Canon ZR10 Instruction Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER	ENGLISH

Instruction Manual

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CAMESCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMERIQUES	FRANÇAIS

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	VIDEOCAMARA Y GRABADORA DIGITAL	ESPAÑOL
	Manual de Instrucciones
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Mini Digital

Video

Cassette

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Introduction

Important Usage Instructions

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING:

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

COPYRIGHT WARNING:

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

Digital Video Camcorder, ZR10 A and Compact Power Adapter, CA-560

This device complies with Part 15 of 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 will not occur in a particular installation. 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.S.A. Inc.

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

Tel No. [phone]

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

Important Warning

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR10 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 rainy/moist 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-560 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-560 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 / 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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E		Fig. 1	EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
			PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
			ANTENNA
			LEAD IN
			WIRE
			GROUND
			CLAMP
			ANTENNA
			DISCHARGE
			UNIT
			(NEC SECTION
			810-20)
		ELECTRIC
		SERVICE
		EQUIPMENT	GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
			(NEC SECTION 810-21)
			GROUND CLAMPS
			POWER SERVICE
			GROUNDING ELECTRODE
			SYSTEM
			(NEC ART 250. PART H)
		NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
		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
	Introduction	due to lightning and power-line surges.

15. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

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

17. 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.

18. 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.

19.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.

20.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.

21.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.

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Contents
Introduction
Important Usage Instructions ....................	2
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS ..................................	3
Thank you for Choosing a Canon ..............	6
Quick Overview
Introducing the ZR10 ................................	7
Finding Your Way Around the ZR10 ........	8
Powering Your Camcorder ......................	11
Loading a Cassette ..................................	16
Basic Recording ......................................	18
Zooming ..................................................	22
Using the LCD Screen ............................	23
Playing Back a Cassette ..........................	27
Connections for Playback on a
TV Screen............................................	30
Tips for Making Better Videos ................	32
Using the Full Range of
Features
~ General ... ~
Turning the Image Stabilizer Off ............	34
Selecting from the Menus ........................	35
Using the Wireless Controller ..................	38
~ For Recording ...~
Setting the Date and Time ........................	41
Taking Still Pictures ................................	44
Transferring Still Pictures to a PC
with the FR-100 (optional)..................	46
Searching and Reviewing While
Recording ............................................	47
Using the Various Recording
Programs..............................................	48
Using Digital Effects ................................	52

Audio Recording ......................................	58
Setting the Self-Timer ..............................	60

~ When Making Manual Adjustments ...~

Adjusting Exposure Manually..................	62
Adjusting Focus Manually ......................	65
Setting the White Balance ........................	66
~ For Playback ...~
Displaying Date, Time and Camera Data
(Data Code) ........................................	68
Searching the Tape (Photo Search/
Date Search) ........................................	71
Returning to a Pre-Marked Position ........	72
Editing
Editing to a VCR ......................................	73
Dubbing with Digital Video
Equipment ..........................................	74
Recording from a VCR, TV or Analog
Camcorder (Analog Line-in) ..............	76
Recording Over Existing Scenes
(A/V Insert Editing) ............................	78
Audio Dubbing ........................................	81
Setting the Audio Mix ..............................	84
Additional Information
Preparing the Camera ..............................	86
Notes on Using the Batteries....................	88
Maintenance ............................................	91
Troubleshooting........................................	95
The ZR10 System Diagram......................	98
Optional Accessories ................................	99
Screen Displays ......................................	103
Specifications ........................................	108
Index ......................................................	109

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The serial number of this product may be found on	Date of Purchase
the bottom of the camera. No others have the	Dealer Purchased From
same serial number as yours. You should record	Dealer Address
the number and other vital information here and	Dealer Phone No.
retain this book as a permanent record of your	Model Name ZR10
purchase to aid identification in case of theft.	Serial No.

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Thank you for Choosing a Canon

First, we’d like to thank you for purchasing this Canon camcorder. Its advanced technology makes it very easy to use — you will soon be making high-quality videos which will give you pleasure for years to come.

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

Getting started

To get started we suggest that you master the basic operations of the camcorder first, before moving on to use its full range of features.

For quick reference (in addition to the contents and index) please refer to:

•Finding your way around the ZR10 ( 8)

•Screen displays ( 103)

•Troubleshooting — in case you run into any problems ( 95)

Symbols used in this instruction manual:

: Reference page numbers : Supplementary notes for

camcorder operation

`: Operation confirmation beeps ( 21)

•Capital letters are used to refer to settings displayed in the menus and buttons labeled on the camcorder itself, e.g. Press the MENU button.

Your camcorder is supplied with the following accessories:

WL-D74 Wireless	Two AA batteries
Controller

SS-600 Shoulder Strap Lens cap and lens cap cord

BP-511 Battery Pack	CA-560 Compact Power
	Adapter (including AC
	power cable)

Lithium button battery

S-150 S-video Cable

STV-250 Stereo Video

Cable

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Introducing the ZR10

standard to give you outstanding picture quality.

2.5” LCD Screen

A 2.5” LCD screen makes it easy for you to shoot colorful, well composed video. It is also great for playback.

Image Stabilizer

Stabilizes your recordings even in long

10× Lens and 40× /200×

Digital Zoom

From wide-angle to 10× telephoto—with unparalleled optical quality. The digital zoom magnifies this up to 200× for even more dramatic results.

Still Photos

Digital Effects

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Advanced digital technology allows you to add special effects during recording or playback.

Audio Dubbing/A/V Insert

Editing

Add new sound to original sound, or replace original sound and images on a prerecorded tape.

Analog Line-in Recording

	Connect to a VCR or
	analog camcorder and
	record onto a DV tape in
	the ZR10.	Quick
	Internal charging
		Overview
	charging and shooting, and allowing
	The ZR10 can charge a battery pack
	itself, smoothing the transition between
	for a smaller, lighter AC power adapter.

PCM Digital Sound

DV Terminal (IEEE 1394)

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Finding Your Way Around the ZR10

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Quick Overview

Record review button (p. 47)/

REC (record) SEARCH – button(p. 47)/ (rewind) button (p. 27)

Program selector (p. 48)

Easy

P Recording

(p. 48)

Program

AE (p. 48)

LCD screen (p. 23)

Digital effects ON/OFF button (p. 56)

DIGITAL EFFECTS button (p. 56)

MENU button (p. 36)

Terminal cover

REC SEARCH + button (p. 47)/

(fast forward) button (p. 27)

FOCUS button (p. 65)/ (play/pause) button (p. 27)

EXP (exposure) button (p. 62)/ (stop) button (p. 27)

Self-timer button (p. 60)/ REC PAUSE (LINE-IN) button (p. 75, 77)

BATT. (battery) RELEASE (p. 13)

Backup battery cover (p. 90)

Battery attachment unit (p. 12)

LCD panel OPEN button (p. 23)

Strap attachment bar (p. 87) Selector dial (p. 36)

	DC	CHARGE indicator (p. 12)
	IN
	9.5V	CHARGE
		DC IN terminal (p. 11)

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Viewfinder focusing lever (p. 86)

Viewfinder protect cover (p. 92)

PHOTO button (p. 44)

Accessory shoe (p. 58)

Viewfinder (p. 86, 92)

Strap attachment bar (p. 87)

Start/Stop button (p. 19)

POWER Switch (p. 18)

POWER

	CAMERA
	•	}	CAMERA
	OFF		OFF
	VCR•
			VCR
	•

Zoom controller (p. 22)

Speaker (p. 26)

POWER indicator (p. 18)

Grip belt (p. 86)

Cassette compartment cover (p. 16)

Cassette compartment (p. 16)

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MIC terminal (p. 58, 81)
	MIC
H (phones) terminal (p. 26)
A/ V (audio/video) IN/OUT
terminal (p. 30, 76)	A/V
	IN/
u (LANC) terminal (p. 73)	OUT
	m

Terminal cover

Remote sensor (p. 38)

Stereo microphone (p. 81)

Terminal cover

S-video IN/OUT terminal (p. 30)

S
IN/	DV IN/OUT
OUT
DV OUTIN/	terminal (p. 74)
OPEN/EJECT
switch (p. 16)
Tripod socket (p. 32)

PHOTO button (p. 44)

START/STOP button (p. 19)

MENU button (p. 36)

SELF TIMER button (p. 60) TV SCREEN button (p. 103) DATA CODE button (p. 68)

D. EFFECTS (Digital effects) button (p. 56)

AUDIO MONITOR button (p. 84)

REC PAUSE button (p. 75)

ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 72)

AUDIO DUB. button (p. 82) A/V INSERT button (p. 80) REMOTE SET button (p. 39)

START		ZOOM
/STOP	PHOTO	W	T
SELF	MENU
TIMER
TV			SET
SCREEN
DATA	D.EFFECTS		ON/OFF
CODE
	AUDIO	MIX
		BALANCE	ST-2
	MONITOR	ST-1
REC	SEARCHSELECT
PAUSE
ZERO SET		PLAY	FF
MEMORY	REW
AUDIO	–/	STOP	+/
DUB.
A/V	PAUSE	SLOW	× 2
INSERT

REMOTE SET

WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D74

Transmitter

Zoom buttons (p. 22)

Controller buttons (p. 36)

SET button (p. 36)

Digital effects ON/OFF button (p. 56)

MIX BALANCE buttons (p. 84) Search buttons (p. 71)

SEARCH SELECT button (p. 71) FF button (p. 27)

PLAY button (p. 27)

button (p. 29)

× 2 button (p. 29) STOP button (p. 27) SLOW button (p. 29) REW button (p. 27) button (p. 29)

PAUSE button (p. 28)

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Powering Your Camcorder

Before operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to:

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Provide power from an AC outlet or

Charge a battery pack

•The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by your camera.

•If the adapter is used next to a TV, it may cause bars to appear on the TV — move the adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable.

Connecting the camera to an AC outlet

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Use the power adapter to provide your camera with instant power from an AC outlet. Always turn the camera off before connecting/removing the power source.

1.Connect the power adapter to the camera’s DC IN terminal.

2.Connect the power cable to the power adapter.

3.Plug the adapter into an AC outlet.

4.Disconnect the power adapter from the camera after use. Unplug the power cable from the AC outlet, then disconnect it from the adapter.

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Attaching and charging the battery packs

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Quick Overview

		1	POWER
			CAMERA
			OFF
DC			VCR
IN
9.5V	CHARGE
	3	2

Your battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should have enough power for you to check that your camera is working properly. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you want it to power the camera for more than a few minutes.

Always turn the camera off and raise the viewfinder before connecting/removing the battery.

1.Set the POWER switch to OFF.

2.Attach the battery to the camera.

•Remove the battery pack’s terminal cover.

•Rotate the viewfinder upwards.

•With the triangle on the battery pack pointing downwards, align the edge of the battery pack with the line on the camera, press lightly and slide the battery down until it clicks into place.

3.Connect the power adapter to the camera.

4.Connect the power cable to the adapter and plug it into an AC outlet.

•The charge indicator flashes red to show that charging is in progress. Single flashes mean that the battery pack is less than 50% charged. Double flashes mean that it is between 50% and 75% charged. Triple flashes mean that it is more than 75% charged. The indicator glows steadily when the battery pack is fully charged. If the indicator blinks twice a second, the battery pack may be defective.

•Charging will also take place when the camera is set to VCR and in stop mode, or the camera has turned itself off after being left in record pause mode for more than about 5 minutes.

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5. When charging is complete, disconnect the power adapter from the camera. Unplug the power cable from the AC outlet, then E disconnect it from the adapter.

6.Remove the battery pack after use.

•Rotate the viewfinder upwards.

•Press and hold the BATT. RELEASE button while you slide the battery up.

•Never connect an unspecified product to the camera’s DC terminal. Likewise, do not connect the power adapter to an unspecified product.

•You can find detailed notes for using the batteries in the “Notes on Using the

Batteries” ( 88). These notes include charging and recording times and how to install the backup battery.

CA-560 Compact Power Adapter

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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-560 or equivalent.

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.

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Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit (optional)

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Charge Adapter

Car Battery Cable

DC Cable

Quick Overview

CHARGE

To car’s cigarette lighter

•Fast charging for the high-capacity BP-522 (optional). Fifteen minutes of charging gives 70 minutes of recording (using the viewfinder).

	Time required for full charge
	from car battery or household outlet
BP-511	1 hr. 20 min.
BP-522 (optional)	1 hr. 40 min.

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2. Operate the camera with power from your car battery.

Camera + DC Cable + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable → car’s cigarette	E
lighter

To car’s cigarette lighter

3.Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs from a household AC outlet.

1 or 2 battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Compact Power Adapter

CHARGE

•Fast charging for the high-capacity BP-522 (optional). Fifteen minutes of charging gives 70 minutes of recording (using the viewfinder).

•For full details of how to use the CR-560, refer to its instruction manual.

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Loading a Cassette

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OPEN/EJECT

	Only use videocassettes marked with the D logo.*
	Loading and unloading
	1.	Make sure that you have attached a power source.
	2.	Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch to release the cassette
		compartment cover.
		•	Pull the cover fully open (while holding the button) and wait a couple of
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			seconds for the cassette compartment to open automatically.
		•	The confirmation beep sounds when the cassette cover fully opens.
	3.	Load or unload the cassette.
Quick		•	Insert the cassette gently with the window facing out, and the REC/SAVE
			tab up.
		•	Remove the cassette by pulling it straight out.
	4.	Press the P mark on the compartment until it clicks, and wait
		for it to close.
	5.	Click the cover back into place.

* D is a trade mark.

• After loading a cassette, use record search ( 47) to find the point where you want to start recording.

•Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically, or attempt to close the cover.

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

•Do not leave the cassette in the camera after use — return it to its case and store it in a cool, clean, dry place.

•When you turn the camera’s power on, v flashes in the display until you load a cassette.

•With some types of tapes, the remaining tape display may not give an accurate reading ( 103).

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Protecting tapes from accidental erasure

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REC

SAVE

REC

SAVE

To protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette so that it exposes the hole. (This switch position is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE OFF.)

If you load this cassette and put the camera in record pause mode ( 18), “THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” is displayed for approx. four seconds and then the v mark flashes in the display. The camera also shows the above phrase if you accidentally press the REC PAUSE button on the camera or the wireless controller with the camera switched to VCR mode.

If you want to record on the cassette again, slide the tab back so the hole is closed.

Handling cassettes

Cassette Memory

You are unable to use the cassette memory function with this camcorder.

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Basic Recording

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Before you start recording

Quick Overview

To record

POWER

1

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

4, 5	POWER

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

1.Push the small green button on the POWER switch and hold, turn the POWER switch to CAMERA.

•The camera automatically sets to record pause mode. PAUSE appears in the display.

•The camera power indicator lights up red.

•The confirmation beep sounds.

•The camera will turn itself off if you leave it in record pause mode for more than about five minutes. To return to record pause mode, set the POWER switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.

2. Load a cassette ( 16).

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3.Slide the program selector to [.

•This selects the camera’s Easy Recording program. It allows you to simply point and shoot without making any manual adjustments ( 50).

4.Press and release the start/stop button once to begin recording.

•To take still photographs, see p. 44.

5.Press and release the start/stop button again to pause recording.

•The camera returns to record pause mode and PAUSE reappears in the display.

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

• After loading a cassette, start recording when the tape counter has stopped.

When you have finished recording

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Changing the recording mode (SP/LP)

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You can’t add sound (audio dubbing) or images (A/V insert) to a tape that has been recorded in LP mode. If you plan to use either of these functions later, record in SP mode.

REC MODE••••SP

( 35, 36)

Quick Overview

•When recording and playing back tapes in LP mode, the nature of the tape and usage conditions may affect recording, mosaic-like noise may appear in the image and the sound may be distorted during playback of tapes recorded in LP mode. For important recordings, therefore, set the camera to SP mode.

•If you record in both modes on the same tape, the picture may become distorted during playback and the time code may not be written correctly.

•A tape recorded in LP mode on other digital equipment may produce mosaiclike noise and the sound may become distorted when played back on this camcorder, and vice versa.

16:9 (Widescreen TV recording)

Produces images in the 16:9 format for playback on widescreen TVs.

16:9••••••••OFF

( 35)

1.Select 16:9 from the camera menu and turn it ON/OFF.

2.Press the MENU button once more to close the menu.

•“16:9” is shown in the display when you switch the 16:9 effect on.

•You cannot use the 16:9 mode with the Easy Recording program.

•If you play back a recording made for 16:9 on a normal TV screen, the image will appear to be vertically “squashed” (compressed).

•If you connect the camera to a TV with an S1 terminal or the Video ID-1 system, recordings made in the 16:9 mode for wide screen TVs will automatically play back in wide screen mode on the TV screen.

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Confirmation/Warning beeps

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The camera’s short operation confirmation beeps are indicated by ` in the illustrations. Beeps sound upon certain camera operations such as when you turn the camera on, during the self-timer countdown, right before the camera’s automatic shut-off, and also upon any unusual condition of the camera. Beeps are not recorded on the tape. You can turn them OFF through the menu.

BEEP••••••••ON

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Zooming

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Zoom in

W T

Zoom out

10× optical zoom

40× /200× digital zoom

Turn the digital zoom on by choosing D.ZOOM from the camera menu, to magnify the camera’s zoom range by up to 20× .

D.ZOOM••••••40×

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The zoom control continues to work as usual. You can freely zoom in and out between 1× and 40× or 1× and 200× magnification — the camera automatically switches between optical zooming (up to 10× ) and digital zooming (10× to 40× or 10× to 200× ).

•When zooming, as a rule, keep at least 3 ft 33/8 in (1 m) between you and your subject. However when the zoom is at the wide-angle position, you can focus on a subject as close as 3/8 in (1 cm).

•Image resolution is slightly lower when the magnification is greater than 10× .

•When the digital zoom is set to 40× , the zoom indicator extends (light blue). When the digital zoom is set to 200× zoom, the zoom indicator extends again (a

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Using the LCD Screen

Open the LCD screen

Changing the angle of the LCD screen

180°

90° 90°

You can also push the panel flat against the camera until it is flush with the side, with the screen facing outwards.

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E• Avoid touching the LCD screen when moving the LCD panel.

•Do not hold the camera by the LCD panel or the viewfinder.

•Make sure you open the LCD panel at 90°, before attempting to rotate it.

•Always rotate the LCD panel vertically into place, before closing it or pushing it flat against the side of the camera.

•Always fully close the LCD panel until it clicks securely.

•Be careful not to leave the LCD, viewfinder or lens exposed to direct sunlight outdoors or in a window. Doing so could cause damage.

•Bright light falling on the LCD screen may cause glare that makes it difficult for you to view the image. In this case, switch to using the viewfinder. You are also able to adjust the brightness of the screen (see “Adjusting the LCD screen” below).

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Adjusting the LCD screen

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Adjust the level by choosing BRIGHTNESS from the menu.

A bar showing the level appears in the display for 4 seconds.

•Turn the selector dial up to make the display brighter.

•Turn the selector dial down to make the display darker.

BRIGHTNESS••–+

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•The camera will remember your brightness setting even after you turn it off.

•The brightness of the LCD does not affect that of the recorded images or the viewfinder.

About the LCD Screen

The LCD screen built into this camcorder is a high precision product. However, small black dots or bright points of light (red, blue or green) may

appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction of the LCD screen and they are not recorded on the tape. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%)

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Allowing the subject to monitor recording

When you turn the LCD panel so that it faces the same direction as the lens, you can watch yourself during recording or let your subject monitor recording. The viewfinder is also activated when the panel is in this position.

•You can choose the display style, reversed (mirror on) or not (mirror off). The recording itself is unaffected regardless of which one you choose.

MIRROR••••••ON

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1.Open the camera menu and point the arrow at MIRROR.

2.Select the OFF setting and close the menu.

The 4 indicators that appear in the LCD display when MIRROR is turned on:

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Self-timer ( 60)

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Built-in speaker and headphone terminal

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The camcorder has a built-in speaker and a headphone terminal so you can review the sound track alongside the picture during playback. The built-in speaker is monaural; use headphones for stereo sound.

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		Adjust the speaker and headphone volume by turning the selector dial.
		•	Turn the selector dial up to increase the volume, and down to lower the volume.
		•	A VOLUME bar appears in the display to indicate the current volume. It
	Overview		disappears in four seconds.
		•	You can turn off the volume completely by turning the selector dial down until
			OFF appears.
		•	You can also adjust the headphone volume separately from the built-in speaker,
	Quick		either during VCR mode or camera mode. The volume level is the same
			regardless of mode.
		•	The levels you adjust for the built-in speaker and headphones are memorized
			separately. The camera remembers your levels even if you turn the camera off
			and back on again.
		• The speaker turns off when the camera is set to camera mode or when you use
			headphones.
		•	Sometimes audio may sound distorted when the volume is turned up high. If
			this happens, turn down the volume.

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Playing Back a Cassette

3 REC SEARCH

REC SEARCH FOCUS

EXP

1	POWER

AMERA

OFF

VCR

You can use the LCD screen for instant, on-the-spot playback. The camera also plays back the sound track via the built-in speaker ( 26).

•When you play back a tape, you can also close the LCD panel with its screen side facing up.

•When you’re using the viewfinder to view playback, close the LCD panel.

To play back your recordings on a TV, see p. 30.

To use the wireless controller, see p. 38.

•To avoid accidental recording, make sure that you slide the tab on the cassette so that it exposes the hole (the switch position is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE OFF).

1.Attach a power source and turn the POWER switch to VCR.

•The power indicator lights up green.

2.Load the cassette.

3.Press the e (play) button to start playback.

•To end playback, press the 3 (stop) button.

•To wind the tape forwards, stop playback and press the 1 (fast forward) button.

•To wind the tape backwards, stop playback and press the ` (rewind) button.

•If the playback picture is rough (mosaic-like noise), clean the video heads using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette.

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Other playback modes

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Special playback

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REW PLAY FF

– / STOP + /

PAUSE SLOW × 2

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Connections for Playback on a TV Screen

You can connect the camera to a TV or VCR in order to play back your

Erecordings. You will need to attach a power source to the camera ( 11). Power off all devices before starting the connections.

See your TV or VCR instruction manual for further details.

If your TV (or VCR) has an S (S1) -video input terminal

For higher picture quality, we recommend playing back recordings on a TV with an S (S1) terminal. If you connect the camera to a TV with an S1 terminal or the Video ID-1 system, recordings made in the 16:9 mode for wide screen TVs will automatically play back in wide screen mode on the TV screen.

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S-150 S-video Cable

STV-250 Stereo Video Cable

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