the Operating Modes ..........................................................................10
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Supplied Accessories....................................................................................12
Screen Displays ............................................................................................18
Preparations
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack............................................................................21
Inserting and Removing a Disc .....................................................................24
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card ...................................................... 26
Preparing the Camcorder..............................................................................26
Adjusting the LCD Screen.............................................................................28
Using the Menus
Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option...................................................................29
Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus ..................................................29
First Time Settings
Changing the Language................................................................................30
Changing the Time Zone...............................................................................30
Setting the Date and Time ............................................................................31
Basic Functions
Recording
Shooting Video..............................................................................................32
Selecting the Aspect Ratio of your Recordings (16:9 Widescreen or 4:3) .... 33
Taking Photos ...............................................................................................34
Selecting the Media for the Photos...............................................................35
Zooming........................................................................................................36
Quick Start Function......................................................................................36
Playback
Playing Back the Video.................................................................................37
Displaying the Photos...................................................................................39
Magnifying Photos during Playback.............................................................. 40
Advanced Functions
Menu Options Lists
FUNC. Menu.................................................................................................41
Setup Menus................................................................................................. 43
Components Guide....................................................................13
Components Guide ...............................................................15
The Wireless Controller ................................................27
Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.)..........................43
Disc Operations (Photomovie, Finalize, etc.)......................................45
Still Image Operations (Card Initialization, Disc-Card Copy, etc.).......46
Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.)................................47
System Setup (Volume, Beep, Media Select , etc.) ........................48
Date/Time Setup .................................................................................49
Line-in Mode........................................................................................49
Recording Programs
Using the Recording Programs .....................................................................50
Flexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed...............51
Special Scene: Recording Programs to Match Special Conditions ...............52
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Manual Exposure Adjustment........................................................................53
Manual Focus Adjustment .............................................................................54
White Balance ...............................................................................................55
Image Effects.................................................................................................56
Still Image Recording Options
Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images ...............................................57
Capturing a Still Image while Recording Movies ...........................................58
Automatic Focus Priority................................................................................59
Light Metering Mode ..................................................................59
Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing ............60
Other Functions
On-Screen Displays.......................................................................................61
Flash .........................................................................................62
Mini Video Light.........................................................................63
Self Timer ......................................................................................................64
Digital Effects.................................................................................................64
Editing Functions
Managing Scenes
Adding Scenes to the Playlist ........................................................................66
Moving Scenes in the Playlist........................................................................67
Deleting Scenes ............................................................................................67
Dividing a Scene............................................................................................68
Managing the Disc
Protecting the Disc ........................................................................................69
Initializing the Disc.........................................................................................69
Changing the Disc Title .................................................................................70
Managing Photos
Erasing Photos..............................................................................................71
Copying Photos.............................................................................................72
Converting Photos into Photomovie Scenes .................................................72
Protecting Photos on the Memory Card ........................................................73
Initializing the Memory Card..........................................................................74
Playing Back the Disc on an External Device
Finalizing the Disc .........................................................................................75
Playing Back your Disc on a DVD Player or a Computer’s DVD Drive .........76
Unfinalizing the Disc - Additional Recordings on a Finalized Disc ................77
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Introduction
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External Connections
Connecting to a TV or VCR
Connection Diagrams ...................................................................................78
Playback on a TV Screen .............................................................................79
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder .............................................79
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to a Printer
Video Input Recording........................................................................ 80
PC Connection Diagrams .............................................................................81
Transferring Recordings................................................................................81
Transferring Recordings Using Windows Explorer.............................81
Transferring Recordings Using MyDVD for Canon..........82
Transferring Still Images - Direct Transfer ....................................................87
Transfer Orders.............................................................................................89
Printing Still Images - Direct Print .................................................................90
Selecting the Print Settings...........................................................................91
Trimming Settings......................................................................94
Print Orders...................................................................................................94
Additional Information
Trouble?
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................96
List of Messages ......................................................................................... 100
Do’s and Don’ts
Handling Precautions.................................................................................. 105
Maintenance/Others....................................................................................107
Using the Camcorder Abroad .....................................................................109
General Information
System Diagram ......................................................................................... 110
Optional Accessories ...................................................................................111
Specifications.............................................................................................. 113
Index ........................................................................................................... 116
About this Manual
About this Manual
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About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon DC50/DC51/DC220/DC230. Please read this
manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference.
Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the
( 96).
Conventions Used in the Manual
IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.
NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions that apply if the function described is not
available in all operating modes (the operating mode to which the camcorder should be
set, the type of disc required, etc.).
: Reference page number.
: Option or feature that applies or is available only with a specific model.
The following terms are used in the manual:
“Screen” refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
“Scene” refers to one movie unit from the point you press the start/stop button to
start recording until you press again to pause the recording.
The terms “Photo” and “Still image” are used interchangeably with the same
meaning.
The photos included in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
Note that unless indicated otherwise, illustrations in this manual refer to the
model.
Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menu options as
they are displayed on screen. Menu options in boldface indicate the
default setting (for example [ON], [OFF]).
Menu item shown at its default position
Buttons and switches to be perated
Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are
indicated within a
“button” frame (for example ).
FUNC.
Troubleshooting
table
Introduction
About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide
Push the joystick up, down, left
or right ( , ) to select
an item or change settings.
Press the joystick itself ( ) to
save the settings or confirm an
action. On menu screens, this is
indicated by the icon .
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Wh
About this Manual
The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode and the
camcorder’s settings. Press ( ) to display/hide the joystick guide.
In the illustrations of the manual,
positions other than those relevant to the
function explained are marked with a
striped pattern. Depending on the model
and the operation mode, these positions
may be empty or show a different icon
than the one on the illustration.
NEXT
en the joystick guide contains
multiple ‘pages’, [NEXT] and the page
number icon ( ) will appear at the
bottom position. Push the joystick ( )
toward [NEXT] to display the next ‘page’
of the guide.
About the Power Switch
In addition to turning the camcorder on and off,
the power switch also toggles the camcorder’s
operating mode.
To turn on the camcorder:
Hold the lock button
pressed down and move the power switch down
to ON.
To change the operating mode:
From the ON
position, slide down the power switch momentarily
Lock
button
toward MODE and release it. This action will toggle the operating mode between recording
(CAMERA - red indicator) and playback (PLAY - green indicator).
About the Operating Modes
The camcorder’s operating mode is determined by the positions of the power switch and the
/ switch. In the manual, indicates that a function is available in the operating
mode shown and indicates that the function is not available. When no operating mode
icons are given, the function is available in all operating modes.
Operating Mode
Operating
Mode Indicator
CAMERA
(Red)
PLAY
(Green)
1
1
CAMERA
(Red)
PLAY
(Green)
1
Functions available only for still images recorded on the disc will be marked with and
and functions available only for still images recorded on the memory card will be marked with
and instead.
2
Depending on whether you choose to save the still images on the disc or the memory card.
/
Switch
(Movies)
(Still
images)
Icon Display Operation
Recording movies
on the disc
Playing movies
from the disc
or 2
or
Recording still images on
the memory card or disc
Viewing still images from
2
the memory card or disc
32
37
34
39
About this Manual
Trademark Acknowledgements
• miniSD™ is a trademark of SD Card Association.
• Windows
other countries.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United
States and other countries.
• is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks
or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
• ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY
MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO
INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A
LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO,
WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE
300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.
®
is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
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Introduction
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Supplied Accessories
CA-570 Compact Power
Adapter
(incl. power cord)
STV-250N Stereo Video
Cable
Roxio MyDVD for
Canon Software
CD-ROM
* Includes the electronic version of the
**Europe only.
BP-208 Battery Pack
IFC-300PCU
USB Cable Blank DVD-R Disc
SS-900 Shoulder Strap**
WL-D86 Wireless
Controller
(8 cm Mini DVD)
Digital Video Software
Lithium Button Battery
CR2025 for Wireless
Controller
DIGITAL VIDEO
SOLUTION DISK
Software CD-ROM*
instruction manual on PDF file.
Components Guide
Getting to Know the Camcorder
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eft side view
ight Side View
ront view
FUNC. button ( 29, 41)
DISP. button ( 61)
QUICK START button and standby lamp
(36)
CARD access indicator ( 34)
Memory card slot ( 26)
AV terminal ( 78)
Memory card slot cover/Terminal cover
USB terminal ( 81)
(print/share) button
( 85, 87, 91)
BATT. (battery release) switch ( 21)
RESET button ( 96)
Serial number
Battery attachment unit ( 21)
Disc compartment cover ( 24)
Grip belt ( 26)
DC IN terminal ( 21)
Flash ( 62)
Mini video light ( 63)
Remote sensor ( 27)
Stereo microphone
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a
FUNC.
example ).
“button” frame (for
Introduction
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
Back view
Top view
Bottom view
PLAY mode indicator (green) ( 10)
Joystick ( 9)
CAMERA mode indicator (red) ( 10)
LCD screen ( 28)
(fast reverse) button ( 38) /
Zoom out
Zoom in
STOP button ( 32)
PLAYLIST button ( 66)
Viewfinder ( 26)
Dioptric adjustment lever ( 26)
DISC access indicator ( 32, 34) /
CHG (charge) indicator ( 21)
Start/stop button ( 32)
Power switch ( 10)
OPEN (disc cover) switch ( 24)
Grip belt ( 26)
Mode switch ( 50)
Zoom lever ( 36)
PHOTO button ( 34)
Speaker ( 38)
Tripod socket ( 33)
Strap mount
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a
example ).
W
(wide-angle) button ( 36)
(fast forward) button ( 38) /
T
(telephoto) button ( 36)
/ (play/pause) button ( 37) / START/
(stop) button ( 37) /
/ (movies/still images) switch ( 10)
FUNC.
“button” frame (for
Components Guide
Getting to Know the Camcorder
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Left side view
Right Side View
Front view
DISP. button ( 61)
FUNC. button ( 29, 41)
QUICK START button and standby lamp
(36)
CARD access indicator ( 34)
Memory card slot ( 26)
AV terminal ( 78)
Memory card slot cover/Terminal cover
USB terminal ( 81)
BATT. (battery release) switch ( 21)
RESET button ( 96)
Serial number
Battery attachment unit ( 21)
Lens cover switch ( 32, 34)
( open, closed)
Disc compartment cover ( 24)
Grip belt ( 26)
DC IN terminal ( 21)
Remote sensor ( 27)
Stereo microphone
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a
FUNC.
example ).
“button” frame (for
Introduction
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
Back view
Top v i e w
Bottom view
PLAY mode indicator (green) ( 10)
Joystick ( 9)
CAMERA mode indicator (red) ( 10)
LCD screen ( 28)
(fast reverse) button ( 38) /
Zoom out
Zoom in
START/STOP button ( 32)
PLAYLIST button ( 66)
Viewfinder ( 26)
Dioptric adjustment lever ( 26)
DISC access indicator ( 32, 34) /
CHG (charge) indicator ( 21)
Start/stop button ( 32)
Power switch ( 10)
OPEN (disc cover) switch ( 24)
Grip belt ( 26)
Mode switch ( 50)
Zoom lever ( 36)
PHOTO button ( 34)
Speaker ( 38)
Tripod socket ( 33)
Strap mount
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a
example ).
W
(wide-angle) button ( 36)
(fast forward) button ( 38) /
T
(telephoto) button ( 36)
/ (play/pause) button ( 37) /
(stop) button ( 37) /
/ (movies/still images) switch ( 10)
FUNC.
“button” frame (for
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Wireless Controller WL-D86
START/STOP button ( 32)
FUNC. button ( 29)
MENU button ( 29)
PLAYLIST button ( 66)
Navigation buttons ( / / / )
PREV./NEXT buttons:
Scene skip ( 38)/
Index screen page up/down ( 37)
Reverse SEARCH button ( 38) /
Reverse SLOW button ( 38)
PLAY button ( 37)
PAUSE button ( 37)
STOP button ( 37)
PHOTO button ( 34)
Zoom buttons ( 36)
SET button
Forward SEARCH button ( 38) /
Forward SLOW button ( 38)
DISP. (on-screen display) button ( 61)
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Introduction
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
Screen Displays
Recording Movies
Recording Still Images
Operating mode ( 10)
Recording program ( 50)
White balance ( 55)
Image effect ( 56)
Digital effects ( 64)
Recording mode ( 42)
Still image quality/size (simultaneous
recording) ( 58)
Remote sensor off** ( 48)
Self timer ( 64)
Disc type DVD-R, DVD-R DL,
DVD-RW ( 3)
Disc specification
(VIDEO mode, VR mode) ( 3)
Finalized disc mark ( 75)
Manual focus ( 54)
Image stabilizer ( 44)
Disc operation
Time code (hours : minutes : seconds)
Remaining recording time on the disc
Recording reminder
Wind screen off ( 45)
Mini video light* ( 63)
Level marker ( 47)
Zoom ( 36), Exposure ( 53)
Light metering mode* ( 59)
Drive mode** ( 60)
Still image quality/size ( 57)
Image stabilizer (still images)* ( 44)
Number of still images available
on the memory card, on the disc
Remaining battery charge estimate
AF frame ( 59)
Camcorder shake warning ( 43)
Flash* ( 62)
Autofocus (AF) and exposure (AE) locked
(34)
* only.
** only.
Getting to Know the Camcorder
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Disc operation
Record, Record pause,
Playback, Playback pause,
Fast playback,
Fast reverse playback,
Slow playback,
Slow reverse playback
Remaining recording time
When there is no more disc space
available, “ END” will be displayed and
the recording will stop.
Recording reminder
The camcorder counts from 1 to 10
seconds when you start recording. This is
helpful to avoid scenes that are too short.
Number of still images available on the
card/disc
flashing in red: No card
in green: 6 or more images
in yellow: 1 to 5 images
in red: No more images can be
recorded
• When viewing the still images, the
display will always be in green.
• will be displayed instead of for
still images on the disc.
• Depending on the recording conditions,
the number of available still images
displayed may not decrease even after a
recording has been made, or may
decrease by 2 still images at once.
Card/Disc access display
“ ” is displayed next to the number of
images available while the camcorder is
writing on the memory card or disc.
Remaining battery charge estimate
• When “ ” starts flashing in red replace
the battery pack with a fully charged one.
• When you attach an empty battery pack,
the power may turn off without displaying
“”.
• Depending on the conditions under
which the camcorder and the battery pack
are used, the actual battery charge may
not be indicated accurately.
Introduction
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
Playing Movies (During Playback)
Viewing Still Images
Disc operation
Playback time (hours : minutes : seconds)
Scene number
Data code ( 62)
Image number ( 48)
Current image / Total number of images
recorded on the card,
recorded on the disc
Histogram ( 62)
Image protection mark ( 73)
Still image quality/size ( 57)
Date and time of recording
Recording program ( 50)
Manual focus ( 54)
Light metering mode* ( 59)
Manual exposure ( 53)
Image effect ( 56)
Image size ( 57)
File size
Aperture value ( 51)
Shutter speed ( 51)
White balance ( 55)
Flash* ( 62)
* only.
Preparations
Getting Started
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a
battery pack or directly using the compact
power adapter. Charge the battery pack
before use.
Getting Started
CHG
(charge)
indicator
DC IN terminal
21
Preparations
BATT. switch
BATT. switch
1 Turn off the camcorder.
2 Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder.
• Open the LCD panel.
• Slide in the connector end of the
battery in the direction of the arrow and
press it gently until it clicks.
3 Connect the power cord to the
compact power adapter.
4 Plug the power cord into a power
outlet.
5 Connect the compact power adapter
to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
• The CHG (charge) indicator starts
flashing. The indicator will stay on
when the charging is completed.
• You can also use the compact power
adapter without attaching a battery
pack.
• When the compact power adapter is
connected, even if a battery is
attached its power will not be
consumed.
O
NCE THE BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED
1 Disconnect the compact power
adapter from the camcorder.
2 Unplug the power cord from the
power outlet and the compact
power adapter.
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Getting Started
TO
REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK
Slide down to release the
BATT.
battery pack, and pull out the battery
pack holding it from the ridge on its
bottom part.
IMPORTANT
Turn off the camcorder before connecting or
disconnecting the compact power adapter. After
you turn off the power switch to , important
file allocation data is updated on the disc. Be
sure to wait until the LCD display is completely
off.
You may hear some noise from the compact
power adapter during use. This is not a
malfunction.
We recommend charging the battery pack in
temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C.
Outside the temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C,
the charging will not start.
Do not connect to the camcorder’s DC IN
terminal or to the compact power adapter any
electrical equipment that is not expressly
recommended for use with this camcorder.
To prevent equipment breakdowns and
excessive heating, do not connect the supplied
compact power adapter to voltage converters for
overseas travels or special power sources such
as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters,
etc.
NOTES
The CHG (charge) indicator also serves as a
rough estimate of the battery charge status.
Continuously on: Battery fully charged.
Flashes approx. twice per second: Battery over
50% charged.
Flashes approx. once per second: Battery less
than 50% charged.
The charging time will vary depending on the
surrounding temperature and the battery pack’s
initial charge condition. In cold places, the
effective usage time of the battery will
decrease.
We recommend that you prepare battery
packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you
might need.
Getting Started
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Charging, Recording and Playback Times with the BP-208 Battery Pack
The recording and playback times given in following tables are approximate and vary
according to the charging, recording or playback conditions.
Battery Pack
Charging Time
Maximum Recording
Times
Viewfinder 80 min. 95 min. 100 min. 135 min. 160 min. 165 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 80 min. 90 min. 95 min. 135 min. 155 min. 160 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 75 min. 90 min. 95 min. 130 min. 150 min. 155 min.
Typical Recording
Times*
Viewfinder 50 min. 50 min. 50 min. 85 min. 90 min. 90 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 45 min. 50 min. 50 min. 80 min. 85 min. 90 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 45 min. 50 min. 50 min. 80 min. 80 min. 85 min.
Playback Times
Battery Pack
Recording Mode
Recording Times
Viewfinder 105 min. 60 min. 125 min. 60 min. 135 min. 65 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 105 min. 60 min. 120 min. 60 min. 130 min. 65 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 100 min. 55 min. 115 min. 60 min. 125 min. 60 min.
Playback Time
Charging Time
Battery Pack
Recording Mode
Recording Times
Viewfinder 115 min. 60 min. 135 min. 65 min. 145 min. 70 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 110 min. 60 min. 125 min. 65 min. 140 min. 65 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 105 min. 60 min. 120 min. 60 min. 130 min. 65 min.
Playback Time
Charging Time
* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming,
power on/off.
XP SP LP XP SP LP
XP SP LP XP SP LP
100 min. 115 min. 125 min. 170 min. 190 min. 210 min.
Maximum Typical* Maximum Typical* Maximum Typical*
135 min. 150 min. 165 min.
Maximum Typical* Maximum Typical* Maximum Typical*
140 min. 165 min. 175 min.
BP-208 BP-214
160 min. 245 min.
Recording Mode
Recording Mode
BP-208
XP SP LP
160 min.
BP-208
XP SP LP
160 min.
Preparations
24
Getting Started
Inserting and Removing a Disc
Use only 8 cm mini DVD discs marked with
the DVD-R logo (including DVD-R
DL) or the DVD-RW logo. Refer also
to
Recommended Discs
Before inserting the disc be sure to check
that the recording surface is clean. If
necessary, use a soft lens-cleaning cloth to
remove any fingerprints, dirt buildup or
smudges from the disc surface.
(4).
Inserting the Disc
POINTS TO CHECK
( 10)
Pick up lens
1 Move the power switch to ON to set
the camcorder in mode.
2 Slide fully in the direction of
OPEN
the arrow and gently open the disc
cover completely until it stops.
Retract the grip belt under the
camcorder so it will not get in the way
of the disc cover.
3 Insert the disc and press its center
firmly until it clicks in place.
• Insert the disc with the recording side
facing down (single sided discs – label
side facing out).
• Be careful not to touch the recording
surface of the disc or the pick up lens.
4 Close the disc cover.
Do not force the cover closed if the
disc is not correctly inserted and firmly
set in place.
W
HEN USING
You can start recording movies once the
record pause indication appears.
W
HEN USING A
You need to initialize new discs before
you can start recording. The disc
initialization screen will appear when a
new DVD-RW is first inserted if the /
switch is set to . The disc initialization
screen will not appear when inserting a
disc already initialized. In that case, you
can start recording once the record pause
DVD-R/DVD-R DL
DISCS
DVD-RW
indication appears.
Select ( ) the desired disc
specification and press ( ). For a
comparison between the [VIDEO] and
[VR] specifications, see
a DVD disc
(3).
How to select
You will be asked to confirm the disc
specification you selected. Select ( )
[YES] and press ( ) to continue, or
select [NO] and press ( ) to return
and select a different disc
specification.
A confirmation message will appear
on the screen. Select ( ) [YES] and
press ( ) to start the disc
initialization.
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• The disc initialization will take
approximately one minute. Avoid
moving the camcorder while the
operation is in progress.
• You can start recording movies once
the record pause indication
appears.
NOTES
The process of recognizing a disc may take a
moment. The display will move while the
disc is being read. Wait until the camcorder
finishes recognizing the disc before you start
recording.
Removing the Disc
1 Slide fully in the direction of
OPEN
the arrow and gently open the disc
cover completely until it stops.
• Do not subject the camcorder to
strong impacts while the DISC access
indicator is on or flashing.
• Retract the grip belt under the
camcorder so it will not get in the way
of the disc cover.
• It may take a moment after sliding
OPEN
for the disc cover to open.
2 Grab the edge of the disc and gently
pull it out.
Be careful not to touch the recording
surface of the disc or the pick up lens.
3 Close the disc cover.
IMPORTANT
When you slide after making a
recording, important file allocation data is
updated on the disc before the disc cover
opens. While the DISC access indicator is on or
flashing do not subject the camcorder to shocks
such as forcefully laying it on a table.
OPEN
Preparations
26
Getting Started
Inserting and Removing a Memor y Card
Only miniSD cards can be used with this
camcorder.
TO
REMOVE THE MEMORY CARD
First push the memory card once to
release it, and then pull the card out.
IMPORTANT
Make sure to initialize all memory cards
before using them with this camcorder ( 74).
Memory cards have front and back sides that
are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory
card facing the wrong direction can cause a
malfunction of the camcorder.
NOTES
You may not be able to use certain types of
miniSD cards.
Preparing the Camcorder
1 Turn off the camcorder.
2 Open the memory card slot cover.
3 Insert the memory card straight all
the way into the memory card slot.
4 Close the cover.
Do not force the cover closed if the
memory card is not correctly inserted.
1 Turn on the camcorder.
The lens cover will open
automatically.
2 Move the lens cover
switch down to to open the lens
cover.
3 Adjust the viewfinder.
Keep the LCD panel closed to use the
viewfinder and adjust the dioptric
adjustment lever as necessary.
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4 Fasten the grip belt.
Adjust the grip belt so that you can
reach the zoom lever with your index
finger, and the start/stop button with
your thumb.
5 Attach the supplied
shoulder strap.
Pass the ends through the strap
mount and adjust the length of the
strap.
The Wireless
Controller
Inserting the Battery
(Lithium Button Battery CR2025)
Ta b
Using the Wireless Controller
Preparations
Point the controller at the camcorder’s
remote sensor when you press the
buttons.
NOTES
The wireless controller may not work properly
when the remote sensor is situated under
strong light sources or direct sunlight.
If the wireless controller does not work, check
that [WL.REMOTE] is not set to [OFF ]
( 48). Otherwise, replace the battery.
1 Press the tab in the direction of the
arrow and pull out the battery
holder.
2 Place the lithium button battery with
the + side facing up.
3 Insert the battery holder.
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Getting Started
Adjusting the LCD Screen
Rotating the LCD Panel
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.
• You can rotate the panel 90 degrees
downward.
• You can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward
the lens (allowing the subject to monitor the
LCD screen while you use the viewfinder).
Rotating the panel 180 degrees is also useful
if you wish to include yourself when recording
with the self timer. This is the only case where
you can use the viewfinder and the LCD
screen simultaneously.
180°
90°
180°
Subject can monitor the LCD screen
180°
180°
Subject can monitor the LCD screen
LCD Backlight
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD
screen to one of two levels.
DISP.
Keep pressed down for more
than 2 seconds.
Repeat this action to toggle between the
normal and bright settings.
NOTES
This setting does not affect the brightness of
the recording or the viewfinder screen.
Using the bright setting will shorten the
effective usage time of the battery.
90°
Using the Menus
Using the Menus
Many of the camcorder’s functions can be
adjusted from the menus that open after
pressing the FUNC. button ( ).
For details about the available menu
options and settings, refer to the
Options Lists
( 41).
Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option
FUNC.
Menu
Using the Menus
29
Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus
FUNC.
(29)
FUNC.
(29)
1 Press .
2
FUNC.
Select ( ) the icon of the function you
want change from the left side column.
Menu items not available will appear
grayed out.
3 Select ( ) the desired setting
from the available options at the
bottom bar.
• The selected option will be
highlighted in light blue. Menu items
not available will appear grayed out.
• With some settings, you will need to
make further selections ( , )
and/or press ( ). Follow the
additional operation guides that will
appear on the screen (such as the
icon, small arrows, etc.).
4 Press to save the settings
FUNC.
and close the menu.
You can press to close the
menu at any time.
FUNC.
1 Press .
FUNC.
During the playback of a disc recorded
in VIDEO mode, pressing will
open directly the setup menus.
Continue directly from step 3.
FUNC.
2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
• You can also hold pressed
down for more than 2 seconds to open
directly the setup menus screen.
MENU
press on the wireless controller.
• Push the joystick ( ) to return to the
menu selection screen (step 3).
FUNC.
You can also
3 Select ( ) the desired menu from
the left side column and press ( ).
The title of the selected menu appears
on top of the screen and under it the
list of settings.
4 Select ( ) the setting you want to
change and press ( ).
The orange selection bar indicates the
menu setting currently selected. Items
not available appear in black.
5 Select ( ) the desired option and
press ( ) to save the setting.
6 Press .
FUNC.
You can press to close the
menu at any time.
FUNC.
Preparations
30
A
First Time Settings
First Time Settings
First Time Settings
Changing the Language
Options
[DEUTSCH] [ ] [ ]
[ENGLISH]
[ESPAÑOL] [ ] [ ]
[FRANÇAIS] [ ] [ ]
[ITALIANO] [ ] [ ]
[POLSKI] [ ]
DISPLAY SETUP
LANGUAGE
FUNC.
(29)
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
3 Select ( ) [DISPLAY SETUP] and
press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [LANGUAGE ] and
press ( ).
5 Select ( , ) the desired
option and press ( ).
6 Press to close the menu.
NOTES
If you changed the language by mistake,
follow the mark next to the menu item to
change the setting.
The displays and that appear in
some menu screens refer to the name of
buttons on the camcorder and will not change,
regardless of the language selected.
ROMAN
[TÜRKÇE] [ ]
ENGLISH
FUNC.
FUNC.
Default value
Changing the Time Zone
Default value
DATE/TIME SETUP
T. ZO N E /D S T
FUNC.
(29)
1 Press .
FUNC.
PARIS
2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
3 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP]
and press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [T.ZONE/DST] and
press ( ).
The time zone setting appears. The
default setting is Paris.
5 Select ( ) your time zone and
press ( ).
To adjust for daylight saving time,
select the time zone with the mark
next to the area.
6 Press to close the menu.
Time Zones
Once you have set the time zone, date
and time, you do not need to reset the
clock every time you travel to another
time zone. Select the time zone referring
to the date and time displayed on the
screen.
FUNC.
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