Canon ZR80A Owner’s Manual

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Important Usage Instructions

WARNING:

Digital Video Camcordel] ZR90/ZR85/ZR80 systems

This device complies with Pa_ 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (I) This device may not cause harmful intelference, and (2) this device must accept any intelference received,

including intelference that may cause undesired opelation. 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 plotection against harmful inteffelence in a residential installation. This equipment genelates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful intelference to radio

communications. Howevel] there is no guarantee that interfelence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful inteffelence to radio ol television reception, which can be detelmined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to tly to correct the intelference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient ol relocate the receiving antenna.

• increase the separation between the equipment and receivel.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a cilcuit diffelent from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consuk the dealer or an experienced radio_V technician for help. Use o1 shielded cable is requiled to comply with class B limits in Subpart B o1 Part 15 o1 FCC Rules.

Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes ol modifications should be made, you could be requiled to stop operation of the equipment.

Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 1I042, U.S.A.

Tel No. (516)328-5600

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

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.

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

INSERT.

Important Warning

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR

BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFERSERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERV CE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is

intended to alert the usel 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 ]iterature accompanying

the product.

In these safety instructions the word "product" 10. refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder E

ZR90/ZR85/ZR80 A and all its accessories.

1. Read Instructions -- All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

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

for future reference.

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

should be adhered to.

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

followed.

5. Cleaning-- Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product should be cleaned only as recommended in

this manual.

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

be hazardous.

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

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

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

water or in rainy/moist situations. 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.

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

from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. Regarding other power sources such as battery power, refer to instructions in this manual.

11.

Polarization --The CA-570 Compact Power Adapter is equipped with apolarized 2- prong plug (a plug having one blade wider

than the other).

The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the o

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. Payparticular 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/ NFPANo. 70 1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the leadqn wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna

discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure 1.

Fig. 1 B_ "'_

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

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

outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will

prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

15. Overloading -- Do not overload wall outlets

and extension cords as this can result in a

risk of fire or electric shock.

16. Objects and Liquid Entry Never push

objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch

dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.

Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind

onto the product.

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

covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

18.

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

damaged.

b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or

objects have fallen into, the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain

or wateE

d. If the product does not operate normally

even if you follow the operating

instructions. Adjust only those controls

that are covered by the operation

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

qualified technician to restore the

product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the product exhibits a distinct

change in performance. This indicates a

need for service.

19. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that

are specified by Canon or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

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

operating order.

When replacement of power supply isrequired, pleasereturn it to the

responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same

type number CA-570.

Adapter

For areas where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug

IThe be used with between 100 and 240 V AC.

adapter. Contact your nearest Canon Service Center for further information.

Use only CSA!UL Certified power supply cord set, Polarized, Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum No. 18 AWG copper, rated 125 or 250 V, minimum ,P A, minimum 6 ft (1.8 m), maximum 10 ft (3 m)long.

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power

supply

Using this Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Canon ZR90/ZR85/ZR80. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference.

Change the display language before you begin (_ 76).

Sym bol and Re_erence Used i ! hi M anu aI........................................................................................................................................

9 _ : Precautions related to the camcorder operation.

:b _ :Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. :b [_] : Reference page number. :b Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller

(ZRgO!ZR85).

:b [ ] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen.

0 "Screen" refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.

:b Please note that the illustrations mainly refer to the ZRgO.

Setting the Time Zone_ Date and Time

Operating modes (see below) Menu item and its default setting.

Button and switches to be operated

Operating Mode POWER Switch

CAMERA CAMERA

PLAY (VCR) PLAY (VCR)

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Trademark Acknowledgements

• Canon and Bubble Jetare registered trademarks of Canon Inc.

• _i',l]_'risa trademark.

• ._'_P is a trademark.

• Window€ _is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and!or other countries.

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

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

Table of Contents

Introduction

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

Important Safety Instructions ............................................................... 3

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

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

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

Basic Functions

Preparations

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

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

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

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

Setting tile Time Zone, Date and Time .................................................. 21

Recording

Recording Movies on a Tape ............................................................. .24

Recording Still Images on a Tape ......................................................... .29

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

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

Playback

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

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

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

Advanced Functions

Menus and Settings ..................................................................................................... .39

Recording

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

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

Skin Detail Function ...................................................................................................... 50

Adjusting the AE Shift .................................................................................................. 51

Adjusting the Focus Manually .................................................................................... 52

Setting the White Balance ......................................................................................... .54

Setting the Shutter Speed ........................................................................................... .56

Using the Self-Timer ...................................................................................................... 58

Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) ..................................................................... .59

Audio Recording ......................................................................................................... .60

Using Digital Effects ..................................................................................................... .62

Playback

Magnifying the image ................................................................................................. .69

Displaying the Data Code ........................................................................................... .?0

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

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

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

Photo Search/Date Search ............................................... .74

OtherFunctions

CustomizingtheCamcorder........................................................................................75

ChangingtheDisplayLanguage................................................................................76

ChangingtheRemoteSensorMode................................................77

OtherCamcorderSettings..........................................................................................78

Editing

RecordingtoaVCRorDigitalVideoDevice............................................................80

RecordingfromAnalogVideoDevices0v'CR,TV or Camcorder) .......................... 82

Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) .............................................. 83

Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) ........ 84

Replacing Existing Scenes (AV Insert) ................................................ 86

Audio Dubbing .................................................................................... 88

Connecting to a Computer Using a DV (IEEE1394) Cable ...................................... 91

Using a Memory Card

Inserting and Removing a Memory Card .................................................................. 92

Selecting the Image Quality/Size ................................................................................ 93

File Numbers .................................................................................................................. 95

Recording Still Images on a Memory Card ................................................................ 96

Reviewing a Still Image Right after Recording ...................................................... 100

Recording Motion JPEG Movies on a Memory Card .............................................. 101

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

Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode) ................................................ 104

Playing Back a Memory Card .................................................................................... 106

Protecting Images ...................................................................................................... 109

Erasing Images ............................................................................................................ 110

Combining Images (Card Mix) .................................................................................. 111

Copying Still Images .................................................................................................... 115

Formatting a Memory Card ...................................................................................... 117

Connecting to a Computer Using a USt3 Cable ...................................................... 118

Creating a Start-up Image ........................................................................................ 119

Direct Printing

Printing Still Images .................................................................................................... 120

Selecting the Print Settings (Paper/Style) ................................................................ 123

Printing with Print Order Settings ............................................................................ 126

Additional Information

Screen Displays ............................................................................................................ 128

List of Messages .......................................................................................................... 131

Maintenance/Others .................................................................................................. 134

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 140

System Diagram ........................................................................................................ 143

Optional Accessories .................................................................................................. 144

Specifications .............................................................................................................. 147

Index ............................................................................................................................ 149

Checking Supplied Accessories

Lens Cap and Lens Lithium Button Cap Cord Battery CR1616

CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord)

WbD82 Wireless Controller

DIGITAL VIDEO

SOLUTION DISK

For Windows For Macintosh

STV-250N Stereo

Video Cable

Two AA (R6) Batteries

SS-900Shoulder Strap BP-508 Battery Pack

SDC-8M SD Memory Card (containing

sample images)

IFC-300PCU USB Cable

WA-30.5 Wide Attachment

The serial number of this product can be found on the underside of the viewfinden

Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a

permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft. Date of Purchase: Model Name: ZR90/ZR85/ZR80 A

Purchased From: Serial No.: Dealer Address: Dealer Phone No.:

Components Guide

ZRgO!ZRSS!ZRSO E

REC SEARCH + button (_28) / ...................

I_1_ (fast forward) button _334)/ CARD + button* (1_106)

RECSEARCH- button (12_28)/_

[_J (record review) button (E:_28) /

414 (rewind) button (11333)/ CARD- button* (El3106)

Built-in speaker([:_335)

LCD screen (1_324)

f FOCUS button (_352) /

....... NIGHT MODE button ([_I349) /

_/11 (play/pause) button (ED33)

• (stop) button (13333)

OPEN button (13324) BATT, RELEASE button (1:_313)

compartment (_317)

attachment unit

(E313)

ram selector ([_g]47)

Easy recording 1

Program AE

Memory card slot* (_92)

\ ,

DIGITAL /

EFFECTS ON/OFF | .............................................CHARGE indicator (1"r113)/

buttonDIGITAL(I::[:I65)EFFECTS.........................{_ )_( _!!_ ..................................| Card access indicator* (11396)

(self-timer) ......................._ _'J ENDSEARCN

button (ED58) / ®/OATACCOE _ ............................AE SHIFT button (_351) /

DATA CODE END SEARCH button (_72) button ({_70) CARD MIX button* (1_112) /

_ _ DIGITAL EFFECTS

_ A[ SHIFT/ I ON/OFF butt°n (t_65)

CARDMIX/[:_I/ C_I (stitch assist) button* (1:_3104)/ 5[IDESHOW/

RECPAUSE SLIDE SHOW button* ([_107) /

) _ .......................................SET dial (_39)

REC PAUSE button (1_ 82)

MENU button (1_339)

(r_l 3)

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* ZR90/ZR85 only.

..........D optr c adjustment

I_ _/i' I .... (1_18) / PHOTO button (_29, 96)

|_x__k._<<<<<<<<<_i/_ Serial number , Accessory shoe (I::D 145)

/ Lvlew,lnderprotect

| _/_'%_ _ ..............Zoonl I .... (E_ 30)

Viewfinder (_:] 18) .............................

Strap ....... t (m19) ............... i :,'""_ ...... _ory card

...................TAPE/CARD switch * nq 5

• 1

_tar_stopbutton 7!{

(1_124,101)

_ - Stra mount rrll9

I_ower switch (1:_ 5)................................................................. "........ P ( )

_ CAMERA

* ZR90/ZR85 only,

OFF Cassette compartment (_:116)

PLAY(VCR] • .....Cassette compartment

...... Grip belt 1_118

cover (1"_ 16)

Assist lamp (White LED)** (Q:]49)

Remote sensor*(l_ 20)

Stereo microphone (_60)

(E_337)

o Q.

(phones) terminal

(_3S, 61)

AVtermna 36 J

USB terminal*(C_118, 120) ...............

* ZR90/ZR85 only. ** ZR90 only,

Bottom view

Tripod socket (m32)

(1:_]80, 91)

_ WL-D82 Wireless Controller

':_: Zoom buttons (rn30)

_2_'Select buttons (1:_ 39) _3_ PHOTO button (1:_29, 96)

:4_ START/STOP button (1:1324, 101) _' _ SELF T. button (1:_ 58)

6_ D. EFFECTS button, ON/OFF button ([::[365) _7_ TV SCREEN button (1:_ 128)

8_ DATA CODE button (E[370) _9_' _/,_ buttons (E_74)

_ SEARCH SELECT button (rn74) _' ZERO SET MEMORY button (_:] 73)

_ 12bit AUDIO OUT button (1:_ 89) _ AUDIO DUB. button (m88) _ REC PAUSE button (rn82) _5_ AV INSERT button (IT186)

_ AV _ DV button (1:_ 84)

lg REMOTE SET button (m 77) _: Transmitter

_: MENU button (E[339) _2(_ SET button (12_39)

_2!) CARD -/+ buttons ([:[3106) _ SLIDE SHOW button ( _ 107) _ REW_button (m33) _24 PLAY • button (1_ 33)

_25 FF _button (1:_34) }_ --/_111button (_:] 34) _' STOPIIbutton (1:_ 33)

_ +/111_ button (rT] 34) _ PAUSE II button (1:_ 34) _?! SLOW I_ button (1:[334) _!) x2 button ([:I334)

Preparing the Power Supply

ASta_hi,,ng the Battery Pack E

1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.

2. Move the viewfinder upward.

3. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.

• Remove the terminal cover of the battery

pack.

• Presslightly and slideit in the direction of

the arrow until it dicks.

1. Connect the power cord to the _ adapter. _

2. Plug the power cord into a power D¢ INterminal _" outlet.

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

The CHARGEindicator starts flashing. It glows steadily when charging is complete.

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

5. Remove the battery pack after use. Pressthe BATE RELEASEbutton to remove the battery.

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Using a Household Power Source

1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.

2. Connect the power cord to the power adapter.

3. Plug the power cord into a power outlet.

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

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

adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable.

:b Do not connect any products that are not expressly recommended to the

camcorder's DC INterminal or to the power adapter.

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

malfunction.

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

pack. The battery pack may not be charged correctly even if the CHARGE indicator glows steady. The battery pack may also not be charged correctly when a power outage occurs during charging. Remove the battery pack and

attach it back to the camcorder.

:b The battery pack may be defective when the CHARGEindicator flashes rapidly. O The CHARGE indicator informs you about the charge status.

0-50%: Flashesonce every second

More than 50%: Flashestwice every second 100%: Glows steadily

O Charging, Recording and Playback Times

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

playback conditions.

Charging Time 110min. 120rain. 150min. 210min. 310min. Max. Recording Viewfinder 125 min. 225 min. 260 min. 455 rain. 730 rain.

Time LCD 85 min. 155 min. 180 min. 320 min. 520 min. Typical Recording Viewfinder 65 min. 125 min. 145 rain. 255 min. 405 min.

Time* LCD 45 min. 85 rain. 100 min. 175 min. 280 min. Playback Time 90 min. 170 min. 195 rain. 345 min. 550 min.

* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as starVstop, zooming,

power on/off. Actual time may be shorter.

BP-508 BP-512/ BP-514 BP-522 BP-535

BP-511

(Supplied) (Optional) (Optional) (Optional) (Optional)

• Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 41 °F and 104 °F(B °C and 40 °C).

• A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state• Unlike conventional battery packs, you do not need to completely use or discharge

it before charging•

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

think you might need.

• To conserve battery charge, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause mode.

Loading/Unloading a Cassette

Use only videocassettes marked with the _'_ logo.

1. Slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT switch and open the cassette compartment cover. The cassette compartment opens

automatically.

2. Load/unload the cassette.

• Load the cassettewith the window facing

the grip belt.

• Unload the cassette by pulling it straight

out.

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

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

Tape protecliin tab_,_f_l_ 0

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

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

:) Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover. If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be loaded/

unloaded even if the POWERswitch is set to OFF.

Installing the Backup Battery

The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time (_J 21) and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Power the camcorder from

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

1. Open the backup battery cover.

2. Insert the Hthiurn battery with the + side facing outward.

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3. Cmose the cover.

WARNING!

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212 °F (100 °© or incinerate the battery.

Replace the battery with a CR1616 made by Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Toshiba, Varta or Renata. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion.

(} Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other nleLa[tools as this will

cause a short circuit.

()Wipe the battery with a clean dry cloth to ensure proper contact. 0 Keep the battery out of reach of children. If it is swallowed, seek medical

assistance in/mediately. The battery case may break and the baLtery fluids may damage sLomach and intestines.

() Do not disasserrlb]e, heal or immerse tile battery in water to avoid the risk of

explosion.

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

Preparing the Camcorder

Adjusting the _iewfinder (Dioptr ¢ Adjustment)

1. Turn on the camcorder and keep

the LCD panel closed.

2. Pull out the viewfinder.

3. Adjust the diopter adjustment lever.

A_aching the Lens Cap....................................

1. Attach the cord to the lens cap.

2. Pass the grip belt through the loop

with the metal fitting on the cord.

Pressthe buttons on the lens cap when attaching/removing it. Hook the lenscap on the grip belt while you are recording, and

place it over the lens when you have finished.

Metal fitting

E_stening the Gr pBe t

Hold the camcorder with your right hand and adjust the belt with your

left.

Adjust the grip belt so that you can reachthe zoom lever and photo button with your index

finger, and the start/stop button with your thumb.

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

SS-900

Shoulder_

The WA-30.5 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views (0.6×). The wide attachment isfor use at maximum wide-angle.

Screw the wide attachment fully into the lens filter thread.

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

attachment. It could damage your eyesight.

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

wireless controller narrows), or may cause a shadow to appear on the picture when recording with a video light or the assist lamp (White LED).

O Filters cannot be used with the wide attachment. _) If dust accumulates on the wide attachment or on the camcorder lens, clean

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

Using the Wireless Controller

Point it at the camcorder's remote

sensor when you press the buttons.

Inserting Batteries

The wireless controller operates with two AA (R6) batteries.

1. Open the battery cover.

2. Insert the batteries following the + and - markings.

Replaceboth batteries.

3. Close the battery cover.

0 Camcorder and wireless controller are equipped with 2 remote sensor modes

(_ 77). If the wireless controller does not work, check if camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode.

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

subjected to strong light sources or direct sunlight.

Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time

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

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MENU([_339) SYSTEM )_ T.ZONE,' DST...N.Y.

1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.

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

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

The time zone setting appears (seetable on the next page). The default setting is New York.

4. Turn the SET dial to select the setting option that represents your time zone and press the SET dial.

Toadjust for daylight saving time, select the time zone with the _€next to the area.

Se,,$ting She Da$:e,,,,,and!ime

MENU(L_39) SYSTEM _ D,,T IME SET...JAN.12:001,2004pM

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

the SET dial, The year display starts to flash.

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

• The next part of the display starts flashing.

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

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

start the clock.

No Time zone No. Time zone

[l LONDON _ WELLGTN (Wellington) 2 PARIS _1 SAMOA

i31 CAIRO lib] HONOLU. (Honolulu) [4 MOSCOW _61 ANCHOR. (Anchorage)

[5 DUBAI _ L.A. (Los Angeles) [6] KARACHI [isJ DENVER [7] DACCA 191 CHICAGO

[8i BANGKOK _ N.Y. (New York) [9" H. KONG (Hong Kong) 2i] CARACAS

[10 TOKYO _ RIO (Rio de Janeiro)

SYDNEY 23j FERNAN. (Fernando de Noronha)

_2 SOLOMON 24J AZORES

r_ once you have set time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset ttqe clock

each time you travel to another time zone. Just set the time zone to the one of your destination, and the camcorder automatically adjusts tlqeclock.

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

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MENU DLSPLAY S ETU P ;<_)

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1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.

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

press the SET dial.

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

the SET dial.

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

5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

_[D,_T DISPLAY..OFF

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Recording Movies on a Tape

Before You Begin Recording

Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. Before you make important recordings, clean the video heads ([_[3 135).

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1. Remove the lens cap.

2. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

• _ Set the POWERswitch to

CAMERA and the TAPE/CARDswitch to

• _ Set the POWERswitch to

CAMERA.

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

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

Pressthe start/stop button again to pause recording.

When You Have Finished Recording

1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.

2. Close the LCD panel and return the viewfinder into its initial position.

3. Replace the lens cap.

4. Unload the cassette.

5. Disconnect the power source.

) Waituntilthetapecounterstopscompletelybeforeyoustartrecording. )Whenyoudonotremovethecassette,youcanrecordthenextscenewithout

producinganynoiseorblanksectionsbetweentherecordingsevenifyouturn thecamcorderoff.

0BrightlightmaymakeitdifficulttousetheLCDscreen.Insuchcase,usethe

viewfinderinstead.

0 YoucanrotatetheLCDpanel.Makesuretoopen

theLCDpanelat90degreesbeforerotatingit.

)Whenrecordingnearloudsounds(suchasfireworks,drumsorconcerts),

soundmaybecomedistortedormayberecordednotintheactualsoundlevel.

)Thecamcorderwillshutoffafter5minuteswhenleftinrecordpause

modetoprotecttapeandvideoheads,"z_AUTOPOWEROFF"appears 20secondsbeforeshutoff,Tocontinuerecording,turnthePOWER

switchtoOFFandthenbacktoCAMERA. ¢__

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

extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than _

99.99% of the pixels operating to specification, Less than 0.01% of the _" pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or green dots. This

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

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

allowing you to use the viewfinder while the subject can monitor the screen.

The image appears mirror reversed (LCD MIRROR ON). However, you can choose to display the image as it is being

recorded (LCD MIRROR OFF).

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1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.

DISPLAY SETUP_'_

_[LCD MIRROR...ON

2.Turnthe SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/_ ] and

press the SET dial.

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

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

5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

When [LCD MIRROR] is set to [ON], only tape (ZR90/ZR85: or card) operation and self-timer displays appear on the LCD screen (all displays appear on the viewfinder

screen).

Adjusting the B_ightness_ the LCD Screen

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1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.

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

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

4. Turn the SET dial to adjust the brightness level.

5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Changing the brightness of the LCDscreen does not affect that of the viewfinder oi the recordings.

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C_)Remaining battery charge

Indicates the recording time in hours,

#0 Time code

minutes and seconds.

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

• _X3starts flashing in red when the battery pack is empty.

• When you attach an empty battery pack, the power mayturn off without

displaying _3.

• The actual battery charge may not be indicated accurately depending on the condition under which battery pack

and camcorder are used.

{2_ Remaining tape

Indicates the remaining time of tt_etape in minutes. _ END flashes when ttqe

tape reaches ttqeend.

• When the time left is lessthan 15 seconds, the remaining tape time may

not appear.

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

correctly.

_) When _t_ flashes

_ flashes in red when the lithium button battery is not installed, or when

it runs out.

(_) Recording reminder

The camcorder counts from 1 to 10 seconds when you start recording. This is helpful to avoid scenes that are too

short.

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................................................RECSEARCH- button/

/ _ (record review) button

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_//_/ ......................................REC SEARCH + button

Record Review

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

Press and release the _3 (record review) button.

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

Record Search

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

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

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

• The camcorder returns to record pause mode.

Recording Still Images on a Tape

PHOTO bu_on

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1. _ Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [PHOTO REC], confirm that [TAPE E_]

is selected and close the menu.

2. Press the PHOTO button halfway. _

• 0 appears in green. If it does not appear in green, adjust the

focus with tlqe SETdial.

• Exposure is locked.

• _ When you pressthe PHOTObutton on the

wireless controller, recording starts immediately.

3. Press the PHOTO button fully. _---_-_ _

• 0 disappears.

• The camcorder records the still image for approx. 6 seconds.

During this time, the camcorder displays tlqe still image and keeps recording the sound.

• The camcorder returns to record pause mode.

0 You can also record a still image while you are recording a movie by pressing

the PHOTO button fully.

0 _ Starting your recording with a still image allows you to easily

locate the beginning of the recording with the Photo Search function (_(_ 74).

Zooming

The camcorder automatically switches between optical zooming and digital zooming.

Image resolution isslightly lower with the digital zoom.

Zoom in ' T

W ' Zoom out

Zoom lever

22x optical zoom 20x optical zoom 18×optical zoom

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

angle). Move it toward 3" to zoom in (telephoto).

Pressthe zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom• Pressharder for a

faster zoom,

r_ _ You cain also use ttne T and W buttons on the wireless controller.

However, you cannot control the zoom speed.

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