Canon ZR30MC Instruction Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER

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WARNING:

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

Important Usage Instructions

Digital Video Camcorder, ZR30 MC 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. (516)328-5600

WARNING:

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.

Important Warning

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.

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR30 MC 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

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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. 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.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

Fig. 1

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS ..................................3

Thank you for Choosing a Canon ..............7

Introducing the ZR30 MC..........................8

Finding Your Way Around the ZR30 MC ..9

~ Preparations ... ~

Powering Your Camcorder ......................12

Loading a Cassette ..................................17

~ Basic Recording ... ~

Basic Recording ......................................19

Zooming ..................................................23

Using the LCD Screen ............................24

~ Basic Playback ... ~

Playing Back a Cassette ..........................27

Connections for Playback on a

TV Screen............................................31

Tips for Making Better Videos ................34

~ General ... ~

Turning the Image Stabilizer Off ............36

Using the Menus ......................................37

Using the Wireless Controller..................45

Adjusting the Selectable Color

Light-up Buttons ................................48

~ For Recording ...~

Setting the Date and Time........................49

Taking Still Pictures to a Cassette............52

Searching and Reviewing While

Recording ............................................54

Using the Various Recording

Programs..............................................55

Using Digital Effects................................59

Using the Multi-Image Screen ................64

Audio Recording ......................................66

Setting the Self-Timer ..............................68

Using the VL-3 Video Light

(optional) ............................................70

Using the DM-50 Microphone

(optional) ............................................71

~ When Making Manual Adjustments ...~

Using AE Shift ........................................72

Setting the Shutter Speed ........................73

Adjusting Focus Manually ......................75

Setting the White Balance........................76

~ For Playback ...~

Displaying Date, Time and Camcorder Data

(Data Code) ........................................78

Searching the Tape (Photo Search/

Date Search) ........................................81

Returning to a Pre-Marked Position ........82

Editing to a VCR......................................83

Dubbing to/from a Cassette with Digital

Video Equipment ................................84

Recording from a VCR, TV or Analog

Camcorder (Analog Line-in) ..............86

Recording Over Existing Scenes

(AV Insert Editing)..............................88

Audio Dubbing ........................................91

Setting the Audio Mix..............................94

Connecting to a PC ..................................96

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Contents

Introduction

Editing

Using the Full Range of Features

Mastering the Basics

Contents, cont.

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In addition to the contents and index please refer to:

• Finding Your Way Around the ZR30 MC ( 9)

• Screen displays ( 137)

• Troubleshooting — in case you run into any problems ( 129)

• Menu at Glance ( 148)

Symbols used in this instruction manual:

: Reference page numbers : Functions that can be operated

from the body of the camcorder

: Functions that can be operated

from the wireless controller

: Supplementary notes for

camcorder operation

` : Operation confirmation beeps

( 22)

• 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.

For quick reference

The serial number of this product may be found on the bottom of the camcorder. No others have the same serial number as yours. You should record the number and other vital information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.

Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model Name ZR30 MC Serial No.

Introduction

Memory Card Introduction ......................97

Recording Still Images to a

Memory Card ....................................101

Recording an Image from a Cassette as a

Still Image ........................................103

Recording from Another DV Device as a

Still Image ........................................104

Viewing Still Images..............................105

Preventing Accidental Erasure

(Protect) ............................................107

Erasing Still Images ..............................108

Combining Images and Recording Them

to a Cassette (Card Mix) ..................110

Copying Still Images from a Cassette....113

Copying Memory Card Still Images

to a Cassette ......................................114

Marking a Still Image for Printing

(Print Mark) ......................................115

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

Other Information and Precautions ........117

Preparing the Camcorder........................120

Notes on Using the Batteries..................122

Maintenance ..........................................125

Troubleshooting......................................129

The ZR30 MC System Diagram ............133

Optional Accessories ..............................134

Screen Displays ......................................137

Specifications ........................................144

Index ......................................................145

Menu at a Glance ..................................148

Contents, cont.

Using a Memory Card

Additional Information

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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.

Introduction

Thank you for Choosing a Canon

Your camcorder is supplied with the following accessories:

WL-D74 Wireless Controller

Two AA batteries

SS-600 Shoulder Strap Lens cap and lens cap

cord

S-150 S-video Cable

STV-250 Stereo Video Cable

Lithium button battery

CA-560 Compact Power Adapter (including AC power cable)

BP-511 Battery Pack

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

WL-D77 Wireless Controller

Two AA batteries

SS-700 Shoulder Strap Lens cap and lens cap

cord

S-150 S-video Cable

STV-250N Stereo Video Cable

MMC-8M MultiMediaCard (with pre-recorded sample images)

Lithium button battery

CA-560 Compact Power Adapter (including AC power cable)

BP-512 Battery Pack

Soft case for MultiMediaCard

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Lets you record vivid, virtually blurfree still images of moving subjects onto a memory card.

Introduction

Stabilizes your recordings even in long telephoto shots.

Introducing the ZR30 MC

Using a DV cable, connect the ZR30 MC to a PC equipped with a DV terminal and transfer your original images to your PC.

IEEE 1394 DV Terminal

Just press the photo button to capture still pictures.

Still Photos

Image Stabilizer

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.

Audio Dubbing/AV Insert

Editing

Add new sound to original sound, or replace original sound and images on a pre-recorded tape.

Analog Line-in Recording

Connect to a VCR or analog camcorder and record onto a DV tape in the ZR30 MC.

10× Lens and 40× (Card)/

200× (Tape) Digital Zoom

Memory Card

Record, manage and store still images on a MultiMediaCard or a highcapacity SD Memory Card. (Both cards are inserted into the same slot in the camcorder.) Combine still images recorded on the card with your original movies or still images. Also great for easy transfer of still images to a PC.

Extended Recording Time

Function

Record for 1.5×, 2× or 3× longer than when in SP mode – up to 4 hours on an 80 minute tape.

Progressive Photo

Selectable Color Light-up

Buttons

Advanced digital technology allows you to add special effects during recording or playback. Display 4, 9 or 16 still images at once with the multi-image screen.

Digital Effects

Advanced Accessory Shoe

Allows the Canon Video Light VL-3 or the Directional Stereo Microphone DM-50 (both optional) to be easily attached and powered by the camcorder’s own power source.

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Finding Your Way Around the ZR30 MC

Easy Recording

Program AE

Program selector (p. 55)

DC IN

9.5V CHARGE

MENU button (p. 38)

LCD screen (p. 24)

FOCUS button (p. 75)/ (play/pause) button (p. 27)

AE SHIFT button (p. 72)/ (stop) button (p. 27)

BATT. (battery) RELEASE button (p. 14)

Memory card compartment cover (p. 98)

Backup battery cover (p. 124)

Battery attachment unit (p. 13)

LCD panel OPEN button (p. 24)

Strap attachment bar (p. 121)

Selector dial (p. 30, 38)

CHARGE indicator (p. 13)

DC IN terminal (p. 12)

REC SEARCH +button (p. 54)/ (fast forward) button (p. 27)

Record review button (p. 54)/ REC (record) SEARCH –button(p. 54)/

(rewind) button (p. 27)

REC PAUSE (LINE-IN)

DIGITAL EFFECTS

CARD

SLIDE SHOW /MIX

ON/OFF

INDEX SCREEN

DIGITAL EFFECTS button (p. 62)

Digital effects ON/OFF button (p. 62)/ INDEX SCREEN button (p. 106)

Self-timer button (p. 68)/ REC PAUSE (LINE-IN) button (p. 85, 87)

CARD–button (p. 105)

CARD+button (p. 105)

SLIDE SHOW button (p. 106)/ Card MIX button (p. 112)

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TAPE/CARD switch (p. 19)

POWER indicator (p. 19)

Viewfinder (p. 120, 126)

Viewfinder protect cover (p. 126)

POWER switch (p. 19)

Viewfinder focusing lever (p. 120)

Grip belt (p. 120)

Advanced accessory shoe (p. 70, 71)

Zoom controller (p. 23)

Speaker (p. 30)

PHOTO button (p. 52, 101)

Strap attachment bar (p. 121)

Cassette compartment (p. 17)

Cassette compartment cover (p. 17)

Start/Stop button (p. 20)

CAMERA

•

OFF

•

PLAY(VCR)

•

}

AME

PLAY(VCR)

OWE

CARD

TAPE

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SET

REW

PLAY

START /STOP

PHOTO

SELF

TIMER

SCREEN

DATA

CODE

–

CARD

AUDIO

MONITOR

REC

PAUSE

SEARCH SELECT

SLIDESHOW

ZERO SET MEMORY

AUDIO

DUB.

STOP

MIX

BALANCE

ST-1

ST-2

ON/OFFD.EFFECTS

SET

ZOOM

INSERT

PAUSE

SLOW

REMOTE SET

–/

WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D77

IN/OUT

MIC

× 2 button (p. 29)

START/STOP button (p. 20)

MENU button (p. 38)

TV SCREEN button (p. 137)

SELF TIMER button (p. 68)

DATA CODE button (p. 78) D.EFFECTS (Digital effects)

button (p. 62)

REC PAUSE button (p. 85, 87) ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 82)

CARD buttons (p. 105)

Transmitter

Zoom buttons (p. 23)

SET button (p. 38)

Digital effects ON/OFF button (p. 62)

MIX BALANCE buttons (p. 94)

Controller buttons (p. 38)

Search buttons (p. 81) SEARCH SELECT button (p. 81)

AUDIO MONITOR button (p. 94)

AUDIO DUB. button (p. 93) AV INSERT button (p. 90)

REMOTE SET button (p. 46)

button (p. 28)

FF button (p. 27) PLAY button (p. 27)

STOP button (p. 27) SLOW button (p. 28)

REW button (p. 27)

PAUSE button (p. 28)

PHOTO button (p. 52, 101)

SLIDE SHOW button (p. 106)

IN/OUT IN/OUT

Bottom view

Remote sensor (p. 45)

Terminal cover

Stereo microphone (p. 91)

Tripod socket (p. 34)

OPEN/EJECT switch (p. 17)

AV (audio/video) IN/OUT terminal (p. 31)/ H (phones) terminal (p. 31)

S-video IN/OUT terminal (p. 32)

DV IN/OUT terminal (p. 84, 96, 104)

MIC terminal (p. 66, 91)

u (LANC) terminal (p. 83)

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Powering Your Camcorder

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

Provide power from an AC outlet

Charge a battery pack

Notes:

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

• 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 camcorder to an AC outlet

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

1. Set the POWER switch to OFF.

2. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.

3. Connect the power cable to the power adapter.

4. Plug the power cable into an AC outlet.

5. Disconnect the power adapter from the camcorder after use.

Unplug the power cable from the AC outlet, then disconnect it from the adapter.

POW

CAMERA

PLAY(VCR)

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Attaching and charging the battery packs

Your battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should have enough power for you to check that your camcorder is working properly. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you want it to power the camcorder for more than a few minutes. Always turn the camcorder off and raise the viewfinder before connecting/removing the battery.

1. Set the POWER switch to OFF.

2. Attach the battery to the camcorder.

• 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 camcorder, press lightly and slide the battery down until it clicks into place.

3. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder.

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 75% charged. Double flashes mean that it is more than 75% charged. The indicator glows steadily when the battery pack is fully charged. If the indicator blinks rapidly and continuously (twice a second), the battery pack may be defective.

• The battery pack will also charge when the POWER switch is turned to

positions other than OFF. The CHARGE indicator may both flash or stay lit.

CAM

ERA

OFF

PLAY(VCR)

DC IN

9.5V CHARGE

Charge indicator

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

Notes:

• Never connect an unspecified product to the camcorder’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” ( 122). These notes include charging and recording times and how to install the backup battery.

Specifications

Power supply 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 34 W Rated output 9.5 V, 2.7 A DC Operating temperature range 32°F–104°F (0°C– 40°C) Dimensions 21/4 × 11/8 × 41/8 in (57 × 28 × 104 mm) Weight 63/8 oz (180 g) (without power cable)

Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice.

CA-560 Compact Power Adapter

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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The Compact Power Adapter CA-560 included with the camcorder can be used along with the CR-560 Kit for 3 different ways to power the camcorder or charge battery packs:

1. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs with power from your car battery.

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

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

The Charge Adapter/Car Battery Cable Kit CR-560 includes the following:

1. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs with power from your car battery.

1 or 2 battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable→ car’s cigarette lighter

Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit (optional)

• Fast charging for the high-capacity BP-522 and BP-535 (both optional). Fifteen

minutes of charging gives 60 minutes of recording (using the viewfinder).

Time required for full charge

from car battery or household outlet BP-512 1 hr. 20 min. BP-511 (optional) 1 hr. 20 min. BP-522 (optional) 1 hr. 40 min. BP-535 (optional) 2 hr. 30 min.

Charge Adapter

Car Battery Cable

DC Cable

To car’s cigarette lighter

CHARGE

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

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

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

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

• Fast charging for the high-capacity BP-522 and BP-535 (both optional). Fifteen

minutes of charging gives 60 minutes of recording (using the viewfinder).

To car’s cigarette lighter

Note:

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

CHARGE

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Loading a Cassette

1. Make sure that you have attached a power source.

2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch (on the bottom of the

camcorder) to release the cassette compartment cover.

• Pull the cover fully open (while holding the button) and wait a couple of seconds for the cassette compartment to open automatically.

• The confirmation beep sounds when the cassette cover fully opens.

3. Load or unload the cassette.

• Insert the cassette gently with the window facing the grip belt, 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.

Notes:

• Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically, and do not attempt to close the cover until the cassette compartment has fully retracted.

• After loading a cassette, use record search ( 54) to find the point where you want to start recording.

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

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

• When you turn the camcorder’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 ( 138).

OPEN/EJECT

Only use videocassettes marked with the D logo.*

Loading and unloading

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Protecting tapes from accidental erasure

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 camcorder in record pause mode ( 19), “THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” is displayed for approx. 4 seconds and then the v mark flashes in the display. If you want to record on the cassette again, slide the tab back so the hole is closed.

SAVE

REC

SAVE

REC

Cassette memory

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

• To protect the tape heads, transfer cassettes directly from the tape case to the camcorder — do not open the tape protect cover or touch the tape itself.

• Do not use cassettes where the tape has been damaged or spliced — they may damage the camcorder.

• Do not insert anything into the small holes on the cassette or cover them with cellophane tape.

• Handle cassettes with care — dropping them or exposing them to external shocks may cause internal damage.

• Store cassettes in the provided case, first rewinding them to the start of the tape and then storing them upright.

• A cassette with metal plated terminals may become dirty with use, affecting information transfer. Therefore, after using a tape about 10 times, be sure to clean the terminals with a cotton swab.

Handling cassettes

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Basic Recording

Have you completed the following steps?

• Attached a power source ( 12).

• Removed the lens cap ( 120) and fastened the shoulder strap ( 121).

• Chosen the display: viewfinder ( 120) or LCD screen ( 24)

Notes:

• When you’re using the viewfinder, fully close the LCD or rotate the LCD so that it faces the same direction as the lens ( 24).

• When using the viewfinder with the BP-522 or BP-535 Battery Pack (both optional) attached, extend the viewfinder and rotate it to a comfortable angle.

You may also want to install the backup battery ( 124) in order to set the date and time display ( 49).

5, 6

MER

PLAY(VCR)

OWE

MER

PLAY(VCR)

OWE

CARD

TAPE

Before you start recording

To record

1. Press the small green button on the POWER switch and hold, turn

the POWER switch to CAMERA.

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

• If you haven’t set the date and time display, SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME appears in the display. For setting the time zone, see p. 49. For setting the date and time, see p. 51.

• The camcorder power indicator lights up red.

• The confirmation beep sounds.

• The camcorder will turn itself off if you leave it in record pause mode for more than about 5 minutes. To return to record pause mode, turn the POWER dial to OFF and then back to CAMERA.

2. Make sure the TAPE/CARD switch is set to TAPE.

• For still image recording to a memory card, see p. 101.

3. Load a cassette ( 17).

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4. Slide the program selector to [.

• This selects the camcorder’s Easy Recording program. It allows you to

simply point and shoot without making any manual adjustments ( 57).

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

• For still image recording to a cassette, see p. 52.

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

• The camcorder 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.

Note:

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

• Replace the lens cap.

• Return the viewfinder to its retracted position.

• Return the LCD screen flush to the camcorder body.

• Unload the cassette.

• Turn the POWER switch to OFF.

• Disconnect the power source.

Notes:

• To check that the camcorder is recording correctly, make a test recording first.

• Before making important recordings, clean the video heads using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette.

• To close the LCD panel, rotate it vertically until the screen faces you, then press the upper right corner until it clicks securely closed.

• You cannot monitor the sound from the speaker when recording.

• For tips on how to make better videos, see p. 34.

• For extra recording time, set REC MODE to any mode other than SP ( 21).

When you have finished recording

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Choose from 4 recording modes: SP (standard play), 1.5× SP, 2× SP or 3× SP.

• Only SP and LP modes are available when the camcorder is set to CARD

PLAY (VCR) mode.

Recording times (this example uses an 80-minute tape)

Changing the recording mode

REC MODE••••SP

VCR SET UP

( 37)

Notes:

About all 3 extended recording modes

• When recording and playing back tapes in one of the extended recording modes, 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. For important recordings, therefore, set the camcorder to SP mode.

• If you record in more than one mode 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 the mosaic-like noise and the sound may become distorted when playing back on this camcorder.

• A tape recorded in LP or LP mode on this camcorder may produce the mosaic-like noise and the sound may become distorted when playing back on other digital equipment.

About SP and LP modes

• The image quality of recordings done in SP or LP modes will be lower than that of those done in SP or LP modes.

• A cassette recorded in SP or LP mode cannot be played back on a camcorder not equipped with that mode.

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

To change the recording mode, open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then select REC MODE, set it to LP, SP or LP and close the menu.

Standard recording Extended recording

SP LP SP LP

1.5× SP 2× SP 3× SP

80 min.

(120 min.) (160 min.) (240 min.)

PLAY

(VCR)

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

In SP and LP modes, image data is compressed twice as much as in SP and LP modes when being recorded to a tape.

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Confirmation/Warning beeps

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

BEEP••••••••ON

SYSTEM

( 37)

To turn the beep off, open the menu and select SYSTEM. Then select BEEP, set it to OFF and close the menu.

16:9 (Widescreen TV recording)

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

To switch 16:9 to ON, open the menu and select CAM.SET UP. Then select 16:9, set it to ON and close the menu.

Notes:

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

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

• You cannot use the 16:9 mode when the multi-image screen is set. The 16:9 display becomes set to “– – –”.

• 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 camcorder 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.

16:9••••••••OFF

CAM.SET UP

( 37)

CAMERA

TAPE

PLAY (VCR)

CARD

CAMERA

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

• The recording mode might not appear in the display correctly if you switch between SP and LP while the camcorder is connected to another digital video device.

• When the recording mode is changed to SP or LP, the camcorder modifies the image for appropriate recording in that mode.

• You might not be able to do DV dubbing correctly with the camcorder set to

SP or LP mode.

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200× digital zoom Card 40×

Magnifies the camcorder’s zoom range by up to 20× (up to 4× when using a memory card).

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

Zooming

The camcorder’s 10× zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for each scene:

• Move the zoom control towards W to zoom out to wide-angle.

• Move it towards T to zoom in to telephoto. You can also control the speed of zooming:

• Move the control slightly to zoom slowly.

• Move it farther to zoom more quickly. (The farther you move the zoom control, the faster the zoom speed.)

The T and W buttons on the wireless controller adjust the picture angle, but not the zoom speed.

10× optical zoom

To change the digital zoom, open the menu and select CAM.SET UP. Then select D.ZOOM, set it to OFF or 200× and close the menu.

Notes:

• 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×.

• You cannot use digital zoom when the multi-image screen is set. The display

becomes “– – –”.

• The zoom indicator appears for 4 seconds. 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 darker blue).

D.ZOOM••••••

40×

CAM.SET UP

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CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

Zoom out

Zoom in

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Using the LCD Screen

Slide the LCD panel OPEN button and open the panel by pulling it away from the camcorder. This automatically switches the LCD screen on and the viewfinder off. When you close the LCD panel, press the upper corner until it clicks closed. The LCD screen automatically switches off and the viewfinder switches back on.

Opening and closing the LCD screen

You can choose the angle of the screen that suits you best by opening and rotating the screen, also you can rotate the LCD screen so that faces in the direction of the lens ( 26).

Changing the angle of the LCD screen

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

90°

180°

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Notes:

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

• Do not hold the camcorder 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 camcorder.

• 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).

Adjusting the LCD screen

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.

Open the menu and select DISP.SET UP from the menu. Then select BRIGHTNESS, adjust the level with the selector dial and close the menu.

A bar showing the level appears in the display.

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

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

Notes:

• The camcorder 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%)

( 37)

BRIGHTNESS••

DISP.SET UP

–+

PLAY (VCR)

CARD

CAMERA

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

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• These and all other indicators appear normally in the viewfinder.

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. (Adjusting the viewfinder,

120)

• 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

DISP.SET UP

( 37)

To turn the mirror mode off, open the menu and select DISP.SET UP. Then select MIRROR, set it to OFF and close the menu.

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

CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

Self-timer ( 68)

Recording to a memory card

No card

REC REC PAUSE EJECT

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Playing Back a Cassette

You can use the LCD screen for instant, on-the-spot playback. The camcorder also plays back the sound track via the built-in speaker ( 30).

• 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. 31. To use the wireless controller, see p. 45.

Note:

• 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 PLAY

(VCR).

• The power indicator lights up green.

2. Make sure the TAPE/CARD switch is set to TAPE.

3. Load the cassette.

4. 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.

MERA

PLAY(VCR)

OWE

REC

FOCUS

AE SHIFT

REC

CARD

TAPE

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Frame Advance

To play back frame by frame, press the +/ ae button repeatedly during playback pause. Press and hold to play back continuous frame advance.

Frame Reverse

To play back in reverse frame by frame, press the –/4a button repeatedly during playback pause. Press and hold to play back continuous frame reverse.

Slow Forward Playback

To play back at about 1/5 normal speed, press the SLOW M button during normal playback. Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback.

• The camcorder automatically returns to playback after about 30 seconds of slow playback.

Special playback

Playback pause

Press the a (pause) button. To resume normal playback, press it again, or press the e (play) button. The camcorder automatically goes into stop mode after about 5 minutes’ playback pause.

Fast forward playback

To play back the recording at about 9.5 times normal speed, press and hold the 1 (fast forward) button during normal playback or press and hold the 1 (fast forward) button during normal fast forward.

Rewind playback

For reverse playback at about 9.5 times normal speed, press and hold the ` (rewind) button during normal playback or press and hold the ` (rewind) button during normal rewind.

Other playback modes

REW

– /

PAUS E

PLAY

STOP

SLOW

+ /

×2

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Slow Reverse Playback

To play back in reverse at about 1/5 normal speed, press the –/4a button and then the SLOW M button during normal playback. Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback.

• The camcorder automatically returns to ×1 reverse playback after about 30

seconds of slow playback.

Reverse Playback

To play back in reverse at normal speed, press the –/4a button during normal forward playback. Press the PLAY e button to return to normal forward playback.

• The camcorder automatically goes into stop mode after about 2 minutes of paused reverse playback.

Forward ×2 Playback

Press the ×2 button during normal playback. Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback.

Reverse ×2 Playback

Press the –/4a button and then the ×2 button during normal playback. Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback.

Notes:

• Mosaic-like noise appears on the screen during some of the special playback modes.

• There’s no audio during special playback.

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Built-in speaker

The camcorder has a built-in speaker so you can review the sound track alongside the picture during tape playback. The built-in speaker is monaural.

Adjust the speaker volume by turning the selector dial.

• Turn the selector dial up to increase the volume, and down to lower the volume.

• A bar appears in the display to indicate the current volume. It disappears in 4 seconds.

• You can turn off the volume completely by turning the selector dial down until OFF appears.

Notes:

• Sometimes audio may sound distorted when the volume is turned up high. If this happens, turn down the volume.

• The speaker turns off when the camcorder is set to any mode other than TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode.

Using the headphones

• You can also use the headphones to monitor the sound track. Change the setting of the AV/headphones terminal through the menu ( 31).

• You can adjust the headphone volume separately from the built-in speaker, either during TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode or TAPE 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 camcorder remembers your levels even if you turn the camcorder off and back on again.

• The speaker turns off when you use headphones.

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Connections for Playback on a TV Screen

You can connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR in order to play back your recordings. You will need to attach a power source to the camcorder ( 12). Power off all devices before starting the connections.

See your TV or VCR instruction manual for further details.

Through the menu, the camcorder’s AV/headphone terminal can be switched to function as either the AV terminal or the headphone terminal.

IN/OUT

MIC

Switching the AV/headphone terminal

Open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then select AV/PHONES and set it to AV or PHONES.

• When the terminal is switched to PHONES, PHONES appears in the display.

Using the headphones

• Make sure you switch the AV/headphones terminal to PHONES before using headphones. If the AV/headphones terminal is not switched to PHONES before you use the headphones, noise will come out from the headphones.

PLAY (VCR)

CARD

CAMERA

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

( 37)

VCR SET UP

AV/PHONES•••AV

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When connecting for playback on a TV screen, make sure the AV/headphone terminal is switched to AV. If PHONES appears in the display, switch the terminal.

• Use the S-150 S-video Cable to connect the S-video terminals. Use the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable to connect the AUDIO terminals. Connect the white plug to the white AUDIO terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red AUDIO terminal R (right). Do not connect the yellow plug.

• If you are connecting the camcorder to a TV, set the TV/VIDEO selector on the television to VIDEO.

• If you are connecting the camcorder to a VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.

VIDEO

S(S1)-VIDEO

INPUT

AUDIO

IN/OUT

MIC

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 camcorder to a TV with an S1 terminal, recordings made in the 16:9 mode for wide screen TVs will automatically play back in wide screen mode on the TV screen.

S-150 S-video Cable

STV-250N Stereo Video Cable

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If your TV (or VCR) has audio/video input terminals

VIDEO

INPUT

AUDIO

IN/OUT

MIC

When connecting for playback on a TV screen, make sure the AV/headphone terminal is switched to AV. If PHONES appears in the display, switch the terminal.

• Connect the camcorder using the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable. Connect the

white plug to the white audio terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red audio terminal R (right). Connect the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal VIDEO.

• If you are connecting the camcorder to a TV, set the TV/VIDEO selector on the

television to VIDEO.

• If you are connecting the camcorder to a VCR, set the input selector on the

VCR to LINE.

Notes:

• If you are going to use the TV as a monitor while you are shooting, remember

to keep the TV volume turned down as long as the camcorder’s audio terminals are connected. If the sound from the TV speakers is picked up by the microphone, an unpleasant high-pitched squeal, called feedback, may be produced.

• For TVs having the Video ID-1 system:

If you connect the camera to the TV’s S terminal or video in terminal, recordings made in the 16:9 mode for wide screen TVs will automatically play back in wide screen mode on the TV screen.

STV-250N Stereo Video Cable

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Tips for Making Better Videos

Composition

The most important element in the scene does not have to be in the center. For a more interesting picture, try to position your subject so it is slightly to one side. Leave some space on the side of the frame that the subject is facing or moving towards.

For maximum stability, grip the camcorder in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body. If necessary support the camcorder with your left hand. With practice, you will be able to operate the controls by touch, without taking your eye off the action.

To prevent any unwanted movement, you can mount the camcorder on a tripod, (or any flat surface at a suitable height) and operate it with the wireless controller.

• When you are using a tripod, be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight or it may melt. (The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.)

• Make sure that the fastening screw of the tripod is no longer than 1/4 inch (5.5 mm), or it will damage the camcorder.

Don’t cut off the top of the subject’s head, and don’t cut people off at the neck, hips or knees (move a little bit above or below).

Watch out for distracting objects in the background.

Holding the camcorder

Using a tripod

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Picture angle

Camcorder moves

Close-up

Instead of zooming while recording, try to choose your picture angle before you begin. A good way to tell a story with video is to begin with a long shot that establishes the situation, and then move in with medium shots and close-ups to show the details. Remember to change your viewpoint for each shot.

Remember that any camcorder movement or change in picture angle should have a definite purpose. Avoid unnecessary or half-hearted movements.

Use pans to record a landscape or follow a moving subject. 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 after a few seconds begin to turn slowly from the waist. Hold the final image for a few seconds before you stop recording.

Tilt the camcorder 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.

Long shot

Medium shot

Pan

Tilt

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Turning the Image Stabilizer Off

With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeable during telephoto recording. However, the ZR30 MC’s image stabilizer allows you to obtain steady recordings even at high magnification.

To turn the image stabilizer off, open the menu and select CAM.SET UP. Then select IMAGE S. i, set it to OFF and close the menu.

• The i mark disappears from the display when the stabilizer is off.

• The image stabilizer cannot be turned off when the program selector is set to

the [ (Easy Recording) position.

Notes:

• The image stabilizer is designed to deal with a normal degree of camcorder shake.

• Keep the image stabilizer turned off when the camcorder is mounted on a tripod.

• The image stabilizer is not as effective as usual during the Low Light mode.

IMAGE S. •ON

CAM.SET UP

( 37)

CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

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Using the Menus

Many of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus which appear in the display.

There are 4 main menus: CAM. MENU Camera menu ( 39) VCR MENU VCR menu ( 40) C.CAM. MENU Card camera menu ( 42) C.PLAY MENU Card play menu ( 43)

2 CAM. MENU +

CAMERA

TAPE

CAM.MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE CARD MIX CAM.SET UP VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN

2 VCR MENU +

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

VCR MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE VCR SET UP CARD SET UP CARD OPER. DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN

CAMERACAMERA

PLAY(VCR)

POWER

CARD

TAPE

CAME

PLAY(VCR)

POWER

CARD

TAPE

2 C. CAM. MENU +

CAMERA

CARD

C.CAM.MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE CAM.SET UP CARD SET UP VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN

2 C. PLAY MENU +

PLAY (VCR)

CARD

C.PLAY MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE CARD OPER. VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN

CAME

OFF

PLAY(VCR)

POWER

CARD

TAPE

CAMERA

OFF

PLAY(VCR)

POWER

CARD

TAPE

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Selecting from the Menus

1. Turn the POWER switch and the TAPE/CARD switch to the desired settings.

2. Press the MENU button to open the menu.

• One of the main menus appears, according to the settings of the

TAPE/CARD switch and the POWER switch.

3. Turn the selector dial and move the arrow to the desired submenu.

4. Press the selector dial in to select.

• The submenu appears.

5. Turn the selector dial and move the arrow to the desired function.

6. Press the selector dial in to select.

• The function and its settings only appear.

7. Turn the selector dial and move the arrow to the desired setting.

• If you are setting a function other than the white balance or shutter speed,

the function will be set if you skip to step 11.

8. Press the selector dial in to select.

• The function is set and you return to the submenu.

9. Turn the selector dial and move the arrow to bbRETURN.

10.Press the selector dial in to select.

• You return to the main menu.

11.Press the MENU button.

• The main menu disappears.

Notes:

• Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu.

• Selecting b RETURN takes you back one menu, or closes the main menu.

• Items that are unavailable, due to the tape or card situation or the settings of

other menu items, appear in purple.

• You may often find it convenient to use the wireless controller to move around

the menus. Press its MENU button to open/close the menu and use the arrow keys in place of turning the selector dial. Push the SET button to select.

SCREEN

SET

2,11

3-10

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CAM.MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE CARD MIX CAM.SET UP VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN

1 3

2 4

CARD MIX 100-0001 43/50 MIX TYPE••••CARD CHROMA MIX LEVEL•••

–+

1 To card mix submenu 2 To camera set up submenu 3 To VCR set up submenu 4 To display set up submenu 5 To system submenu 6 Close main menu

1 Card mix submenu

q Mix type .............................. 111

w Mix level............................. 112

CAM. MENU

Set the POWER switch to and the TAPE/CARD switch to . There are 5 submenus within the CAM. MENU.

TAPE

CAMERA

CAM.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE SHUTTER•••••AUTO D.ZOOM••••••40

IMAGE S. •ON 16:9••••••••OFF WHITE BAL.••AUTO RETURN

y i

2 Camera set up submenu

e Shutter speed......................... 73

r Digital zoom ......................... 23

t Image stabilizer..................... 36

y 16:9 effect ............................. 22

u White balance ....................... 76

i Return

List of Menus

Turn to the appropriate page for a detailed explanation of each function.

• Pressing the start/stop button or the PHOTO button will close the menu and start recording.

• You can display the menus on a connected TV screen by turning TV SCREEN ( 137) on through the menu or using the wireless controller’s TV SCREEN button. See p. 31 for TV hookup instructions.

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4 Display set up submenu

!4 Brightness ............................. 25

!5 Mirror mode.......................... 26

!6 TV screen............................ 137

!7 Date/time display.................. 51

!8 Return

5 System submenu

!9 Wireless controller................ 46

@0 Light-up buttons ................... 48

@1 Button light color.................. 48

@2 Beep ...................................... 22

@3 Time zone/Daylight

saving time............................ 49

@4 Date/time set ......................... 51

@5 Return

1 To VCR set up submenu 2 To card set up submenu 3 To card operations submenu 4 To display set up submenu 5 To system submenu 6 Close main menu

VCR MENU

Set the POWER switch to and the TAPE/CARD switch to . There are 5 submenus within the VCR MENU.

TAPE

PLAY (VCR)

VCR SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE REC MODE••••SP WIND SCREEN•OFF AUDIO MODE••12bit AV/PHONES•••AV RETURN

3 VCR set up submenu

o Record mode......................... 21

!0 Wind screen .......................... 67

!1 Audio mode .......................... 66

!2 AV or headphones................. 31

!3 Return

DISP.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE BRIGHTNESS••

MIRROR••••••ON TV SCREEN•••ON

D/T DISPLAY•OFF RETURN

SYSTEM SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE

WL.REMOTE••• 1 BUTTONLIGHT•ON LIGHT COLOR•BLUE

BEEP••••••••ON T.ZONE/DST••–––

D/TIME SET••–––.––,–––– ––:–– –– RETURN

–+

@2 @4

VCR MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE

VCR SET UP CARD SET UP

CARD OPER. DISP.SET UP SYSTEM

RETURN

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VCR SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE REC MODE••••SP OUTPUT CH•••L/R AUDIO DUB.••AUDIO IN WIND SCREEN•––– AUDIO MODE••12bit AV/PHONES•••AV RETURN

t u

r y

CARD OPER. SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE COPY RETURN

[ ]

1 VCR set up submenu

q Record mode......................... 21

w Output channel...................... 95

e Audio dubbing ...................... 92

r Wind screen .......................... 67

t Audio mode .......................... 66

y AV or headphones................. 31

u Return

2 Card set up submenu

i Image quality ........................ 98

o File numbers ....................... 100

!0 Return

3 Card operations submenu

!1 Copy from cassette to card . 113 !2 Return

4 Display set up submenu

!3 Brightness ............................. 25

!4 Displays .............................. 137

!5 6-second auto date ................ 80

!6 Data code .............................. 79

!7 Date/time select .................... 78

!8 Return

CARD SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE QUALITY•••••FINE FILE NOS.•••CONTINUOUS RETURN

DISP.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE BRIGHTNESS•• DISPLAYS••••ON 6SEC.DATE•••OFF DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME D/TIME SEL.•DATE & TIME RETURN

–+

!6 !8

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CAM.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE SHUTTER•••••AUTO D.ZOOM••••••40

IMAGE S. •ON WHITE BAL.••AUTO RETURN

CARD SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE QUALITY•••••FINE FILE NOS.•••CONTINUOUS RETURN

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5 System submenu

!9 Wireless controller................ 46

@0 Light-up buttons ................... 48

@1 Button light color.................. 48

@2 Beep ...................................... 22

@3 Return

C. CAM. MENU

Set the POWER switch to and the TAPE/CARD switch to . There are 5 submenus within the C. CAM. MENU.

CARD

CAMERA

1 To camera set up submenu 2 To card set up submenu 3 To VCR set up submenu 4 To display set up submenu 5 To system submenu 6 Close main menu

1 Camera set up submenu

q Shutter speed......................... 73

w Digital zoom ......................... 23

e Image stabilizer..................... 36

r White balance ....................... 76

t Return

2 Card set up submenu

y Image quality ........................ 98

u File numbers ....................... 100

i Return

SYSTEM SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE

WL.REMOTE••• 1 BUTTONLIGHT•ON LIGHT COLOR•BLUE

BEEP••••••••ON RETURN

C.CAM.MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE

CAM.SET UP CARD SET UP

VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM

RETURN

@0 @2

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VCR SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE AV/PHONES•••AV RETURN

DISP.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE BRIGHTNESS•• MIRROR••••••ON TV SCREEN•••ON D/T DISPLAY•OFF RETURN

–+

3 VCR set up submenu

o AV or headphones................. 31

4 Display set up submenu

!0 Brightness ............................. 25

!1 Mirror mode.......................... 26

!2 TV screen............................ 137

!3 Date/time display.................. 51

!4 Return

5 System submenu

!5 Wireless controller................ 46

!6 Light-up buttons ................... 48

!7 Button light color.................. 48

!8 Beep ...................................... 22

!9 Time zone/Daylight saving

time ....................................... 49

@0 Date/time set ......................... 51

@1 Return

SYSTEM SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE WL.REMOTE••• 1 BUTTONLIGHT•ON LIGHT COLOR•BLUE BEEP••••••••ON T.ZONE/DST••––– D/TIME SET••–––.––,–––– ––:–– –– RETURN

C. PLAY MENU

Set the POWER switch to and the TAPE/CARD switch to . There are 4 submenus within the C. PLAY MENU.

CARD

PLAY (VCR)

1 To card operations submenu 2 To VCR set up submenu 3 To display set up submenu 4 To system submenu 5 Close main menu

C.PLAY MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE CARD OPER. VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN

1 3

2 4

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1 Card operations submenu

q To image protect................. 107

w To print mark ...................... 115

e Copy from card to cassette . 114

r Image erase ......................... 108

t Format................................. 116

y Return

2 VCR set up submenu

u Record mode......................... 21

i AV or headphones................. 31

o Return

3 Display set up submenu

!0 Brightness ............................. 25

!1 Displays .............................. 137

!2 Date/time select .................... 78

!3 Return

VCR SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE REC MODE••••SP AV/PHONES•••AV RETURN

C. PLAY MENU, cont.

CARD OPER. SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE PROTECT PRINT MARK COPY IMAGE ERASE FORMAT RETURN

[ ]

r y

4 System submenu

!4 Wireless controller................ 46

!5 Light-up buttons ................... 48

!6 Button light color.................. 48

!7 Beep ...................................... 22

!8 Return

DISP.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE

BRIGHTNESS•• DISPLAYS••••ON D/TIME SEL.•DATE & TIME

RETURN

–+

SYSTEM SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE

WL.REMOTE••• 1 BUTTONLIGHT•ON LIGHT COLOR•BLUE

BEEP••••••••ON RETURN

!5 !7

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Using the Wireless Controller

The supplied wireless controller can operate the camcorder from a distance of up to 16 feet (5 m). Point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor while you press the buttons.

There are some functions that cannot be operated without the wireless controller:

• Special playback ( 28)

• Photo/date search ( 81)

• Zero set memory ( 82)

• Audio mix ( 94)

• AV insert ( 88)

• Audio dubbing ( 91)

• Data code ( 78)

Insert two AA batteries, following the = and - markings. Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the batteries.

Inserting batteries

Notes:

• When using the wireless controller in brightly lit places or outdoors, the effective range will be less.

• The camcorder may have difficulty picking up the remote control signals at extremely close range.

• Do not leave the controller exposed to direct sunlight, or in hot or humid places.

• When the batteries run out, replace them both together.

• If the wireless controller doesn’t work, see p. 47.

16ft

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To prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby, there are 2 remote sensor modes and an off setting. The wireless controller and the camcorder have to be set to the same mode in order to be compatible.

When Operating 2 Canon DV Camcorders (Remote Sensor Mode)

To turn the remote sensor off:

Open the menu and select SYSTEM. Then select WL.REMOTE, set it to OFF B and close the menu.

• B appears in the display.

To change the mode... ...on the camcorder:

Open the menu and select SYSTEM. Then select WL.REMOTE, set it to A 1 or A 2 and close the menu.

• The selected mode will appear on the display for 4 seconds.

...on the wireless controller:

Press and hold the REMOTE SET button on the wireless controller.

Simultaneously press the ZOOM W button for mode 1 or the ZOOM T button for mode 2. Continue to press simultaneously for over 2 seconds.

• Be sure to set the wireless controller to the same mode as the camcorder.

A 1 : Mode 1 A 2 : Mode 2 OFFB : Sensor off

WL.REMOTE••• 1

SYSTEM

( 37)

The wireless controller and the camcorder have been preset to mode 1. If you change the mode on the camcorder, be sure to change the mode on the wireless controller to the same mode.

REMOTE SET

ZOOM

PLAY

(VCR)

CARD

CAMERA

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

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If your wireless controller isn’t working:

Make sure the camcorder and the wireless controller are both set to the same mode. Check the mode the camcorder is set to by pushing any button other than the REMOTE SET button on the wireless controller. The camcorder’s mode appears in purple for about 4 seconds. Set the wireless controller’s mode accordingly by pressing the aforementioned button combinations. If the wireless controller still doesn’t work, change the batteries.

Note:

• The mode the camcorder is set to also appears for 4 seconds when you turn the power on.

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The clear buttons above the LCD panel light up when the camcorder’s power is on, or only when one of the buttons is pressed, making it possible to play back cassettes when in dark surroundings. You can also change the color in which they light up to blue, turquoise (greenish blue) or green.

To change the color from blue, open the menu and select SYSTEM. Then select LIGHT COLOR, set it to TURQUOISE or GREEN and close the menu.

Note:

• You cannot change LIGHT COLOR when BUTTONLIGHT is set to PUSH ON or OFF.

To change the setting, open the menu and select SYSTEM. Then select BUTTONLIGHT and set it to PUSH ON or OFF and close the menu.

• ON: The buttons remain lit in the indicated color. While one of the buttons is pressed, all the buttons simultaneously change colors in the 3-color sequence. When the button is released, they return to the original color after a few seconds.

• PUSH ON: Buttons light up only while one of them is pressed. Then, all the buttons simultaneously change colors in the 3-color sequence. When the button is released, they turn off again after a few seconds.

• OFF: Buttons do not light up.

Adjusting the Selectable Color Light-up Buttons

Turning the buttons off

Changing the color of the buttons

( 37)

LIGHT COLOR•BLUE

SYSTEM

( 37)

PLAY

(VCR)

CARD

CAMERA

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

PLAY

(VCR)

CARD

CAMERA

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

SYSTEM

BUTTONLIGHT•ON

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Setting the Date and Time

The date and/or time display forms part of the data code. You can choose to display or hide it during playback ( 78). Set the date and time display when you first start using your camcorder. Install the backup battery before you begin ( 124).

• Before you start setting the date and time, select your home time zone from the menu.

Setting the time zone/daylight saving time

1. Open the menu and select SYSTEM.

2. Select T.ZONE/DST.

• The time zone display appears on the screen.

• Your camcorder’s time zone is factory-preset to New York. If you are at another time zone, select your time zone first and daylight saving time (DST) setting if necessary.

3. Move up or down the list of time zones with the selector dial. Select the option that represents your time zone.

• If you are now in daylight saving time, select the time zone with the

daylight saving time mark C next to the area.

4. Close the menu.

T.ZONE/DST••N.Y.

SYSTEM

( 37)

CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

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Notes:

• After you have selected your time zone and set the date and time, when you travel to another time zone, there is no need to reset the date and time. Just set the time zone to your destination and the camcorder’s clock will automatically change to display the correct time for your destination.

• The camcorder automatically accounts for the number of days in a month and leap year.

24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1314 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

No.

Time zone

LONDON PARIS CAIRO MOSCOW DUBAI KARACHI DACCA BANGKOK H. KONG (Hong Kong) TOKYO SYDNEY SOLOMON

No.

Time zone

WELLGTN (Wellington) SAMOA HONOLU (Honolulu) ANCHOR (Anchorage) L.A. (Los Angeles) DENVER CHICAGO N.Y. (New York) CARACAS RIO (Rio de Janeiro) FERNAN. (Fernando de Noronha) AZORES

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1. Open the menu and select SYSTEM.

2. Select D/TIME SET.

• The year display starts to flash.

3. Turn the selector dial up and down to change the year. Press the dial in to move to another part of the display.

• Once you move from the year, the next part of the display starts flashing.

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

5. Press the MENU button when finished, and to start the clock.

Notes:

• To make a change to part of the date and time, press the selector dial in at step

3 to move to the part to be changed. Turn the dial to make the change, then close the menu.

• The date can be set to any year between 2001 and 2030.

• If you press the MENU button in the middle of setting the date and time, you

leave the menu, and the clock starts.

• If you press the selector dial in after setting the minutes you can set the date

and time again from the start.

Setting the clock

( 37)

Date and time display

You can choose to display or hide the date and time display during recording. When the date and time display is set to ON, the date and time show in the lower left-hand corner of the display but the time zone disappears in about 4 seconds. The large, 4-second display will no longer appear when you turn on the power. It is not automatically superimposed on your recordings.

D/T DISPLAY•OFF

DISP.SET UP

( 37)

To turn it on, open the menu and select DISP.SET UP. Then select D/T DISPLAY, set it to ON and close the menu.

After you set the date and time, the date/time and home time zone will be displayed for about 4 seconds each time you turn the power on.

CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

SYSTEM

D/TIME SET••JAN. 1,2001 12:00 AM

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Taking Still Pictures to a Cassette

You can record still pictures like a photograph. The camcorder records the picture and sound to tape for several seconds. The exposure is automatically adjusted.

Copy still photos automatically to a memory card ( 113) for transfer to a PC for image enhancement and printout. Also, starting your shooting with a still photo makes it easy to find the beginning again later with the Photo Search function ( 81).

You can take a still picture at any time during regular video recording, or you can put the camcorder into record pause mode first, then take a still picture.

Press the PHOTO button fully down and the still picture will be taken immediately.

• The camcorder takes the image immediately, and then records the “photo” to the

tape for approximately 6 seconds*. During this time the camcorder also records the sound, and the display shows the still picture.

• A counter display appears, and counts up as the camcorder records the picture.

• The camcorder returns to record pause mode.

1. Press the PHOTO button halfway down and hold it:

• “PHOTO” flashes at the bottom right of display.

• Exposure is locked.

• During autofocus Fflashes white in the display as the camcorder adjusts the focus and it is displayed continuously as a green mark when the camcorder is ready to take the still picture.

During record pause mode

During record mode

To take still images on a memory card, see p. 101.

CAMERA

TAPE

PHOTO

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• If the subject is unsuitable for autofocus ( 130), the camcorder may not be able to focus, and Fmay continue to flash white in the display. Continue to hold the PHOTO button halfway down, then press the FOCUS button and adjust the focus manually with the selector dial.

• If you are using manual focus ( 75), the Fmark starts as a continuous green mark. Focus with the selector dial.

2. Press the PHOTO button fully down to take the still picture.

• The camcorder takes the image immediately, and then records the “photo” to the tape for approximately 6 seconds*. During this time the camcorder also records the sound, and the display shows the still picture.

• A counter display appears, and counts up as the camcorder records the picture.Fdisappears from the display.

• The camcorder returns to record pause mode.

Notes:

• The camcorder automatically returns to record pause mode after recording a still image for approximately 6 seconds*. If you turn the POWER switch to OFF during that time, the camcorder will respond only after recording is complete.

• The wireless controller’s PHOTO button has no half-way setting. Press the button fully and the camcorder immediately takes the “photo”.

• Only take “photos” where it is bright enough to see the image in the display.

*8 seconds in SP or LP recording mode.

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Searching and Reviewing While Recording

When the camcorder is in record pause mode, you can use record review to play back the last few seconds of your recording and then return automatically to record pause mode. You can quickly make sure that a scene has recorded properly and then go on to shoot the next scene, without producing any noise in the picture.

1. Press and release the c (record review) button while you check the

picture in the display.

• The camcorder rewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and returns to record pause mode.

Note:

• Noise may appear on the screen when you play the tape backwards.

REC

When the camcorder is in record pause mode, you can use record search to play the tape forwards or backwards to find the point where you want to start or resume recording. This is useful when you want to add a new scene to a previously used cassette. By using record search, you can ensure a smooth, noise-free join between the new scene and the old one.

Record search

Record review

1. Press and hold the REC SEARCH + or – button on the camcorder while you check the picture in the display.

• The + button plays the recording forwards and the – button plays it

backwards.

2. Release the button when you find the point where you want to start recording.

• The camcorder returns to record pause mode.

CAMERA

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

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Using the Various Recording Programs

The camcorder provides you with a choice of 7 recording programs. They use different combinations of camcorder settings in order to adjust the exposure and other functions to match the recording situation.

• For simple point-and-shoot operation, select the Easy Recording program. Slide

the program selector to the [ position.

• For normal shooting conditions, slide the program selector to Q (program AE)

mode. Open the program menu and select AUTO ( 56).

• For various other recording conditions, the camcorder has 5 more specialized AE (auto exposure) programs.

Availability of functions in each recording program

Position of program selector

Recording [

(Easy

Sand & Low

Program

Recording)

Auto Sports Portrait Spotlight

Snow Light

Shutter Speed

Focus A

White balance

AE Shift

ih ih

Image stabilizer (ON/OFF)

Digital effects

16:9

: Available

: Not available A : Automatic function only

[

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Setting the program AE mode

1. Slide the program selector to Q (program AE) mode.

2. Press the selector dial in to display the program menu.

3. Turn the selector dial to move the arrow up or down the display.

4. Press the selector dial in to select the desired program.

• The program will appear in the display.

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

Notes:

• The name of your selected recording program appears constantly on the left of the display, with the exception of Auto, which is displayed and then disappears after 4 seconds.

• Avoid changing programs during recording as the brightness of the image may change suddenly.

• If you switch the camcorder from the [ program to the Q program, the camcorder returns to the Auto program.

• When recording in dark places a bright light in the scene may cause a vertical light bar (“smear”) to appear. This is a normal feature of camcorders.

CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

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Portrait

Use this program outdoors to make subjects stand out from a softened foreground and background. It works well for still-lifes and close-ups. The effect is most noticeable when the zoom position is between the middle range and the telephoto end. Focus manually for maximum accuracy, and be careful when recording action scenes, as this program may cause fast moving objects to shudder.

PORTRAIT

The simplest way to use the camcorder is with the program selector set to the [ position. The camcorder will take care of focus, exposure and other adjustments, leaving you free to point and shoot.

Easy Recording

Sports

This program is useful for recording high-speed sports scenes in brightly lit conditions. Normal playback will be slightly jerky, but you will get clear images which can be analyzed frame by frame during slow or paused playback.

SPORTS

[

Auto

This is the same as the Easy Recording program, except that you now have the option of using any of the camcorder’s manual functions.

AUTO

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Use this program in places where the background is so bright that the subject appears underexposed in the display — a sunny beach or ski resort, for example. You may notice some shudder when recording moving subjects.

Sand & Snow

Spotlight

This program is designed for recording spotlit scenes, such as on a stage. The exposure is automatically adjusted for glare-free recordings of subjects lit by a concentrated light source.

SAND&SNOW

SPOTLIGHT

Low Light

This program allows you to record in dimly lit places. It is generally best used for close-ups of slow or stationary subjects, as moving subjects may leave a trailing after-image. However, you can take advantage of this to create special effects, by rapid zooming or by panning along with a moving subject. Picture quality will not be as good as in normal lighting conditions, and autofocus may not work as well as usual.

LOW LIGHT

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Using Digital Effects

• The types of digital effects you are able to use depends on the setting of the TAPE/CARD switch, the POWER switch and the recording program.

Use the camcorder’s digital effects for more interesting productions.

• Faders: Start or end scenes on a tape with a fade to or from black

( 60). Fade Trigger, Vertical Wipe, Horizontal Wipe, Mosaic Fade*

• Effects: Add flavor to your recordings ( 61).

Art, Black and White, Sepia, Mosaic

• Multi-image Screen: Divides the display to show 4, 9 or 16 still photos. Has 4

transition speed options: fast, moderate, slow and manual ( 64).

*Available during TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode only

: Available

: Not available

Availability of digital effects by mode

Faders

TAPE

CAMERA

CARD

PLAY (VCR)

PHOTO

Effects

Multi-image

Screen

TAPE

PLAY (VCR)

CARD

CAMERA

Notes:

• When you do not want to use digital effects, press the DIGITAL EFFECTS

button and select D.EFFECT | from the digital effects menu. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to close the menu.

• The camcorder remembers your chosen digital effect setting until you change it.

• Digital effects can be selected but not operated on a blank blue screen (appears in TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode). The display continues to flash.

• Digital effects operated during TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode are not recorded onto the original tape.

• Digital effects can be added to another tape when dubbing using the AV out terminal (TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode), but not the DV out terminal.

• You cannot operate digital effects while photo/date searching.

• If you slide the program selector to [ (Easy Recording) while the digital effect display is flashing, it will disappear from the display and reappear when you return to Q (program AE) mode.

• The digital effect display will flash for 2 seconds after setting, even if DISPLAYS is set to OFF in the menu.

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Fade Trigger (FADE-T)

Vertical Wipe (WIPE )

Horizontal Wipe (WIPE )

When you start recording, the picture begins as a thin vertical line in the center of the screen which gradually expands sideways until it fills the whole of the screen.

When you end a scene, the image is wiped from both sides of the screen.

When you start recording, the scene gradually fades in from a black screen.

When you stop recording, it gradually fades out.

Faders

When you start recording, the picture begins as a thin horizontal line in the center of the screen which gradually expands upwards and downwards until it fills the whole screen.

When you end a scene, the image is wiped from the top and bottom of screen.

Mosaic Fade (M. FADE)

Blurs the image by enlarging the size of some pixels. The image appears as increasingly large squares of color as it fades out,

and smaller squares

when it fades in.

*Available during TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode only.

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Effects

Art (ART)

Adds a paintlike effect, called solarization, to the image.

Sepia (SEPIA)

Makes a monochrome image with a brownish tint.

Black and White

(BLK & WHT)

Makes the image black and white.

Mosaic

(MOSAIC)

Blurs the image by enlarging the size of some pixels.

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Digital effects can be set with the controls on the body of the camcorder or the wireless controller. Pressing the ▲/▼ buttons on the wireless controller correspond to turning the selector dial up and down, and pressing the SET button corresponds to pressing the selector dial in.

SET

D.EFFECTS ON/OFF

DIGITAL EFFECTS

ON/OFF

Operating faders

Sound and image fade together. When operating faders in TAPE CAMERA mode, make sure the program selector is set to Q.

1. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to open the digital effects menu.

• D.EFFECT |, FADER, EFFECT and MULTI-S appear.

2. Select FADER.

• FADE-T, WIPE , WIPE settings appear. M.FADE also appears in TAPE

PLAY (VCR) mode.

3. Select the desired setting.

• You return to the digital effects menu.

4. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to close the menu.

• The name of your selected fader flashes in the display.

5. Press the ON/OFF button.

• The name of your selection stops flashing.

• Each time you press the ON/OFF button, the chosen fader is activated

(display lights continuously) or deactivated (display flashes).

Fader on/off

Select fader

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

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Sound records/plays back normally. When operating effects in TAPE CAMERA or CARD CAMERA mode, make sure the program selector is set to Q.

1. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to open the digital effects menu.

• D.EFFECT |, FADER, EFFECT and MULTI-S appear.

2. Select EFFECT.

• ART, BLK&WHT, SEPIA, MOSAIC settings appear.

3. Select the desired setting.

• You return to the digital effects menu.

4. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to close the menu.

• The menu disappears and the name of your selected setting flashes in the

display.

5. If you’re in TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode, press the e (play) button.

6. Press the ON/OFF button.

• The name of your selection stops flashing and takes effect on the display.

• Each time you press the ON/OFF button, the chosen effect is activated or

deactivated.

Effect on/off

Select effect

Operating effects

6. If you’re in TAPE CAMERA mode:

Fade in- Press the start/stop button.

Fade out- Press the start/stop button.

If you’re in TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode:

Fade in- Press the e (play) button.

Fade out- Press the

a (pause) button.

CAMERA

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

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Operating the multi-image screen

When operating the multi-image screen in TAPE CAMERA or CARD CAMERA mode, make sure the program selector is set to Q. In TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode, you can only operate the multi-image screen in the following playback modes: When M.S.SPEED is set to MANUAL: Still picture playback, slow forward/ reverse playback When M.S.SPEED is set to FAST, MODERATE or SLOW: Still picture playback

1. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to open the digital effects menu.

• D.EFFECT |, FADER, EFFECT and MULTI-S appear.

2. Select MULTI-S.

• M.S. SPEED and M.S. SPLIT settings appear.

3. Select M.S. SPEED.

• MANUAL, FAST, MODERATE and SLOW settings appear.

4. Select the desired setting.

• You return to the digital effects menu.

5. Select MULTI-S again.

• M.S. SPEED and M.S. SPLIT settings appear.

6. Select M.S.SPLIT.

• 4, 9, 16 settings appear.

7. Select the desired setting.

• You return to the digital effects menu.

Select multi-image screen

Divides your display image into 4, 9 or 16 smaller images with the Image Capture feature. With this feature, the camcorder captures the current scene being shot or replayed. Choose the transition speed — manual, fast (every 4 frames), moderate (every 6 frames) or slow (every 8 frames) — at which to capture a moving subject, such as a person playing tennis or golf. Sound is recorded normally.

4 images 9 images 16 images

Using the Multi-Image Screen

CAMERA

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

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8. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to close the menu.

• The digital effects menu disappears.

• MULTI-S flashes in the display.

9. Push the ON/OFF button.

• MULTI-S stops flashing.

• Manual: As you press the ON/OFF button, scenes will be captured one after another the indicated number of times. If you push and hold the ON/OFF button for more than a second, the last image captured will be erased.

• The currently recording image is framed in blue. The frame disappears after the last image is captured.

• Automatic: The camcorder will capture the indicated number of images at the indicated speed.

10.If you’re in TAPE CAMERA mode, push the start/stop button to begin recording.

• The multi-image screen is recorded to the tape.

If you’re in CARD CAMERA mode, press the PHOTO button to record the multi-image screen to the memory card.

Notes:

• You can operate the multi-image screen from record or record pause mode.

• After all the images have been captured, press the ON/OFF button quickly to

cancel the multi-image screen.

• If you are operating the multi-image screen in TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode and

you stop or pause the tape, or press any other playback button or the date/photo search buttons, the multi-image screen will be canceled. (This does not apply with the MANUAL multi-image speed.)

• You cannot use digital zoom or the 16:9 mode when the multi-image screen is

set. The display becomes “– – –”.

Multi-image screen on/off

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Audio Recording

To switch to the 16-bit mode, open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then select AUDIO MODE, set it to “16 bit” and close the menu.

• “16 bit” is shown in the display for approximately 4 seconds.

Notes:

• For details on adding new sound, see p. 91.

• For details of playing back a tape that has new sound on stereo 2, see p. 94.

• When you record to the ZR30 MC from a camcorder with DV terminal outputs, the audio mode becomes automatically set to 12 bit.

• When the recording mode is set to SP or LP mode, the audio mode becomes automatically set to 12 bit.

Selecting the audio mode

ZR30 MC can record sound on a tape in two audio modes — 16-bit and 12-bit. The 16-bit mode produces the higher sound quality (slightly superior to CD) while the 12-bit mode records on two channels (stereo 1), leaving 2 channels free (stereo 2) for you to add new sound at a later date.

AUDIO MODE••12bit

VCR SET UP

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External microphone

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

For greater creative control over audio recording, you can connect an external microphone to the camcorder via the MIC terminal. When using the MIC terminal, use a microphone with a built-in power supply (condenser microphone). It is possible to connect almost any stereo microphone with a plug diameter of 1/8 inch (3.5 mm), however, their audio levels will be different from that of the builtin microphone.

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To turn it on, open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then select WIND SCREEN, set it to ON and close the menu.

•WSO is shown in the display when you turn the wind screen on.

Notes:

• The wind screen can be used for audio dubbing with the built-in microphone as well as recording.

• The wind screen does not operate when an external microphone is connected to the MIC terminal or the advanced accessory shoe.

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Notes:

• For details on using the optional DM-50 microphone, see p. 71.

• Be careful when using long microphones as they may extend into the frame.

• You can monitor the sound while recording by setting the AV/headphone

terminal to headphones ( 31) and attaching stereo headphones to the H terminal.

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

The camcorder has an automatic wind screen to prevent wind noise from interfering with the sound track. Make sure it’s off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible. Use the wind screen when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings.

VCR SET UP

WIND SCREEN••OFF

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This is useful when you want to include yourself in the picture when recording movies or still photographs.

1. Press the self-timer button on the body of the camcorder

the SELF TIMER button on the wireless controller.

• SELF-T appears in the display.

• To have the subject monitor recording, rotate the LCD panel 180° ( 26).

2. Press the start/stop button.

• The camcorder starts to record after a 10-second countdown period (or after 2 seconds when you use the wireless controller). The time remaining counts down in the display (e.g. “5 SEC”).

• SELF-T disappears from the display when recording begins.

3. Press the start/stop button to end recording.

2. Press a PHOTO button on the camcorder body or the wireless controller.

• The camcorder automatically adjusts the focus 2 seconds before the

countdown is complete. The F mark flashes white then turns green after the focus and exposure are set. If you are using the wireless controller, the F mark starts flashing immediately after you press the PHOTO button.

• The camcorder takes the picture for approximately 6 seconds (8 seconds in

SP or LP recording mode)

For stills

For movies

Setting the Self-Timer

START

/STOP

PHOTO

SELF

TIMER

PLAY(VCR)

OWE

PLAY(VCR)

CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

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Notes:

• To cancel the self-timer before the countdown has begun, press the SELF TIMER button.

• To cancel the self-timer once the countdown has begun, press the SELF TIMER button, start/stop if you’re shooting movies, or PHOTO if you’re taking a still image.

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Using the VL-3 Video Light (optional)

1. Slide the Video Light onto the accessory shoe and tighten with the shoe lock.

• Slide in the direction of the arrow on the bottom of the Video Light until it

clicks securely into place.

• Make sure that the light does not come disconnected when turning the shoe

lock.

2. Set the camcorder to TAPE CAMERA mode or CARD CAMERA mode.

3. Turn the Video Light’s power switch to AUTO or ON.

• (Connection) appears in the display.

• ON: The Video Light stays on.

• AUTO: The Video Light turns on/off automatically according to the level of

brightness of the shooting conditions.

• When the Video Light is set to AUTO, it will not turn itself on/off while the camcorder is recording a still picture, even if the brightness of the surroundings changes.

Caution:

• Be careful not to touch the bulb or the surrounding area during or immediately after use; it becomes very hot. Keep the Video Light away from flammable or plastic materials.

• Do not look directly at the bulb while the Video Light is on.

• Never carry the camcorder holding the Video Light.

When recording in dark rooms, attach the Video Light to the camcorder’s advanced accessory shoe. The Video Light is powered by the same power source as the camcorder. Also refer to the VL-3 Video Light instructions.

Turn the camcorder’s power off before attaching/removing the Video Light.

OCK

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The highly sensitive Directional Stereo Microphone DM-50 has been designed exclusively for camcorders equipped with an advanced accessory shoe . It is powered by the camcorder’s power supply. Use during cassette recording or audio dubbing ( 91).

Refer to the DM-50’s instructions for further details.

Turn the camcorder’s power off before attaching/removing the microphone.

1. Slide the microphone onto the accessory shoe and tighten with the shoe lock.

• Slide in the direction of the arrow on the bottom of the microphone until it

clicks securely into place.

• Make sure that the microphone does not come disconnected when turning

the shoe lock.

2. Set the camcorder to TAPE CAMERA mode.

• (Connection) appears in the display.

3. Set the microphone’s directivity switch.

SHOTGUN: Clearly picks up sound arriving from the front of the microphone

(monaural).

STEREO1: Picks up sound arriving from the front of, as well as sound

surrounding the microphone.

STEREO2: Picks up sound surrounding the microphone in a wider range than

STEREO 1.

Notes:

• Never carry the camcorder holding the microphone.

• Do not use any other external microphones while the DM-50 is connected to the

advanced accessory shoe.

Using the DM-50 Microphone (optional)

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Using AE Shift

By controlling the level of the automatic exposure (AE) function, you can lighten or darken the image slightly. This allows you to compensate for backlit, overexposed scenes.

AE SHIFT

Make sure the program selector is set to Q.

1. Press the selector dial in and select any recording program other than Spotlight or Sand & Snow from the program menu.

2. Press the AE SHIFT button.

• eAE appears light blue.

3. Turn the selector dial to choose your desired level.

• Levels are from –2 to +2, in 0.25 intervals (excluding –1.75 and +1.75).

• The higher the setting, the brighter the image.

CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

Notes:

• You cannot adjust the exposure without the e mark before AE in the display. Push the AE SHIFT button so that e appears before AE. Then you can adjust the exposure manually.

• You cannot adjust the AE Shift when the camcorder is set to [ (Easy Recording), the Spotlight recording program or the Sand & Snow recording program.

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1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode.

2. Press the selector dial in and choose AUTO from the program

menu.

3. Open the menu and select CAM.SET UP.

4. Select SHUTTER.

5. Press the selector dial in to select the desired shutter speed.

• Only shutter speeds up to 1/250 are available when using a memory card.

6. Close the menu.

Concerning shooting in fluorescent lighting

When the camcorder is set to [ (Easy Recording) or the Auto recording program, it automatically detects the flicker of fluorescent lighting and adjusts the shutter speed to compensate. However, if the brightness of the LCD or viewfinder display starts to flicker, make sure the camcorder is set to the Auto recording program and select the 1/100 shutter speed.

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Set the shutter speed manually to take stable shots of quickly moving subjects.

TAPE

AUTO

1/60 1/100 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 1/4000 1/8000

CARD

AUTO

1/60 1/100 1/250

slower

faster

CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

Setting the Shutter Speed

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Guidelines for shooting using high shutter speeds

• When shooting with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, do not shoot the sun directly.

Recommended shutter speeds when shooting:

• People doing outdoor sports such as golf or tennis

• Moving cars or trains or other rapidly moving vehicles such as roller coasters

• People doing indoor sports such as basketball

1/2000 or 1/4000 (or 1/8000 to freeze the action even more clearly)

1/1000, 1/500 or 1/250

1/100

Notes:

• You are unable to set the shutter speed in any recording program other than AUTO. The SHUTTER display becomes set to ‘‘– – –.’’

• The image may not appear smooth when a high shutter speed is set.

• The camcorder returns to the auto shutter setting when you slide the program selector to [ (Easy Recording), or change the recording program.

• If you set the shutter speed to 1/500 or above in TAPE CAMERA mode and then switch the camcorder to CARD CAMERA mode, the shutter speed will automatically change to 1/250.

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Adjusting Focus Manually

REC

FOCUS

AE SHIFT

REC

Manual focus

Use the selector dial to set the focus.

• Turn the selector dial downward to move the focus farther away.

• Turn the selector dial upwards to bring the focus nearer.

Notes:

• You cannot adjust the focus without the e mark before M.FOCUS in the

display. Push the FOCUS button so that e appears before M.FOCUS. Then you can adjust the focus manually.

• The manual focus setting is canceled if you select the [ (Easy Recording)

program.

• When you are using the [ (Easy Recording) program, autofocus cannot be

turned off.

• See “Troubleshooting” on p. 129 for a list of subjects which may not be suitable

for autofocus.

Press the FOCUS button to turn off autofocus. The focus remains locked at the point set by autofocus. (eM.FOCUS appears in the display.) You can now adjust the focus manually with the selector dial. Press the FOCUS button again when you want to return to autofocus.

• If you zoom in on your subject after

turning off autofocus, it may not stay in focus. It is generally best to adjust the zoom first, and then the focus.

REC

FOCUS

AE SHIFT

REC

Focus lock

The camcorder can focus automatically. All you have to do is point it, and whatever is in the center of the display will usually be in sharp focus. If it does not seem to be focusing well, it may be because the subject is not suitable for autofocus.

You can use the manual focusing function for more control over focusing.

CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

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Setting the White Balance

1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode.

2. Open the menu and select CAM.SET UP.

3. Select WHITE BAL.

4. a) For the indoor, outdoor or auto settings, press the selector dial in

to choose the setting.

• T/U appears in the display when you set the white balance to

indoor/outdoor mode.

b) To set the white balance yourself, point the camcorder at a white

object (such as a sheet of paper) and zoom in until it fills the display. Then press the selector dial in to select SET

• Make sure to continue pointing the camcorder at the white object until you have finished setting the white balance.

• The W display flashes then remains lit.

• Depending on the light source, the flashing may at times continue. The result will remain better than with the auto setting and you can continue recording.

5. Close the menu.

The camcorder’s auto white balance system compensates for a wide range of lighting conditions. Although slight variations are unavoidable, colors will appear natural in virtually every situation.

In some cases, you will get better results by setting the white balance yourself, or using one of the two preset modes: T Indoor Mode

• Under halogen or studio/video lighting

• Subject is of one dominant color

• Close ups

U Outdoor mode

• In daylight, especially for closeups and where the subject is of one dominant color

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CAMERA

CARD

CAMERA

TAPE

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Setting the white balance manually will probably work better than auto white balance when shooting:

Subjects with one dominant color, such as sky, sea or forest

Close-ups

In rapidly changing lighting conditions

In places lit by certain types of fluorescent or mercury vapor lights

Notes:

• Turn the digital zoom off (if neccessary) to set a more accurate white balance.

• If you have set the white balance and lighting conditions change, reset the white balance.

• Try to record with light from a single source. Correct white balance cannot be obtained for two types of lighting at once.

• You cannot set the white balance or choose the indoor/outdoor mode when the program selector is set to the [ (Easy Recording) program.

• The white balance returns to the AUTO setting when you slide the program selector to [ (Easy Recording).

• When you turn the camcorder on, the white balance returns to AUTO. If you then switch the white balance to SET, the camcorder will remember your last setting.

• During normal outdoor shooting, setting to AUTO may provide better results.

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During TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode, the data code can be displayed or hidden while the camcorder is in play, slow or still mode.

Camcorder data may be displayed as “– – –” during fast forward, rewind, reverse playback, forward and reverse ×2 playback.

Press the DATA CODE button on the wireless controller. When using a cassette, press it while the camcorder is in play, slow or still mode.

• Press it once to display, once more to hide it.

A data code, containing the date and time the recording was made and other camcorder data (shutter speed and exposure settings) is automatically recorded on a special data section of the tape.

• Only the date and time appear in the data code when using a memory card.

Displaying Date, Time and Camcorder Data (Data Code)

To change the date and time combination, open the menu and select DISP.SET UP. Then select D/TIME SEL., set it to DATE, TIME or DATE & TIME and close the menu.

Selecting date/time

Select whether you want the date, the time, or both to show up on your data code display ( 79).

D/TIME SEL.•DATE & TIME

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PLAY

(VCR)

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

PLAY(VCR)

DATA

CODE

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You can also choose to display camcorder data (shutter speed and exposure settings) in cassette data codes.

To change, open the menu and select DISP.SET UP. Then select DATA CODE, set it to DATE/TIME, CAMERA DATA or CAM. & D/T and close the menu.

DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME

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Setting the data code

Notes:

• The data code will read “– – –” in the following situations:

– During playback of a blank section of tape. – If the tape was recorded before entering the date and time in the camcorder’s

memory. – If the tape was recorded on a camcorder without a data code function. – If noise or tape damage prevents the data code from being read.

• If a recording made on ZR30 MC is played back on a different DV camcorder, the data code may not be displayed correctly.

• The data code will appear in the display even if DISPLAYS ( 137) has been set to OFF through the menu.

Possible data code combinations for cassettes:

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

D/TIME SEL.

DATA CODE

(cassette only)

Date

Date/Time Camera data

F32

JAN. 1,2001

1/250

Date/Time & Camera data

F32 1/250 JAN. 1,2001

Time

Date & Time

12:00:00 AM

12:00 AM JAN. 1,2001

F32 1/250

F32 1/250 12:00:00 AM

F32 1/250 12:00 AM JAN. 1,2001

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Six-second auto date

The 6-second auto date appears for 6 seconds to mark the changeover of a day if the tape was being recorded at 12:00 midnight. It also appears for 6 seconds when you start playback and have the data code turned off. The 6-second auto date will adjust for any time zone changes you have indicated.

To turn the 6-second auto date on, open the menu and select DISP.SET UP. Then select 6SEC. DATE, set it to ON and close the menu.

Note:

• When 6SEC.DATE is turned on but DISPLAYS ( 137) is turned off, the 6second auto date will still appear for 6 seconds.

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Searching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search)

This allows you to move quickly through still pictures recorded anywhere on a tape (photo search) or between different days or areas of recording (date search) on a tape.

1. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to choose between photo/date search.

• PHOTO SEARCH or DATE SEARCH is shown in the display for 4

seconds.

2. Press the - and + buttons to move backwards or forwards through the still pictures or between different days of recording.

• Press once to move to the start of the previous/next still picture or day on

the tape.

• You can press more than once to move to the corresponding still picture or

day (up to a maximum of 10 times), e.g. press the + button 5 times to move forward 5 still pictures or days.

• PHOTO SEARCH/DATE SEARCH appears in the middle of the display

alongside the - or + mark and number to search through. You can change direction easily by pressing the button for the opposite direction.

Notes:

• Press 3 (stop) to stop mid-search.

• If you begin a search very close to the start of a recorded still picture during

photo search, the camcorder may skip straight past it.

• When you have set the area for the World Clock, date search also looks for the

change in date based on the adjusted time.

• A date/area cannot be identified if the total recording time on that day/area was

less than 1 minute.

• Date search playback may start just before or after the beginning of the located

section.

• If the data code is not displayed correctly you will not be able to operate the

date search correctly.

REW

PLAY

REMOTE SET

SEARCH SELECT

ZERO SET

MEMORY

AUDIO

DUB.

STOP

INSERT

PAUS E

SLOW

×2

+ /

– /

MER

PLAY(VCR)

OWE

PLAY

(VCR)

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Returning to a Pre-Marked Position

Use the wireless controller to mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback.

1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button on the wireless controller during playback at a point you want to return to later.

• The time code is replaced by a tape counter that is set to zero with the

indication.

• Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button once more to cancel the zero set

memory.

2. When you have finished playback, fast forward or rewind the tape. The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero set position.

• RTN1 or `RTN appears in the display.

• The tape counter with Âindication disappears from the display and the time

code reappears.

Notes:

• The zero set memory may not function correctly where there is a break between

recordings on the tape.

• You can also use zero set memory to mark a position on a tape in TAPE

CAMERA mode. When you then play back the tape, pressing rewind will take you back to the pre-marked position.

• If you remove the tape while the zero set memory is set, the memory is

canceled and the tape counter reverts to time code.

• The camcorder remembers your setting even if you turn it off and back on again

or move the program selector.

REW

PLAY

SEARCH SELECT

STOP

PAUS E

SLOW

×2

+ /– /

REMOTE SET

ZERO SET

MEMORY

AUDIO

DUB.

INSERT

AMER

PLAY(VCR)

OWE

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

CAMERA

TAPE

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Editing to a VCR

1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section you want to copy.

2. Start to play it back while you monitor the picture on the TV.

3. Start recording on the VCR as soon as the section you want to copy appears on the screen.

4. Pause the VCR at the end of the section you want to copy, then stop playback on the camcorder.

5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 until your edited recording is complete.

Note:

• The quality of the edited tape will be slightly lower than that of the original.

By connecting the camcorder to a VCR, you can edit your recordings in order to remove unwanted scenes — or combine different shots to create your own video productions.

1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR.

• See “Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 31.

2. Prepare the TV and VCR.

• Turn on the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector to VIDEO.

• Turn on the VCR, and set its input selector to LINE. Load a blank cassette,

and put the VCR in record pause mode.

• See your TV and VCR instruction manuals for details.

3. Turn the camcorder’s POWER switch to PLAY (VCR), and move the camcorder’s TAPE/CARD switch to TAPE. Load your recorded cassette.

The m terminal allows you to connect the camcorder to equipment. Some buttons on editing equipment may operate differently from those on the camcorder.

Preparations

Editing

m (LANC) terminal

Notes:

• m (LANC) is a trademark. It stands for Local Application Control Bus System.

• We cannot guarantee the results when connecting to equipment not bearing the

LANC m symbol.

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REW

PLAY

REC

PAUSE

SELECT

ZERO SET

MEMORY

AUDIO

DUB.

STOP

INSERT

PAUSE

SLOW

+ /

– /

×2

REC PAUSE (LINE-IN)

REC

FOCUS

AE SHIFT

REC

Digital video equipment fitted with the DV terminal lets you edit, copy and transfer data digitally, with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality. The DV terminal is for both line-in and line-out, since a single DV cable can handle data in both directions.

• If a digital VCR is connected and an anomalous signal is sent from the VCR,

the images recorded on the tape may also be anomalous (although it may not appear so on the TV image), or not recorded at all.

• You are unable to dub tapes recorded with the copyright protective signal.

Dubbing to/from a Cassette with Digital Video Equipment

Side with arrow

1. Connect the camcorder and the other digital device.

• Connect the Canon CV-150F DV cable (optional) with the sides of the plugs

marked with the arrows facing as shown above.

2. Prepare the other device.

• Turn on the power and load a recorded cassette.

3. Turn the camcorder’s POWER switch to PLAY (VCR), and move the camcorder’s TAPE/CARD switch to TAPE.

• DV IN appears in the display.

4. Load a blank cassette.

Example dubbing to the camcorder

Preparations

: Signal flow

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Editing

Certain pre-recorded software tapes are copyright protected. If you try to play back such a cassette, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED” appears in the display for a few seconds and then the camcorder displays a blank blue screen; you cannot view the contents of the cassette. If you try to record from such a tape via the digital cable “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED” appears in the display; you cannot record the contents of the tape.

1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section

you want to copy and set it to playback pause mode.

2. Press the camcorder’s REC PAUSE button.

• The camcorder enters record pause mode.

3. Start playback on the other digital device while you monitor the

picture.

4. Press the pause button.

• Recording starts.

5. When you get to the point where you want to stop recording, press

the stop button or the pause button.

• Recording stops.

6. Stop playback on the other device.

Notes:

• If the cable is not connected properly, or if the cable is unconnected when you

press REC PAUSE, the camcorder displays the caution ‘‘CHECK THE DV INPUT.’’An anomalous image may also flash onto the screen.

• Blanks between recordings on the playback tape are recorded as anomalous

images on the tape that is being recorded to.

• During DV dubbing you cannot add digital effects.

Dubbing

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Recording from a VCR, TV or Analog Camcorder

(Analog Line-in)

You can record a video played on your VCR or analog camcorder (for digital camcorders, see p. 84) or a TV program onto a tape in the ZR30 MC, if the TV or other device has audio/video outputs.

• If an anomalous signal is sent from the TV or VCR, the images recorded on the

tape may also be anomalous (although it may not appear so on the TV image), not recorded at all, or COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED may appear in the display.

• You are unable to dub tapes recorded with the copyright protective signal.

1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR, TV or other camcorder.

2. Prepare the device. (Example connecting to the VCR)

• Set the TV/Video selector on the television to Video. For further details, see

“Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 31.

• Turn on the VCR. Load your recorded cassette, and put the VCR in playback

pause mode.

• See your TV and VCR instruction manuals for details.

3. Turn the camcorder’s POWER switch to PLAY (VCR), and move the camcorder’s TAPE/CARD switch to TAPE.

4. Load a blank cassette.

Preparations

S-150 S-video Cable

STV-250N Stereo Video Cable

: Signal flow

You cannot use headphones while doing analog line-in recording. If you have the AV/headphones terminal set to headphones, it will automatically switch to AV for analog line-in recording. PHONES disappears from the display.

REC

FOCUS

AE SHIFT

REC PAUSE (LINE-IN)

OUTPUT

S(S1)-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

IN/OUT

MIC

IN/OUT IN/OUT

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1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section you want to copy and set it to playback pause mode.

2. Press the REC PAUSE button.

• S-video and AV IN/OUT terminals work as input terminals.

• The camcorder enters record pause mode.

3. Start playback on the other device or turn on the TV to see the desired program while you monitor the picture.

4. Press the pause button.

• Recording starts.

5. When you get to the point where you want to stop recording, press the stop button or the pause button.

• Recording stops.

6. Stop playback on the other device.

Note:

• You can monitor the picture in the viewfinder or LCD.

Dubbing

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Recording Over Existing Scenes (AV Insert Editing)

OUTPUT

VIDEO

S(S1)-VIDEO

AUDIO

IN/OUT IN/OUT

IN/OUT

MIC

You can insert new scenes from your VCR or other camcorder onto your prerecorded tape using the ZR30 MC’s analog line-in or DV in terminals. Original video and audio will be replaced with the new video and audio.

REW

PLAY

REMOTE SET

SEARCH SELECT

ZERO SET

MEMORY

AUDIO

DUB.

STOP

INSERT

PAUSE

SLOW

+ /

– /

×2

The video and audio of the new scene replace that of the old.

The playback tape

Before inserting

After inserting

The tape in the camcorder

Side with arrow

S-150 S-video Cable

STV-250N Stereo Video Cable

Insert start point

Insert end point

Scene to be inserted

: Signal flow

Make sure the AV/headphone terminal is set to AV through the menu ( 31). If PHONES appears in the display, switch the terminal.

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TV:

You cannot insert AV from a TV program with anomalous synchronized signals, such as when the program itself received poor signals.

The tape in the camcorder:

When using the ZR30 MC’s AV insert function, only record to tapes recorded in SP mode with continuously recorded time codes. If there are non-recorded portions or portions recorded in a mode other than SP mode on the tape, recording will stop.

The playback tape:

Use only tapes without non-recorded portions. If there are non-recorded portions or changes in the recording mode, you may not be able to insert AV correctly. You cannot insert AV in the following cases:

• The playback tape has been poorly recorded.

• During special playback: fast forward playback, rewind playback or slow

playback etc. (analog only).

1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR.

2. Prepare the VCR and TV.

• Set the TV/Video selector on the television to Video. For further details, see “Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 31.

• Turn on the VCR and load a recorded cassette.

• See your TV and VCR instruction manuals for details.

3. Turn the camcorder’s POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) and load a recorded cassette.

• Make sure the REC/SAVE tab on the cassette has been slid to REC (closed

position).

4. Move the camcorder’s TAPE/CARD switch to TAPE.

Example recording from a VCR

Preparations

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1. On the VCR, locate a point 3 seconds before the scene to be inserted. Set the VCR to playback pause mode.

2. On the camcorder, press PLAY and locate the recording start point. Set the camcorder to playback pause mode.

• You can use the playback buttons on the body of the camcorder or the

special playback functions on the wireless controller in the same way as in playback mode.

3. Press the AV INSERT button.

• AV INSERT and 2a appear in the display.

4. Play back the cassette in the VCR.

5. To start inserting, press the PAUSE button on the camcorder.

• 2a changes to 2.

6. To stop inserting, press the STOP button on the camcorder.

• Inserting stops and AV INSERT disappears from the display. The camcorder

returns to stop mode.

• If instead of pressing STOP you press PAUSE, the camcorder returns to the

AV insert pause mode.

• If you set the zero set memory at the position on the tape where you want to

stop inserting, every time you return to that point, the camcorder will cancel its AV inserting and enter stop mode.

7. Stop playback on the VCR.

Editing

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Audio Dubbing

OUTPUT

AUDIO

IN/OUT

MIC

You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape from audio products (AUDIO IN) or with the internal or external microphone (MIC. IN). The original sound will not be erased. For best results, add sound to tapes that have been recorded with this camcorder in SP mode with 12-bit sound. If there are non-recorded portions on the tape, or portions recorded in a mode other than SP mode, or with 16-bit or 12-bit, 4-channel sound, dubbing will stop. If your tape hasn’t been recorded in SP mode with 12-bit sound, we recommend dubbing your original tape onto a blank tape using the ZR30 MC’s analog line-in function, then dubbing audio onto the new tape. Make absolutely sure to set the audio mode of the new tape to 12-bit and the recording mode to SP.

To connect other audio equipment:

• Make sure the AV/headphone terminal is set to AV through the menu ( 31). If PHONES appears in the display, switch the terminal.

Notes:

• Do not use the yellow video terminal.

• The AV terminal doesn’t put out any video, so connect the S-video terminals and check your TV, or check the LCD or the viewfinder as you add new sound. Always check the new sound with the speaker.

To connect an external microphone:

STV-250N Stereo Video Cable

An audio device (i. e. CD player)

: Signal flow

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1. Open the menu and select VCR SET UP.

2. Select AUDIO DUB.

3. Select AUDIO IN or MIC. IN and close the menu.

AUDIO DUB.••AUDIO IN VCR SET UP

( 37)

REW

PLAY

REMOTE SET

SEARCH SELECT

ZERO SET MEMORY

AUDIO

DUB.

STOP

INSERT

PAUSE

SLOW

+ /

– /

×2

OFF

PLAY(VCR)

Do not connect/disconnect any cables to/from the camcorder when dubbing audio or preparing to dub audio.

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

Preparations

Dubbing

Turn the camcorder’s POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) and move the camcorder’s TAPE/CARD switch to TAPE. Load a recorded cassette.

• Make sure the REC/SAVE tab on the cassette has been slid to REC (closed position).

Notes:

• When using an external microphone \ Connect it to the microphone

terminal.

When using the DM-50 microphone \ Make sure nothing is connected to

the microphone terminal.

When using the built-in microphone \ Make sure nothing is connected to

either the microphone terminal or the accessory shoe.

• To use your TV to monitor video, connect the S-video terminal ( 32) or the AV terminal (use only the video plug) to your TV. You can monitor the sound with headphones only when using the S-video terminal ( 31).

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4. Locate the point where you want to start audio dubbing, then press the PAUSE button.

• You can use the playback buttons on the body of the camcorder or the special

playback functions on the wireless controller in the same way as in playback mode.

• The camcorder becomes set to playback pause mode.

5. Press AUDIO DUB.

• AUDIO DUB. and appear on the display.

• If you have the DM-50 microphone (optional) attached, (Connection)

appears in the display.

6. Press the PAUSE button (and start play on the other audio device if AUDIO IN).

• Audio dubbing starts.

• If MIC. IN, direct your voice into the microphone.

• changes to .

7. When you get to the point where you want to stop dubbing, press the STOP button (and then stop play on the other audio device if AUDIO IN).

• Audio dubbing stops and AUDIO DUB. disappears from the display.

• The camcorder returns to stop mode.

• You can also set zero set memory ( 82) at the place you want to stop

audio dubbing, then every time you return to that position, audio dubbing will cancel.

• If instead of pressing STOP you press PAUSE, the camcorder will return to

the playback pause mode.

Notes:

• You cannot use the DV terminal while adding sound.

• You might want to adjust the audio mix ( 94) when playing back a tape with

added sound.

• There may be a loss of sound quality if you add sound to a tape recorded on a

camcorder other than the ZR30 MC.

• After adding sound 3 or more times to the same place on a tape, there may be

some loss in sound quality.

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Setting the Audio Mix

AUDIO

MONITOR

MIX

BALANCE

ST-1

ST-2

MER

PLAY(VCR)

OWE

When you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode, you can set the audio output to play: stereo 1 (the original sound), stereo 2 (any new sound, dubbed to the tape after recording), or mix the balance between the two.

• Audio from the 16-bit mode only contains stereo 1 sound and so you cannot/do not need to select the audio mix. The same is true for the 12-bit stereo 1 mode, unless new sound has been added post-recording.

Choose the output.

• Press AUDIO MONITOR on the wireless controller.

• Starting with the last selected setting, 4 settings appear as you push the button: – STEREO1 for just stereo 1. – STEREO2 for just stereo 2. – MIX/FIXED for an equal mix of stereo 1 and 2. – MIX/VARI. (mix variable) for when you want to mix the balance between

stereo 1 and 2.

• To simply choose STEREO1, STEREO2 or MIX/FIXED, make sure your choice appears on the display.

• If you choose MIX/VARI., you can go on to mix the balance.

• Use the ST-1/ST-2 keys to mix the balance. A bar showing the mix appears on the screen for 4 seconds.

Note:

• When you have chosen the output, STEREO1, STEREO2, MIX/FIXED or MIX/VARI. is shown in the top left of the display for a few seconds. If you turn the power off the output is set to STEREO1.

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

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When you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels, you can change the output channels of that sound.

1. Load a tape recorded with multiple-channel audio.

2. Open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then select OUTPUT CH, set it to the desired setting and close the menu.

• Refer to the following list.

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

Selecting audio output channels

Tape recorded on multiple channels

main + sub

main only

sub only

OUTPUT CH setting

L/R

L/L

R/R

Played back sound

Tape recorded with stereo sound

L+R channels

L channel only

R channel only

OUTPUT CH•••L/RVCR SET UP

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By using a DV cable and connecting the camcorder to a PC equipped with a DV terminal conforming to IEEE 1394/DV compatible capture board, you can transfer images taken with the camcorder to your PC.

• While connected, it is recommended that you power your camcorder from a household power socket using the power adapter.

• Turn off the power of both the camcorder and the PC before connecting.

• Optional software necessary.

Note:

• Operation may not work correctly, depending on the software you are using, and the specifications of your PC and its settings.

Connecting to a PC

IN/OUT

DV Cable (commercially available)

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Using a Memory Card

The camcorder can take, store and manage still images on 2 types of memory cards: the MultiMediaCard (supplied with the camcorder) or an SD Memory Card (commercially available). The MultiMediaCard is an ultra-small, ultra-light media that can record still images. About the same size as a MultiMediaCard, the SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card has a large capacity for recording still images, and fits into the same slot as the MultiMediaCard.

You can do the following with a memory card:

• Record still images ( 101)

• View still images 3 ways: Single ( 105), Slide show ( 106), Index screen ( 106)

• Select the quality of images recorded on the card ( 98)

• Protect important images against accidental erasure ( 107)

• Erase ( 108) and print mark ( 115) still images

• Create interesting effects by combining images ( 110)

• Record a still image from a cassette ( 103)

• Copy multiple still images automatically to and from a cassette ( 113, 114)

You can use most of the camcorder’s functions when recording to a memory card, such as the various recording programs ( 55), self-timer ( 68), shutter speed ( 73), white balance ( 76) and other manual adjustments. Available functions are marked with the + or + icons.

2 While the camcorder is recording the still image, appears red* in the

display.

• While appears red in the display, do not remove the memory card or disconnect the power source. Doing so could result in data damage.

2 While the camcorder is retrieving a still image, appears green* in the

display.

• While appears green in the display, do not remove the memory card. Doing so could result in data damage.

* It appears white when in mirror mode and on the screen of a connected TV.

<<<<

>>>>

PLAY (VCR)

CARD

CAMERA

CARD

Memory Card Introduction

MultiMediaCard MMC-8M

Terminals

Front

MultiMediaCard MMC-8M

Back

Important

• Inserting or removing the memory card without first setting the POWER switch to OFF can result in data damage.

• This camcorder uses only MultiMediaCards or SD Memory Cards( **). You cannot use any other types of memory cards.

** logo is a trademark.

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Selecting the recording image quality

Select the quality of a still image to be recorded.

QUALITY•••••FINE

CARD SET UP

( 37)

To change the image quality to standard, open the menu and select

CARD SET UP. Then select QUALITY, set it to STANDARD and close the menu.

Inserting and removing the memory card

ltiM

1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.

2. Open the memory card compartment cover in the direction of the arrow.

3. Insert or remove the memory card.

• Push the memory card all the way in.

• Remove the memory card by pushing the card in and letting it spring out.

4. Close the cover.

Notes:

• When you set the camcorder to CARD PLAY (VCR) mode, the last image

recorded appears. If there are no images recorded on the memory card, NO IMAGES appears in the display.

• Do not touch the memory card terminals.

Do not attempt to pull the memory card out without first pushing it in.

CAMERA

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

ltiM

-8

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FINE Approx. 124 KB

...save high quality images,

print out, etc.

Approx. 60 images

Image

quality

Necessary memory

per image

Use when you want to...

Number of images

per 8MB MMC*

STANDARD Approx. 70 KB Approx. 105 images

* These figures are approximate. The actual number you will be able to record

varies depending on the images. Remember that the sample images already recorded on the supplied MultiMediaCard are included in the total number.

• The number of images that can still be recorded on a memory card may sometimes decrease by 2 images at once.

• Refer to p. 140 for the memory card displays.

Notes:

• Depending on the image you are recording, sometimes there will be no difference in image quality between settings.

• Images are compressed and recorded in the JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format.

• The number of pixels is 640 × 480 (VGA) in both FINE and STANDARD modes.

...attach images to Emails,

include them in your own

home page, etc.

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File numbers

1 CONTINUOUS

Numbering is continuous between cards, so that the first file number assigned on a new memory card is 1 more than the last file number assigned on the previous memory card. When the file numbers are set to CONTINUOUS, each image taken is assigned a different number, avoiding duplication of numbers. This is convenient when you want to manage your images on a PC. We recommend keeping the file numbers set to CONTINUOUS.

2 RESET

Each time you insert a new memory card, the file number resets to its default value (101-0101). If the card already contains files, the next available number is assigned.

FILE NOS.•••CONTINUOUS

CARD SET UP

( 37)

To change the file numbering, open the menu and select CARD SET UP. Then select FILE NOS., set it to RESET and close the menu.

Set the image file numbers so that they reset each time a new memory card is inserted, or so that they count up continuously.

The images you take are automatically assigned file numbers from 0001-9900 and stored in folders of 100 images each. Each folder is numbered from 100 to 998 and recorded on the memory card. Sample images have been pre-recorded on the supplied MultiMediaCard, entering folder number 100.

101-0101

101

101-0102

101-0103

101-0104

101

101-0101

101

Three images are recorded on the card.

When you change the card and take a picture.

CAMERA

CARD

PLAY

(VCR)

TAPE

Canon ZR30MC Instruction Manual

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