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PUB. DIM-841
Digital Video Camcorder
Instruction Manual
Caméscope numérique
Manuel d'instruction
Videocámara digital
Manual de Instrucciones
Software guide for further details.
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Mini Digital
Video
Cassette
NTSC
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Introduction
Cleaning the Video Heads
Digital video camcorders record video signals onto the tape in very thin lines (as thin as 1/8 the width of a hair). The following anomalies may appear if the video heads become dirty even a little.
• Mosaic or other blocky video artifacts (Fig. 1) or banding
(Fig. 2) appear on the picture during playback.
• Sound becomes distorted, or there is no sound during playback.
• The message “HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears.
Fig. 1
If such symptoms appear, clean the video heads with the
Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette* or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette.
If the symptoms reappear shortly after the cleaning, the videocassette may be defective. Stop using it.
* Availability differs from area to area.
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Fig. 2
NOTES
Video heads may become dirty under the following conditions:
• When using the camcorder in humid or hot places.
• When using cassettes with damaged or dirty tapes.
• When using the camcorder in dusty places.
• When using the video heads for a long time without cleaning them.
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• Before you make important recordings, clean the video heads and make a test recording first. We also recommend cleaning the video heads after use, before storing the camcorder.
• Do not use wet type cleaning cassettes as this may damage the camcorder.
• Even after cleaning the video heads you may not be able to play back correctly tapes that were recorded with dirty video heads.
Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
For Canada only:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
operation.
COPYRIGHT WARNING:
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
Digital Video Camcorder, ZR950 A systems
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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.
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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
Important Warning
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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word
“apparatus” or “product” refers to the Canon
Digital Video Camcorder ZR950 A and all its accessories.
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Power Sources — The CA-590 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,
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Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
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Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
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Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
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Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.
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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.
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Accessories — Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may be hazardous.
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Avoid magnetic or electric fields — Do
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Water and Moisture — Hazard of electric shock — Do not use this product near water or in rainy/moist situations.
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Placing or Moving — Do not place on an refer to instructions in this manual.
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
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Power Cord Protection — Power cords should be routed so that they are not
12 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.
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NFPA No. 70—1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or
GROUND table. The product may fall, causing ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
CLAMP
(NEC SECTION 810-20) serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
A product and cart
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
EQUIPMENT combination should be moved with care. Quick
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
NEC - NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250. PART H)
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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.
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 14
Overloading — Do not overload wall normal operation.
outlets and extension cords as this can e. If the product has been dropped or result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
the cabinet has been damaged.
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Objects and Liquid Entry — Never push f. When the product exhibits a distinct objects of any kind into this product change in performance. This indicates 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.
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Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. a need for service.
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Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified by
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service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating order.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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Damage Requiring Service —
Disconnect this product from the wall outlet and all power sources including battery, and refer servicing to qualified conditions:
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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.
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Safety Check — Upon completion of any
When replacement of the power supply is required, please return it to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-590.
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.
The adapter is not intended to be serviced. Should the product cease to function in its intended manner, it should be returned to the manufacturer or be discarded.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to disconnect the plug in case of an accident.
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Table of contents
Introduction ______________________________
11 Getting to Know the Camcorder
19 Getting Started
Preparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories
23 Basic Operation of the Camcorder
26 First Time Settings
27 Getting Ready to Start Recording
Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
Video ____________________________________
31 Basic Recording
33 Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom
Reviewing the Last Scene Recorded
36 Basic Playback
Returning to a Pre-marked Position
Locating the End of the Last Scene
On-Screen Displays (Data Code)
40 Advanced Function
: Special Scene Recording Programs
Flexible Recording: Changing the Shutter Speed
Table of contents
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Photos __________________________________
50 Basic Recording
51 Selecting Photo Size and Quality
52 Erasing or Protecting a Photo Right After Recording It
52 Basic Playback
55 Additional Functions
Magnifying Photos during Playback
57 Printing Photos
Printing Photos – Direct Print
External Connections _______________________
61 Connecting to a TV or VCR
Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder
67 Connecting to a Computer
68 Transferring Video Recordings
Transferring Photos – Direct Transfer
Additional Information ______________________
72 Appendix: Menu Options Lists
79 Trouble?
Camera Setup (Advanced Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.)
VCR Setup (Recording Mode, TV Type, etc.)
Audio Setup (Audio Mode, Wind Screen, etc.)
Card Operations (Card Initialization, etc.)
86 Do’s and Don’ts
91 General Information
Table of contents
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About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon ZR950. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (
Conventions Used in this Manual
• IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.
• NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
• POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements regarding the function described.
• : Reference page number.
• “Screen” refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
• The photos included in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
Buttons and switches to be operated
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(
FUNC.
30)
1 Open the date and time setup
[ screen.
FUNC.
[ MENU]
DATE/TIME SETUP]
[DATE/TIME]
Blinking arrows will be displayed around the first field of the date.
For example
Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menu options as they are displayed on screen. In tables in this manual the default value is shown in boldface.
For example [ON], [OFF].
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FUNC.
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2 Change each field of the date and time with the joystick ( move ( ) to the next field.
3 Press ( ) to start the clock.
4 Press
NOTES
) and
to close the menu.
(
You can also change the date format
93).
FUNC.
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Supplied Accessories
BP-2L5 Battery Pack
CA-590 Compact Power
Adapter
Lithium Button Battery
(CR1616)
WL-D85 Wireless Controller
STV-250N Stereo Video
Cable PY
Software CD-ROM*
DIGITAL VIDEO
Lithium Button Battery
(CR2025) for Wireless
Controller
IFC-300PCU USB Cable
Solution Disk
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Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file.
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Online product registration for U.S.A. Customers only.
Register your product online at
www.registercanon.com
9 Protect your product
We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Canon product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft.
9 Receive information on new products and promotions
Upon your request, we will send you information on Canon new products and promotions.
The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.
Date of Purchase:
Purchased From:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Phone No.:
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Model Name: ZR950 A
Serial No.:
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Components Guide
Front view
Left side view
Lens cover switch (
( open, closed)
DV terminal (
USB terminal (
AV terminal (
CARD access indicator (
CHARGE indicator (
Speaker
Mode switch (
Grip belt (
Strap mount (
Lock button
Easy recording
Recording programs
/ (tape/card) switch (
switch (
Stereo microphone joystick are indicated within a “ button ” frame
FUNC.
).
Right side view
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Names of buttons and switches other than the
(for example
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Bottom view
Top view
Back view
Joystick (
FUNC. button (
D.EFFECTS button (
Remote sensor (
Viewfinder (
Dioptric adjustment lever (
DC IN terminal (
Serial number/
LCD screen (
Battery attachment unit (
Cassette compartment (
Cassette compartment cover (
Zoom lever (
Tripod socket (
FUNC.
Memory card slot (
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Names of buttons and switches other than the
(for example ).
BATT. (battery release) switch (
joystick are indicated within a “ button ” frame
Wireless Controller WL-D85
START/
STOP PHOTO ZOOM
CARD
DATE SEARCH
REW PLAY
STOP
FF
PAUSE SLOW
AUDIO DUB.
ZERO SET
MEMORY TV SCREEN
WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D85 CO
START/STOP button (
CARD –/+ buttons (
DATE SEARCH
REW button (
/
buttons (
button (
SLOW button (
AUDIO DUB. button (
PHOTO button (
Zoom buttons (
PLAY
FF
button (
button (
STOP button (
ZERO SET MEMORY button (
button (
button (
TV SCREEN button (
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Screen Displays
Recording Movies
Playing Movies
Zoom (
Recording program (
White balance (
Image effect (
LCD video light (
Digital effects (
Condensation warning (
Shutter speed (
Self timer (
Exposure adjustment (
Manual focus (
Image stabilizer (
Recording mode (
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Remaining tape (
Wind screen off (
Remote sensor off (
Level marker (
Operating mode (
Time code (hours : minutes : seconds)
Recording reminder (
Remaining battery charge (
Audio recording mode (
Backup battery warning (
Audio playback mode (
Speaker volume (
Search function display
END SEARCH (
DATE SEARCH (
(
Playback time
(hours : minutes : seconds : frames)
Joystick guide (
Data code (
Recording Still Images
Zoom (
Recording program (
White balance (
Image effect (
Viewing Still Images
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Current image /Total number of images
Still image size
Data code (
LCD video light (
Digital effects (
Self timer (
Slideshow (
Image number (
Still image quality/size (
Image protection mark (
Number of still images available on the memory card (
AF frame (
Joystick guide (
Camcorder shake warning (
(
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• Depending on the conditions under which the camcorder and the battery pack are used, the actual battery charge may not be indicated accurately.
Tape operation
Note that some playback and search modes are only available when using the wireless controller.
Record, Record pause,
Stop, Eject,
Fast forward,
Playback,
Rewind,
Playback pause,
Reverse playback pause, x1 Playback (normal speed),
Recording reminder
The camcorder counts from 1 to 10 seconds when you start recording. This is helpful to avoid scenes that are too short.
x1 Reverse playback (normal speed),
Number of still images available on the memory x2 Playback (double speed), x2 Reverse playback (double speed),
Fast forward playback,
Rewind playback,
Slow playback,
Slow reverse playback,
Frame advance,
Frame reverse,
/
/ Date search (
Zero set memory (
Remaining tape
Indicates the remaining time of the tape in minutes.
moves during recording. When the tape
END”.
• When the time left is less than 15 seconds, the remaining tape time may not appear.
• Depending on the type of tape, the remaining time displayed may not be correct. In any case, you will be able to record on the tape the number of minutes that appears on the cassette’s label
(for example, 85 minutes).
card
flashing in red: No card in green: 6 or more images in yellow: 1 to 5 images
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• Depending on the recording conditions, the number of available still images displayed may not decrease even after a recording has been made, or may decrease by 2 still images at once.
Card Access Display
is displayed next to the number of images available while the camcorder is writing on the memory card.
Image number
The image number indicates the name and location of the file on the memory card. For example, the file name of image 101-0107 is “IMG_0107.JPG”, stored under the folder “DCIM\101CANON”.
Remaining battery charge
• When starts flashing in red replace the battery pack with a fully charged one.
• When you attach an empty battery pack, the power may turn off without displaying the icon.
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Preparations
This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcorder.
1 Turn off the camcorder.
Getting Started
Getting Started
2 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
Press the battery pack lightly and slide it up until it clicks.
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. Charge the battery pack before use.
For approximate charging times and
CHARGE indicator
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DC IN terminal
recording/playback times with a full battery pack, refer to the tables on
Remove the battery terminal cover before attaching the battery
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3 Plug the compact power adapter into a power outlet.
4 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
• The CHARGE indicator starts flashing. The indicator will stay on when the charging is completed.
• You can also use the compact power adapter without attaching a battery pack.
• When the compact power adapter is connected, even if a battery is
BATT. switch
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NOTES attached its power will not be consumed.
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NCE THE BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED
1 Disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder.
2 Unplug the compact power adapter from the power outlet.
• The CHARGE indicator also serves as a rough estimate of the battery charge status.
Continuously on: Battery pack fully charged.
Two quick flashes at 1-second intervals:
Battery pack at least 50% charged. If the indicator flashes quickly but not exactly in this pattern, refer to
Troubleshooting (
T
O REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK
BATT.
Press to release the battery pack. Slide the battery pack down and then pull it out.
IMPORTANT
One flash at 1-second intervals: Battery pack less than 50% charged.
• We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need.
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• You may hear some noise from the compact power adapter during use.
This is not a malfunction.
• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C
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• Do not connect to the camcorder’s DC
IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is not expressly recommended for use with this camcorder.
recyclable. Please call
1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.
• To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc.
NOTES
Installing the Backup Battery
The battery life of the backup battery is about one year. flashes in red when the lithium button battery is not installed, or when it needs to be replaced.
The backup battery (lithium button battery
CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain the date, time (
camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings.
Preparing the Wireless Controller and
Accessories
First, insert the supplied lithium button battery (CR2025) into the wireless controller.
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Tab
1
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2 Open the backup battery cover.
3 Insert the backup battery with the
+ side facing out.
1 Press the tab in the direction of the arrow and pull out the battery holder.
2
Place the lithium button battery
3 Insert the battery holder.
with the + side facing up.
4 Close the cover.
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O USE THE WIRELESS CONTROLLER
Accessories
Point the controller at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons.
You can rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to use the wireless controller from the front of the camcorder.
NOTES direct sunlight.
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• If the wireless controller does not work, check that [WL.REMOTE] is not set to
[OFF ] (
the battery.
your thumb.
Fasten the grip belt.
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button with
W
HEN YOU MOUNT THE CAMCORDER ON A
TRIPOD
Start/Stop
Do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as it may melt (due to concentration of the light by the lens). Do not use tripods with fastening screws longer than 5.5 mm (0.2 in.).
Doing so may damage the camcorder.
Joystick and Joystick Guide
Basic Operation of the Camcorder
Basic Operation of the
Camcorder
Use the joystick to operate the camcorder's menus.
Operating Modes
Push the joystick up, down, left or right
( , ) to select an item or change settings.
The camcorder’s operating mode is determined by the positions of the switch and the / switch. In the
Operating mode available in the operating mode shown available. When no operating mode icons are given, the function is available in all operating modes.
Press the joystick itself (
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) to save the settings or confirm an action. On menu screens, this is indicated by the icon
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). The functions that appear on the joystick guide will change depending on the operating mode.
switch / switch Icon display Operation
(Tape)
(Card)
(Tape)
(Card)
Recording movies on a tape
Recording still images on a memory card
Playing movies from a tape
Playing back still images from a memory card
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Using the Menus
3 Select ( ) the desired setting from the available options at the bottom bar.
• The selected option will be highlighted in light blue. Menu
Many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menus that open
( after pressing the FUNC. button
FUNC.
). items not available will appear grayed out.
• With some settings you will need to make further selections and/or
For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists (
press ( ). Follow the additional operation guides that will appear
Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option
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4 Press FUNC.
to save the settings and close the menu.
FUNC.
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to close the
Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) the icon of the function you want to change from the left side column.
Menu items not available will appear grayed out.
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1 Press .
Abbreviation of Menu Selections in this
Manual
In the still image index screen, the setup menus will open. Skip to step 3.
2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
In this manual, the arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. Below is an example of changing a setting using the setup menus.
FUNC.
3 Select ( ) the desired menu from the left side column and press
( ).
[ MENU]
[ DISPLAY SETUP/ ]
[LANGUAGE] The title of the selected menu appears on top of the screen and under it the list of settings.
4 Select ( ) the setting you want to change and press ( ).
• An orange frame will indicate the menu item currently selected.
Menu items not available will appear grayed out.
• To return to the menu selection screen, select ( ) [ RETURN] and press ( ).
5 Select ( ) the desired option and press ( ) to save the setting.
6 Press .
You can press FUNC.
menu at any time.
NOTES
Instead of steps 1 and 2, you can also
Desired language
FUNC.
For selections in the FUNC. menu, the abbreviated form will always show the initial default value. In recording mode,
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FUNC.
FUNC.
[ IMAGE EFFECT OFF]
Desired image effect keep FUNC.
pressed down for more than
1 second to open the setup menus screen directly.
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Changing the Time Zone
First Time Settings
First Time Settings
NOTES
Changing the Language
Change the time zone to match your location. The default setting is New
York or Singapore, depending on the region of purchase.
The language for on-screen and menu displays can be changed. The list of
FUNC.
available languages depends on the region where you purchased the camcorder.
Language Set A
German, English
, Spanish, French, Italian,
Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese and
Japanese.
Default value
Language Set B
English
, Simplified Chinese, Traditional
FUNC.
FUNC.
[ MENU]
[ DATE/TIME SETUP]
[T.ZONE/DST]
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FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
Chinese and Korean.
[ MENU]
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[ DISPLAY SETUP/ ]
[LANGUAGE]
Desired language area.
World Time Zones
Once you have set the time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock every time you travel to another time zone. Select the time zone to match the local time at your destination, referring to the date and time displayed on the screen.
• If you changed the language by mistake, follow the mark next to the menu item to change the setting.
• The display that appears in some menu screens refers to the name of the button on the camcorder and will not change, regardless of the language selected.
Setting the Date and Time
Getting Ready to Start Recording
Getting Ready to Start
Recording
FUNC.
Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen
1 Open the date and time setup screen.
Before you start recording, open the lens cover.
FUNC.
[ MENU]
[ DATE/TIME SETUP]
[DATE/TIME]
Blinking arrows will be displayed around the first field of the date.
2
Change each field of the date and time with the joystick ( ) and move ( ) to the next field.
3
Press ( ) to start the clock.
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to open the lens cover.
4 Press
(
NOTES
FUNC.
to close the menu.
You can also change the date format
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Rotating the LCD Panel
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.
You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward.
180°
90°
You can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens (allowing the subject to monitor the LCD screen while you use the viewfinder). This is the only case where you can use the viewfinder and
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Rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees can be useful in the following cases:
• When you wish to include yourself in the picture when recording with the self timer.
• To allow the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller from the front.
LCD Backlight
You can set the brightness of the LCD screen to normal or bright.
FUNC.
FUNC.
[ MENU]
[ DISPLAY SETUP/ ] malfunction.
[BACKLIGHT] Desired option
FUNC.
NOTES
• This setting does not affect the
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Subject can monitor the
LCD screen
NOTES
About the LCD and viewfinder screen: The
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0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black, red, blue or green dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a the effective usage time of the battery pack.
Inserting and Removing a Tape
Use only videocassettes marked with
4 Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and close the cassette compartment cover.
IMPORTANT
• Do not interfere with the cassette
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in the cassette compartment cover.
NOTES out.
OPEN/EJECT 1 Slide automatically.
2 Insert the cassette.
fully in the direction of the arrow and open the cassette compartment cover.
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• Insert the cassette with the window facing the grip belt.
• To remove a cassette pull it straight
• Be careful not to get your fingers caught
If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be inserted/ removed even if the to .
switch is set
3 Press the mark on the cassette compartment until it clicks.
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Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
You can use commercially available
SDHC (SD High Capacity) memory cards, SD memory cards or
MultiMedia cards (MMC) with this camcorder.
IMPORTANT
• Make sure to initialize all memory cards before using them with this camcorder
(
• Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable.
Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction can cause a malfunction of the camcorder.
NOTES
• Compatibility with all SD, SDHC or
MMC memory cards cannot be guaranteed.
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3 Insert the memory card straight all the way into the memory card slot.
4 Close the cover.
Do not force the cover closed if the cards are different from those of regular
SD memory cards and you will not be able to use memory cards of over 2 GB with devices that do not support SDHC.
However, SDHC devices (including this camcorder) are backward compatible and support regular SD memory cards.
memory card is not correctly inserted.
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First push the memory card once to release it, and then pull the card out.
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This chapter covers functions related to shooting and playing back movies – from basic recording and zooming to more advanced manual picture adjustments.
Basic Recording
Basic Recording
3 Holding the lock button pressed down, set the
CAMERA.
switch to
to begin 4 Press Start/Stop recording.
Shooting Video
Before You Begin Recording
Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads (
Start/Stop
W
HEN YOU HAVE FINISHED RECORDING panel.
Press recording.
again to pause the PY
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2 Turn off the camcorder.
3 Remove the tape.
4 Disconnect the power source and remove the battery pack.
IMPORTANT
When recording movies, try to get a calm,
stable picture.
Excessive camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use of fast zooms and panning can result in jittery scenes. In extreme cases, the playback of such scenes may result in visually induced motion sickness. If you experience such a reaction, immediately stop the playback and take a rest break as necessary.
1 Move the lens cover switch down to to open the lens cover.
2 Move the / switch to
(tape).
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• About the recording time: By changing the recording mode you can change the video quality and as a result, also the available recording time (
• Previous recordings overwritten by a new recording cannot be recovered.
Before you start recording, search for the end of the last recording (
• To protect the tape and video heads, the camcorder will enter the stop mode ( ) if left in record pause ( ) mode for
4 minutes 30 seconds. To resume recording press Start/Stop .
• About the Power Save mode: To save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, the camcorder will automatically shut off if left without any
Using the Viewfinder
When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case, change the brightness of the LCD screen
(
instead. To use the viewfinder, keep the LCD panel closed*.
operations for 5 minutes (
restore the power, turn the camcorder off and then on again.
• When recording in very loud places
(such as fireworks shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may is not a malfunction.
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About the Mode Switch and Recording Programs
with the dioptric adjustment lever.
* The LCD screen and the viewfinder
( can be used simultaneously only when the LCD panel is turned
180 degrees to face the subject
Set the mode switch to to let the camcorder adjust all the settings for you, allowing you to just point the camcorder and start shooting.
Set the mode switch to to select one of the recording programs.
The Special Scene recording programs (
way to select the optimal settings to match special recording conditions. The [ PROGRAM AE] recording program (
the other hand, allows you to set the shutter speed you want, or enjoy the flexibility to change other settings.
FUNC.
Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital
Zoom
FUNC.
[ MENU]
[ CAMERA SETUP]
[ZOOM TYPE] Desired option
FUNC.
NOTES
The camcorder offers three types of zoom: optical, advanced and digital zoom when recording movies. (In
mode only the optical zoom is available.) You can also change the zoom speed.
The zoom range of the advanced zoom will change depending on the aspect ratio of the scene (
Selecting the Zoom Type
Options
[OPTICAL] (37x)
Default value
The zoom range is limited to the optical
(
[ADVANCED]
(Advanced Zoom)
[WIDESCREEN] set to [ ON] (16:9)
48x*
* The picture angle will be wider at both full telephoto and full wide-angle.
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OFF] (4:3)
(
magnification ratio of the lens.
In addition to the optical zoom range, the camcorder processes the image digitally to
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(picture angle) will change. Refer to the table in the NOTES section.
[DIGITAL] (2000x)
Selecting the Zoom Speed
Options
[ VARIABLE]
The variable zoom speed depends on how you operate the zoom lever: Press gently for slower zooms; press harder for faster zooms. With this option, the zoom speed will be faster in record pause mode.
Default value
When this option is selected, the camcorder will
[ SPEED 1], [ SPEED 2], switch to digital zoom (light blue area on the
[ SPEED 3] zoom indicator) when you zoom in beyond the optical zoom range (white area on the zoom indicator). With the digital zoom the image is processed digitally so image quality will deteriorate the more you zoom in.
Constant zoom speeds. [ SPEED 3] is the fastest, and [ SPEED 1] is the slowest.
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Quick Start Function
FUNC.
FUNC.
When you press QUICK START camcorder enters the standby
[ MENU] mode. In standby mode the camcorder
[ CAMERA SETUP] consumes only about half the power
[ZOOM SPEED] used when recording, saving energy
Desired option when you are using a battery pack.
FUNC.
Additionally, when you press
QUICK START again the camcorder is
NOTES
The fastest zoom speed can be achieved with the [ VARIABLE] setting.
Using the Zoom
ready to start recording within approx.
1 second, ensuring you do not miss important shooting opportunities.
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W
Zoom out
Zoom in
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Move the zoom lever toward
W to zoom out (wide-angle). Move it toward
T to zoom in (telephoto).
1 Press
The standby lamp flashes at first while the camcorder is preparing and
the then stays on when it enters the standby mode.
• Keep at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) to the subject.
At full wide-angle, you can focus on a subject as close as 1 cm (0.39 in.).
2 When you wish to resume recording, press QUICK START again.
• You can also use the T and W buttons on the wireless controller. The zoom speed with the wireless controller will be the same as with the camcorder or fixed at
[
SPEED 3] (when [
VARIABLE] is selected).
Within approx. 1 second, the camcorder is ready to record.
NOTES
Reviewing the Last Scene Recorded
• When you wake up the camcorder from standby mode, the following settings will be changed automatically:
- Manual focus returns to automatic focus (AF).
- Manual exposure adjustment returns to automatic exposure.
- Zoom position returns to full wide- angle W.
• The camcorder will shut off if left in standby mode for 10 minutes, regardless of the [POWER SAVE] setting
(
78). To restore the power if the
camcorder shut off, turn the camcorder off and then on again.
• The camcorder will be woken up from standby mode if you open the cassette compartment cover or change the
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FOCUS position of the / switch while the camcorder is in standby mode (standby lamp is on).
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1 Set the mode switch to .
2 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it.
3 Push the joystick ( ) momentarily toward and release it.
• The camcorder will play back a few seconds of the last recording made and return to record pause mode.
• You can also hold the joystick pressed ( ) toward or ( ) toward to play back the tape
(reverse or forward respectively) in order to locate the point where you want to start recording.
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Basic Playback
Basic Playback
Playing Back Video
4 Locate the point where you want to begin the playback.
Push the joystick ( ) toward rewind the tape or ( ) toward to fast forward.
to
5 Push the joystick ( ) toward / to begin the playback.
D
URING PLAYBACK (
6 Push the joystick ( ) toward
/ again to pause the playback.
7 Push the joystick ( ) toward to stop the playback.
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O ADJUST THE VOLUME
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[ SPEAKER VOLUME]
Adjust ( ) the volume
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1
Holding the lock button pressed
During the playback of a scene:
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• The sound from the built-in speaker will be muted when you close the
LCD panel or while the STV-250N
Stereo Video Cable is connected to the AV terminal.
• If you turn down the volume completely, the icon will change to .
switch to down, set the
PLAY.
NOTES
2 Move the / switch to
(tape).
3
If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it.
• You can display the date and time of the recording (
• To protect the tape and video heads, the camcorder will enter the stop mode ( ) if left in playback pause ( ) mode for
4 minutes 30 seconds. To resume the playback push the joystick ( ) toward
/ .
Special Playback Modes
1
To enter most special playback modes you need to operate the buttons on the wireless controller (
15). There is no sound during the special playback modes.
Special playback mode
Fast playback
Initial mode
Normal playback
Operation on the camcorder or on the wireless controller
: Push the joystick ( ) toward
( ) toward
: Press and hold
and hold it down.
REW or FF
or
: Press Reverse playback Normal playback
1 frame reverse/advance Playback pause : Press or
1
Frame-by-frame playback
Slow playback
Double speed playback
Playback pause
Normal or reverse playback
Normal or reverse playback
Return to normal playback Special playback mode artifacts, banding, etc.) in the playback picture.
: Press and hold
: Press
: Press
: Press
SLOW
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: Push the joystick ( ) toward / .
During some special playback modes you may notice some anomalies (blocky video
2 If you marked the zero memory while recording, set the camcorder to mode. If you marked the zero memory during playback, press STOP .
If you wish to return to a particular scene later, mark the point with the zero set memory and the tape will stop at that point when you rewind/fast forward the tape. This function is operated with the wireless controller.
(
3 Press to locate the zero mark.
• If the tape counter shows a negative number, press
• instead.
appears and the camcorder rewinds/fast forwards the tape.
• The tape stops at or near the zero mark, disappears and the correct time code will be displayed again.
1 While recording or during playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you wish to return to later.
• The time code changes to
“0:00:00 ”.
• Press ZERO SET MEMORY cancel the memory.
again to
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Locating the End of the Last Scene
NOTES
If there are blank sections between recordings, the zero set memory may not work correctly.
After playing back a tape, use this function to locate the end of the last scene recorded in order to continue recording from that point.
Locating the Beginning of a Recording
Date
POINTS TO CHECK
You can locate the change of the date/ time zone with the date search function.
Press controller.
or
(
on the wireless
Stop the playback before using this function.
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FUNC.
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[ END SEARCH] [EXECUTE]
NOTES
• Press more than once to search for further date changes (up to 10 times).
• To cancel the search press STOP
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.
• The date search function will not detect recordings shorter than 1 minute per date/time zone.
• Date search may not function if the data code is not displayed correctly.
• “END SEARCH” appears.
• The camcorder rewinds/fast forwards the tape, plays back the last few seconds of the recording and stops the tape.
• To cancel the end search push the joystick ( ) toward .
• End search cannot be used once you
NOTES remove the cassette.
(
• If there are blank sections between recordings, the end search may not work correctly.
• You cannot use the end search to locate the end of a scene that was audio dubbed.
On-Screen Displays (Data Code)
The camcorder keeps a data code containing the date and time of recording. You can select the data to be displayed.
(
Options
Default value
[
[
FUNC.
OFF]
No data code display.
[ DATE], [ TIME]
Displays the date or time when the scene or still image was recorded.
DATE & TIME]
FUNC.
FUNC.
Displays both the date and time of the recording.
[ MENU]
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[ DISPLAY SETUP/ ]
[DATA CODE] Desired option
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NOTES
Advanced Function
Advanced Functions
: Special Scene Recording Programs
• Do not set the mode switch to during the actual recording of a scene; the brightness of the picture may change abruptly.
• [ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/
[ BEACH]/[ SNOW]
- The picture may not appear smooth during playback.
Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a
• [ PORTRAIT] fireworks display becomes as easy as
selecting a Special Scene recording program. For details about the available options, refer to the sidebar on
POINTS TO CHECK
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FUNC.
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Mode switch:
[ PROGRAM AE]
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- The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in (
T).
• [ NIGHT]
- Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.
screen.
the screen.
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- Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually.
• [ SNOW]/[ BEACH]
- The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the image on
• [ FIREWORKS]
- To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod. Make sure to use a tripod especially in mode, as the shutter speed slows down.
[ PROGRAM AE]
The camcorder sets the aperture and shutter speed.
[ BEACH]
Use this mode to record on a sunny beach. It prevents the subject from being underexposed.
[ PORTRAIT] [ SUNSET]
The camcorder uses a large
Use this mode to record sunsets in aperture, achieving a focus on the subject while blurring other distracting details.
[ SPORTS]
Use this mode to record sports scenes such as scenes.
vibrant colors.
[ record spotlit
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[ NIGHT]
Use this mode to record in low-light conditions.
[ SNOW]
Use this mode to record in bright ski resorts. It prevents the subject from
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[ FIREWORKS]
Use this mode to record fireworks.
being underexposed.
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Shutter speed guidelines
Flexible Recording: Changing the
Shutter Speed
Note that on screen only the denominator is displayed – [ 250] indicates a shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc.
1/60
Use the automatic exposure (AE) program to use functions like the white balance or image effects, or to select the shutter speed.
To record under most ordinary conditions.
1/100
Use faster shutter speeds to record subjects moving quickly. Use slower
FUNC.
(
shutter speeds to add motion blur, emphasizing the feel of movement.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch:
FUNC.
1 Press .
program.
2
[
Select the [ recording program (
value; proceed directly to step 3 if you have not changed the recording
3 Select the shutter speed from the
*
NOTES coasters.
1/2000*
To record indoor sports scenes.
1/250, 1/500*, 1/1000*
To record from within a moving car or train or to
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To record outdoor sports scenes on sunny days.
• Do not set the mode switch to during the actual recording of a scene; the brightness of the picture may change abruptly.
• [ PROGRAM AE]
- When setting the shutter speed, the number displayed will flash if the value setup menus.
selected is not appropriate for the
[ MENU] recording conditions. In such case,
[ CAMERA SETUP] select a different value.
[SHUTTER] Desired shutter
- If you use a slow shutter speed in dark speed places, you can obtain a brighter image, but the image quality may be lower, and the autofocus may not work well.
- The image may flicker when recording with high shutter speeds.
Self Timer
- Recording movies under fluorescent lights:
If the screen starts to flicker, select
[ PROGRAM AE] and set the shutter speed to 1/100.
- The shutter speed resets to [ AUTO] when you set the mode switch to or change the recording program.
POINTS TO CHECK
: Set the camcorder to record pause mode.
LCD Video Light
You can use the LCD video light to record in completely dark places. For a brighter picture, we recommend keeping a distance of about 20 cm -
60 cm (8 in. - 2 ft.) from the subject and/or using the [ NIGHT] recording program. When you activate the LCD
FUNC.
FUNC.
2 Press
1 Activate the self timer.
[
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FUNC.
ON]
to close the menu.
Start/Stop
FUNC.
FUNC.
video light, rotate the LCD panel to face the subject and use the viewfinder instead (
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[ LCD LIGHT OFF]
[ LCD LIGHT ON]
(
3 Press
• appears.
• Set [SELF TIMER] to [ OFF] to cancel the self timer. to start recording.
• The camcorder starts recording video ( still image (
on the camcorder
mode) or takes a
mode) after a
10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the screen.
• You can also press
( mode) or
START/STOP
PHOTO
( mode) on the wireless Press ( ) controller. In that case, the
• The LCD display turns entirely countdown will be only 2 seconds.
white when used as the video light.
Use the viewfinder instead.
• Using the viewfinder, select
[ LCD LIGHT OFF] to turn the
LCD video light off.
NOTES
Once the countdown has begun, you can camcorder to cancel the self timer.
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Audio Recording Mode Audio Playback Modes
Selecting the Audio Channel
You can change the quality of the audio recording.
Options
(
Default value
You can select the audio channel to play back when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels
(either stereo sound or bilingual audio signals).
[ 16bit]
12bit]
Records audio at the highest quality.
[
Records audio on 2 channels (Stereo 1) leaving 2 free channels (Stereo 2) you can use for audio dubbing.
With this camcorder you can dub audio only using the microphone (
[ L/R]
Options
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Left and right channels (stereo) / Main and sub signals (bilingual).
[ L/L]
Left channel only (stereo) / Main signal only
(bilingual).
[ R/R]
Default value
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FUNC.
[
[ MENU]
AUDIO SETUP]
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[AUDIO MODE]
Desired option
FUNC.
Right channel only (stereo) / Sub signal only
(bilingual).
FUNC.
FUNC.
[ MENU]
[ AUDIO SETUP]
[OUTPUT CH] Desired option
FUNC.
A
BOUT THE WIND SCREEN
The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind. You can turn the wind screen off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible (
Manual Focus Adjustment
Selecting the Audio Track on a Tape with
Dubbed Audio
Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually.
You can select the audio track to play back when playing back a tape that has a dubbed audio track (Stereo 2) in addition to the original recorded audio
(Stereo 1).
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• Reflective surfaces
• Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines
FUNC.
[
STEREO1]
Dubbed audio only.
MIX/FIXED]
Default value
• Fast moving subjects
Options
[
[
Original sound only.
STEREO2]
[ MENU] procedure.
• Through wet windows
• Night scenes PY
BACK
(
(
[
Mixed audio with the original sound and the dubbed audio at the same level.
original sound (
FUNC.
FUNC.
MIX/VAR.]
) can be adjusted.
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FOCUS
1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
[FOCUS] to activate the manual focus.
[FOCUS] on the joystick guide will be displayed in light blue and “MF”
[ AUDIO SETUP] appears on the screen.
[12bit AUDIO] Desired option*
3 Adjust ( ) the focus as necessary.
* When you select [ MIX/VAR.], adjust the
• Push the joystick ( ) toward mix balance with the [MIX BALANCE] for a farther focal distance or push setting (
it ( ) toward for a closer focal distance.
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Manual Exposure Adjustment
• Pushing the joystick ( ) toward
[FOCUS] again will return the camcorder to autofocus.
4 Push the joystick ( ) toward
[BACK] to save the focus adjustment.
Infinity Focus
At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). To correct this, you can manually adjust the exposure.
Use this function when you wish to to .
NOTES focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks.
POINTS TO CHECK
Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure.
Mode switch:
BACK
1 Keep the joystick pushed ( ) toward [FOCUS] for more than
2 seconds.
• appears.
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[FOCUS] again will return the camcorder to autofocus.
• If you operate the zoom or the joystick (
FOCUS
), changes to
"MF" and the camcorder returns to
1 If the joystick guide does not display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
[EXP].
[EXP] on the joystick guide changes to light blue and the exposure adjustment indicator and the neutral value “±0” appear on the screen.
[
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch: (except for the
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EXP
BACK appear on screen, press ( ) to
(
manual focusing mode.
3 Adjust ( ) the brightness of the image as required.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
[BACK] to save the focus • The adjustment range and the adjustment.
length of the exposure adjustment indicator will vary depending on the initial brightness of the picture.
• Pushing the joystick ( ) toward
The camcorder will automatically return to autofocus when you set the mode switch
[EXP] again will return the camcorder to automatic exposure.
FUNC.
4 Push the joystick ( ) toward
[BACK] to lock and save the exposure setting.
If you operate the zoom during exposure lock, the brightness of the image may change.
FUNC.
[ AUTO] Desired option*
FUNC.
* When you select [ SET], do not press
FUNC.
and continue instead with the procedure below.
White Balance
[ SET]
The white balance function helps you accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that white objects will always look truly white in your recordings.
(
T
O SET THE CUSTOM WHITE BALANCE
1 Point the camcorder at a white object, zoom in until it fills the whole screen and press ( ).
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Options
[ AUTO]
Default value setting even if you turn off the camcorder.
NOTES
FUNC.
to save the setting and close the menu.
POINTS TO CHECK
Recording program: [ PROGRAM AE]
[ DAYLIGHT]
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Settings are automatically set by the camcorder.
Use this setting for outdoor scenes.
For recording outdoors on a bright day.
2 Press
• When you select the custom white balance:
- Set the custom white balance in a sufficiently illuminated place.
- Select a zoom type other than
[ DIGITAL] (
- Reset the white balance when the lighting conditions change.
[ TUNGSTEN]
- Depending on the light source, may keep flashing. The result will still For recording under tungsten and tungsten type be better than with [ AUTO].
• Custom white balance may provide
(3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.
better results in the following cases:
- Changing lighting conditions
Use the custom white balance setting to make
- Close-ups
- Subjects in a single color (sky, sea or white objects appear white under colored lighting.
forest)
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- Under mercury lamps and certain types of fluorescent lights
FUNC.
[ IMAGE EFFECT OFF]
Desired option
FUNC.
Image Effects
FUNC.
Digital Effects
You can use the image effects to change the color saturation and contrast to record images with special
(
color effects.
POINTS TO CHECK
Recording program: [ PROGRAM AE]
Options
Default value
[ VIVID]
[ NEUTRAL]
[ IMAGE EFFECT OFF]
Records with no image enhancing effects.
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Tones down the contrast and color saturation.
[ SOFT SKIN DETAIL]
Softens the details in the skin tone area for a
[ D.EFFECT OFF]
Select this setting when you do not intend to use the digital effects.
[ FADE-T] (fade trigger), [ WIPE]
Select one of the faders to begin or end a scene with a fade from or to a black screen.
[ BLK&WHT]
Records images in black and white.
[ SEPIA] more complimentary appearance. To obtain the
Options
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch:
: [
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Default value best effect, use this setting when recording a close-up of a person. Note that areas similar to the skin color may lack in detail.
Records images in sepia tones for an “old” look.
[ ART], [ MOSAIC]
Select one of these digital effects to add
“flavor” to your recordings.
Setting
FUNC.
FUNC.
[ D.EFFECT OFF]
Desired option*
FUNC.
**
* While making the selection, you can preview the effect on the screen.
** The icon of the selected effect appears.
Applying
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O
F
ADE
O
UT press
: ...while recording, then
Start/Stop the recording.
to fade out and pause
: ...during playback, then push the joystick ( ) toward / to fade out and pause the playback.
T
O
A
CTIVATE AN
E
FFECT
Press
D.EFFECTS
fader/effect.
• The icon of the selected effect turns green.
• Press D.EFFECTS
the fader/effect.
again to deactivate
T
O
F
ADE
I
N
: ...in record pause mode, then press Start/Stop to start recording with a fade in.
: ...in playback pause mode, then push the joystick ( ) toward
/ to fade in and start the playback.
record pause mode.
: ...during playback.
: ...and then press Start/Stop to record the still image in black and white.
NOTES
• When you apply a fader, not only the picture but also the sound will fade in or out. When you apply an effect, the sound will be recorded normally.
• The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you turn off the digital effects or change the recording program.
• The digital effects are not available when [TV TYPE] is set to [NORMAL TV] and the stereo video cable is connected to the AV terminal.
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Refer to this chapter for details on shooting photos – from capturing and playing back images to printing them.
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Basic Recording
3 Holding the lock button pressed down, set the
CAMERA.
switch to
4 Press .
this camcorder (
• Once the focus is automatically
Taking Photos
Before using a memory card for the first time, be sure to initialize it with adjusted, will turn green and one or more AF frames will appear.
• You can also press wireless controller.
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PHOTO on the
• The CARD access indicator will flash as the image is being recorded.
IMPORTANT
) appears
(
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Observe the following precautions while the card access display ( on screen, and when the CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss.
- Do not open the memory card slot
- Do not disconnect the power source
- Do not change the position of the cover and do not remove the memory card.
or turn off the camcorder.
/ switch or the operating mode.
NOTES
If the subject is not suitable for autofocus,
turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually
(
1 Move the lens cover switch down to to open the lens cover.
2 Move the / switch to
(memory card).
images that can be recorded with the current quality/size setting.
Selecting Photo Size and Quality
S 640x480
NOTES
Still images are recorded on the memory card using JPEG compression. • Depending on the number of images on the memory card (Windows: 1,800 images or more; Macintosh: 1,000
As a general rule select a larger image size for higher quality.
images or more), you may not be able to transfer images to a computer. Try using
(
a card reader.
• Connection to a PictBridge-compatible
Options
Image size options and the approximate number of still images that can be recorded on memory cards of various sizes are given in the table below.
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
Desired image size*
Desired image quality*
* Press (
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Approximate number of still images on a memory card
Image size
L 1152x864
S 640x480 printer will not work when the memory card contains 1,800 images or more. For best performance, we recommend keeping the number of images on the memory card under 100.
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Recommended use
To print photos up to L size
(9 x 13 cm, 3.5 x 5 in.) or postcard size
(10 x 14.8 cm, 4 x 6 in.).
To send images as e-mail attachments or to post on the Web.
Default value
32 MB 128 MB 512 MB Memory card
Image quality*
→
Image size
↓
L 1152x864
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130 185 280 545 735 1,115 2,155
140 200 365 585 850 1,530 2,320 3,355 6,040
* : [SUPER FINE], : [FINE], : [NORMAL]
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Basic Playback
Basic Playback
Erasing or Protecting a Photo Right
After Recording It
Viewing Photos
You can erase or protect the still image recorded last while reviewing it within the time set for the [REVIEW] option (or immediately after recording it, if
[REVIEW] is set to [ OFF]).
FUNC.
FUNC.
(
Make sure to press the still image immediately after recording it.
POINTS TO CHECK
T
O ERASE THE PHOTO
FUNC.
Press ( )
FUNC.
while reviewing
[ IMAGE ERASE]
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T
O PROTECT THE PHOTO
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1 Holding the lock button pressed down, set the switch to
2 Move the / switch to
PLAY.
(memory card).
[
[ PROTECT OFF]
PROTECT ON]
Press ( )
FUNC.
3 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it.
4 Push the joystick ( ) to move between the images.
(
Image Jump
Slideshow
Index Screen
1 Move the zoom lever toward
W.
The index screen appears.
You can jump to a specific image without having to browse all of them one by one.
2 Select ( , ) an image.
Move the cursor to the image you want to view.
Push the joystick ( ) and hold it pressed down. Release the joystick when the image number gets to the image you want to display.
3 Move the zoom lever toward
T.
The index screen closes and the selected image is displayed.
IMPORTANT card.
• Observe the following precautions while the card access display appears on screen, and when the CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss.
- Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory
- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.
- Do not change the position of the
/ switch or the operating mode.
• The following may not be displayed correctly.
camcorder.
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- Images edited on or transferred from a computer.
- Images whose file names have been changed.
Magnifying Photos during Playback
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(
FUNC.
FUNC.
[ SLIDESHOW] Press ( )
• Images are played back one after another.
• Press ( ) to stop the slideshow.
1
Move the zoom lever toward
T.
• The image is magnified by 2 times and a frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area.
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• To further enlarge the image, move the zoom lever toward
T. To reduce the magnification, move the zoom lever toward
W.
• will appear for images that cannot be enlarged.
2 Move ( , ) the frame to the part of the image you want to see enlarged.
To cancel the magnification, move the zoom lever toward
W until the frame disappears.
Erasing All Images
The following procedure will erase all the non-protected still images from the memory card (all images except those with the mark).
(
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
Erasing Photos
You can erase still images recorded on
NOTES the memory card.
Erasing a Single Image
CO
1 If the joystick guide does not
appear on screen, press ( ) to
Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered.
Protected images on the memory card cannot be erased.
display it.
2 Select ( ) the image you want to erase.
3 Push the joystick ( ) toward .
4 Select ( ) [ERASE] and press
( ).
Additional Functions
Additional Functions
FUNC.
FUNC.
Automatic Focus Priority
When the focus priority is activated, the camcorder records a still image only
NOTES after the focus has been adjusted
(
.
automatically.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch at cannot be turned off.
: The focus priority
Mode switch at : You can turn off the
In the [ FIREWORKS] recording program the focus priority is automatically set to [ OFF].
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Options
[ ON:AiAF]
on them.
Default value focus priority and you can also select the AF (autofocus) frame to be used.
(Mode switch: *, )
CO You can protect still images recorded on the memory card from accidental erasure.
more AF frames out of the nine frames available are automatically selected and the focus is fixed
[ ON:CENTER]
(Mode switch: *)
FUNC.
FUNC.
[ PROTECT OFF]
(
[ PROTECT ON]* A single focusing frame appears in the center of
Press ( )
FUNC.
the screen and the focus is automatically fixed on it. This is convenient for making sure the
[ MENU]
[ CAMERA SETUP]
[FOCUS PRI.] Desired option
FUNC.
focus is exactly where you want it.
appears and the image cannot be erased.
* To cancel the image protection, select
[ PROTECT OFF] instead.
[ OFF]
(Mode switch: )
Select this option if you wish to record a still image as soon as you press Start/Stop .
* Except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording program.
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Initializing the memory card (
permanently erase all still images, even the protected ones.
IMPORTANT
Initializing the Memory Card
You can also use the following functions...
The following functions and features of the camcorder can be used either for shooting video or for taking photos. The way to set and use them was already explained in detail, so we refer you to the relevant page in the “Video” section.
Initialize memory cards when you use them with this camcorder for the first time, or to erase all the still images on them.
(
• Quick Start (
• Zoom (
• Special Scene recording programs
(
• Flexible recording (
• Self timer (
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
IMPORTANT
[
[ MENU]
[INITIALIZE]
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Initializing the memory card will erase all still images, even the protected ones. The
• Manual exposure adjustment (
• White balance (
• Image effects (
• Digital effects (
original still images cannot be recovered.
Printing Photos
Printing Photos
the printer. After a short while, turn them on again, set the camcorder to mode and restore the connection.
NOTES
Printing Photos – Direct Print
cable.
• We recommend powering the
The camcorder can be connected to camcorder using the compact power any PictBridge-compatible printer. You adapter.
can mark in advance the still images
• Refer also to the printer’s instruction you want to print and set the desired number of copies as a print order
(
Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the
CP, DS and ES series and PIXMA manual.
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Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer
1
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2 Turn on the printer.
3 Connect the camcorder to the printer using the supplied USB
and other settings for printing. The setting options vary depending on your printer model.
Options
[PAPER]
[ PAPER SIZE]: Available paper sizes vary depending on the printer model.
[ PAPER TYPE]: Select [PHOTO],
[FAST PHOTO], [PLAIN] or [DEFAULT].
[ PAGE LAYOUT]: Select [DEFAULT] or one of
• Refer to PC Connection Diagrams the following available page layouts.
(
[BORDERED]: Prints the whole image area almost
• appears and changes to . exactly as the recorded still image.
[BORDERLESS]: Enlarges the center portion of
IMPORTANT
• will appear for images that cannot be printed. the still image to fit the width/height ratio of the selected paper size. The top, bottom and sides of the still image may be slightly trimmed out.
[2-UP], [4-UP], [8-UP], [9-UP], [16-UP]: Refer to
If continues to flash (for more than
1 minute) or if does not appear, the camcorder is not correctly connected to the printer. In such case, disconnect the
USB cable and turn off the camcorder and
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SELPHY CP
SELPHY ES
Printing after Changing the Print Settings
[ ] Date print
Select [ON], [OFF] or [DEFAULT].
[ ] Print Effect
The print effect can be used with printers compatible with the Image Optimize function to achieve higher quality prints. Select [ON], [OFF] 1 If the joystick guide does not appear or [DEFAULT].
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS printers: You can
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward .
also select [VIVID], [NR] and [VIVID+NR].
The print settings menu appears.
[ ] Number of Copies
Select 1-99 copies.
NOTES
Print setting options and [DEFAULT] settings vary depending on the printer model. For details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
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Paper settings
Current paper settings (paper size, paper type and page layout)
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Number of copies
Print effect
Date printing
When using Canon printers you can print the same still image multiple times on the same sheet of paper. Use the following table as a guideline for the recommended number of copies depending on the [ PAPER SIZE] setting.
[ PAPER SIZE]
→
[CREDITCARD] [9 x 13 cm] [10 x 14.8 cm] [A4]
Canon printer
↓
PIXMA
SELPHY DS
– – 2, 4, 9 or 16
1
4
2, 4 or 8
2
2, 4 or 8
3
2 or 4
2 or 4
2 or 4
2 or 4
–
–
1
You can also use the special sticker sheets.
2
When you use the wide-sized photo paper with the [DEFAULT] setting, you can also use
3
[2-UP] or [4-UP].
With the [8-UP] setting, you can also use the special sticker sheets.
W
HEN YOU HAVE FINISHED PRINTING
Disconnect the cable from the camcorder and printer and turn off the camcorder.
3 In the print settings menu, select
( , ) the setting you want to change and press ( ).
4 Select ( ) the desired setting option and press ( ).
IMPORTANT 5 Select ( ) [PRINT] and press
( ).
• The following still images may not be
• Printing starts. The print settings correctly printed with a PictBridgemenu disappears when printing is compatible printer. completed.
T
O CANCEL THE PRINTING
- Images created or changed on a
• To continue printing, select ( another still image.
1 Press ( ) while printing.
2 Select (
)
) [OK] and press ( ).
computer and transferred to the memory card.
- Images recorded with the camcorder but edited on a computer.
- Images whose file names were changed.
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P
RINTING ERRORS
If an error occurs during the printing process, an error message appears
(
CO printing does not resume automatically, select [CONTINUE] and press ( ). If [CONTINUE] cannot be selected, select [STOP], press ( ) and retry printing. Refer also to the
• If the message “BUSY” does not
Print Orders
printer’s instruction manual for details.
- Do not turn off the camcorder or the printer.
- Do not change the position of the
/ switch.
- Do not disconnect the USB cable.
- Do not remove the memory card.
disappear, disconnect the USB cable and restore the connection after a short while.
- If the error still persists and printing does not restart, disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder and the printer. After a short while, turn them on again, set the camcorder to
mode and restore the connection.
You can mark in advance the still images you want to print and set the desired number of copies as a print order. Later, you can easily print out the print orders by connecting the camcorder to a PictBridge-compatible printer (
for up to 998 still images.
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Selecting Still Images for Printing
(Print Order)
(
3 Select ( , ) [PRINT] and press ( ).
Printing starts. The print settings menu disappears when printing is completed.
POINTS TO CHECK
NOTES
Set the print orders before connecting the
USB cable to the camcorder.
• Depending on the connected printer, you can change some print settings before step 3 (
FUNC.
FUNC.
[ PRINT ORDER]
Select (
FUNC.
FUNC.
) the number of copies*
Press )
* To cancel the print order, set the number of
• Restarting Printing: Open the print menu as explained in step 2 above. In the print settings menu, select [RESUME]* and press ( ). The remaining images will be printed.
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Orders
FUNC.
Printing Still Images Marked with Print
1
CO printer using the supplied USB cable.
Refer to PC Connection Diagrams
(
order settings.
* If the print order was interrupted after the first still image, this menu option will appear as [PRINT] instead.
Erasing All Print Orders
FUNC.
FUNC.
2 Open the print settings menu.
(
[ MENU]
[ MENU]
[ CARD OPERATIONS]
[ PRINT]
[ERASE ALL PRINT ORD]
• The print settings menu appears.
• Cancel Printing/Printing Errors (
[YES]
• The error message “SET PRINT FUNC.
ORDER” appears if you connect a printer with direct print function and select [ PRINT] without having set any print orders beforehand.
External Connections
This chapter explains step-by-step how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer.
Connecting to a TV or VCR
Connecting to a TV or VCR
access.
Open the LCD panel to CO
AV Terminal
Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder.
DV Terminal
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Connection Diagrams
Turn off all the devices when making the connections and refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device.
Terminal on the
Connected Device
Terminal on the
Camcorder
Connecting Cable
1 Output connection (signal flow ) to a TV or VCR with AV Terminals.
2
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
Output connection (signal flow
Input connection (signal flow
(Supplied)
Yellow
White
Red
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L
R
) from a TV or other digital video source with a DV (IEEE1394) output.
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DV cable
(commercially available)
4-pin
6-pin*
* Be careful to correctly insert the 6-pin plug into the DV terminal. Inserting it in the wrong direction can result in damage to the camcorder.
VIDEO
Playback on a TV Screen Copying your Recordings to an External
Video Recorder
NOTES
The quality of the playback picture will vary depending on the connected TV and the type of connection used.
You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. When recording to a digital video recorder using the DV (
POINTS TO CHECK terminal, you can copy recordings with virtually no generation loss in video and sound quality.
Before making the connections, select the
[TV TYPE] setting according to the TV set to which you will connect the camcorder
(
Connecting
Connect the camcorder to the TV following one of the connection
Connecting
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Connection Diagrams (
Recording
(
connection type
2 , as shown in diagrams shown in Connection
Diagrams (
Playback
1
CO the same terminal to which you connected the camcorder.
On a VCR: Set the input selector to the external video input (usually
1
This camcorder: Load the recorded cassette.
2 Connected device: Load a blank
3 This camcorder: Locate the scene cassette or disc and set the device to record pause mode.
you wish to copy and pause the labeled LINE IN).
playback shortly before the scene.
2 Start the playback of the movies
4 This camcorder: Resume the
(
movie playback.
When using an analog connection you can include in the copy also the date/time of the original recording
(
• Turn off all the devices before starting the connections.
• We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.
5 Connected device: Begin recording when the scene you wish to copy appears. Stop
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External Connections
Digital Video Dubbing
recording when copying is complete.
6 This camcorder: Stop playback.
NOTES
You can input video from other digital video devices and record the input video on the tape in the camcorder.
Connecting
• We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.
• When recording to a VCR using an analog connection –connection type
1
–connection type 2 (
(
62)–, the quality of the edited tape
will be lower than the original.
• When recording to a digital video recorder using the DV terminal
- If the picture does not appear, disconnect the DV cable and restore the connection after a short while or turn the camcorder off and then on
Connect the camcorder to the video input source using the digital
(
Connection
Diagrams.
Dubbing
PY camcorder and load the recorded again.
- Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all digital devices equipped with a DV terminal. If the operation does not work, use the AV terminal.
CO
FUNC.
1 Load a blank tape in the
(source) tape or disc in the connected device.
2
Set the camcorder in record pause
3 Connected device: Start the mode.
FUNC.
[
[EXECUTE]
REC PAUSE] playback.
(
In record pause mode and while recording you can check the picture on the camcorder’s screen.
NOTES
We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.
Copyright Signal
4 When the scene you wish to record appears, push the joystick
Certain software tapes are copyright ( ) toward / to begin protected. If you attempt to play back recording. such tape, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED
Recording starts.
PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED” appears and
5 While recording, push the joystick you will not be able to view the contents of
( ) toward / to record pause.
In record pause mode, push the joystick ( ) toward / again to resume recording.
6
Push the joystick ( ) toward to stop recording.
7 Connected device: Stop the playback.
IMPORTANT
• Blank sections may be recorded as anomalous picture.
CO camcorder off and then on again.
• Do not connect any devices to the camcorder’s USB terminal while an external device is connected to the DV terminal.
the tape. If you attempt to record from such tape via the DV terminal,
“COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING
RESTRICTED” appears and you will not be able to record the contents of the tape.
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• You can only record video signals in DV standard (standard definition, SP or LP mode) from devices carrying the logo. Note that signals from identically shaped DV (IEEE1394) terminals may be in different video standards.
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IMPORTANT
Audio Dubbing
You can add sound to a recording using the built-in microphone.
(
• Audio dubbing will stop if the tape has a blank section or a section recorded in
LP mode or [ 16bit] audio.
• The quality of the dubbed sound will not be as good when dubbing audio to a tape that was not recorded with this camcorder or after having dubbed audio over the same scene more than 3 times.
POINTS TO CHECK
STOP
You can only dub audio on tapes recorded in SP mode with [ 12bit] audio
(
44). This function is operated with the
wireless controller.
REW PLAY FF
T
O
NOTES
You can connect the camcorder to a TV to check the picture on the TV screen and check the sound through headphones
SELECT THE
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FOR PLAYBACK
STOP
PAUSE
AUDIO DUB.
PAUSE
AUDIO DUB.
SLOW
ZERO SET
MEMORY TV SCREEN
1
CO to start dubbing audio.
Before locating the starting point, you can also set the zero set memory (
you want the audio dubbing to end.
You can select the audio track that will be played when playing back a tape that was audio dubbed (
The camcorder will automatically stop audio dubbing at that point.
2 Start playback and immediately
3 Press .
“AUDIO DUB.” and appear.
4 Press PAUSE to begin dubbing.
Speak into the microphone.
5 Press STOP to stop dubbing.
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to a Computer
DV Terminal
Check the type and orientation of the terminal and make sure you connect the DV cable properly.
USB Terminal
Use the USB connection to print still images and
1
Open the LCD panel to access.
PC Connection Diagrams
transfer them to a computer.
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Terminal on the
Connected Device
Terminal on the
Camcorder
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Connecting Cable
Output connection (signal flow ) to a computer with a DV (IEEE1394) terminal or a DV capture board.
DV cable
(commercially available)
4-pin
6-pin*
* Be careful to correctly insert the 6-pin plug into the DV terminal. Inserting it in the wrong direction can result in damage to the camcorder.
2 Output connection (signal flow ) to a PC or PictBridge compatible printer with a USB port.
USB cable (supplied)
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IMPORTANT
Transferring Video Recordings
• The video transfer may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications/settings of your
You can transfer recordings to a computer using the DV terminal.
computer.
• If the computer freezes while the
Equipment and System Requirements
camcorder is connected to it, disconnect the DV cable and turn off the • A computer equipped with an
IEEE1394 (DV) terminal or an camcorder and the computer. After a short while, turn them on again, set the IEEE1394 (DV) capturing board.
• A DV cable (commercially available).
• Video editing software.
• The appropriate driver.
A driver is preinstalled on Windows operating systems later than Windows
98 Second Edition and Mac operating systems later than Mac OS 9, and will be installed automatically.
restore the connection.
• Before connecting the camcorder to the computer using a DV cable, make sure that the camcorder and computer are not connected with a USB cable, and
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–connection type (
mode.
Connecting
1 Start the computer.
2 Connect the camcorder to the shown in
Diagrams.
3 Set the camcorder to
4 Start the video editing software.
software, you may need to set the mode other than PLAY. Refer to the instruction manual of the editing software.
• We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.
• Refer also to the instruction manual of the computer.
• The programs ZoomBrowser EX and
Refer to the instruction manual of the
switch on the camcorder to a
NOTES
Image Browser included with the editing software.
camcorder to mode and supplied CD-ROM can only be used to transfer still images recorded on the memory card. Video recordings on the tape cannot be transferred to the computer using the software included with the supplied CD-ROM.
IMPORTANT
Transferring Photos – Direct Transfer
• Observe the following precautions when the CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in
With the supplied USB cable and software (on the DIGITAL VIDEO permanent data loss.
- Do not open the memory card slot
Solution Disk CD-ROM) you can easily transfer still images to a computer.
cover and do not remove the memory card.
Preparations
- Do not turn off the camcorder or the The first time you connect the computer.
camcorder to the computer, you need to install the software and set the autolaunch setting. From the second time on, just connect the camcorder to the computer using the USB cable to transfer images.
1 Install the supplied Digital Video
Software.
Refer to the installation guide
- Do not change the position of the
/ switch or the operating mode.
• Operation may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications/settings of your computer.
PY your computer, make copies of them first. Use the copied files, retaining the originals.
NOTES
(
(separate leaflet included with the
CD-ROM).
2 Set the camcorder to
3 mode.
Refer to
CO
PC Connection Diagrams
4 Set the auto-launch setting.
• See When Connecting the
Camcorder to a Computer
• We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.
• Refer also to the computer’s instruction
• Users of Windows Vista, Windows XP manual.
and Mac OS X:
Your camcorder is equipped with the
(Windows) or Auto-downloading standard Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP)
(Macintosh) in the Digital Video allowing you to download still images
Software instruction manual
- Do not disconnect the USB cable.
(JPEG only) simply by connecting the camcorder to a computer using the USB (electronic version on PDF file).
• The direct transfer menu appears on the camcorder’s screen.
cable, without having to install the supplied software.
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Transferring Images
(
Automatic Transfer Options
All the relevant still images will be transferred to the computer in one batch and their thumbnails will be displayed on the computer.
[ ALL IMAGES]
Transfers all still images.
[ NEW IMAGES]
Transfers only those still images that have not yet been transferred to the computer.
[ TRANSFER ORDERS]
A
UTOMATIC TRANSFER OPTIONS
1 Select ( press ( ).
2 Select (
) a transfer option and
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).
• The camcorder returns to the
Transfers still images marked with transfer orders (
transfer.
Manual Transfer Options
CO
[ SELECT & TRANSFER]
Select the still image(s) to transfer.
[ WALLPAPER] transfer menu once the transfer is completed.
• To cancel the transfer, select (
[CANCEL] and press ( ), or press
FUNC.
1 Select (
2 Select (
.
M
ANUAL TRANSFER OPTIONS press ( ).
) a transfer option and
)
) the image you wish to transfer and press ( ).
Select a still image still image and set it as your
[ SELECT & TRANSFER]: Repeat computer’s desktop background.
this step to select other still images to transfer.
3 Press FUNC.
to return to the transfer menu.
Erasing All Transfer Orders
NOTES
FUNC.
When the camcorder is connected to the computer and the image selection screen is displayed, press FUNC.
to return to the transfer menu.
Transfer Orders
FUNC.
[ MENU]
[ CARD OPERATIONS]
[ERASE ALL TRANS.ORD]
[YES]
FUNC.
You can mark in advance the still images you want to transfer to the computer as transfer orders. You can set transfer orders for up to 998 still images.
FUNC.
FUNC.
(
Selecting Still Images to Transfer
(Transfer Order)
POINTS TO CHECK
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[ TRANS.ORDER OFF]
[ TRANS.ORDER ON]
Press ( )
FUNC.
* To cancel a transfer order, select
[ TRANS. ORDER OFF] instead.
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Additional Information
This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information.
Appendix: Menu Options Lists
Appendix: Menu Options Lists
Menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus (
24). For details about each function, see the reference
page. Menu options without a reference page are explained below the tables.
FUNC. Menu
FUNC. Menu
Menu item
Recording programs
1
Setting options
[ PROGRAM AE],[ PORTRAIT], z z
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–
–
PLAY
–
–
Digital effects
White balance
1
Image effects
1
LCD video light
[
[
[ SPORTS], [ NIGHT], [ SNOW],
[ BEACH], [ SUNSET],
[ SPOTLIGHT], [ FIREWORKS]
[ AUTO], [ DAYLIGHT],
[
CO
SET]
IMAGE EFFECT OFF], [ VIVID],
SOFT SKIN DETAIL]
[ LCD LIGHT OFF],
[ LCD LIGHT ON]
[ D.EFFECT OFF], [ FADE-T],
[ WIPE], [ BLK&WHT], z z – z z 1 z
–
– z
–
–
–
[ SEPIA], [ ART], [ MOSAIC] z 1
[ D.EFFECT OFF], [ BLK&WHT] – – – z Still image size/quality Size: [L 1152x864], [S 640x480] – – –
Quality: [ SUPER FINE], [ FINE],
[ NORMAL] z [SPEAKER VOLUME] – – –
FUNC. Menu (cont.)
CAMERA PLAY
Menu item Setting options
[WIDESCREEN]
[SELF TIMER]
[IMG STAB]
3
[REVIEW]
[REC PAUSE] – – z Press ( ) to enter the record pause mode.
[END SEARCH] – – z Press ( ) to search.
[SLIDESHOW] Press ( ) to start.
– – –
[FOCUS PRI.]
3
[IMAGE ERASE]
[
[CANCEL], [ERASE]
SPEED 1]
– z 2
–
Still image protection – z 2
– [ PROTECT OFF],
[PRINT ORDER]
Transfer order
Setup menus
[ PROTECT ON]
[ 0] - [ 99] COPIES
[ TRANS.ORDER OFF],
[ TRANS.ORDER ON]
–
–
–
–
(or immediately after recording the still image, if set to [
PY
–
– z z
1
Option available only when the mode switch is set to .
2
This option will appear only when you press FUNC.
within the time set for the [REVIEW] option
[SHUTTER]
1
Camera Setup (Advanced Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.)
CAMERA SETUP
Menu item
[A.SL SHUTTER]
[ZOOM TYPE]
[ZOOM SPEED]
2
[
CO
[
OPTICAL], [
Setting options
[ AUTO], [1/60], [1/100], [1/250],
[1/500], [1/1000], [1/2000]
[ AUTO], [1/60], [1/100], [1/250] –
[ ON], [ OFF]
VARIABLE], [ SPEED 3], [
ADVANCED]
4
, [
CAMERA z z
DIGITAL] z
SPEED 2], z
– z z z z
–
z
–
[ ON:AiAF], [ ON:CENTER], [ OFF] – z
z
–
–
z
[
[ OFF], [
8sec], [
2sec], [
10sec]
4sec], [ 6sec], – –
[ ON], [ OFF] z z z
– –
[
[ ON], [
ON], [
OFF]
OFF]
– z
–
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[REC MODE]
[TV TYPE]
1
Option available only when the recording program is set to [ PROGRAM AE].
2
Option available when the mode switch is set to or (only when the recording program is set to [ PROGRAM AE]).
3
Option available only when the mode switch is set to .
4
[ ADVANCED] when [WIDESCREEN] is set to [ OFF].
[A.SL SHUTTER]: The camcorder automatically uses slow shutter speeds to obtain brighter recordings in places with insufficient lighting.
• The camcorder uses shutter speeds down to 1/30 (1/15 in
• If a trailing afterimage appears, set the slow shutter to [ OFF].
mode).
• If (camcorder shake warning) appears, we recommend stabilizing the camcorder, for example, by mounting it on a tripod.
telephoto.
shake.
[REVIEW]: Selects the time to display a still image after it has been recorded.
• You can erase (
reviewing the image (or immediately after recording it, if set to [
FUNC.
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OFF]).
[IMG STAB]: The image stabilizer compensates for camcorder shake even at full
• The image stabilizer is designed to compensate for a normal degree of camcorder
• The image stabilizer may not be effective when recording in dark places with
ON] or using the [ NIGHT] recording program.
OFF] when using a tripod.
.
[A.SL SHUTTER] set to [
• The image stabilizer cannot be turned off when the mode switch is set to
• We recommend setting the image stabilizer to [
[WIDESCREEN]: The camcorder uses the full width of the image sensor providing highresolution 16:9 recordings.
aspect ratio will appear in the center of the screen with black sidebars.
•
Playing back a widescreen recording: TV sets compatible with the Video ID-1 system will automatically switch to wide (16:9) mode. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the TV manually. To play back on a TV with normal aspect ratio (4:3) change the [TV TYPE] setting accordingly (
VCR Setup (Recording Mode, TV Type, etc.)
VCR SETUP
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CAMERA PLAY
Menu item Setting options z z z z
[ STD PLAY], [
[ NORMAL TV], [
LONG PLAY]
WIDE TV]
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–
[REC MODE]: Select the video recording mode.
• Recording in LP mode extends the available recording time on the tape 1.5 times.
• Depending on the condition of the tape (long usage, imperfections, etc.) you may notice some video anomalies (blocky video artifacts, banding, etc.) in the playback picture when playing back recordings made in LP mode. We recommend using the SP mode for important recordings.
• Audio cannot be dubbed on tapes recorded in LP mode.
• If you make recordings in both SP and LP modes on the same tape, during playback you may notice some video anomalies in the picture at the point where the recording mode changes.
• When playing back in this camcorder tapes recorded in LP mode with other devices or vice versa, you may notice some anomalies in the playback picture or the sound may stop briefly.
[TV TYPE]: In order to display the picture in full and in the correct aspect ratio, select the setting according to the type of television to which you will connect the camcorder.
[NORMAL TV]: TV sets with 4:3 aspect ratio.
[WIDE TV]: TV sets with 16:9 aspect ratio.
Audio Setup (Audio Mode, Wind Screen, etc.)
AUDIO SETUP
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CAMERA
– z 1
PLAY z z
Menu item
[OUTPUT CH]
[WIND SCREEN]
[12bit AUDIO]
[MIX BALANCE]
[AUDIO MODE] [
[
[
Setting options
L/R], [ L/L], [ R/R]
[ AUTO], [
[ STEREO1], [
MIX/FIXED], [
16bit], [
OFF
STEREO2],
MIX/VAR.]
12bit]
]
1
Option available only when the mode switch is set to .
–
– z z z
–
–
–
[WIND SCREEN]: The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind when recording outdoors.
• The wind screen cannot be turned off when the mode switch is set to .
[MIX BALANCE]: When [12bit AUDIO] is set to [ MIX/VAR.], adjust ( ) the sound balance with the joystick.
• The camcorder will retain the audio balance adjustment, however if you turn off the camcorder, [12bit AUDIO] will be reset to [ STEREO1].
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Card Operations (Card Initialization, etc.)
CARD OPERATIONS
Menu item
[ERASE ALL PRINT ORD] [NO], [YES]
[ERASE ALL TRANS.ORD] [NO], [YES]
[ERASE ALL IMAGES]
[INITIALIZE]
[NO], [YES]
[NO], [YES]
Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.)
DISPLAY SETUP
Setting options
PLAY z z z z
Menu item Setting options
[BRIGHTNESS]
[BACKLIGHT] [ NORMAL]
1
, [ BRIGHT] z
[TV SCREEN] [ ON], [ OFF]
[MARKERS]
[DISPLAYS]
[6SEC.DATE]
[DATA CODE]
[LANGUAGE]
2
[
[
[
[
[ ON], [
[ OFF], [
[ ON], [
ON], [
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], [
Language Set B:
]
OFF]
LEVEL], [
OFF<PLAYBK>]
OFF]
[ OFF], [ DATE], [ TIME],
[ DATE & TIME]
Language Set A:
], [ENGLISH], [
], [ ], [ ], [
],
GRID]
],
[ENGLISH], [ ], [ ], [ ] z
–
–
–
– z z z
–
–
–
–
– z
– z
– z z z z
– z
– z
– z z
–
–
–
[DEMO MODE] [ ON], [ OFF] z z – – –
1
The default setting is [ BRIGHT] when you power the camcorder using the compact power adapter.
2
The list of languages available depends on the region of purchase.
–
z
–
[BRIGHTNESS]: Adjust ( ) the brightness of the LCD display with the joystick.
• Changing the brightness of the LCD display does not affect that of the viewfinder or the recordings.
[TV SCREEN]: When set to [ ON], the camcorder’s on-screen displays will appear also on the screen of a connected TV or monitor.
When the date and time are displayed on the camcorder’s screen they will also appear on a connected TV regardless of the [TV SCREEN] setting. Turn off the date/time display with the [DATA CODE] setting (
[MARKERS]: You can display a grid or a horizontal line at the center of the screen. Use the markers as a reference to make sure your subject is framed correctly (vertically and/or horizontally).
• Using the markers will not affect the recordings on the tape.
[FIRMWARE]
[FILE NOS.]
[POWER SAVE]
[DISPLAYS]: You can hide the on-screen displays to show only the playback picture on the full screen.
• Tape operation displays appear for 2 seconds.
• Warning messages, the data code (if activated), and displays on the index screen will appear regardless of the setting.
• All on-screen displays will appear while the playback image is magnified or a digital effect is activated.
[6SEC.DATE]: changes, the date and time will be displayed for 6 seconds.
[DEMO MODE]:
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[WL.REMOTE]
[BEEP] automatically when the camcorder is powered with the power adapter if you leave it turned on without loading a recording media for more than 5 minutes.
• To cancel the demo mode once it started, press any button, turn off the camcorder or insert a videocassette.
System Setup (Beep, Power Save, etc.)
SYSTEM SETUP
Menu item
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[ ON], [ OFF ]
[ HIGH VOLUME],
[ LOW VOLUME], [ OFF] z z z z z z z z
–
– z [ ON], [ OFF] z z
– – –
[ RESET], [ CONTINUOUS] – – – z
–
– – – – –
[WL. REMOTE]: Allows the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller.
[BEEP]: A beep will accompany some operations like turning on the camcorder, the selftimer countdown, etc. It also serves as a warning beep under unusual conditions.
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[POWER SAVE]: In order to save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, it will automatically shut off if left without any operation for 5 minutes. Approximately
30 seconds before the camcorder shuts off, the message “ AUTO POWER OFF” will appear.
[FILE NOS.]: Select the image numbering method to be used when you insert a new memory card.
Images are automatically assigned consecutive image numbers from 0101 to 9900, and
[ stored in folders containing up to 100 images. Folders are numbered from 101 to 998.
RESET]: Image numbers will restart from 101-0101 every time you insert a new
[ memory card.
CONTINUOUS]: Image numbers will continue from the number following that of the last image recorded with the camcorder.
Date/Time Setup
• If the memory card you insert already contains an image with a larger number, a new image will be assigned a number one higher than that of the last image on the memory card.
• We recommend using the [
[FIRMWARE]: option is usually grayed out.
CONTINUOUS] setting.
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DATE/TIME SETUP
Menu item
[T.ZONE DST]
[DATE/TIME]
[DATE FORMAT]
List of world time zones.
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Setting options
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[M.D,Y (JAN. 1, 2008 12:00 AM)],
[D.M.Y (1.JAN.2008 12:00 AM)]
CAMERA z z z z z z z z z
PLAY z z
[DATE FORMAT]: Changes the date format for on-screen displays and for date printing.
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Trouble?
Troubleshooting
If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists.
Power Source
The camcorder will not turn on or it turns off by itself.
The cassette compartment cover will not open or it stops halfway while you insert or remove a tape.
-
The LCD/viewfinder switches on and off.
- Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack (
- Attach the battery pack correctly.
- Use the compact power adapter.
The charge indicator flashes rapidly.
-
Service Center.
(one flash at 0.5-second intervals)
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(two quick flashes at 1-second intervals)
Battery pack at least 50% charged (
20). This is not a malfunction.
Battery pack will not charge.
- Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F).
- Battery packs become hot with use and may not charge. When the battery pack is outside the charging temperature range, the CHARGE indicator will flash irregularly. The charging will start once the battery pack
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- Check that the compact power adapter is correctly connected to the camcorder.
Recording/Playback
Buttons will not work.
- Turn on the camcorder.
- Load a cassette (
Abnormal characters appear on the screen. The camcorder does not operate properly.
- Disconnect the power source and reconnect it after a short time. If the problem still persists, disconnect all power sources (including the battery pack and the backup battery). This will reset all the camcorder's settings.
flashes on the screen.
- Load a cassette (
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flashes on the screen.
- Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack (
flashes on the screen.
- Condensation is detected. Refer to Condensation (
“REMOVE THE CASSETTE” appears on the screen.
- Remove the cassette and reinsert it (
The wireless controller will not work.
- Set [WL.REMOTE] to [ON] (
- The battery of the wireless controller is exhausted. Replace the battery (
Video noise appears on screen.
- When using the camcorder in a room where a plasma TV is located, keep a distance between the camcorder and the plasma TV.
Video noise appears on the TV screen.
- When using the camcorder in a room where a TV is located, keep a distance between the compact power adapter and the power or antenna cables of the TV.
The tape stops during record pause or playback pause.
( ) or record pause (
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(when recording) or push the joystick ( ) toward / (during playback).
Recording
Image will not appear on the screen.
- Set the camcorder to
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- Replace the backup lithium battery and set the time zone, date and time (
Pressing Start/Stop will not start recording.
- Set the camcorder to
- Load a cassette (
(
Start/Stop
- Tape reached the end (“ END” appears on the screen). Rewind the tape or replace the cassette (
- Cassette is protected ( flashes on the screen). Change the position of the protect switch (
Camcorder will not focus.
- Autofocus does not work on that subject. Focus manually (
- If you are using the viewfinder, adjust it with the dioptric adjustment lever (
- Lens is dirty. Clean the lens with a soft lens-cleaning cloth (
89). Never use tissue paper to clean the lens.
Sound is distorted.
- When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks or concerts), sound may become distorted.
Viewfinder picture is blurred.
- Adjust the viewfinder with the dioptric adjustment lever (
Playback
During playback there is video noise.
- Video heads are dirty. Clean the video heads (
Playback does not start.
- Load a cassette (
- Set the camcorder to
- Tape reached the end (“
(
END” appears on the screen). Rewind the tape (
No sound from the built-in speaker.
- Open the LCD panel.
- Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume with the [SPEAKER VOLUME] setting (
Image will not appear on the TV screen.
- Video heads are dirty. Clean the video heads (
- Check again that the camcorder is properly connected to the TV (
Tape is running, but image will not appear on the TV screen.
- TV/VIDEO selector on the TV is not set to VIDEO. Set the selector to VIDEO (
- You attempted to play back or dub a copyright protected tape (
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Memory Card Operation
Memory card cannot be inserted.
- Memory card is not facing the correct direction. Turn the memory card over and reinsert it (
Cannot record on the memory card.
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54) to free some space or replace the memory card.
- Memory card was not initialized. Initialize the memory card (
- The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value. Set [FILE NOS.] to [RESET] (
Memory card cannot be played back.
- Set the camcorder to
Image cannot be erased.
(
- Image is protected. Cancel the protection (
- The write-protect switch on an SD or SDHC memory card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the position of the write-protect switch.
flashes in red.
- A memory card error occurred. Turn off the camcorder. Remove and reinsert the memory card. Initialize the memory card (
Printing
The printer is not operating even though the camcorder and printer are correctly connected.
- Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder and the printer. After a short while, turn them on again, set the camcorder to mode and restore the connection.
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Editing
Cannot record with this camcorder video input from an external video device connected using a DV cable.
- Wrong signal standard. Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device.
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List of Messages
(in alphabetical order) playback.
CARD FULL
CANNOT TRANSFER!
- You attempted to transfer a still image that cannot be displayed with this camcorder.
CARD ERROR
- A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record or display the image. camcorder off, remove the card and reinsert the card. If
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- Memory card is full. Erase some images (
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CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK
- Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack (
CHECK THE CASSETTE [AUDIO MODE]
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12bit].
- You attempted to dub audio (
66) on a tape with a blank section.
CHECK THE CASSETTE [INCORRECT TAPE SPECIFICATION]
- You attempted to dub audio (
66) on a tape recorded in HD (high definition) standard.
CHECK THE CASSETTE [REC MODE]
- You attempted to dub audio (
66) on a tape recorded in a recording mode other than SP.
CHECK THE INPUT
- The DV cable is not correctly connected to the DV terminal (
62), or the connected digital device is turned
off.
- The video input signal is in a different television system (PAL or SECAM).
CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED
- Condensation has been detected in the camcorder (
CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED REMOVE THE CASSETTE
- Condensation has been detected in the camcorder (
COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED
- You attempted to dub a copyright protected tape (
COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED
- You attempted to play back a copyright protected tape (
HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE
- Video heads are dirty. Clean the video heads (
INCORRECT TAPE SPECIFICATION PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED
- You attempted to play back a tape recorded in a different television system (PAL or SECAM) or in a recording standard not supported by this camcorder.
INPUT SIGNAL NOT SUPPORTED
- The digital device connected with the DV cable is incompatible with the camcorder.
NAMING ERROR
- The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value. Set the [FILE NOS.] option to [RESET] and erase all the images on the memory card (
NO CARD
- There is no memory card in the camcorder (
NO IMAGES
- No images are recorded on the memory card.
REMOVE THE CASSETTE
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- Camcorder stopped operating to protect the tape. Remove the cassette and reinsert it (
SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME
- You have not set the time zone, date and time. This message appears each time you turn the power on until you set the time zone, date and time (
TAPE END
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THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION
- Cassette is protected. Replace the cassette or change the position of the protect switch (
THIS IMAGE CANNOT BE RECORDED
- Some analog images cannot be recorded on the memory card depending on the signal.
TOO MANY STILL IMAGES DISCONNECT USB CABLE
- Disconnect the USB cable and decrease the number of still images on the memory card to less than 1,800. If a dialog appeared on the computer screen, close it and then restore the connection.
TRANSFER ORDER ERROR
- You attempted to set more than 998 transfer orders (
UNIDENTIFIABLE IMAGE
- The image file is corrupted or it was saved using a compression method other than that compatible with this camcorder (JPEG).
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Direct Print Related Messages
About Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS Printers: If the printer’s error indicator flashes or an error message appears on the printer’s operation panel, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
CANNOT PRINT!
- You attempted to print an image that was recorded with another camcorder, with a different compression, or was edited on a computer.
FILE ERROR
- You attempted to print an image that was recorded with another camcorder, with a different compression, or was edited on a computer.
HARDWARE ERROR
- Cancel printing. Turn off the printer and turn it back on. Check the printer status. If the printer is equipped with
INCOMPATIBLE PAPER SIZE
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INK ABSORBER FULL
- Select [CONTINUE] to resume printing. Contact a Canon Service Center (refer to the list included with the printer) to replace the ink absorber.
INK ERROR
COMMUNICATION ERROR
- The printer is experiencing a data transfer error. Cancel printing. Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder and the printer. After a short while, turn them on again, set the camcorder to reduce the number of images.
COULD NOT PRINT X IMAGES
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mode and restore the connection. If you attempted to print from a memory card that contains a large number of images,
- You attempted to use the print order settings to print X images that were recorded with another camcorder, with a different compression or were edited on a computer.
- There is a problem with the ink.
LOW INK LEVEL
- The ink cartridge needs to be replaced soon. Select [CONTINUE] to restart printing.
NO INK
- The ink cartridge is not inserted or is out of ink.
NO PAPER
- Paper is not correctly inserted or there is no paper.
NO PRINTHEAD
- No print head is installed in the printer or the print head is defective.
PAPER ERROR
- There is a problem with the paper. The paper is not correctly loaded or the paper size is wrong.
- If the paper output tray is closed, open it to print.
PAPER JAM
- The paper jammed during printing. Select [STOP] to cancel printing. After removing the paper, set some paper again and retry printing.
PAPER LEVER ERROR
- Paper lever error occurred. Adjust the paper selection lever to the proper position.
PRINT ERROR
- Cancel printing, disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer. After a while, turn the printer back on and reconnect the USB cable. Check the printer status.
PRINT ORDER ERROR
- You attempted to set more than 998 still images in the print order (
PRINTER COVER OPEN
- Close the printer cover securely.
PRINTER ERROR
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PRINTER IN USE
- The printer is in use. Check the printer status.
- No still image on the memory card has been marked with a print order.
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Battery Pack
Do’s and Don’ts
Handling Precautions
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DANGER!
Camcorder
Treat the battery pack with care.
• Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).
• Do not expose the battery pack to • Do not carry the camcorder by the
LCD panel. Be careful when closing the LCD panel.
• Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures (like the inside of a car under direct sunlight), or high humidity.
• Do not use the camcorder near strong electromagnetic fields such as above
TVs, near plasma TVs or mobile discharge naturally. Therefore, charge phones.
• Do not point the lens or viewfinder at them on the day of use, or the day strong light sources. Do not leave the camcorder pointed at a bright subject.
• Do not use or store the camcorder in
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• Be careful of heat generated by lighting equipment.
before, to ensure a full charge.
• Attach the terminal cover whenever a battery pack is not in use. Contact with metallic objects may cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack.
• Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camcorder. Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth.
• Since storing a charged battery pack for a long time (about 1 year) can
• Do not disassemble the camcorder. If the camcorder does not function shorten its lifecycle or affect performance, we recommend to discharge the battery pack fully and properly, consult qualified service personnel.
• Handle the camcorder with care. Do not subject the camcorder to shocks it.
• Do not drop or knock it.
• Do not get it wet.
to store it in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30
°C
(86
°F). If you do not use the battery pack for long periods, charge and or vibration as this may cause damage.
temperature higher than 60 °C
(140 °F). Do not leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather.
• Do not try to disassemble or modify discharge it fully at least once a year.
If you have more than one battery pack, perform these precautions at the same time for all battery packs.
• Although the battery pack’s operating temperature range is from 0
°C to
40
°C (32 °F to 104 °F), the optimal range is from 10
°C to 30 °C (50 °F to
86
°F). At cold temperatures, performance will temporarily decline.
Warm it in your pocket before use.
• Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes substantially at normal temperatures.
• Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use.
• Do not use spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes as they may damage the camcorder.
• Do not use tapes that have been jammed as video heads may become dirty.
• Do not insert anything into the small holes of the cassette, or cover them with cellophane tape.
About the battery terminal cover
The battery terminal cover has a [ ]shaped hole. This is useful when you wish to differentiate between charged and uncharged battery packs.
Back side of the battery pack
• Handle cassettes with care. Do not drop or subject them to severe impact as this may damage the cassettes.
• With cassettes equipped with a
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Charged
Cassette
removing and reinserting the cassette. The memory function is not supported by the camcorder.
Terminal cover attached
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Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure
To protect your recordings from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to
SAVE or ERASE OFF.
REC
SAVE
REC
SAVE
• Rewind tapes after use. A slack or damaged tape may cause video problems and/or audio distortions during playback.
• Return cassettes to the case and store them upright. Rewind tapes from time to time if they are stored for a long time.
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Memory Card Lithium Button Battery
• We recommend saving backups of
WARNING!
memory card images on your
• The battery used in this device may computer. Image data may be present a fire or chemical burn hazard corrupted or lost due to memory card if mishandled.
defects or exposure to static
• Do not disassemble, modify, immerse electricity. Canon makes no in water, heat above 100 °C (212 °F) or warranties for corrupted or lost data.
incinerate the battery.
• Do not turn off the camcorder, disconnect the power source or remove the memory card while the
CARD access indicator is flashing.
• Do not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fields.
• Do not leave memory cards in places subject to high humidity and high temperature.
• Backup battery: Replace with a
CR1616 battery made by Panasonic,
Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Toshiba, Varta or
Renata. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion.
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• Do not disassemble, bend, drop, or subject memory cards to shocks and do not expose them to water.
• Do not touch or expose the terminals to dust or dirt.
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• Do not attach any labels or stickers on the memory card.
• When you erase image files or may present a risk of fire or explosion.
• Do not insert the battery into the mouth. If swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately. The battery case may break and the battery fluids may cause internal damage.
• Keep the battery out of the reach of
• Do not recharge, short-circuit or insert
• Dispose of the used battery according
• Do not pick up the battery using initialize the memory card, only the children.
the battery in the wrong direction.
to applicable recycling regulations.
tweezers or other metal tools, as this file allocation table is altered and the will cause a short circuit.
data itself is not actually deleted. Take
• Wipe the battery with a clean dry the necessary precautions when you cloth to ensure proper contact.
dispose of the memory card, for
• For California, USA only: Included example by physically damaging it to lithium battery contains Perchlorate prevent the leakage of private data.
Material – special handling may apply.
For details see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Maintenance/Others
temperature changes suddenly. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth.
Condensation
Storage
LCD Screen
Moving the camcorder rapidly between brush.
hot and cold temperatures may cause
If you do not intend to use the condensation (water droplets) to form camcorder for a long time, store it in a place free of dust, in low humidity, and at temperatures not higher than 30
°C
(86
°F).
Cleaning
on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected.
Continued use may damage the camcorder.
cases:
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Camcorder Body
• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use
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Lens and Viewfinder
• If the lens surface is dirty, the autofocus may not work properly.
• Remove any dust or dirt particles using a non-aerosol type blower
• When the camcorder is moved from a
• When the camcorder is left in a humid room
• When a cold room is heated rapidly
T
O AVOID CONDENSATION
• Do not expose the camcorder to sudden or extreme changes in temperature.
• Remove the cassette, place the
• Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth camcorder in an airtight plastic bag to gently wipe the lens or viewfinder. and let it adjust to temperature
Never use tissue paper.
changes slowly before removing it from the bag.
• Clean the LCD screen using a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth.
• Condensation may form on the surface of the screen when the
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W
HEN CONDENSATION IS DETECTED
Using the Camcorder Abroad
• The camcorder automatically shuts off, the warning message
Power Sources
“CONDENSATION HAS BEEN
You can use the compact power
DETECTED” appears for approx. adapter to operate the camcorder and
4 seconds and starts flashing.
to charge battery packs in any country
• If a cassette is loaded, the warning with power supply between 100 and message “REMOVE THE CASSETTE”
240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult the Canon appears and starts flashing.
R
ESUMING USE
Service Center for information on plug
Remove the cassette immediately and leave the cassette compartment open. Leaving the cassette in the camcorder may damage the tape.
• A cassette cannot be loaded when condensation is detected.
adapters for overseas use.
Playback on a TV Screen
You can only play back your recordings on TVs compatible with the NTSC
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Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia,
The precise time required for water droplets to evaporate will vary depending on the location and weather conditions. After the condensation
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Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Greenland,
Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras,
Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico,
Micronesia, Myanmar, Nicaragua,
Panama, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico,
Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint
Vincent and the Grenadines, Surinam,
Taiwan, Trinidad and Tobago, USA,
Venezuela, Virgin Islands.
Trademark Acknowledgements
• is a trademark.
• The SD logo is a trademark. The SDHC logo is a trademark.
• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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System Diagram
(Availability differs from area to area)
CBC-NB2
Car Battery Charger
WS-20 Wrist Strap
NB-2LH, BP-2L5*,
BP-2L14 Battery Pack
CB-2LW
Battery Charger
SS-600/SS-650
Shoulder Strap
MiniDV videocassette
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Power Adapter
TV
VCR
WL-D85
Wireless Controller
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Stereo Video Cable
Commercially available
DV Cable
SD/SDHC memory card
MultiMediaCard
DVD recorder/digital device with DV terminal
Card adapter
Reader/Writer
Computer IFC-300PCU
USB Cable
SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case
PictBridge compatible printers
* The BP-2L5 is not available as a separate optional accessory.
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Optional Accessories
Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories. You can also obtain genuine accessories for your Canon camcorder by calling:
1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. Information Center.
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine
Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
Battery Packs
When you need extra battery packs, select
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CB-2LW Battery Charger
without a cable.
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Charging Times
The charging times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to charging conditions and initial charge of the battery pack.
Battery Pack
→
Charging Conditions
↓
BP-2L5 NB-2LH BP-2L14
Using the camcorder 145 min.
155 min.
285 min.
Using the CB-2LW Battery Charger 105 min.
160 min.
205 min.
Recording and Playback Times
The recording and playback times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to recording mode and charging, recording or playback conditions.
The effective usage time of the battery pack may decrease when recording in cold surroundings, when using the brighter screen settings, etc.
Battery Pack BP-2L5 NB-2LH
Screen Used Viewfinder LCD Viewfinder LCD Viewfinder
Maximum Recording Time 90 min.
85 min.
125 min.
120 min.
270 min.
260 min.
Typical Recording Time*
Playback Time
45 min.
–
45 min.
110 min.
power on/off.
CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger
65 min.
–
60 min.
145 min.
140 min.
145 min.
* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, and
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– 315 min.
Use the car battery charger to charge battery packs on the move. The car battery cable plugs into your car’s cigarette lighter and runs off a
12-24 V DC negative ground battery.
Shoulder Strap
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Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap.
LCD
BP-2L14
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WS-20 Wrist Strap
Use this for extra additional protection for active shooting.
SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case
A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories.
This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you accessories or products bearing the same mark.
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Product Codes
Provided Accessories
CA-590 Compact Power Adapter
BP-2L5 Battery Pack
WL-D85 Wireless Controller
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
IFC-300PCU USB Cable
D85-1671-000
D85-1632-000
D83-0712-000
3067A002BA (D82-0590-001)
6906A001AA (D82-0590-001)
Optional Accessories
NB-2LH Battery Pack
BP-2L14 Battery Pack
CB-2LW Battery Charger
CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger
WS-20 Wrist Strap
SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case
DVM-CL DV Cleaning Cassette
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9389A001AA
3134A002AA (D36-0032-201)
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Specifications
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ZR950
System
Video Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system), digital component recording
Audio Recording System
Television System
Image Sensor
PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48 kHz/2 channels); 12 bit (32 kHz)
EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal
1/6-inch CCD, approx. 1,070,000 pixels
Effective pixels
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(all figures are approximate values)
16:9 Movies (advanced zoom)
(other zoom types)
4:3 Movies (advanced zoom)
(other zoom types)
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690,000 pixels
800,000 pixels
Tape Speed
(60 min. tape)
LCD Screen
Viewfinder
Microphone
Lens
Compatible Tapes
Maximum Recording Time
Still images
Videocassettes bearing the
SP: 18.81 mm/s (0.74 ips); LP: 12.56 mm/s (0.49 ips)
SP: 60 minutes; LP: 90 minutes
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0.35 in., wide, TFT color, approx. 114,000 pixels
Stereo electret condenser microphone f=2.6–96.2 mm, F/2.0–5.2, 37x power zoom
35 mm equivalent (all figures are approximate values)
16:9 Movies (advanced zoom) 41.7–2,002 mm
(other zoom types)
4:3 Movies (advanced zoom)
(other zoom types)
Still images
47.1–1,743 mm
44.6–2,453 mm
44.6–1,650 mm
41.5–1,536 mm
Lens Configuration
AF system
10 elements in 8 groups (1 double-sided, aspheric element)
TTL autofocus, manual focus available
Minimum Focusing Distance 1 m (3.3 ft.); 1 cm (0.39 in.) on maximum wide angle
White Balance Auto white balance, preset white balance (DAYLIGHT, TUNGSTEN) or custom white balance
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When two values are given, the first indicates the value at full telephoto (T) and the second indicates the value at full wide-angle (W).
Minimum Illumination
Recommended Illumination
Image Stabilization
2.1 lx ([NIGHT] recording program, Shutter speed at 1/8)
8 lx ( mode, Auto slow shutter [ON], Shutter speed at 1/30)
More than 100 lx
Electronic
Memory Card
Recording Media
Size of Still Images
SDHC (SD High Capacity) memory card, SD memory card, MultiMedia Card (MMC)*
1,152 x 864, 640 x 480 pixels
File Format
Image Compression Method
Design rule for Camera File system (DCF), Exif 2.2** compliant, DPOF compliant
JPEG (compression: Super Fine, Fine, Normal)
* This camcorder has been tested with SD memory cards up to 2 GB. Performance cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards.
** This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between camcorders and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camcorder’s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.
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Input/Output Terminals
AV Terminal
DV Terminal
Power/Others
USB Terminal
∅ 3.5 mm minijack, output only
Video: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced
Audio: -10 dBV (47 kohms load/3 kohms or less)
4 pin (IEEE1394 standard), input/output
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Power supply (rated)
Power consumption
Operating temperature
7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter)
2.4 W (viewfinder), 2.5 W (LCD screen, normal brightness)
0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 68 x 82 x 127 mm (2.7 x 3.2 x 5.0 in.) excluding the grip belt
Weight (camcorder body only) 390 g (13.8 oz.)
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CA-590 Compact Power Adapter
Power input
Rated output
Operating temperature
Dimensions
Weight
100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.14 – 0.08 A
8.4 V DC, 0.6 A
0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
46 x 26 x 70 mm (1.8 x 1.0 x 2.8 in.)
95 g (3.4 oz.)
BP-2L5 Battery Pack
Battery type
Rated voltage
Operating temperature
Battery capacity
Dimensions
Weight change without notice.
Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery
7.4 V DC
0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
530 mAh
33.3 x 16.2 x 45.2 mm (1.3 x 0.64 x 1.8 in.)
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Index
Digital video input (DV dubbing)
Direct print
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Direct transfer
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
DV terminal
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62, 67
6-second auto date
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
A
E
EASY (recording program)
End search
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Abroad, using the camcorder
Aspect ratio of a connected TV (TV type)
Erasing still images
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Error messages
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Exposure
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
of movies (Widescreen)
B
Audio dubbing
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Audio mode
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Audio output channel
Auto slow shutter
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Autofocus (AF): AF frame
(9-point AiAF/Center point)
AV terminal
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
G
F
File numbers
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Fireworks (recording program)
Focus priority
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
FUNC. menu
Grip belt
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
I
Image effects
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
C
Backup battery
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Battery pack
Charging
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Remaining charge indicator
Beep
Compact power adapter
Condensation
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Connections to a computer
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Image jump
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Image stabilizer
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Index screen
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Initializing memory cards
J
Joystick
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Joystick guide
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
to a TV/VCR
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
L
Language
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
LCD screen
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
LCD video light
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
LP mode
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
D
Data code
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Date and time
Date format
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Daylight saving time
Time zone
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Date search
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Digital effects
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
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M S
Magnifying a still image
Maintenance
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Manual exposure adjustment
Manual focus
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Markers
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Memory card
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 88
Mode switch
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Screen icons
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
SD/SDHC card
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 88
Self timer
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Serial number
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setup menus
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 73
Shutter speed
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Slideshow
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Reviewing
Snow (recording program)
SP mode
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
N
Playback
Special scene (recording programs)
Night (recording program)
O
Onscreen display selection
P
P (recording program)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Movies
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Q
Still images
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Portrait (recording program)
Power save
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Print order
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Printing still images
Protecting still images
Quick Start function
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
R
Recording
Transfer order
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Transferring to a computer
Tripod
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Troubleshooting
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
U
USB terminal
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
V
Video heads, cleaning
Videocassettes
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29, 87
Movies
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Sports (recording program)
Spotlight (recording program)
Still image quality
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Still image size
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Sunset (recording program)
T
Telephoto
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Movies
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Still images
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Viewfinder
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Still images
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Volume
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Recording mode
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Recording programs
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Recording reminder
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
W
White balance
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Wide angle
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Widescreen 16:9
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Remaining tape indicator
Remote sensor
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Wind screen
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Wireless controller
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Movies (Record review)
Still images (Review)
Z
Zero set memory
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Zoom
Advanced zoom
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Zoom speed
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Zoom type
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
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The Equipment is warranted under normal, non-commercial, personal use, against defective materials or workmanship as follows:
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The Equipment is warranted under normal, non-commercial, personal use, against defective materials or workmanship as follows:
Parts: Defective parts will be exchanged for new parts or, at Canon Canada’s option, comparable rebuilt parts for a period of one year from the date of original purchase, except Video Heads which will be exchanged for a period of 3 months from the date of purchase.
Labour: For a period of one year from the date of original purchase, labour will be provided free of charge by our Canon Service Facilities in Canada.
This limited warranty covers all defects except where:
(a) The loss or damage to the product results from: i) accident, natural disaster, mishandling, abuse, neglect, unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions contained in the instruction manual; ii) the use of accessories, attachments, products, supplies, parts or devices with the Equipment that do not conform to Canon specifications or that cause abnormally frequent service problems; iii) repairs or services performed by any party other than a Canon Service Facility; iv) defective batteries or any exposure to water, sand or dirt; v) shipping (claim must be presented to the shipper);
(b) Any serial number on the video Equipment is altered or removed.
(c) The Equipment is used for commercial, professional or industrial purposes.
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using it.
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