Page 1 ZR50 MC. Este manual de instrucciones explica el uso de las videocámaras ZR50 MC y ZR45 MC. Por favor tenga en cuanta que las instrucciones y las explicaciones de este manual de instrucciones corresponden principalmente al modelo ZR50 MC.
Page 2: E Important Usage Instructions
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR50 MC A/ZR45 MC A and all its accessories. 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
Page 4 19. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified by Canon or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
Page 5: Operating Step And Reference Guide
Operating Step and Reference Guide Your camcorder is supplied with two manuals: the “Digital Video Camcorder ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC Instruction Manual” and the “Digital Video Solution Disk Instruction Manual”. Digital Video Camcorder ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC Instruction Manual Mastering the Basics...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Introduction Important Usage Instructions ...2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...3 Operating Step and Reference Guide ...5 Thank you for Choosing a Canon ...8 Introducing the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC ...9 Mastering the Basics Finding Your Way Around the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC ...10 ~ Preparations ...
Page 7 Press the MENU button. • The illustrated screens are for the ZR50 MC. Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model Name ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC Serial No.
Page 8: Thank You For Choosing A Canon
Thank you for Choosing a Canon First, we’d like to thank you for purchasing this Canon camcorder. Its advanced technology makes it very easy to use — you will soon be making high-quality videos which will give you pleasure for years to come.
Page 9: Introducing The Zr50 Mc/Zr45 Mc
Stabilizes your recordings even in long telephoto shots. Advanced Accessory Shoe Allows the Canon Video Light VL-3 or the Directional Stereo Microphone DM- 50 (both optional) to be easily attached and powered by the camcorder’s own power source. Digital Effects...
Page 10: Finding Your Way Around The Zr50 Mc/Zr45 Mc
Finding Your Way Around the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC – REC (record) SEARCH Record review button (p. 39)/ (rewind) button (p. 30)/ – CARD button (p. 111) LCD screen (p. 27) Self-timer button (p. 72)/ DATA CODE button (p. 82) Card MIX button (p.
Page 11 Serial number (Body No.) Viewfinder (p. 131, 138) Strap attachment bar (p. 132) Start/Stop button (p. 21) POWER switch (p. 20) C A M E R A • O F F • PLAY(VCR) • Viewfinder focusing lever (p. 131) PHOTO button (p. 56, 107) Viewfinder protect cover (p.
Page 12 u (LANC) terminal (p. 87) USB terminal (p. 127) AV (audio/video) IN/OUT terminal (p. 34, 90, 92)/ (phones) terminal (p. 34) CHARGE indicator (p. 14) DC IN terminal (p. 13) MIC terminal (p. 70, 97) PHOTO button (p. 56, 107) START/STOP button (p.
Page 13: Powering Your Camcorder
TV or the antenna cable. Connecting the camcorder to an AC outlet Use the power adapter to provide your camcorder with instant power from an AC outlet. Always turn the camcorder off before connecting/removing the power source.
Page 14 • Rotate the viewfinder upwards. • With the triangle on the battery pack pointing downwards, align the edge of the battery pack with the line on the camcorder, press lightly and slide the battery down until it clicks into place.
Page 15 Subject to change without notice. When replacement of power supply is required, please return it to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-560 or equivalent. The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For areas where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter.
Page 16 Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit (optional) The Compact Power Adapter CA-560 included with the camcorder can be used along with the CR-560 Kit for 3 different ways to power the camcorder or charge battery packs: 1. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs with power from your car battery.
Page 17 2. Operate the camcorder with power from your car battery. Camcorder + DC Cable + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable → car’ s cigarette lighter 3. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs from a household AC outlet. 1 or 2 battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Compact Power Adapter •...
Page 18: Loading A Cassette
• Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover. • Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use — return it to its case and store it in a cool, clean, dry place.
Page 19: Cassette Memory
(This switch position is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE OFF.) If you load this cassette and put the camcorder in record pause mode ( “ T HE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” is displayed for approx. 4 seconds and then the v mark flashes in the display.
Page 20: Basic Recording
• The camcorder power indicator lights up. • The confirmation beep sounds. • The camcorder will turn itself off if you leave it in record pause mode for more than about 5 minutes. To return to record pause mode, turn the POWER switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.
Page 21 Notes: • To check that the camcorder is recording correctly, make a test recording first. • Before making important recordings, clean the video heads using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette.
Page 22: Changing The Recording Mode
Changing the recording mode Choose from 4 recording modes: SP (standard play), 1.5× SP, 2× SP or 3× SP. • Only SP and LP modes are available when the camcorder is set to CARD PLAY (VCR) mode. You can record and play back a tape in SP (standard play) and LP (long play) modes.
Page 23 • If you play back a recording made for 16:9 on a normal TV screen, the image will appear to be vertically “ s quashed” (compressed). • If you connect the camcorder to a TV with an S1 terminal or the Video ID-1 system, recordings made in the 16:9 mode for wide screen TVs will automatically play back in wide screen mode on the TV screen.
Page 24 BEEP, set it to OFF and close the menu. Demonstration mode You can see a demonstration of the camcorder’ s main features. To see the demonstration, do either of the following: • With no cassette or memory card inserted, turn the DEMO MODE on in the TAPE CAMERA menu or CARD CAMERA menu and close the menu.
Page 25: Zooming
Zooming 22× optical zoom/ The camcorder’ s zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for each scene: • Move the zoom control towards W to zoom out to wide-angle. • Move it towards T to zoom in to telephoto.
Page 26 Magnifies the camcorder’ s zoom range by up to 20 × in TAPE CAMERA mode. The zoom control continues to work as usual. You can freely zoom in and out between 1× and 360× magnification — the camcorder automatically switches between optical zooming (up to 18×) and digital zooming (18×...
Page 27: Using The Lcd Screen
Notes: • Avoid touching the LCD screen when moving the LCD panel. • Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD panel or the viewfinder.
Page 28: Adjusting The Lcd Screen
• Turn the selector dial down to make the display darker. Notes: • The camcorder will remember your brightness setting even after you turn it off. • The brightness of the LCD does not affect that of the recorded images or the viewfinder.
Page 29: Allowing The Subject To Monitor Recording
Allowing the subject to monitor recording When you turn the LCD panel so that it faces the same direction as the lens, you can watch yourself during recording or let your subject monitor recording. The viewfinder is also activated when the panel is in this position.
Page 30: Playing Back A Cassette
• To wind the tape backwards, stop playback and press the ` (rewind) button. • If the playback picture is rough (mosaic-like noise), clean the video heads using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette. FOCUS...
Page 31 Other playback modes Playback pause Press the a (pause) button. To resume normal playback, press it again, or press the e (play) button. The camcorder automatically goes into stop mode after about 5 minutes’playback pause. Fast forward playback To play back the recording at about 9.5 times normal speed, press and hold the 1 (fast forward) button during normal playback or press and hold the 1 (fast forward) button during normal fast forward.
Page 32 To play back in reverse at normal speed, press the – / 4a button during normal forward playback. Press the PLAY e button to return to normal forward playback. • The camcorder automatically goes into stop mode after about 2 minutes of paused reverse playback. Forward ×2 Playback Press the ×2 button during normal playback.
Page 33 • Sometimes audio may sound distorted when the volume is turned up high. If this happens, turn down the volume. • The speaker turns off when the camcorder is set to any mode other than TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode. Using the headphones •...
Page 34: Connections For Playback On A Tv Screen
Connections for Playback on a TV Screen You can connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR in order to play back your recordings. You will need to attach a power source to the camcorder ( Power off all devices before starting the connections.
Page 35 For higher picture quality, we recommend playing back recordings on a TV with an S (S1) terminal. If you connect the camcorder to a TV with an S1 terminal, recordings made in the 16:9 mode for wide screen TVs will automatically play back in wide screen mode on the TV screen.
Page 36 R (right). Connect the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal VIDEO. • If you are connecting the camcorder to a TV, set the TV/VIDEO selector on the television to VIDEO. • If you are connecting the camcorder to a VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
Page 37: Tips For Making Better Videos
Using a tripod To prevent any unwanted movement, you can mount the camcorder on a tripod, (or any flat surface at a suitable height) and operate it with the wireless controller. • When you are using a tripod, be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight or it may melt.
Page 38: Picture Angle
Hold the final image for a few seconds before you stop recording. Tilt the camcorder up to exaggerate the height of the subject. Tilt down from the top of a building, for example, as an introduction to subjects at the bottom.
Page 39: Searching And Reviewing While Recording
• The camcorder returns to record pause mode. Record review When the camcorder is in record pause mode, you can use record review to play back the last few seconds of your recording and then return automatically to record pause mode. You can quickly make sure that a scene has recorded properly and then go on to shoot the next scene, without producing any noise in the picture.
Page 40: Using The Menus
Using the Menus Many of the camcorder’ s advanced functions are selected from menus which appear in the display. There are 4 main menus: CAM. MENU Camera menu VCR MENU VCR menu C.CAM. MENU Card camera menu C.PLAY MENU Card play menu CAM.
Page 41 Selecting from the Menus 2, 11 MENU MENU 1. Turn the POWER switch and the TAPE/CARD switch to the desired settings. 2. Press the MENU button to open the menu. • One of the main menus appears, according to the settings of the TAPE/CARD switch and the POWER switch.
Page 42: List Of Menus
• Pressing the start/stop button or the PHOTO button will close the menu and start recording. • You can display the menus on a connected TV screen by turning TV SCREEN 149) on through the menu or using the wireless controller’ s TV SCREEN button.
Page 43: Demo Mode
3 VCR set up submenu o Record mode... !0 Wind screen ... !1 Audio mode ... !2 AV or headphones... !3 Return 4 Display set up submenu !4 Brightness ... !5 Mirror mode... !6 TV screen... !7 Date/time display... !8 Card access display... !9 Demo mode...
Page 44 VCR MENU, cont. 1 VCR set up submenu q Record mode... w Output channel... e Audio dubbing ... r Wind screen ... t Audio mode ... y AV or headphones... u Analog-digital converter... i Return 2 Card set up submenu o Image quality ...
Page 45 5 System submenu Light-up buttons ... Button light color ... @3 Wireless controller... @4 Beep ... @5 Return 2 C. CAM. MENU Set the POWER switch to There are 5 submenus within the C. CAM. MENU. 1 To camera set up submenu 2 To card set up submenu 3 To VCR set up submenu 4 To display set up submenu...
Page 46: System Submenu
C. CAM. MENU, cont. 3 VCR set up submenu !0 AV or headphones... 4 Display set up submenu !1 Brightness ... !2 Mirror mode... !3 TV screen... !4 Date/time display... !5 Card access display... !6 Demo mode... !7 Return 5 System submenu Light-up buttons ...
Page 47 1-1 Card operations submenu (when playing back a single image) q Copy from card to cassette . w Erase all print marks ... e Image erase ... r Format... t Return 1-2 Card operations submenu (when displaying an index screen) y To image protect ...
Page 48 C. PLAY MENU, cont. 4 System submenu Light-up buttons ... Button light color ... !9 Wireless controller... @0 Beep ... @1 Return SYSTEM BUTTONLIGHT•ON LIGHT COLOR•YELLOW WL.REMOTE••• BEEP••••••••ON RETURN SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE...
Page 49: Using The Wireless Controller
• When using the wireless controller in brightly lit places or outdoors, the effective range will be less. • The camcorder may have difficulty picking up the remote control signals at extremely close range. • Do not leave the controller exposed to direct sunlight, or in hot or humid places.
Page 50 The wireless controller and the camcorder have been preset to mode 1. If you change the mode on the camcorder, be sure to change the mode on the wireless controller to the same mode. TAPE...
Page 51 Notes: • The mode the camcorder is set to also appears for 4 seconds when you turn the power on. • When you replace the batteries, the wireless controller returns to mode 1.
Page 52: Adjusting The Selectable Color Light-Up Buttons
Adjusting the Selectable Color Light-up Buttons The clear buttons above the LCD panel light up when the camcorder’ s power is on, or only when one of the buttons is pressed, making it possible to play back cassettes when in dark surroundings. You can also change the color in which they light up to green, orange, blue, yellow, turquoise (greenish blue) or purple.
Page 53: Setting The Date And Time
The date and/or time display forms part of the data code. You can choose to display or hide it during playback ( Set the date and time display when you first start using your camcorder. Install the backup battery before you begin ( •...
Page 54 • The camcorder automatically accounts for the number of days in a month and leap year. 24 1...
Page 55: Date And Time Display
Setting the clock After you set the date and time, the date/time and home time zone will be displayed for about 4 seconds each time you turn the power on. TAPE CAMERA CARD SYSTEM 1. Open the menu and select SYSTEM. 2.
Page 56: Taking Still Pictures To A Cassette
Press the PHOTO button fully down and the still picture will be taken immediately. • The camcorder takes the image immediately, and then records the “ p hoto” to the tape for approximately 6 seconds ( mode). During this time the camcorder also records the sound, and the display shows the still picture.
Page 57 Focus with the selector dial. 2. Press the PHOTO button fully down to take the still picture. • The camcorder takes the image immediately, and then records the “ p hoto” to the tape for approximately 6 seconds*. During this time the camcorder also records the sound, and the display shows the still picture.
Page 58: Turning The Image Stabilizer Off
Turning the Image Stabilizer Off With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeable during telephoto recording. However, the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC’ s image stabilizer allows you to obtain steady recordings even at high magnification. TAPE CAMERA CAM.SET UP To turn the image stabilizer off, open the menu and select CAM.SET...
Page 59: Using The Various Recording Programs
Using the Various Recording Programs The camcorder provides you with a choice of 8 recording programs. They use different combinations of camcorder settings in order to adjust the exposure and other functions to match the recording situation. • For simple point-and-shoot operation, select the Easy Recording program. Slide the program selector to the [ position.
Page 60 • Avoid changing programs during recording as the brightness of the image may change suddenly. • If you switch the camcorder from the [ program to the camcorder returns to the Auto program. • When recording in dark places a bright light in the scene may cause a vertical light bar (“...
Page 61 Easy Recording The simplest way to use the camcorder is with the program selector set to the [ position. The camcorder will take care of focus, exposure and other adjustments, leaving you free to point and shoot. Auto This is the same as the Easy Recording program, except that you now have the option of using any of the camcorder’...
Page 62 Sand & Snow Use this program in places where the background is so bright that the subject appears underexposed in the display — a sunny beach or ski resort, for example. You may notice some shudder when recording moving subjects. Low Light This program allows you to record in dimly lit places.
Page 63: Using Digital Effects
D.EFFECT | from the digital effects menu. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to close the menu. • The camcorder remembers your chosen digital effect setting until you change it. • Digital effects can be selected but not operated on a blank blue screen (appears in TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode).
Page 64 Faders Fade Trigger (FADE-T) When you start recording, the scene gradually fades in from a black screen. Vertical Wipe (WIPE When you start recording, the picture begins as a thin vertical line in the center of the screen which gradually expands sideways until it fills the whole of the screen.
Page 65 Effects Sepia (SEPIA) Makes a monochrome image with a brownish tint. Art (ART) Adds a paint- like effect, called solarization, to the image. *Available during TAPE CAMERA or TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode only Mosaic (MOSAIC)* Blurs the image by enlarging the size of some pixels.
Page 66: Operating Faders
Digital effects can be set with the controls on the body of the camcorder or the wireless controller. Pressing the ▲/▼ buttons on the wireless controller correspond to turning the selector dial up and down, and pressing the SET button corresponds to pressing the selector dial in.
Page 67 6. If you’re in TAPE CAMERA mode: If you’re in TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode: Operating effects Sound records/plays back normally. When operating effects in TAPE CAMERA or CARD CAMERA mode, make sure the program selector is set to Q . TAPE CAMERA TAPE...
Page 68: Using The Multi-Image Screen
Divides your display image into 4, 9 or 16 smaller images with the Image Capture feature. With this feature, the camcorder captures the current scene being shot or replayed. Choose the transition speed — manual, fast (every 4 frames), moderate (every 6 frames*) or slow (every 8 frames*) —...
Page 69 • The currently recording image is framed in blue. The frame disappears after the last image is captured. • Automatic: The camcorder will capture the indicated number of images at the indicated speed. 10.If you’re in TAPE CAMERA mode, push the start/stop button to begin recording.
Page 70: Audio Recording
• For details of playing back a tape that has new sound on stereo 2, see p. 100. • When you record to the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC from a camcorder with DV terminal outputs, the audio mode becomes automatically set to 12 bit.
Page 71: Wind Screen
• Be careful when using long microphones as they may extend into the frame. Wind screen The camcorder has an automatic wind screen to prevent wind noise from interfering with the sound track. Make sure it’s off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible.
Page 72: Setting The Self-Timer
• To have the subject monitor recording, rotate the LCD panel 180° ( For movies 2. Press the start/stop button. • The camcorder starts to record after a 10-second countdown period (or after 2 seconds when you use the wireless controller). The time remaining counts down in the display (e.g. “5 SEC”).
Page 73 Notes: • To cancel the self-timer before the countdown has begun, press the TIMER button. • To cancel the self-timer once the countdown has begun, press the TIMER button. SELF SELF...
Page 74: Using The Vl-3 Video Light (Optional)
Using the VL-3 Video Light (optional) When recording in dark rooms, attach the Video Light to the camcorder’s advanced accessory shoe. The Video Light is powered by the same power source as the camcorder. Also refer to the VL-3 Video Light instructions.
Page 75: Using The Dm-50 Microphone (Optional)
Using the DM-50 Microphone (optional) The highly sensitive Directional Stereo Microphone DM-50 has been designed exclusively for camcorders equipped with an advanced accessory shoe powered by the camcorder’s power supply. Use during cassette recording or audio dubbing ( 97). Refer to the DM-50’s instructions for further details.
Page 76: Ajusting Ae Shift
Push the AE SHIFT button so that e appears before AE. Then you can adjust the exposure manually. • You cannot adjust the AE Shift when the camcorder is set to [ (Easy Recording), the Spotlight, Sand & Snow or Night recording program.
Page 77: Setting The Shutter Speed
However, if the brightness of the LCD or viewfinder display starts to flicker, make sure the camcorder is set to the Auto or Night recording program and select the 1/100 shutter speed.
Page 78 AUTO. • The image may not appear smooth when a high shutter speed is set. • The camcorder returns to the auto shutter setting when you slide the program selector to [ (Easy Recording), or change the recording program. • If you set the shutter speed to 1/500 or above in TAPE CAMERA mode and then switch the camcorder to CARD CAMERA mode, the shutter speed will automatically change to 1/250.
Page 79: Adjusting Focus Manually
Adjusting Focus Manually The camcorder can focus automatically. All you have to do is point it, and whatever is in the center of the display will usually be in sharp focus. If it does not seem to be focusing well, it may be because the subject is not suitable for autofocus.
Page 80: Setting The White Balance
TAPE CAMERA CAM.SET UP 1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode. 2. Open the menu and select CAM.SET UP. 3. Select WHITE BAL. 4. a) For the indoor, outdoor or auto settings, press the selector dial in to choose the setting.
Page 81 • The white balance returns to the AUTO setting when you slide the program selector to [ (Easy Recording). • When you turn the camcorder on, the white balance returns to AUTO. If you then switch the white balance to SET, the camcorder will remember your last setting.
Page 82: Displaying Date, Time And Camcorder Data (Data Code)
During TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode, the data code can be displayed or hidden while the camcorder is in play, slow or still mode. Camcorder data may be displayed as “ – – – ” during fast forward, rewind, reverse playback, forward and reverse ×2 playback.
Page 83: Setting The Data Code
– If the tape was recorded on a camcorder without a data code function. – If noise or tape damage prevents the data code from being read. • If a recording made on ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC is played back on a different DV camcorder, the data code may not be displayed correctly.
Page 84 Six-second auto date The 6-second auto date appears for 6 seconds to mark the changeover of a day if the tape was being recorded at 12:00 midnight. It also appears for 6 seconds when you start playback and have the data code turned off. The 6-second auto date will adjust for any time zone changes you have indicated.
Page 85: Searching The Tape (Photo Search/Date Search)
• If you begin a search very close to the start of a recorded still picture during photo search, the camcorder may skip straight past it. • When you have set the area for the World Clock, date search also looks for the change in date based on the adjusted time.
Page 86: Returning To A Pre-Marked Position
• If you remove the tape while the zero set memory is set, the memory is canceled and the tape counter reverts to time code. • The camcorder remembers your setting even if you turn it off and back on again or move the program selector.
Page 87: Editing
Editing to a VCR By connecting the camcorder to a VCR, you can edit your recordings in order to remove unwanted scenes — or combine different shots to create your own video productions. Preparations 1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR.
Page 88: Dubbing To/From A Cassette With Digital Video Equipment
Example dubbing to the camcorder 1. Connect the camcorder and the other digital device. • Connect the Canon CV-150F DV cable (optional) with the sides of the plugs marked with the arrows facing as shown above. 2. Prepare the other device.
Page 89 Certain pre-recorded software tapes are copyright protected. If you try to play back such a cassette, “ C OPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED” appears in the display for a few seconds and then the camcorder displays a blank blue screen; you cannot view the contents of the cassette.
Page 90: Recording From A Vcr, Tv Or Analog Camcorder (Analog Line-In)
Recording from a VCR, TV or Analog Camcorder (Analog Line-in) You can record a video played on your VCR or analog camcorder (for digital camcorders, see p. 88) or a TV program onto a tape in the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC, if the TV or other device has audio/video outputs.
Page 91 2. Press the REC PAUSE button on the wireless controller. • S-video and AV IN/OUT terminals work as input terminals. • The camcorder enters record pause mode. 3. Start playback on the other device or turn on the TV to see the desired program while you monitor the picture.
Page 92: Digitally Outputting Analog Video And Audio Signals (Analog-Digital Converter)
Digitally outputting analog video and audio signals (Analog-Digital Converter) Connecting the camcorder to your VCR or 8 mm video camera allows conversion of recorded analog video and audio signals to digital signals in an instant. The digital signals can be output to the other equipment with a DV terminal. The camcorder’...
Page 93 ON, you cannot input digital signals through the camcorder’ s DV terminal. • If you attempt to perform analog-digital conversion with a cassette inserted to the camcorder, the converted signals may not be output to the connected digital video equipment.
Page 94: Recording Over Existing Scenes (Av Insert Editing)
You can insert new scenes from your VCR or other camcorder onto your pre- recorded tape using the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC’ s analog line-in or DV in terminals. Original video and audio will be replaced with the new video and audio.
Page 95 Preparations The tape in the camcorder: When using the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC’ s AV insert function, only record to tapes recorded in SP mode. If there are non-recorded portions or portions recorded in a mode other than SP mode on the tape, recording will stop.
Page 96 2. On the camcorder, press PLAY and locate the recording start point. Set the camcorder to playback pause mode. • You can use the playback buttons on the body of the camcorder or the special playback functions on the wireless controller in the same way as in playback mode.
Page 97: Audio Dubbing
SP mode with 12-bit sound, we recommend dubbing your original tape onto a blank tape using the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC’ s analog line-in function, then dubbing audio onto the new tape. Make absolutely sure to set the audio mode of the new tape to 12-bit and the recording mode to SP.
Page 98 S-video terminal ( Preparations Turn the camcorder’ s POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) and move the camcorder’ s TAPE/CARD switch to TAPE. Load a recorded cassette. • Make sure the REC/SAVE tab on the cassette has been slid to REC (closed position).
Page 99 4. Locate the point where you want to start audio dubbing, then press the PAUSE button. • You can use the playback buttons on the body of the camcorder or the special playback functions on the wireless controller in the same way as in playback mode.
Page 100: Setting The Audio Mix
Setting the Audio Mix When you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode, you can set the audio output to play: stereo 1 (the original sound), stereo 2 (any new sound, dubbed to the tape after recording), or mix the balance between the two. •...
Page 101 Selecting audio output channels When you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels, you can change the output channels of that sound. PLAY TAPE (VCR) VCR SET UP 1. Load a tape recorded with multiple-channel audio. 2.
Page 102: Connecting To A Pc Using A Dv Cable
To transfer still images from a memory card to your PC by using a USB cable, see p. 127. By using a DV cable and connecting the camcorder to a PC equipped with a DV terminal conforming to IEEE 1394/DV compatible capture board, you can transfer images taken with the camcorder to your PC.
Page 103: Memory Card Introduction
• Copy multiple still images automatically to and from a cassette ( • Utilize memory card still images on a PC ( You can use most of the camcorder’ s functions when recording to a memory card, such as the various recording programs (...
Page 104 Notes: • When you set the camcorder to CARD PLAY (VCR) mode, the last image recorded appears. If there are no images recorded on the memory card, NO IMAGES appears in the display.
Page 105: Quality
Notes: • Depending on the image you are recording, sometimes there will be no difference in image quality between settings. • Images are compressed and recorded in the JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format. • The number of pixels is 640 × 480 (VGA) in both FINE and STANDARD modes.
Page 106: File Nos
File numbers The images you take are automatically assigned file numbers from 0101-9900 and stored in folders of 100 images each. Each folder is numbered from 101 to 998 and recorded on the memory card. Sample images have been pre-recorded on the supplied MultiMediaCard, entering folder number 100 (folder name is “...
Page 107: Recording Still Images To A Memory Card
• The number of images that can still be recorded on the memory card, and other information appear in the display. • The camcorder will turn itself off if you are using a battery and do not operate the camcorder for more than about 5 minutes. Set the POWER switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.
Page 108 • When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA and the TAPE/CARD switch is moved from TAPE to CARD, the camcorder modifies the image for appropriate recording onto a memory card.
Page 109: Recording An Image From A Cassette As A Still Image
Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image FOCUS SLIDE SHOW Record an image from a cassette onto a memory card. To automatically record multiple still images from a cassette to a memory card, refer to “ C opying Still Images from a Cassette”...
Page 110: Recording From Another Dv Device As A Still Image
TAPE Preparations 1. Connect the camcorder to the other digital device. • Connect the Canon CV-150F DV cable (optional) with the sides of the plugs marked with the arrows facing as shown above. 2. Prepare the other device. • Turn on the power and load a recorded cassette.
Page 111: Viewing Still Images
Play back and view still images recorded on a memory card. (For details on connecting to a TV, see “ C onnections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 34) • The camcorder may not be able to copy or play, etc., images recorded on a non- Canon camcorder.
Page 112: Slide Show
Card Jump Function You can jump from the current image to the desired image of unadjacent image number without displaying the images one by one. The numbers shown in the upper right in CARD PLAY (VCR) mode indicate the image number of the current still image / total number of still images on the memory card.
Page 113: Settings Of The Still Image Recorded To A Memory Card
An image on a memory card must be marked before it can be printed. The camcorder supports the Images can be automatically printed on a DPOF-supporting Canon printer. Up to 50 images per memory card can be print marked. There are 3 ways to mark a still image for printing (including the ways to cancel the setting).
Page 114 ● Erasing Still Images Erase images singly or all at once. • You cannot erase protected images. Cancel image protection first in order to erase an image. • Erase images with caution. Once an image has been erased it cannot be restored.
Page 115 File Operation (FILE OPER.) PLAY CARD (VCR) 1. With an image in the display, press the selector dial in to open the FILE OPER. menu. • PROTECT , PRINT MARK • If you select |RETURN, the menu disappears from the display. To protect an image 2.
Page 116: Preventing Accidental Erasure (Protect)
(VCR) CARD OPER. Make sure a memory card that has images recorded on it is inserted into the camcorder. 1. With an image in the display, press the • Up to 6 images appear in the display. • Move the 112).
Page 117: Marking A Still Image For Printing (Print Mark)
(VCR) CARD OPER. Make sure a memory card that has images recorded on it has been inserted into the camcorder. 1. With an image in the display, press the • Up to 6 images appear in the display. • Move the...
Page 118 CARD (VCR) CARD OPER. Make sure a memory card that has images recorded on it has been inserted into the camcorder. 1. With an image in the display, open the menu and select CARD OPER. 2. Select PRINT MARKS • ERASE ALL PRINT MARKS 3.
Page 119: Erasing Still Images
(VCR) CARD OPER. Make sure a memory card that has images recorded on it is inserted into the camcorder. To erase images one at a time 1. Select the image you want to erase. • Use the index screen ( and make sure the image you want to erase fills the display.
Page 120 To erase all images on the memory card at once 1. Open the menu and select CARD OPER. 2. Select IMAGE ERASE. • CANCEL, SINGLE and ALL settings appear. • To cancel erasing, select CANCEL and close the menu. 3. Select ALL. •...
Page 121: Combining Images And Recording Them To A Cassette (Card Mix)
Image being recorded by the Still image camcorder CARD LUMI. (Card luminance key) The currently recording image appears in place of the light area of a still picture such as a handwritten illustration or title. Make your own by drawing or writing on a white piece of paper.
Page 122 Make sure a memory card that has images recorded on it and a cassette have been inserted into the camcorder. Select 1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode. • You cannot use Card Mix in the Night recording program. 2. Open the menu and select \ CARD MIX.
Page 123 For stills 1. Press the PHOTO button halfway down and hold it. • F flashes white in the display as the camcorder adjusts the focus and it is displayed continuously as a green mark when the camcorder is ready to take the image.
Page 124: Copying Still Images From A Cassette
• Select CANCEL to stop copying. • Cassette and card information appear in the display and copying starts. • NOW COPYING • The camcorder automatically performs the Photo Search function to locate still images and copying starts. The currently copying image appears in the display.
Page 125: Copying Memory Card Still Images To A Cassette
• memory card images to a cassette. CARD OPER. Make sure a memory card that has images recorded on it and a cassette that has enough recordable space have been inserted into the camcorder. PLAY TAPE (VCR) 1. Locate the point on the cassette where you want to start copying and set it to stop.
Page 126: Formatting A Memory Card
(this includes the pre-recorded card mix sample images). The MultiMediaCard supplied with this camcorder has already been formatted for you. • Be cautious when formatting recorded memory cards. All images will be permanently erased.
Page 127: Utilizing Memory Card Still Images On A Pc
When printing still images, you can add titles and frames to them. Use the USB cable and the Canon Digital Video Solution Disk software provided with the camcorder. • For details on how to connect the camcorder to a PC and install and operate the software, refer to the Canon Digital Video Solution Disk instrucion manual.
Page 128: Other Information And Precautions
MultiMediaCard, they can be downloaded from the following home page:* http://www.canondv.com * If you are unable to connect the camcorder to a PC using a USB cable, you will need a PC Card Adapter or USB Card Reader to be able to download to a memory card.
Page 129: Sample Images
Store and carry memory cards in their case to protect the terminal area. • There is only one correct way to insert memory cards into the camcorder. Do not forcefully insert the memory cards backwards or upside down. This could damage the memory card or the camcorder.
Page 130 • The pre-recorded sample images on the MultiMediaCard included with this camcorder are intended solely for the personal enjoyment gained from combining them with personal videos taken with this camcorder. Do not use the pre-recorded sample images for any other purpose.
Page 131: Preparing The Camcorder
Preparing the Camcorder Adjust the viewfinder • Set the camcorder to TAPE CAMERA mode. Extend the viewfinder straight out, then adjust the viewfinder focusing lever to suit your eyesight. • Rotate the viewfinder to an angle that allows you to view comfortably. Store the camcorder with the viewfinder flush with the body of the camcorder.
Page 132 Attach the shoulder strap • For extra security and portability, attach the shoulder strap before using the camcorder. • Pass the ends through the attachment bars and adjust the length as shown.
Page 133: Notes On Using The Batteries
• These times vary — the safest policy is always to have 2 or 3 times as many battery packs as you think you will need. • You will get more recording time if you turn the camcorder off between shots, instead of leaving it in record pause mode.
Page 134 • The indicator is not constant — different levels will be shown when you subject the battery pack and camcorder to different conditions. When to recharge You can recharge a lithium ion battery pack whenever it is convenient. Unlike a conventional battery pack, it does not have to be fully discharged first.
Page 135: Installing The Backup Battery
Keep the terminals clean. • The camcorder adapter or battery pack will not work properly if the terminal are dirty. Attach the terminal cover whenever the battery pack is not being used. Storing the battery pack •...
Page 136 DANGER! Treat the battery pack with care. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not expose the battery pack to temperatures greater than 140°F (60°C). Do not leave it near a heater, or inside a car in hot weather, for example. •...
Page 137: Maintenance
• Do not use the viewfinder or LCD panel as a carrying handle. Do not disassemble the camcorder. • This is very dangerous as there is a risk of electric shock — if the camcorder does not function properly, take it to qualified service personnel.
Page 138 Storage If you do not intend to use the camcorder for some time, store it in an area which is free of dust and moisture, and where the temperature is no higher than 86°F (30°C). After storage, check each part and function of your camcorder to make sure everything is still working properly.
Page 139: Using The Camcorder Abroad
• You can use the compact power adapter to operate your camcorder and charge battery packs in any country where the electricity supply is between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug adapters for overseas use.
Page 140 Condensation Condensation may form on the camcorder when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place. Using the camcorder while condensation is present can damage both the tape and the camcorder. Condensation may become a problem: When you take the camcorder from a cold...
Page 141: Troubleshooting
Possible explanations are given for each problem on the list — turn to the page numbers in parentheses for more information. Make sure that the camcorder is properly connected if you are using it with a TV or VCR. Consult your dealer or service outlet if problems persist.
Page 142 • Some subjects are not suitable for autofocus. In these situations, you will often get better results using manual focus ( about the same distance away, lock the focus, and then point the camcorder at your original, hard-to-focus subject. Horizontal stripes Reflective surfaces (e.g.
Page 143: Memory Card Operations
• It is not turned the right way 104). Turn it the right way and try inserting again. • Turn the camcorder’ s power off and back on again and remove and reinsert the card. If the mark continues to flash, format the memory card.
Page 144 ? The camcorder malfunctions. ? The DV cable is connected correctly, but there’s nothing in the display. ? The camcorder becomes warm during use. • The memory card is not loaded 104). • You are using an SD Memory Card and it is set for erasure prevention.
Page 145: The Zr50 Mc/Zr45 Mc System Diagram
The ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC System Diagram WD-30.5 Wide- converter WL-D77 Wireless Controller TL-30.5 Tele- converter FS-30.5U Filter Set ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller VL-3 Video Light DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone BP-900 Series VL-10Li Battery Pack Battery Video Light Stereo Microphone (commercially...
Page 146: Optional Accessories
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. BP-500 Series Battery Packs The battery pack BP-508 is not available as an option.
Page 147 Zoom Remote Controller ZR-1000 When this product is plugged into the LANC m terminal of a Canon camcorder, it is possible to control functions such as the start and stop of recording and the zoom...
Page 148 This lightweight bag keeps the camcorder within easy reach without weighing you down or getting in the way. Genuine leather. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. Provided accessories:...
Page 149: Screen Displays
To turn TV SCREEN off, open the menu and select DISP.SET UP. Then select TV SCREEN, set it to OFF and close the menu. For instructions on how to hook the camcorder up to your TV, see p. 34. Turning off the LCD screen displays You can turn off the displays to give you a clear screen for playback.
Page 150 Red: final few seconds.) ...finally, it tells you when you have completely run out of tape. The camcorder is ejecting the tape 18). The safety mechanism is activated. Unload the cassette and turn the camcorder off. Turn it on again and reload the cassette.
Page 151 Zoom display ( 25): Optical zoom Optical plus 88×/72× digital zoom Optical plus 440×/ 360× digital zoom Zoom in Zoom out The image stabilizer is turned on ( 58). CAM.MENU CAM. MENU CARD MIX CAM.SET UP VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN VCR MENU (...
Page 152 White balance is Indoor Outdoor U The 16:9 mode: the display flashes when the effect is being selected, and appears steadily when it is activated ( 23). Digital effects. The display flashes when the function is being selected and appears steadily when it is activated ( 63).
Page 153 10 seconds. “ AUTO POWER OFF” • The camcorder will turn itself off if you leave it in record pause mode for more than about 5 minutes. This display appears 20 seconds (approx.) before the camcorder turns off.
Page 154: Caution Phrases
Caution phrases The camcorder displays various caution phrases — they appear for 4 seconds before disappearing. Appears each time you turn the power on, until you set the time zone, date and time ( 53). Appears when the battery pack is exhausted 134).
Page 155 A temporary card error is also possible. If CARD ERROR disappears after 4 seconds flashes red, turn the camcorder’ s power off and back on again, and remove and reinsert the card. If flashes green, recording or playing back is possible.
Page 156: Specifications
Specifications ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC Power Supply (rated): 7.4 V DC Power Consumption (while recording with the AF turned on): 3.3 W (Using viewfinder), 4.1 W (Using LCD screen) 3.3 W (Using viewfinder), 4 W (Using LCD screen) Television system: EIA standard...
Page 157 800 mAh × × 2 Dimensions: 1 (38 × 21 × 55 mm) Weight: oz (70 g) oz (65 g) Weight and dimensions are approximate Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice. Canon is a trademark of Canon Inc.
Page 158: Index
External Microphone, 70, 97 Ï Faders, 64 Fast Forward, 30 Feedback, 36 File Numbers, 106 Finding Your Way Around the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC, 10 Focusing, 79 Formatting a Memory Card, 126 Ó Head Cleaning, 139 Headphones, 34 È Image Quality, 104...
Page 159 Photo Search, 85 Playback, 30 Playback Connection, 34 Playback Pause, 31 Portrait, 61 Power Adapter, 13-15, 17 Powering Your Camcorder, 13 Pre-Marked Position, 86 Preparing the Camcorder, 131 Preventing Accidental Erasure, 113 Print Mark, 113 Problems, 141 Progressive Photo, 107 Protect, 113 Â...
Page 160 Ê Tape Protection, 19 Telephoto, 25 Temperature, 15, 130, 133, 136, 157 Time Code, 153 Time Zone, 53 Tips for Making Better Videos, 37 Tripod, 37 Troubleshooting, 141 TV, 35, 149 ◊ VCR, 34 Videocassettes, 18 Video Heads, 139 Video ID-1 system, 36 Video Light, 74, 147 Viewfinder, 131, 138 Viewing Still Images, 111...
Page 161: Menu At A Glance
Menu at a Glance Use the list below to quickly navigate the camcorder’ s menu. Functions are listed alphabetically. Function 16:9 effect 6-sec. Date Audio dub Audio mode AV/headphones AV → DV out Beep Brightness Button light Button light color...
Page 162 Function Displays Erase Erase all print mark File numbers Format Image stabilizer Mirror mode Mix level Mix type Output channel Print mark Protect Quality Record mode Remote sensor mode Shutter sound Shutter speed Time zone/DST TV screen White balance Wind screen First make sure the camera is set to...
Page 163 ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (“CUSA”) with respect to each Canon ZR50 MC/ ZR45 MC Digital Video Camcorder (“DV Camcorder”) purchased and used in the United States.
Page 164 Ship your Canon digital video equipment in its original carton, box or equivalent, properly packed, fully insured with shipping charges prepaid, together with a copy of your bill of sale or other proof of purchase and a description of the problem to any of the Canon Service Facilities in Canada.

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