Manual de Instrucciones (Instalación y preparativos)
This manual covers the installation and the connection procedures only.For more operating instructions, refer to the PDF format manual providedon the DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Windows.
Ce manuel traite uniquement des procédures d’installation et de connexion.Pour les instructions d’utilisation, reportez-vous au manuel au format PDFfourni sur le disque DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Windows.
Este manual solamente cubre los procedimientos de instalación y conexión.Para más instrucciones de operación, consulte el manual en formato PDFcontenido en el disco DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Windows.
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This software is for use with Windows® XP only.Ce logiciel ne peut être employé que sous Windows® XP.Este software solamente es compatible con Windows® XP.
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More details of the features and procedures for using the DV Network Software areexplained in the PDF format manual provided on the DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTIONDISK For Windows.
❍In order to view the PDF manual, Adobe Acrobat Reader needs to be
installed on your computer. If it is not, install it by double-clicking[AR405ENG.EXE] in the same folder as your PDF manual.
❍We recommend copying the PDF file to your computer.
1.Set the DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Windows in the computer's CD-ROM drive.If the installer panel opens, click [Exit] to close it.
2.Select [My Computer] from the [start] menu.
3.Right-click the CD-ROM icon and select [Open] from the displayed menu.
4.Double-click the [DV NETWORK SOFTWARE] folder followed by the [MANUAL]and [ENGLISH] folder.
5.Double-click [DV NETWORKV2ENG N.PDF].The PDF manual opens.
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Disclaimer
¡While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in
this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors oromissions. Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardwareand software described herein at any time without prior notice.
¡No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a
retrieval system, or translated into any other language in any form, by anymeans, without the prior written permission of Canon.
¡Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data
due to mistaken operation or malfunction of the camcorder, the software,memory cards (MultiMediaCards or SD Memory Cards), personal computers, orperipheral devices, or due to use of a memory card not formatted by a Canoncamcorder.
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¡Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc.¡Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation in the United Stated and/or other countries.
¡Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.¡Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks
or trademarks of their respective companies.
¡AV/C Camera Storage Subunit is a standard for downloading and uploading files
using an AV device equipped with the IEEE1394. The driver complies with the“AV/C Camera Storage Subunit Version 1.0” by the IEEE1394 Trade Association.
¡WIA stands for Windows Image Acquisition. WIA is a driver software for
downloading images from digital devices onto a computer. WIA is preinstalledon Windows XP.
Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that does not support dataCD-ROM(s). Playing the CD-ROM(s) in an audio CD player (music player) coulddamage the speakers. It is also possible to suffer from hearing loss from listeningwith headphones to the loud sound of a CD-ROM played on a music CD player.
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and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
DV Messenger
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About This Manual
¡In this manual, DV Messenger Version 2 is abbreviated as "DV Messenger".¡In this manual, the operating modes of camcorders are described as following:
–CAMERA mode: Mode for recording video and sound to tape.–PLAY (VCR) mode: Mode for playing back video and sound recorded on a
tape.
–CARD PLAY (VCR) mode: Mode for playing back images recorded on a
memory card.
–NETWORK mode: Mode for connecting to the computer for using DV
Messenger.
¡The explanations in this manual refer to camcorders equipped with the
NETWORK mode on the POWER switch of the camcorder. If your camcorder isnot equipped with the NETWORK mode, refer to the instructions in parenthesis(Camcorder without NETWORK mode:).
Camcorder with NETWORK modeCamcorder without NETWORK mode
¡Please note that the screens used in this manual may change.
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System Requirements
OS:Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition or Professional
(Installation of Service Pack 1 recommended)Proper operation is not guaranteed on Windows XPthat has been upgraded from a previous version.
CPU:Pentium 500 MHz or better (800 MHz or better
recommended)RAM:128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)Interface:USB (1.1/2.0) or IEEE1394 (OHCI compliant)Free Hard Disk Space:• DV Messenger: 100 MB or more
• Canon USB Video Driver: 1 MB or more
•AV/C Camera Storage Subunit-WIA Driver: 1 MB ormore
Display:800 × 600 pixels/High Color (16 bit) or betterOthers:Windows Messenger Version 4.5, 4.6 or 4.7, sound
function, Internet connection**Using a standard dial-up connection is possible, but
we recommend using a broadband connection to theInternet.
❍Proper operation is not guaranteed on a dual CPU PC or on a user-built
PC.
❍Proper operation is not guaranteed on any particular system, even if it
meets the requirements outlined above.
❍Do not connect two or more camcorders to the computer at the same
time. The connection may not work correctly.
❍A CD-ROM drive is required to install the software.
USB connection:
❍Connect the USB cable directly to one of the computer’s main USB ports.
The interface may not function correctly if the camcorder is connected viaa USB hub.
❍The connection may not operate correctly if you are using other USB
devices, excluding USB mice or keyboards, at the same time. If this occurs,disconnect the other devices from the computer and try reconnecting thecamcorder.
❍Not all operations performed with a connection to a USB 2.0 compatible
board can be guaranteed.
DV (IEEE1394) connection:
❍Connect the camcorder directly to the computer using a DV (IEEE1394)
cable. The connection may not operate correctly if the camcorder isconnected via a repeater or other IEEE1394 devices, or if more than oneIEEE1394 device is connected to the computer.
❍Do not connect another IEEE1394 device while the AV/C Camera Storage
Subunit-WIA Driver is operating. The connection may not operatecorrectly.
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What Can Be Accomplished with the Software
This topic introduces the main features of the DV Network Software contained onthe DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Windows.
DV Messenger Version 2
DV Messenger is a software that operates with Windows Messenger preinstalled onWindows XP. You can use following operations with your digital camcorder via theInternet.
DV Messenger Version 2 is not compatible with DV Messenger Version 1.You cannot communicate with a contact who is using DV Messenger Version
1. Ask your contact to download DV Messenger Version 2 from the freedownload site.
■Real-Time Video Communication (Videoconference) ( 31)
You can use your camcorder and computer for real-time video and voicecommunication.
■Sharing Recorded Video
You can send video and sound recorded with the camcorder via the Internet.
■Camcorder Operation
Canon camcorders only (refer to the table on p.11)
You can operate the camcorder connected to your computer and the camcorderconnected to your contact's computer.
■Sharing Images
Canon camcorders only (refer to the table on p.11)
You can transfer image files from a memory card in the camcorder of yourcontact to your computer.
■Image Capture
Canon camcorders only (refer to the table on p.11)
You can capture still images with the camcorder connected to your or yourcontact's computer and save them to your computer.
■View & Record
Canon camcorders only (refer to the table on p.11)
You can remotely access the computer at home using DV Messenger and viewthe picture of the camcorder (you need to keep computer and camcorder turnedon).
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Canon USB Video Driver USB
Canon camcorders only (refer to the table below)
If your camcorder is equipped with the NETWORK mode, installing the Canon USBVideo Driver allows you to use DV Messenger by connecting the camcorder to acomputer using a USB cable.
AV/C Camera Storage Subunit-WIA Driver IEEE1394
Canon camcorders only (refer to the table below)
The AV/C Camera Storage Subunit-WIA Driver is a software that allows you to useyour camcorder as a card reader/writer by connecting camcorder and computer,both equipped with a DV (IEEE1394) terminal, with a DV (IEEE1394) cable.
If you have installed the AV/C Camera Storage Subunit-WIA driver containedon the DV NETWORK SOLUTION DISK Version 1, make sure to install thedriver provided with the DV Network Software when installing DVMessenger Version 2 (you do not need to uninstall the prior driver for thisprocedure).
■Downloading Files from Memory Card to Computer
■Uploading Files from Computer to Memory Card
Available Functions by Camcorder Model
Some functions cannot be used depending on the camcorder model (see belowtables).Please refer to the Canon homepage for latest camcorder models.
❍All functions can be used.
OPTURA XiOPTURA300
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cannot connect the camcorder using a USB cable (Canon USB Video Drivercannot be used).
ELURA40 MCOPTURA20ZR50 MC
ELURA50OPTURA200 MCZR65 MC
GL2ZR45 MCZR70 MC
OPTURA10ZR47MC KR
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❍The View & Record function, Image Capture function and AV/C Camera Storage
Subunit-WIA Driver cannot be used. You cannot connect the camcorder using aUSB cable (Canon USB Video Driver cannot be used). If your contact has one ofthe below camcorders, you cannot transfer files from the contact’s camcorder toyour computer.
GL1OPTURA100 MCZR25 MC
ELURAOPTURA PiZR30 MC
ELURA2/ELURA2 MCXL1SZR40
ELURA10ZR10ZR60
ELURA20 MCZR20
Required Accessories
You need following items for using the Software:
•Digital Camcorder
•DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Windows (Supplied)
•USB Cable or DV (IEEE1394) CableIf your camcorder is not equipped with the NETWORK mode on the POWERswitch, use a DV cable. Check the manual of your computer for which type ofDV cable to use.
4-pin:
6-pin:
•Speaker or Headphones (when using DV Messenger)
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❍If you leave the camcorder turned on for a long time, heat generation may
cause damage to the camcorder. Turn off the camcorder after use.
❍Tapes may be damaged if left in the camcorder for a long time. Do not leave
tapes in the camcorder to prevent damage.
❍If you leave the camcorder turned on for a long time (e.g. when using the View
& Record or Image Capture (interval mode) function), observe the following fireprecautions.
- Do not use the camcorder in hot or humid places.
- Do not leave the camcorder exposed to direct sunlight.
- Do not cover the camcorder with blankets or clothes.
- Do not leave the camcorder in a box or tight spaces.
- Do not leave the camcorder outdoors.
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Requirements for Using DV Messenger
To use DV Messenger, it is required that Windows XP is installed and WindowsMessenger 4.5, 4.6 or 4.7 operates correctly.Make sure to confirm the following before installing DV Messenger.
1.Windows XP and Windows Messenger 4.5, 4.6 or 4.7 are installed*.
2.Windows Messenger operates and its voice or video conversation can be used*.
3.If you are using a router for Internet connection: your router is UPnP (UniversalPlug and Play) compatible.**(Some modems are equipped with a router function. For details, refer to themanual of the modem.)
*This software is compatible with Windows XP only. It cannot be used with other
Operating Systems. Furthermore, Windows Messenger 4.5, 4.6 or 4.7 isrequired. Establish an environment that allows the use of this software. Pleaseconsult Microsoft for details.
** If you use a router to connect to the Internet, the router must be UPnP
(Universal Plug and Play) compatible and it must be recognized as “InternetGateway Device” (telephone carrier or router manufacturer, or refer to the manual of the router.
Be aware that your contact can access the contents of the tape or memorycard in your camcorder when using DV Messenger.
Free Download
If your contact does not have DV Messenger or is using DV MessengerVersion 1, DV Messenger Version 2 can be downloaded from the followinghomepage:http://www.canondv.com/
25). For details, consult your Internet service provider,
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Installing the DV Network Software
With this procedure, the DV Messenger will be installed and the driver files for theAV/C Camera Storage Subunit-WIA Driver and Canon USB Video Driver will becopied to your computer. The drivers will be installed when you connect thecamcorder to the computer. For the installation procedure of the Canon USB VideoDriver, see p. 18. For the installation procedure of the AV/C Camera StorageSubunit-WIA Driver, see p. 19.
❍Do not connect the camcorder to the computer when installing the
DV Network Software.
❍DV Messenger can only be installed with Windows Messenger 4.5, 4.6 or
4.7. Download Windows Messenger 4.7 from the Microsoft homepageand update your Windows Messenger if necessary. Please consultMicrosoft for details.
❍Users of Windows XP Professional must first log in as an Administrator to
•If Windows Messenger 4.5, 4.6 or 4.7 is not installed on your computer, adialog appears indicating that DV Messenger cannot be installed.If you wish to install only the AV/C Camera Storage Subunit-WIA Driver,close the dialog and proceed with the installation.If you wish to install DV Messenger, close the window and cancel theinstallation process by clicking [Cancel] on the Install Shield Wizard.Upgrade Windows Messenger and restart installation.
From the [start] menu, select [MyComputer] and check if the[Canon USB Video] icon appears.If the icon does not appear, theinstallation has not beencompleted properly. Uninstall andreinstall the driver.
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Installing the AV/C Camera Storage Subunit-WIA Driver
❍Before installing the driver following the procedure below, install the DV
Network Software first to copy the driver files to the computer.
❍Close any programs that are running before installing the driver.❍Do not turn off the camcorder until the driver installation is complete. And
do not interrupt the installation.
❍Users of Windows XP Professional must first log in as an Administrator to
From the [start] menu, select [MyComputer] and check if the [CanonCamera Storage Device] iconappears. If the icon does not appear,the installation has not beencompleted properly. Uninstall andreinstall the driver.
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■Changing the Automatic Start Setting
When you install the driver, a window appears allowing you to select an applicationprogram to start each time you connect the camcorder to the computer. Whenusing DV Messenger, we recommend setting the computer not to start anyapplication.
Select [Device Connected] for [Select an event] and [Take no
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action] for [Actions] and click [OK].
No application will start automaticallywhen you connect the camcorder to thecomputer the next time.
❍To start a WIA-compliant application automatically, select [Start this
program] and click [OK].
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❍If the started application displays a message such as [TWAIN data source
not found. Reinstall the scanner software.], select [WIA-Canon CameraStorage] and use the WIA-TWAIN Driver.
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Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer
If your camcorder is equipped with the NETWORK mode, you can use a DV cable ora USB cable to connect your camcorder to the computer. If your computer is notequipped with the NETWORK mode, use the DV cable.
Connecting the Camcorder Using a USB Cable
❍Make sure to install the DV Network Software before connecting the
camcorder to the computer.
❍Make sure the camcorder is being powered by the compact power adapter
before connecting it to a computer.
❍Do not connect any devices to the camcorder‘s DV terminal when
connecting the camcorder to the computer using the USB terminal.
Confirm that your camcorder is displayed and click [Cancel].
7.
•If you are connecting a Canoncamcorder using a USB cable,check if [Canon USB Video] isdisplayed. If you are connecting aCanon camcorder using a DVcable, check if [Canon DV Device] isdisplayed.
•If [Canon DV Device] or [CanonUSB Video] does not appear, click
to display the device list and
check if it is listed.
•If [Canon DV Device] or [CanonUSB Video] is not listed, perform[Windows Messenger AudioUpdate] from [Windows Update] orinstall Windows XP Service Pack 1.Please consult Microsoft for details.
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Setting the UPnP Router
If you are using an UPnP-compliant router to connect to the Internet, you need toinstall UPnP and disable the firewall of Windows XP to use DV Messenger.
When installation is complete, restart your computer.
8.
After restart, repeat steps 1 to 3 and check if an icon appears under [InternetGateway Device]. If not, your router is not correctly recognized by thecomputer and DV Messenger cannot be used. In such case, check the firewallsetting (
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■Disabling the Firewall
About the Firewall
The firewall is an important security system that protects your computer bylimiting or preventing access by other computers on the Internet. If youdisable the function, other computers may be able to access the files on yourcomputer, or write files onto your hard disk. Disable the firewall before usingDV Messenger, and make sure to re-enable the firewall after use.
After restart, repeat steps 1 to 3 and check if an icon appears under [InternetGateway Device]. If not, your router is not correctly recognized by thecomputer and DV Messenger cannot be used. In such case, the firewallfunction of an Internet security software or anti-virus software may be active.For instructions on how to disable the firewall function, consult the softwareor computer manufacturer.
To enable the firewall after using DV Messenger, repeat steps 1 to 4 andplace the checkmark back to the checkbox.
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Videoconferencing
Starting DV Messenger
❍DV Messenger will not start when you have signed in to Windows
Messenger. In such case, sign out of Windows Messenger first and startDV Messenger.
❍Do not access the memory card using programs such as Windows Explorer
while DV Messenger is started.
❍Do not update Windows Messenger while DV Messenger is started.❍Do not connect two or more digital camcorders to the computer.❍Do not disconnect the interface cable while DV Messenger is started.❍If an anti-virus software is installed on your computer, the firewall of the
software may be active. In such case, you need to deactivate its firewallfunction. For further details, consult your software or computermanufacturer.
❍If you are using an UPnP-compliant router, you need to install UPnP and
If you are connecting a Canoncamcorder using a USB cable,select [Canon USB Video]. If youare connecting a Canoncamcorder using a DV cable,select [Canon DV Device].
•If you are connecting a Canoncamcorder using a USB cable,select [Canon USB Video]. If youare connecting a Canon camcorderusing a DV cable, select [Canon DVDevice].
•The installed sound device appearsfor [Speaker]. Proceed with thesetting unchanged.
•Only online registered members willbe listed. You can only perform avideoconference with members whohave a camcorder connected and areusing DV Messenger Version 2.
• A connecting request is send to your contact and a dialog appears on yourcomputer screen that DV Messenger is waiting for response. If you click[Cancel], the request will be cancelled.
• If your contact accepts the request, the above dialog disappears. Thecommunication between your and your contact's DV Messenger starts andyou can now operate the camcorder of your contact from the DVM panel.
Video picture of yourcontact‘s camcorder
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Video picture of yourcamcorder
• If your contact does not respond within 30 seconds after you press [Select],the connection will be canceled, and a message is automatically sent to yourcontact asking to download DV Messenger Version 2.
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■Starting a Videoconference by Accepting an Invitation
If your contact clicks on and selects you as the contact, a connectingrequest appears on your computer screen.