Canon E 700 User Manual

Introduction

Basic Operation

Advanced Functions I

Additional Information

Important Usage Instructions

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CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

For more information, refer to “Basic Recording,” “Power Sources,” “Cassettes” and “Preparing the Camera.”

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U Charge the battery pack and attach it to the

camera.

• You can also power the camera directly from an a mains outlet.

Press the OPERATE button to turn the camera

on.

• The camera is now in ‘record pause mode’. If you leave it in this mode for more than about seven minutes, it will turn itself off.

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Load the cassette.

• Press the EJECT button to open the cassette

compartment. Press the Ipushi mark to close it.

Adjust the FlexiGrip.

• Press the GRIP UNLOCK button while you rotate the

FlexiGrip to the most comfortable viewing position.

• Make sure the grip belt fits your hand securely.

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Pull out the finder and adjust the dioptre.

• Rotate the adjustment ring until the viewfinder dispiays are clearly focused.

• Don’t forget to remove the lens cap.

Press the start/stop button to begin recording.

• You can stop and restart recording as often as you like by pressing the start/stop button.

When you have finished using the camera:

• Press the OPERATE button to turn the camera off.

• Unload the cassette.

• Detach the battery pack.

• Cover the lens.

You can play back your recordings in the viewfinder right away. See “Playback” for details. For playback on a TV, refer to “Playback Connection.”

Press the ■ STOP button to switch from record pause mode to playback mode.

• If you don’t do this, none of the playback functions will work.

• Press the REC MODE button if you want to return to record pause mode without turning the camera off.

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Press the ^ PLAY button to start playback.

• To end playback, press the ■ STOP button.

• To wind the tape forwards, stop piayback and press the

FF button.

• To wind the tape backwards, stop playback and press the ►> REW button.

Thank you for choosing a Canon

This camcorder’s advanced technology makes it very easy to use — you will soon be making high-quality home videos which will give you pleasure for years to come.

To get the most out of your new camcorder, you should read this manual thoroughly — there are many sophisticated features which will add to your recording enjoyment.

I To get started, you will need to read these sections:

"Basic Recording"

1 “Power Sources"

“Cassettes" “Preparing the Camera”

I Then you can go on to find out about the more advanced features.

As well as using the alphabetical index, you can look up the different parts and functions in the sections called “Nomenclature” and “Viewfinder Displays.” There’s also a “Troubleshooting” section in case you run into any problems.

First, check that this package contains the following accessories:

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And while you are finding out how your camcorder works, remember:

The battery pack must be charged before it can power the camcorder. Recharge it only when it is completely exhausted

The camcorder turns off automatically if you leave it in record pause mode for more than about seven minutes.

Main Features

Optical Image Stabilizer

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Canon’s revolutionary VariAngle Prism compensates for the slightest movement of the camera, producing stabie images without sacrificing picture quality.

Pop-Up light

The E700’s built-in video iight pops up and turns on at the touch of a switch. Recording in iow light (or no iight) has never been easier.

12X zoom

The 12X power zoom lens can cover group shots and

wide-angle setting and then — with a choice of zoom

speeds.

Macro autofocus

With fast and accurate focusing down to 1 centimetre

the screen.

1-2 Recording

Just turn the camera on and

to concentrate on the action.

Program AE

180 FlexiGrIp

panoramic views with its move in to catch the details

(3/8 inch), you can zoom in to make the smaiiest details fill

start shooting. Autofocus, auto exposure and auto white balance are activated immediately, leaving you free

The E700 puts advanced recording techniques at your fingertips with three programmed auto exposure modes for the most testing situations.

The versatile FlexiGrip rotates to match your viewing angle for more comfortable shooting — and even better results.

High-speed shutter

Capture action scenes for still or slow playback without blurring; add creative touches to your recordings. Seven fast shutter speeds (up to 1/10000 sec) give you all the choice you’ll ever need.

Two-lux recording

The E700 is ideally suited to low-light conditions. It can record with outstanding resolution in light as low as 2 lux, thanks to its highsensitivity CCD. And that’s without using the pop-up light.

Fade

Add an atmospheric touch to your video productions with smooth fades, synchronized with the sound track.

Titler and age Insert

You’re bound to want to add titles to your video

masterpieces — the E700 makes it easy. And to make a lasting record of those precious early years, it can

automatically add your child’s

age as well.

Remote control

With the supplied wireless controller, you can operate

the camera from as far away

as 4 metres (13 feet), giving

you shake-free recordings

and relaxed playback.

Handy power supply

Connect the camera directly to a mains outlet for indoor recording; charge a battery pack and you can take it anywhere. There’s even an optional car battery adapter.

Introduction I

Important Usage Instructions.................................................................2 c

Thank you for choosing a Canon............................................................3 5

Main Features.................................................................................4

Basic Operation

Basic Recording.............................................................................6

Notes for Better Recording...........................................................7

Power Sources...............................................................................8

Battery Pack Notes......................................................................12

Cassettes......................................................................................13

Preparing the Camera

Playback........................................................................................15

Playback Connection

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Advanced Functions

Zooming........................................................................................19

Image Stabilizer

Wireless Controller

Date and Time

Age Insert......................................................................................23

Titles..............................................................................................24

Fade...............................................................................................25

Program AE..................................................................................26

White Balance...............................................................................27

Pop-up Light.................................................................................28

High-Speed Shutter

Focusing.......................................................................................30

Check and Edit Functions..........................................................31

Editing to a VCR...........................................................................32

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Additional Information

Video System................................................................................33

Optionai Accessories..................................................................34

Cautions and Maintenance

Troubleshooting...........................................................................38

Viewfinder Displays.....................................................................39

Nomenclature...............................................................................40

Specifications...............................................................................42

Index..............................................................................................43

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Basic Recording

eH Before you start recording: Selecting the tape speed

Complete the following steps:

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• Attach a power source (p. 8).

• Load a cassette (p. 13).

• Take off the lens cap, extend the viewfinder, and

adjust the FlexGrip and dioptre (p. 14).

You can refer to the list of viewfinder displays on p. 39 as you go through the steps below.

To record:

1. Press the OPERATE button to turn the

camera on.

• The OPERATE indicator lights up and “PAUSE” appears in the viewfinder — the camera is now in “record pause mode.”

2. Press the start/stop button to begin

recording.

• The tally lamp flashes rapidly and “REG” appears in the viewfinder.

3. Press the start/stop button again to

pause recording.

• The camera returns to record pause mode and "PAUSE” reappears in the viewfinder.

• You can stop and start recording as often as you like by pressing the start/stop button.

• The camera wiil turn itself off if you ieave it in record pause mode for more than about seven minutes. To resume recording, simply turn it on again and press the start/stop button.

When you have finished recording:

Replace the lens cap. Unload the cassette. Turn the camera off. Disconnect the power source.

You have a choice of two recording speeds:

• Standard Play (SP) for maximum quality

• Long Play (LP) for double recording time You can change the tape speed by pressing the

H@/LP button. (“SP” or “LP” is displayed in the

viewfinder.) Change tape speed in record pause mode — changing during recording will cause noise on the tape.

The camera automatically selects the appropriate speed for playback.

Note:

• Press the REC MODE button if you have put the camera in playback mode (p. 15), and want to return to record pause mode without turning the camera off.

Notes for Better Recording

Holding the camera

For maximum stability:

• Place your right hand through the grip belt and keep your right elbow pressed against your body.

• Rest your left hand lightly on the side of the camera.

Vary your stance to suit the recording situation: Lean against a wall for extra

support.

Rest on a table or other solid object.

Lie on the ground, propping yourself up with your elbows.

Crouch down and support the camera on your knee.

Make sure you are holding the camera level.

Planning ahead

If you are going to edit your recording later, shoot an extra five seconds or so at the beginning and end of each scene. This will make editing much easier. If you are not planning to edit, you should choose each scene carefully, making use of the check and edit functions (p. 31).

Panning and tilting

Use panning to record a landscape or follow a moving subject:

• First decide the area you want to cover and stand facing the end of your panning angle.

• Without moving your feet, turn your waist to the starting position.

• Start recording and hold your position for five seconds or so.

• Pan slowly, turning from the waist and allowing plenty of time to take in each new image.

• Hold the final image for another five seconds before you stop recording.

You can also use a vertical movement across the scene:

• Tilt the camera up to exaggerate the height of the subject.

• Tilt down from the top of a building, for example, as an introduction to subjects at the bottom.

Using a tripod

Using a tripod will improve the quality of your videos. It is especially useful for telephoto recording as it eliminates camera shake, and it will safely hold the camera when you are operating it from a distance with the wireless controller.

Lighting

Make sure to have the sun behind you when you are recording outside.

Notes:

• Make sure that the fastening screw of the tripod is no longer than 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) or it will damage the camera.

• Do not leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight or it will melt. (The light is concentrated by the dioptre lens.)

Power Sources

Before operating your camera, you will need to use the CA-100 Compact Power Adapter to:

provide power from a mains outiet or charge a battery pack

Connecting the camera to a mains outlet

Use the CA-100 Compact Power Adapter and the DC-100 DC Coupler to provide your camera with

instant power from a mains outlet.

1. Insert the DC coupier in the camera’s

power source compartment.

• Slide it in, then press it until it clicks and locks into place.

Notes;

• The CA-100 Compact Power Adapter converts current from a household mains outlet (100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) to the 6 V DC current used by your camera.

• If the adapter is used next to a TV, it may cause the TV to emit noise — move the adapter away from the TV or the aerial cable.

• See the CA-100 instruction manual for further details.

2. Connect the DC coupler to the adapter.

3. Plug the adapter into a mains outlet.

• The green OPERATE indicator lights up.

4. Detach the DC coupler after use.

• Slide and hold the ВАТТ EJECT lever while you pull the DC coupler outwards from the front.

• Always turn the camera off before removing the power source.

Charging and attaching the battery pack

You will have to charge the battery pack before you can use it. A brand new battery pack must be charged twice before use. Use the CA-100 Compact Power Adapter.

BP-E77K Battery Pack

I Charging time: 70 minutes

Continuous recording time: 50 minutes These times vary — the safest policy is to

always have two or three times as many battery

I packs as you think you will need.

1. Insert the battery pack in the adapter as

shown.

• Make sure the DC coupler is not connected.

2. Plug the adapter into a mains outlet.

• The green OPERATE indicator lights up.

• The red CHARGE indicator flashes to show that charging is in progress.

3. Wait until the battery pack is fully

charged.

• The CHARGE indicator glows steadily when the battery pack is fully charged.

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4. If the battery pack is brand new, remove it from the adapter, then insert it again and charge it one more time.

5. Remove the battery pack from the adapter and attach it to the camera.

• Slide it in, then press it until it clicks and locks

into place.

6. Detach the battery pack after use.

• Slide and hold the ВАТТ EJECT lever while

you pull the battery pack outwards from the front.

• Always turn the camera off before removing

the power source.

Discharging the battery pack

Make sure to fully discharge the battery pack before you recharge it. If it is recharged while it still has some power left, its capacity will be reduced.

1. Attach the battery pack to the camera.

2. Remove the cassette.

3. Press the OPERATE button to turn the

camera on.

4. Press the ■ STOP button to select

playback mode.

5. Remove the battery pack as soon as the

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camera turns itself off.

How long do battery packs last?

As well as the BP-E77K supplied with your camera, there are optional battery packs which offer longer

recording times. The length of time you can record after charging the battery pack depends on whether or not you are using the pop-up light.

Continuous recording times

BP-E77K BP-E718 BP-E722

Normal recording

Using the pop-up light

50 90 25

(approximate times, in minutes)

Please read “Battery Pack Notes” on page 12 for important information on charging and using your battery packs safely and effectively.

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Installing the lithium battery

Even when the camera is turned off, it can

remember the date and time, an age and a title. Its memory is powered by a CR2025 lithium battery with a lifespan of about a year. “DATE” flashes in the viewfinder if you have not installed the lithium battery, or if it is almost exhausted.

1. If you are replacing an old battery,

attach a power source to the camera.

• If the memory does not have another power source while you are changing the lithium battery, it will be erased and you will have to reset the date, time, age and title.

2. Rotate the FlexIGrip downwards so the

lithium battery compartment is visible.

• Hold down the GRIP UNLOCK button while you rotate the FlexiGrip.

3. Pull out the lithium battery holder.

• Hold the camera with the FlexiGrip underneath, or the old battery will fall out when you remove the holder.

4. Place the new battery in the holder with

the + side facing upwards.

• Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools — this may cause a short circuit.

• Wipe the battery with a clean, dry cloth to ensure proper contact.

WARNING

• The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not

recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or

incinerate.

• Replace the battery with a Sanyo CR2025,

Panasonic CR2025 or Duraceli DL2025B. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

• The used battery should be handed back to the supplier for safe disposal.

• Keep the battery out of reach of children — if it is swallowed, contact a physician immediately.

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5. Click the battery holder back into place.

Battery Pack Notes

Charge the battery pack before you use it...

• You should charge a brand new battery pack twice before using it for the first time — a single charge may not be enough. Charge it completely (until the adapter’s charge indicator glows steadily), then disconnect it and charge it again. This is the only time you should ever “double charge” the battery pack.

• The battery pack will naturally discharge itself over time. You should charge it the same day you plan to use it, or the day before.

• The battery pack becomes warm during use (and during charging). Wait for it to cool before

charging or using it again.

• See the adapter instructions for details.

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...save power while you are recording...

• You will get more recording time from your battery pack if you turn the camera off between shots, instead of leaving it in record pause mode.

• Recording time will be shorter than usual at low temperatures. You can use the battery pack between 0° and 40° C (32°-104° F), but it works best between 10° and 30° C (50°-86° F).

...and don’t recharge it until it is

exhausted.

• The camera flashes a “ВАТТ’ warning when the charge has almost run out. After a few more minutes’ use, the camera turns off automatically. You can now either recharge or store the battery pack.

Disconnect the battery pack when you are not using it.

• Even when it is turned off, the camera will continue to slowly drain power from the battery pack. This means the battery pack will be discharged beyond the normal level if you leave it attached for a long time.

DANGER!

Always attach the terminal cover.

• Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals. The battery pack contains a great deal of energy and short-circuiting it may cause a fire. Attach the terminal cover whenever you are not using the battery pack.

Treat the battery pack with care.

• Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).

• Do not try to disassemble or modify it.

• Do not drop or knock it.

• Do not get it wet.

Keep the terminals clean.

• The camera, adapter or battery pack will not work properly if the terminals are dirty. Check them before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth or tissue if necessary.

Remember, it may start to give you less recording time...

• If you recharge it without first completely discharging it.

• If you leave it attached to the camera (or video light) for more than a week.

• If you don’t use it for three months or more.

...but you should be able to “refresh” it.

• Discharge the battery pack by operating the camera until it turns ofif automatically (see p. 10). Recharge and repeat a few times.

• The MC-100 Multi-battery Charger (p. 34) refreshes battery packs automatically.

• If this does not improve the battery pack’s performance, it has reached the end of its life and must be replaced.

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