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Digital Video Camcorder

Instruction Manual

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Important Usage Instructions

WARNINGt

TO REDUCE THE RiSK OF FiRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THiS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNINGt

TO REDUCE THE RiSK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING iNTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.

Digital Video Camcorder, ELURA90/ELURA85/ELURA80 systems

This device complies with Part 15of the FCC Rules• Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation,

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation• This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications However, there is no guarantee that interference wilt not occur in a particular instatiation, If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected,

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules• Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.

Canon U.SA Inc One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U,S,A,

Tel No. (516)328-5600

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WiDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WiDE SLOT, FULLY iNSERT.

important Warning

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR

BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERViCiNG TO

QUAL F ED SERV CE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsutated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder

ELURA901ELURA85tELURA80 A and all its accessories.

1. Read Instructions -- All the safety and operating instructions should be read

before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions -- The safety and operating instructions should be retained

for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings -- All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions

should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions -- All operating and maintenance instructions should be

followed.

5. Cleaning -- Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product should be cleaned only as recommended

in this manual.

6. Accessories -- Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they

may be hazardous.

7. Avoid magnetic or electric fields -- Do not use the camera close to TV transmitters,

portable communication devices or other sources of electric or magnetic radiation. They may cause picture interference, or

permanently damage the camera.

8. Water and Moisture -- Hazard of electric shock -- Do not use this product near

water or in rainytmoist situations.

9. Placing or Moving -- Do not place on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or

table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or

adult, and serious damage to the product.

A product and cart

combination should be moved with care. Quick

stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause

the product and cart

combination to overturn.

10. Power Sources -- The CA-570 Compact Power Adapter should be operated only

from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power

company. Regarding other power sources such as battery power, refer to instructions

in this manual.

11. Polarization -- The CA-570 Compact Power Adapter is equipped with a

polarized 2-prong plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other).

The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety

feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If

the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12. Power Cord Protection -- Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely

to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay

particular attention to plugs and the point from which the cords exit the product.

13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding -- If an outside antenna is connected to the

product, be sure the antenna is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI t NFPA No. 70--1984,

provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of

antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements

for the grounding electrode. See figure 1.

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14.Lightning -- For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it

is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, disconnect it from the wall

outlet and disconnect the antenna. This

will prevent damage to the product due to

lightning and power-line surges.

15.Overloading -- Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

16.Objects and Liquid Entry -- Never push objects of any kind into this product

through openings as they may touch

dangerous voltage points or short out parts

that could result in a fire or electric shock.

Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind onto the product.

17.Servicing -- Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing

covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all

servicing to qualified service personnel.

18.Damage Requiring Service -- Disconnect this product from the wall outlet and all power sources including battery, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or

objects have fallen into, the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain

or water:

d. If the product does not operate

normally even if you follow the operating instructions. Adjust only

those controls that are covered by the

operation instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician

to restore the product to its normal

operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the product exhibits a distinct

change in performance. This indicates a need for service.

19.Replacement Parts -- When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified by Canon or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

20.Safety Check -- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating order.

When replacement of power supply is required, please return it to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-570.

The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For areas

where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter. Contact your

nearest Canon Service Center for further information.

Use only CSAtUL Certified power supply cord set, Polarized, Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum No. 18 AWG copper, rated 125 or 250 V, minimum ,P A, minimum 6 ft (1.8 m),

maximum 10 ft (3 m) long.

I This Class B with Canadian ICES-003. I

digital apparatus complies

Using this Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Canon ELURA90/ELURA85/ELURA80. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference.

Change the display language before you begin (_76).

SymbQ!s _nd References Usedin This Manual

O _ : Precautions related to the camcorder operation. O _ : Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. O C[:3 : Reference page number.

O Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller. O [] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen.

O "Screen" refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen. O Please note that the illustrations mainly refer to the ELURA90.

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Setting the Time Zone_, Date and Time

Operating modes (see below) Menu item showing at its default position

Button and switches to be operated

sE'f ai_B. _

The operating modes are determined by the position of the POWER switch and the TAPEICARD switch.

Operating Mode POWER Switch TAPE/CARD Switch

CAMERA CAMERA _ (TAPE)

PLAY (VCR) PLAY (VCR) _ (TAPE)

CARD CAMERA CAMERA _ (CARD)

CARD PLAY PLAY (VCR) C_ (CARD)

: Function can be used in this mode.

.................................................................: Function cannot be used in this mode.

Trademark Acknowledgments

, _,,,,[_;r is a trademark.

• _ is a trademark.

• Windows ® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries.

• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the

United States and other countries.

• Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.

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Table of contents

introduction

Using this Manual ............................................................................................ 5

Checking Supplied Accessories ...................................................................... 8

Components Guide .......................................................................................... 9

Basic Functions Preparations

Preparing the Power Supply .......................................................................... 13

Loading/Unloading a Cassette ...................................................................... 16

Installing the Backup Battery ......................................................................... 17

Preparing the Camcorder .............................................................................. 18

Using the Wireless Controller ........................................................................ 20

Adjusting the LCD Screen ............................................................................. 21

Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time .......................................................... 22

Recording

Recording Movies on a Tape ......................................................................... 25

Zooming ......................................................................................................... 30

Tips for Making Better Videos ........................................................................ 32

Playback

Playing Back a Tape ...................................................................................... 33

Adjusting the Volume ..................................................................................... 35

Playing Back on a TV Screen ........................................................................ 36

Advanced Functions

Menus and Settings ....................................................................................... 38

Recording

Using the Recording Programs ..................................................................... 46

Using the Night Modes .................................................................................. 49

Skin Detail Function ....................................................................................... 51

Adjusting Exposure Manually ........................................................................ 52

Adjusting the Focus Manually ........................................................................ 53

Setting the White Balance ............................................................................. 55

Setting the Shutter Speed .............................................................................. 57

Using the Self-Timer ...................................................................................... 59

Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) ........................................................ 60

Audio Recording ............................................................................................ 61

Using Digital Effects ....................................................................................... 63

Widescreen TV Recording (16:9) .................................................................. 68

Playback

Magnifying the Image .................................................................................... 69

Displaying the Data Code .............................................................................. 70

End Search .................................................................................................... 72

Returning to a Pre-marked Position .............................................................. 73

Date Search ................................................................................................... 74

Other Functions

Customizing the Camcorder .......................................................................... 75

Changing the Display Language ................................................................... 76

Other Camcorder Settings ............................................................................. 77

Editing

Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device ................................................. 79

Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) ................. 81

Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) .................................... 82

Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter)...83

Audio Dubbing ............................................................................................... 85

Transferring Video Recordings to a Computer (IEEE1394) ........................... 88

Using a Memory Card

inserting and Removing a Memory Card ....................................................... 89

Selecting the image Quality/Size ................................................................... 90

File Numbers ................................................................................................. 92

Recording Still images on a Memory Card .................................................... 93

{__Using the Flash .................................................................... 97

Reviewing a Still Image Right after Recording .............................................. 99

Recording Motion JPEG Movies on a Memory Card ................................... 100

Selecting the Focusing Point ....................................................................... 103

Selecting the Drive Mode ............................................................................ 104

Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode) .................................... 106

Playing Back a Memory Card ...................................................................... 108

Protecting images ........................................................................................ 110

Erasing Images ............................................................................................ 111

Combining images (Card Mix) ..................................................................... 112

Formatting a Memory Card .......................................................................... 116

Creating a Start-up image ........................................................................... 117

Direct Printing

Printing Still Images ..................................................................................... 118

Selecting the Print Settings ......................................................................... 121

Trimming Settings ........................................................................................ 126

Printing with Print Order Settings ................................................................ 127

Transferring Images

Transferring Memory Card images to a Computer ...................................... 129

Direct Transfer [Windowsos only J............................................................... 130

Selecting images for Transfer (Transfer Order) ........................................... 133

Additional Information

About the NETWORK Mode (DV Messenger Version2) .............................. 134

Screen Displays ........................................................................................... 135

List of Messages .......................................................................................... 138

Maintenance/Others .................................................................................... 141

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 146

System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) .............................. 150

Optional Accessories ................................................................................... 151

Specifications ............................................................................................... 154

item Codes .................................................................................................. 156

index ............................................................................................................ 157

Checking Supplied Accessories

CA-570 Compact Power Adapter

(incl. power cord)

Lithium Button Battery CR2025 for Wireless Controller

IFC-300PCU USB Cable

NB-2LH Battery Pack

Lens Cap and Lens

Cap Cord

SDC-8M SD Memory Card

Lithium Button Battery CR1616

SS-900 Shoulder Strap

DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK

WL-D85 Wireless Controller

STV-250N Stereo Video Cable

WA-34 Wide

i Attachment

The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a

permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft. Date of Purchase: Model Name: ELURA90tELURA85tELURA80 A

Purchased From: Serial No.: Dealer Address:

Dealer Phone No.:

(_ LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE

RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR

FEDERAL LAWS.

Components Guide

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@ ®

@ @

_) REC SEARCH + button (C[3 29)/

(fast forward) button (C[3 34) t

CARD 4- button (_ 108)

@_REC SEARCH - button (C_ 29) t

_3 (record review) button ([_29) t

(rewind) button (_ 33)t

CARD - button ([_ 108) (3_ D. EFFECTS button ([_ 63) (_ FOCUS button (_ 53)t

DATA CODE button (_ 70) (5_ DRIVE MODE button (C[3 104)t

WIDESCREEN button (_ 68) t

REC PAUSE button (C[_ 81) (6_ _ (flash) button* (C[3 97) t

_t||(playtpause) button ([_ 33)

NIGHT MODE button ([_ 49) t

[] (stop) button (_ 33)

* ELURA90tELURA85 only.

_8"_EXP button (C[3 52) t

END SEARCH button (_ 72) CARD MIX button (_ 112) /

r4_(stitch assist) button (C_ I06) t

SLIDE SHOW button ([_ 109)

LCD BACKLIGHT button ([Z3 21) Lfl_LCD screen (_ 21) _ OPEN button ([_ 25)

SET dial ([_ 38) Lf_MENU button (C_ 38) _ BATTERY RELEASE button ([_ 13)

Battery attachment unit ([_] 13) t

Serial number _ CHARGE indicator (C[3 13) I

Card access indicator ([_3 93) @ Memory card slot (C[3 89) _ Backup battery compartment (_ 17)

@ @

0_ Dioptric adjustment lever (C[3 18) (_ Viewfinder (_ 18) ® Strap mount ([Z] 19) (4_ DC IN terminal (_ 13) (_) Start/stop button ([_ 25, 100)

UNLOCK button (C[_ 134)

_7_Power switch (C[3 5, 134) (_) _ N (printtshare)button (_ 119, 130)

® Accessory shoe (C[3 62)

Zoom lever (C[3 30)

@ PHOTO button (E_ 93)

@ TAPE/CARD switch (C[_35)

Using a tape

Using a memory card

@ Program selector (C[_346)

Easy recording

[] Program AE _;_Speaker (_ 35) @ Strap mount ([_ 19) Lf_Grip belt ([_3 18) @ Cassette compartment (C[_ 16) @ OPENtEJECT ,_, switch ([_ 16) @ Cassette compartment cover (Q3 16)

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Bottom View

Terminal cover MIC terminal* (C:[362)

AV terminal (E_ 36) t

_) (phones) terminal (C[3 35, 61 ) _ DVterminal (C[3 79, 88) ® USB terminal (_ 118, 129) ®,Flash* (C[_ 97)

* ELURA90/ELURA85 only.

_7_Stereo microphone ® _Mini video light

(assist lamp) (E_ 49)

_ Assist lamp (CI3 49) @ Remote sensor (C[:3 20) (_ Tripod socket (C_ 32)

WireJess Con -D85

® ®

_ Transmitter (_) START/STOP button (C]:3 25, 100)

_b CARD -t+ buttons (C[3 108) _!) DATE SEARCH N_tt_JN buttons ([_ 74) (_ REW _ button (E:Z333) (_)-t_ H button (1:_ 34) _7_PAUSE |l button (C:[3 34) (_ SLOW _1_-button ([:Z3 34) (_ AUDIO DUB. button ([:Z3 85)

--@ @

@ @

I_ ZERO SET MEMORY button ([_ 73) (_ PHOTO button (C]:3 93) @ Zoom buttons (E_ 30) _;_PLAY _ button ([_ 33)

FF _ button (1:_ 34) @ STOP [] button (C[3 33) __ +t|| _ button ([_ 34)

x 2 button (C[:3 34) @ TV SCREEN button (1:3:3135)

Preparing the Power Supply

Attaching theBartcry Pack

1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.

2. Move the viewflnder upward.

3. Attach the battery pack to the

camcorder.

• Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack.

• Press lightly and slide itin the direction of the arrow until it clicks.

Cba_ging the Battery Rack = _

1. Connect the power cord to the _ ==

adapter.

2. Plug the power cord into a power

outlet.

3. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal.

The CHARGE indicator starts flashing. It glows steadily when charging iscomplete.

4. When charging is complete, disconnect the power adapter from the camcorder. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet

and disconnect it from the adapter.

5. Remove the battery pack after use. Press the BATTERY RELEASE button to remove the battery.

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Using old

Connect to a household power source to use the camcorder without worrying about the battery power. You can keep the battery pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed.

1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.

2. Connect the power cord to the

power adapter. (_

3. Plug the power cord into a power

outlet.

4. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal.

O Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter. O If the adapter is used close to a TV, it may cause picture interference. Move the

adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable.

O Do not connect any products that are not expressly recommended to the

camcorder's DC IN terminal or to the power adapter.

O You may hear some noise from the power adapter during use. This is not a

malfunction.

O Do not disconnect and reconnect the power cord while charging a battery pack.

Charging may stop. The battery pack may not be charged correctly even if the CHARGE indicator glows steady. The battery pack may also not be charged correctly when a power outage occurs during charging. Remove the battery pack and attach it back to the camcorder.

O When the power adapter or battery pack is defective, the CHARGE indicator

flashes rapidly (at about 2 flashes/second) and charging stops.

O The CHARGE indicator informs you about the charge status.

0-50%: Flashes once every second More than 50%: Flashes twice every second

100%: Glows steadily

O Charging, Recording and Playback Times

Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or playback conditions.

NB-2LH NB-2L BP-2L12 I BP-2L14 _

Charging Time 135 m n. 120 m n. 210 m n. 240 min.

Max. Recording Time

Viewfinder 120 min. 100 min. 205 min. 250 min. LCD Normal 95 min. 75 min. 165 min. 205 min.

Bright 85 min. 70 min. 140 min. 180 min.

Typical Recording Time*

Viewfinder 70 min. 55 min. 120 min. 150 min. LCD Normal 55 min. 45 min. 95 min. 120 min.

Bright 50 min. 40 min. 85 min. 105 min.

Playback Time 110 min. 90 min. 185 min. 230 min.

* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop,

zooming, power onloff. Actual time may be shorter.

O We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and _

30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). Outside the temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F _ _" to 104 °F), the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly and charging stops. _ -n

OA lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Unlike _ =c

conventional battery packs, you do not need to completely use or discharge it _" before charging. _=

O We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you

think you might need.

O To conserve battery power, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record

pause mode.

Loading/Unloading a Cassette

Use only videocassettes marked with the _°_D logo.

1. Slide the OPEN/EJECT switch and Tape protection tab open the cassette compartment _-_

cover.

The cassette compartment opens automatically.

2. Load/unload the cassette.

• Load the cassette with the window

facing the grip belt.

• Unload the cassette by pulling it straight

out.

3. Press the _ mark on the cassette compartment until it

clicks.

Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and close the cassette compartment cover.

O Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing

automatically, or attempt to close the cover before the cassette compartment has fully retracted.

O Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover.

If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be loaded/ unloaded even if the POWER switch is set to OFR

Ins,ailing ,he Backup Ba**ery

The backup battery (lithium button battery CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain date, time (_ 22) and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected.

Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings.

1. Press the OPEN button to open the

LCD panel.

2. Pull out the battery holder.

3. Place the lithium battery with the +

side facing downward into the battery holder.

4. insert the battery holder.

5. Close the LCD panel.

The backup battery has a life span of about a year. " _ "flashes in red to inform you that it needs to be replaced.

Preparing the Camcorder

AdjU_ti_g h i_wfind:_ _DiQ t_i Adjustment)

1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed.

2. Pull out the viewfinder.

3. Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever.

4. Push the viewfinder back in.

1. Attach the cord to the lens cap.

2. Pass the grip belt through the loop on the cord.

Press the buttons on the lens cap when attachinglremoving it. Hook the lens cap

on the grip belt while you are recording, and place it over the lens when you have

finished•

East_niog the G_ip B_lt

Hold the camcorder with your right

hand and adjust the belt with your

left.

Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the

start/stop button with your thumb•

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Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap.

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The WA-34 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views (0.7x). The wide attachment is for use at maximum wide-angle.

Screw the wide attachment fully into the lens filter thread.

O Do not look directly at the sun or other strong light sources through the wide

attachment. It could damage your eyesight. O If you zoom to telephoto, the picture will not be in focus. O The wide attachment may obstruct the remote sensor (the range of the wireless

controller narrows), or may cause a shadow to appear on the picture when

recording with the assist lamp. O Filters cannot be used with the wide attachment.

O If dust accumulates on the wide attachment or on the camcorder lens, clean

both lenses gently with a blower brush. O Do not touch the lens to avoid smudges and fingerprints. O Do not store the wide attachment in a humid place as it may mold.

Using the Wireless Controller

Point it at the camcorder's remote sensor when you press the buttons.

inserting the Batt_ ............. ......

The wireless controller operates with a lithium button battery CR2025.

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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O The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is

subjected to strong light sources or direct sunlight.

O If the wireless controller does not work, check if the remote sensor is set to

[OFF ((_ ](CJ3 77).

O When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller, or when it

can only be operated in very close range, replace the battery.

Adjusting the LCD Screen

Rotating the LCD Screen

Press the OPEN button and open the LCD panel 90 degrees.

• You can rotate the panel downward by 90

degrees.

• You can rotate the panel by 180 degrees

toward the lens.

LGD Backlight

You can switch the brightness of the LCD screen between normal and bright by pressing _ the LCD BACKLIGHT button. This is useful for outdoor recordings. _ _"

LCD BACKLIGHT button

Press the LCD BACKLIGHT button.

O This setting does not affect the brightness of the recording or the viewfinder

screen.

O When using a battery pack, the camcorder retains the setting even if you

change the position of the POWER switch.

O The battery usage time shortens when the LCD screen is set brighter (C13 15).

Setting the Time Zone Date and Time

Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you have replaced the backup battery.

MENU ]

([_ 38) SYSTEM _> T.ZONE/DST,,,N.Y.

1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.

2. Turn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the [

SET dial. I

3. Turn the SET dial to select [T.ZONE/DST] and press I

the SET dial. The time zone setting appears (see table on the next page). The" default setting is New York.

4. Turn the SET dial to select the setting option that represents your time zone and press the SET dial. To adjust for daylight saving time, select the time zone with the ;._ next to the area.

Settingth at a d!im

MENU ](_38) SYSTEM _ D/TIME SET,,,JAN.12:OOI,2005AM

5. Turn the SET dial to select [D/TIME SET] and press the SET dial.

The year display starts to flash.

6. Turn the SET dial to select the year, and press the SET dial.

• The next part of the display starts flashing.

• Set the month, day, hours and minutes in the same way.

7.Press the MENU button to close the menu and to

start the clock.

NO,

Time zone No, Timezone

[]

LONDON [] WELLGTN (Wellington)

[]

PARIS [] SAMOA

[]

CAIRO [] HONOLU, (Honolulu)

[]

MOSCOW [] ANCHOR. (Anchorage)

[]

DUBAI [] L,A, (Los Angeles)

[]

KARACHI [] DENVER

[]

DACCA [] CHICAGO

[]

BANGKOK [] N,Y, (New York)

[]

H. KONG (Hong Kong) [] CARACAS

[]

TOKYO [] RIO (Rio de Janeiro)

[]

SYDNEY [] FERNAN, (Fernando de Noronha)

[]

SOLOMON [] AZORES

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Once you have set time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock each time you travel to another time zone. Just set the time zone to the one of your destination, and the camcorder automatically adjusts the clock.

Di g Date m i_g Q_di_g

You can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen.

MENU DISPLAY SETUP/_ _ D/T DISPLAY,,OFF ([_ 38)

1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.

2. Turn the SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/_- ] and

press the SET dial.

3. Turn the SET dial to select [D/T DISPLAY] and press

the SET dial.

4. Turn the SET dial to select [ON].

5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Recording Movies on a Tape

Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary,

clean the video heads ([_ 142).

1. Remove the lens cap.

2. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

Set the POWER switch to CAMERA and the TAPEICARD switch to @.

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3. Push the OPEN button at the LCD panel and open the LCD panel.

4. Press the start/stop button to begin recording.

Press the start/stop button again to pause recording.

When You Have Finished Recording

1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.

2. Close the LCD panel.

3. Replace the lens cap.

4. Unload the cassette.

5. Disconnect the power source.

O About the LCD and viewfinder screen: The screens are produced with

extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99,99% of the pixels operating to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or green dots. This has

no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.

O The camcorder will shut off after 5 minutes when left in record pause

mode to protect tape and video heads, "_AUTO POWER OFF" appears 20 seconds before shutoff. To continue recording, turn the POWER switch

to OFF and then back to CAMERA,

O Wait until the tape counter stops completely before you start recording. O When you do not remove the cassette, you can record the next scene without

producing any noise or blank sections between the recordings even if you turn the camcorder off.

O Bright light may make it difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case, use the

viewfinder instead.

O When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks, drums or concerts),

sound may become distorted or may be recorded not in the actual sound level. This is not a malfunction.

A!!o ing the Subject to M nitQ the LCD Screen.............................................................................................

You can rotate the LCD panel so that the screen faces in the I same direction as the lens. The viewfinder switches on allowing I

you to use the viewfinder while the subject can monitor the I screen. I The image appears mirror reversed (LCD MIRROR ON). I However, you can choose to display the image as it is being

recorded (LCD MIRROR OFF).

MENU DISPLAY SETUP/_ (_ 38)

]_> LCD MIRROR...ON

1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.

2. Turn the SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/_)] and

press the SET dial.

3. Turn the SET dial to select [LCD MIRROR] and press

the SET dial.

4. Turn the SET dial to select [OFF].

5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

When [LCD MIRROR] is set to [ON], only tape or card operation and self-timer displays appear on the LCD screen (all displays appear on the viewfinder screen).

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ScreenDisp|ays during RecQrding

The battery symbol indicates the charge status of the battery pack.

"_J" starts flashing in red when the battery pack is empty.

When you attach an empty battery pack, the power may turn off without

Indicates the recording time in hours,

minutes and seconds.

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Indicates the remaining time of the tape

in minutes. "_" moves during recording. "_ END" flashes when the

tape reaches the end.

• When the time left is less than 15 seconds, the remaining tape time may not appear.

• Depending on the type of the tape, the indication may not be displayed

correctly.

displaying "_'_". The actual battery charge may not be

indicated accurately depending on the condition under which battery pack

and camcorder are used.

"_t_" flashes in red when the lithium

button battery is not installed, or when it needs rep ac ng.

Re ie_i n g an d Sear cb ing w be n Rec or ding

REC SEARCH - button/

@ (record review) button

REC SEARCH + button

Record Review

In record pause mode, this function allows you to review the last few seconds of your recording to check if it has been recorded properly.

Press and release the @ (record review) button. The camcorder rewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds,

and returns to record pause mode.

Record Search

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In record pause mode, this function allows you to play back the tape (forward or reverse) to locate the point where you wish to begin recording.

Press and hold the REC SEARCH + button (forward) or

(_ RECSEARCH

- button (reverse).

• Release the button at the point you wish to begin recording.

• The camcorder returns to record pause mode.

Zooming

The camcorder is equipped with optical zoom and digital zoom.

Zoom in _ T

W *_ Zoom out

Zoom lever

20x optical zoom 18x optical zoom

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Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide- _W-T

angle). Move it toward T to zoom in (telephoto). Press the zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom. Press harder for a

faster zoom.

O You can also use the lr and W' buttons on the wireless controller. However, you

cannot control the zoom speed. O The zoom speed is slightly faster in record pause mode. O Keep at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) to the subject. At wide-angle, you can focus on a

subject as close as 1 cm (0.39 in.).

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