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Canon LEGRIA FS307 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB. DIE-0349-000B Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved scheme or your household waste disposal service or visit www.canon-europe.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)

  • Page 3: Getting To Know The Camcorder

    Getting to Know the Camcorder What is so special about recording on flash memory? Your videos and photos are recorded in the built-in memory ( only) or on a memory card (SD or SDHC card). Recording on flash memory means that there are no moving parts in the recorder unit of the camcorder.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction ______________________________ Getting to Know the Camcorder About this Manual Overview Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs Components Guide Screen Displays Preparations _____________________________ Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Preparing the Accessories Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Joystick and Joystick Guide...
  • Page 5 Table of contents Video ____________________________________ Basic Recording Shooting Video Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom Quick Start Function Basic Playback Playing Back the Video Selecting What Recordings to Play Back Selecting Scenes by Recording Date Selecting the Playback Starting Point from the Movie Timeline Pre-selecting Recordings from the Index Screen Deleting Scenes...
  • Page 6 Photos __________________________________ Basic Recording Taking Photos Selecting Photo Size and Quality Erasing a Photo Right After Recording It Basic Playback Viewing Photos Magnifying Photos during Playback Deleting Photos Additional Functions Histogram Display Protecting Photos Copying Photos Other Functions You Can Use When Taking Photos Printing Photos Printing Photos Selecting the Print Settings...
  • Page 7 Table of contents Additional Information ______________________ Appendix: Menu Options Lists FUNC. Menu Setup Menus Trouble? Troubleshooting List of Messages Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions Maintenance/Others Using the Camcorder Abroad Music Files 102 General Information System Diagram Optional Accessories Specifications Index...

  • Page 8: About This Manual

    Introduction About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon LEGRIA FS37/FS36/FS307/FS306/FS305*. 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 ( 85).
  • Page 9 Special Scene Recording Programs Names of buttons and switches other Recording in a very bright ski resort or than the joystick are indicated within capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as a “button” frame. selecting a Special Scene recording For example program.

  • Page 10: Overview

    Introduction Overview Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder. CA-570 Compact Power BP-808 Battery Pack STV-250N IFC-300PCU USB Cable Adapter (incl. power cord) Stereo Video Cable Yellow • Red • White plugs Quick Guide The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder. •...

  • Page 11: Components Guide

    Components Guide Left side view RESET button ( VIDEO SNAP (Video Snapshot) button 43)/ (print/share) button DISP. (on-screen display) button 50, 61)/ BATT. INFO button ( USB terminal ( AV OUT terminal ( Speaker ( Strap mount ( ACCESS (memory access) indicator 30, 55) Grip belt Right side view...
  • Page 12 Introduction LCD screen ( Back view ON/OFF(CHG) (power/charge) indicator Camera mode dial ( Start/Stop button ( (camera/play) button ( PLAYLIST button ( 51)/ Zoom in T (telephoto) button ( (stop) button ( 34)/ Zoom out W (wide-angle) button ( (play/pause) button ( 34)/ START/STOP button ( Top view...

  • Page 13: Screen Displays

    Screen Displays Recording Movies Operating mode ( Recording program ( 40, 41) White balance ( Image effects ( Digital effects ( Recording mode ( Manual focus ( Image stabilizer ( Pre-recording function ( Memory operation ( Playing Movies Number of scenes recorded (record (During Playback) pause)/Time code (hours : minutes : seconds, while recording)
  • Page 14 Introduction Recording Photos Zoom ( 31), Exposure Recording program ( 40, 41) White balance ( Image effect ( Digital effect ( Photo quality/size ( Manual focus ( Remaining battery time ( Number of photos available ( On the memory card Viewing Photos In the built-in memory Self timer (...
  • Page 15 Memory operation • Depending on the conditions under which the Record, Record pause, camcorder and the battery pack are used, the Playback, Playback pause, actual battery charge may not be indicated Fast playback, accurately. BATT.INFO Fast reverse playback, • When the camcorder is off, press Slow playback, to display the charge status of a battery pack.

  • Page 16: Preparations

    Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcorder. Plug the power cord into a power Getting Started outlet. Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
  • Page 17 O REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK ON/OFF(CHG) indicator Battery release latch Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off. 1 Slide the battery compartment • The ON/OFF(CHG) indicator starts cover away from the lens and flashing in red. The indicator will go open it.

  • Page 18: Preparing The Accessories

    Preparations Start/Stop supplied compact power adapter to finger, and the button with voltage converters for overseas travels your thumb. or special power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, O REMOVE THE GRIP BELT etc. NOTES • Turn off the camcorder before charging the battery pack.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Position And Brightness Of The Lcd Screen

    You can also attach the wrist strap to Adjusting the Position and Brightness the strap mount on the grip belt to use of the LCD Screen both for extra convenience and protection. Rotating the LCD Panel O ATTACH A SHOULDER STRAP Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.
  • Page 20 Preparations no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. LCD Backlight You can set the brightness of the screen to dim, normal or bright. To set the screen to dim, turn on [LCD DIMMER] (s 81). To toggle between normal and bright or to turn off [LCD DIMMER], perform the following procedure.

  • Page 21: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder

    you change the camcorder’s settings to Basic Operation of the your preference. Camcorder Operating Modes The camcorder’s operating mode is determined by the button and the position of the camera mode dial. In this manual, indicates that a function is available in the operating mode shown and indicates that the function is not available.

  • Page 22: Joystick And Joystick Guide

    Preparations settings to your preference. Even in advance, [IMG STAB] will be set to STANDARD].) flexible recording mode, the camcorder can help you with the settings. For example, you can use the Special Scene recording programs ( 40) to set at once all the optimal settings to Joystick and Joystick Guide match special recording conditions.

  • Page 23: Using The Menus

    During playback mode, select ( Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option in “row” of functions and press Recording Mode operate the function in the middle or push the joystick ( ) to operate the function on the left or right side of the row, respectively.
  • Page 24 Preparations FUNC. Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus Press FUNC. You can press to close the menu at any time. FUNC. Press Select ( ) the icon and press to open the setup menus. You can also hold FUNC. pressed down for more than 1 second to open directly the setup menus...

  • Page 25: First Time Settings

    • The date appears in a year-month-day First Time Settings format only in the first setup screen. In subsequent screen displays the date and time will appear as day-month-year (for example, [1.JAN.2010 12:00 AM]). You can change the date format ( 84).

  • Page 26: Changing The Time Zone

    Preparations HEN YOU TRAVEL NOTES • If you changed the language by mistake, FUNC. select the menu item with the mark MENU] and change the setting. DATE/TIME SETUP] • The displays that [T.ZONE/DST] appear in some menu screens refer to Local time at your destination* the name of buttons on the camcorder FUNC.

  • Page 27: Using A Memory Card

    Using a Memory Card Inserting and Removing a Memory Card Make sure to initialize all memory cards before using them with this camcorder Memory Cards Compatible for Use with 28). the Camcorder You can use commercially available SDHC (SD high capacity) memory cards and SD memory cards with this camcorder to record movies and...

  • Page 28: Selecting The Memory For The Recordings

    Preparations Close the cover and slide it toward Selecting the Memory for the lens until you hear a click. the Recordings Do not force the cover closed if the memory card is not correctly inserted. You can select to record your movies and photos in the built-in memory or on IMPORTANT the memory card.
  • Page 29 At the time of purchase, IMPORTANT the built-in memory comes pre- initialized. • Initializing the memory will permanently erase all data. Lost original recordings cannot be recovered. Make sure you save important recordings in advance using an external device ( 71).

  • Page 30: Video

    Video This chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including recording, playback, and memory operations. START/STOP • You can also press Basic Recording the LCD panel. HEN YOU HAVE FINISHED RECORDING Shooting Video 1 Make sure that the ACCESS indicator is off. 2 Turn off the camcorder.

  • Page 31: Selecting The Video Quality (Recording Mode)

    NOTES Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) • The camcorder uses a variable bit rate (VBR) to encode video so the actual recording times will vary depending on The camcorder offers 3 recording the content of the scenes. modes. Changing the recording mode •...
  • Page 32 Video Move the zoom lever toward W to optical zoom are available; in mode, only the optical zoom is available. zoom out (wide-angle). Move it toward T to zoom in (telephoto). Using the Zoom Press gently for a slow zoom; press harder for faster zooms.

  • Page 33: Quick Start Function

    - When you use the T and W buttons on IMPORTANT the LCD panel, the zoom speed will be constant at [ SPEED 3]. Do not disconnect the power source during standby mode (while the ON/ OFF(CHG) indicator is lit in orange). NOTES Quick Start Function •...

  • Page 34: Basic Playback

    Video Press to begin the Basic Playback playback. • Playback will start from the scene selected and continue until the end of the last scene recorded. • Press again to pause the Playing Back the Video playback. • Press to stop the playback and return to the index screen.

  • Page 35: Selecting What Recordings To Play Back

    movies on the memory card using this To return to the beginning of the current camcorder. scene or skip to the previous scene: • You may not be able to play back with Display the joystick guide Select this camcorder movies recorded on a ) the bottom row Push the memory card using another device.

  • Page 36: Selecting Scenes By Recording Date

    Video POINTS TO CHECK Selecting scenes by recording date is available only from the original movies index screen. Selecting from the List of Recordings Open the original movies index screen. • From this index screen, you can also press to open the VIDEO SNAP index screen for Video Snapshot scenes.

  • Page 37: Selecting The Playback Starting Point From The Movie Timeline

    Selecting from the Calendar Screen NOTES Open the original movies index • You can change on what day to start the screen. week for the calendar display ( 82). • From this index screen, you can FUNC. • You can press to return to the also press to open the...

  • Page 38: Pre-Selecting Recordings From The Index Screen

    Video Interval between frames Pre-selecting Recordings from the Recording date and time Index Screen Scene length Current scene / Total number of scenes You can select in advance a number of movies or photos from the index screen in order to perform certain actions on them collectively, all at once.

  • Page 39: Deleting Scenes

    • Repeat this step to add all the scenes/photos you want to include in your selection (up to 100). Options Total number of scenes selected Selected scenes [ALL SCENES] Deletes all the scenes. [ALL SCENES (THIS DATE)] Deletes all the scenes recorded on the same day as the selected scene.

  • Page 40: Advanced Functions

    Video • Observe the following precautions while Advanced Functions the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing (while scenes are being deleted). - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source Special Scene Recording Programs or turn off the camcorder.

  • Page 41: Controlling Shutter Speed And Other Functions While Shooting

    • [ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/ Controlling Shutter Speed and Other BEACH]/[ SNOW] Functions while Shooting - The picture may not appear smooth during playback. • [ PORTRAIT] - The blur effect of the background Use the automatic exposure (AE) increases the more you zoom in (T). program to use functions like the white •...
  • Page 42 Video Options Default value 1/2*, 1/3*, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25 PROGRAM AE] To record in dimly lit places. The camcorder automatically adjusts the 1/50 aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal To record under most ordinary conditions. exposure for the subject. 1/120 SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] To record indoor sports scenes.

  • Page 43: Mini Video Light

    scenes you want to watch and change Mini Video Light their order. You can turn on the mini video light to shoot video or take photos in dark places. Recording Scenes Push the joystick ( ) to display the joystick guide. Select ( ) [VID.LIGHT ] and...
  • Page 44 Video Combining Scenes with Music Playing Back the Scenes Select a scene from which to start POINTS TO CHECK playback and press - Windows users: Use the supplied There is no sound during fast playback. software Music Transfer Utility to transfer the music files on the supplied O DELETE A MUSIC TRACK Instruction Manual/Music Data Disc...

  • Page 45: Pre-Recording Function

    software’s instruction manual (PDF Select ( ) [Pre REC ] and file). press - Mac OS users: Use the Finder to • appears. transfer the music files on the supplied • Press again to turn pre- Instruction Manual/Music Data Disc recording off.

  • Page 46: Self Timer

    Video - Setting the camcorder to standby Self Timer mode Automatic Backlight Correction and Manual Exposure Adjustment FUNC. MENU] CAMERA SETUP] At times, backlit subjects may appear [SELF TIMER] too dark (underexposed) or subjects FUNC. under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed).

  • Page 47: Manual Focus Adjustment

    Manual Exposure Adjustment POINTS TO CHECK Adjust the zoom before you start the Push the joystick ( ) to display procedure. the joystick guide. Select ( ) [EXPOSURE ] and press • The exposure adjustment indicator and the neutral value [±0] Push the joystick ( ) to display appear on the screen.

  • Page 48: White Balance

    Video O SET THE CUSTOM WHITE BALANCE White Balance 1 Point the camcorder at a white The white balance function helps you to object, zoom in until it fills the whole screen and press accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that When the adjustment is completed, white objects will always look truly stops flashing and stays on.

  • Page 49: Image Effects

    Image Effects Digital Effects You can use the image effects to change the color saturation and contrast to record images with special color effects. Options Default value D.EFFECT OFF] Select this setting when you do not intend to use the digital effects. POINTS TO CHECK FADE-T] (fade trigger), [ WIPE]...

  • Page 50: On-Screen Displays And Data Code

    Video Applying 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 Push the joystick ( ) to display used even if you turn off the digital...

  • Page 51: Playlist And Scene Operations

    mode: Playlist and Scene Operations • All displays on • Data code only • All displays off mode: Dividing Scenes • All displays on • Regular displays only (removes the histogram and information icons) You can divide scenes (original scenes •...

  • Page 52: Editing The Playlist: Adding, Deleting And Moving Playlist

    Video • A progress bar will be displayed on Snapshot scenes to music ( 43). You the screen. can also create a playlist that contains • You can press to cancel the only Video Snapshot scenes ( 43). operation while it is in progress. Moving or deleting scenes in the playlist will not affect the original recordings.
  • Page 53 FUNC. ADD TO PLAYLIST] This step is not necessary to delete Desired option [YES] all scenes. • When the operation is completed Delete the scene(s). [ADDED TO PLAYLIST] will be FUNC. DELETE] displayed. Desired option [YES] [OK] • Scenes are added FUNC.

  • Page 54: Scenes

    Video This step is not necessary to copy all Copying Scenes scenes or previously selected scenes. Copy the scene(s). You can copy original movies or the FUNC. COPY] entire playlist only from the built-in Desired option [YES]* memory to the corresponding location FUNC.

  • Page 55: Basic Recording

    Photos Refer to this chapter for details on shooting photos – from capturing and playing back photos to printing them. PHOTO Press fully. Basic Recording The ACCESS indicator will flash as the photo is being recorded. IMPORTANT Taking Photos Observe the following precautions while ACCESS indicator is on or flashing.

  • Page 56: Erasing A Photo Right After Recording It

    Photos FUNC. Erasing a Photo Right After Recording It 1024x768] Desired photo size* Desired photo quality* You can erase the photo recorded last FUNC. while reviewing it within the time set for the [REVIEW] option or immediately * Press to move back and forth between after recording it, if [REVIEW] is set to size and quality selection.

  • Page 57: Basic Playback

    Return ( ) to the index screen. Basic Playback Select ( ) a photo. • Move the orange selection frame to the photo you want to view. • Push the joystick ( ) to extend Viewing Photos the selection frame and browse ) through whole index pages.
  • Page 58 Photos Photo Jump Function The index screen closes and the selected photo is displayed. When you have recorded a large number of photos, you can jump 10 or Slideshow 100 photos at a time. You can play a slideshow of all the photos and even set it to music.

  • Page 59: Magnifying Photos During Playback

    • Refer to Adjusting the volume 34) for details on adjusting the speaker’s volume. IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot Move the zoom lever toward T.
  • Page 60 Photos Deleting a Single Photo This step is not necessary to delete all photos or previously selected photos. Delete the photo(s). FUNC. DELETE] Desired option [YES]* Select ( ) the photo you want to FUNC. [OK] erase. * If you selected an option other than [ONE Push the joystick ( ) to display PHOTO], you can press...

  • Page 61: Additional Functions

    Additional Functions Protecting Photos You can protect photos from accidental erasure. Histogram Display Protecting Single Photos When viewing photos you can display the histogram and the icons of all the Open the photo selection screen. functions used at the time of recording. FUNC.

  • Page 62: Copying Photos

    Photos FUNC. [SELECTED PHOTOS] PROTECT] Copies all the photos selected in advance Desired option [YES] [OK] Pre- (marked with a checkmark). Refer to FUNC. selecting Recordings from the Index Screen 38). IMPORTANT Open the index screen of the Initializing the recording media ( 28) will photos recorded in the built-in permanently erase all recordings,...

  • Page 63: Printing Photos

    • Zoom ( • Quick Start ( • Recording programs ( 40, 41) Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the • Mini video light ( CP, DS and ES series and inkjet printers • Self timer ( marked with the PictBridge logo.

  • Page 64: Selecting The Print Settings

    Photos • The (print/share) button lights Printing with the (Print/Share) up and the current print settings Button will be displayed for approx. You can print a photo without changing 6 seconds. the settings simply by pressing IMPORTANT • If continues to flash (for more than 1 minute) or if does not appear, the camcorder is not correctly connected to...
  • Page 65 Image Optimize function. Select [ON], [OFF] or Select ( ) [PRINT] and [DEFAULT]. press Canon inkjet/SELPHY DS printers: You can also • Printing starts. The print settings select [VIVID], [NR] and [VIVID+NR]. menu disappears when the ] (Number of copies) printing is completed.

  • Page 66: Print Orders

    Printing multiple photos on the same sheet [2-UP], [4-UP], etc. When using Canon printers you can print the same photo 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.
  • Page 67 Selecting Photos for Printing (Print Order) Setting Print Orders from the Index Screen Set the print orders before connecting Options the supplied USB cable to the camcorder. [INDIVIDUAL PHOTOS] Marking Single Photos with Print Orders Marking Opens the same screen described in Single Photos with Print Orders 67).
  • Page 68 Photos Printing starts. The print settings menu disappears when the printing is completed. NOTES • Depending on the connected printer, you can change some print settings before step 3 ( 64). • To cancel the printing, refer to page 65. •...

  • Page 69: External Connections

    External Connections This chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer. Terminals on the Camcorder AV OUT Terminal Access: Open the LCD panel. Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder.

  • Page 70: Playback On A Tv Screen

    External Connections In all respects, exactly the same connection as connection above. Connection Connect to a standard TV or VCR with SCART input terminal. Requires a SCART adapter (commercially available). White STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Yellow (supplied) SCART adapter (commercially available) Type: Digital data connection Output only Connection...

  • Page 71: Saving Your Recordings

    Saving your Recordings without a Saving Your Recordings Computer If you prefer to save your recordings without having to use a computer, you can use the optional DW-100 DVD Saving Your Recordings on a Computer Burner to create DVD discs of your movies and Photo DVDs of your photos 71).
  • Page 72 External Connections Connecting to the DVD Burner and Creating a Disc Turn on the DVD burner. Options for creating DVD discs Refer to Creating DVDs. mode) Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner using the supplied [ALL SCENES] USB cable. Add all the scenes to the disc(s).
  • Page 73 Press the start button on the DVD • DVD playback software that is burner. installed and running (in the case of computers) • A progress bar will be displayed on Refer to the instruction manual of the the screen. external device and make sure it is •...

  • Page 74: Transfer Orders

    External Connections included on a disc. We recommend Repeat steps 2-3 to mark keeping the number of scenes to 2,000 additional photos with transfer FUNC. or less. (In such case, the connection orders or press twice to time will be about 3 minutes 30 close the menu.

  • Page 75: Transferring Photos To A Computer

    INDOWS INDOWS ISTA copying is complete. Camcorder: Stop playback. Open [Computer]. Open [Canon FS37]* and then NOTES open [Removable Storage]. • We recommend powering the Open the [DCIM] folder and then camcorder using the compact power the folder that contains the photos adapter.
  • Page 76 External Connections • Refer also to the computer’s instruction ONNECTION TO A COMPUTER RUNNING manual. • If you have no intention to use the optional DW-100 DVD Burner, you can Open [Macintosh HD] and then set [USB SETTING] to [ PC/PRINTER] open the [Applications] folder.

  • Page 77: Appendix: Menu Options Lists

    Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information. Appendix: Menu Options Lists Menu items not available appear grayed out in the FUNC. menu or in black in the setup menus. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus 23).
  • Page 78 Additional Information FUNC. Menu (Playback Modes) Menu item Setting options [SELECT MUSIC] [OFF], list of music files in the camcorder [SELECT] [INDIVIDUAL SCENES], [REMOVE ALL SELECTIONS], – [CANCEL] From the index screen: – [INDIVIDUAL PHOTOS], [REMOVE ALL SELECTIONS], [CANCEL] [COPY] [ALL SCENES], [ALL SCENES (THIS DATE)], [ONE SCENE], –...
  • Page 79 Menu item Setting options [DELETE] [ALL SCENES], [ALL SCENES (THIS DATE)], [ONE SCENE], – [SELECTED SCENES], [CANCEL] [ALL SCENES], [ONE SCENE], [CANCEL] – From single photo view: [NO], [YES] – From the index screen: [ALL PHOTOS], [ONE PHOTO], [SELECTED PHOTOS], [CANCEL] [SCENE SEARCH] [CALENDAR], [SELECT DATE], [CANCEL]...
  • Page 80 Additional Information • If the degree of camcorder shake is too high, the image stabilizer may not be able to fully compensate. The image stabilizer may not be able to successfully eliminate all blur if the camcorder or the subject is moving too much. •...
  • Page 81 Memory Operations (Initialization, etc.) MEMORY OPER. Menu item Setting options – – [MEMORY INFO] [CARD INFO] – – [BUILT-IN MEM], [CARD] – – [MEDIA:MOVIES] [BUILT-IN MEM], [CARD] – – [MEDIA:PHOTOS] [INITIALIZE] [BUILT-IN MEM], [CARD], [CANCEL] [INITIALIZE], [COMPL.INIT.], [CANCEL] * Option available from the original movies index screen and Video Snapshot index screen. [MEMORY INFO]/[CARD INFO]: Displays a screen where you can verify how much of the built-in memory ( only) or the memory card is currently in use (total...
  • Page 82 Additional Information Menu item Setting options [LANGUAGE ],[DEUTSCH], [ [ENGLISH], [ESPAÑOL], [FRANÇAIS], [ITALIANO], [MAGYAR], [MELAYU], [NEDERLANDS], [POLSKI], [PORTUGUÊS], ], [TÜRKÇE], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ [START WEEK] [SATURDAY], [SUNDAY], [MONDAY] – – – – [DEMO MODE] ON], [ OFF]...
  • Page 83 [DEMO MODE]: The demonstration mode displays the camcorder’s main features. It starts automatically when the camcorder is powered with the compact power adapter if you leave it turned on for more than 5 minutes. • To cancel the demo mode once it has started, press any button or turn off the camcorder.
  • Page 84 Additional Information [SPEAKER VOL.]: Adjust ( ) the volume of the playback. You can also adjust the volume using the joystick guide ( 34). [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.

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    - please read the “CHECK THIS FIRST” box before going on to the more detailed problems and solutions. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. CHECK THIS FIRST...
  • Page 86 - The camcorder may become hot after using it continuously for long periods of time; this is not a malfunction. If it becomes hot very quickly or it becomes too hot to touch, it may indicate a problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. The battery pack is exhausted extremely quickly even at normal temperatures.
  • Page 87 39, 59) to free some space on the memory card. The ON/OFF(CHG) (power/charge) indicator flashes rapidly while the camcorder is charging. (one flash at 0.5-second intervals) Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Consult a Canon Service Center.
  • Page 88 Additional Information The ON/OFF(CHG) (power/charge) indicator flashes very slowly while the camcorder is charging. (one flash at 2-second intervals) The battery pack’s temperature has either fallen below 0 °C or risen above 40 °C. If the battery pack is too cold, warm it up.

  • Page 89: List Of Messages

    Connections with External Devices 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. Playback looks fine on the camcorder but there is no image on the TV screen.
  • Page 90 - You attached a battery pack that is not recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder. - If you are using a battery pack recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder, there may be a problem with the camcorder or battery pack. Consult a Canon Service Center.
  • Page 91 CANNOT PLAY THE MOVIES ON THIS CARD INITIALIZE USING ONLY THE CAMCORDER - The memory card in the camcorder was initialized using a computer. Initialize the memory card with this camcorder ( 28). CANNOT RECORD - There is a problem with the memory. - This message can also appear if condensation has formed ( 100).
  • Page 92 Additional Information CONNECT THE COMPACT POWER ADAPTER - When the camcorder is in mode and is connected to the computer, this message will appear if the camcorder is being powered by the battery pack. Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder. COULD NOT ADD TO PLAYLIST - The playlist cannot contain more than 100 hours of scenes.
  • Page 93 READING THE BUILT-IN MEMORY - Reading data from the built-in memory. READING THE CARD - Reading data from the memory card. SCENE RECORDED USING ANOTHER DEVICE. CANNOT DIVIDE THE SCENE. - Scenes recorded with another device and then transferred to a memory card connected to a computer cannot be divided using this camcorder.
  • Page 94 Additional Information WHILE THE CAMCORDER IS CONNECTED TO A PC DO NOT DISCONNECT THE USB CABLE OR POWER SOURCE CANNOT TURN OFF POWER OR CHANGE MODES - When the camcorder is in mode and is connected to the computer with a USB cable, the camcorder cannot be operated.
  • Page 95 - The paper settings of the camcorder conflict with the printer’s settings. INK ABSORBER FULL - Select [CONTINUE] to resume printing. Consult a Canon Service Center (refer to the list included with the printer) to replace the ink absorber. INK ERROR - There is a problem with the ink.
  • Page 96 - Close the printer cover securely. PRINTER ERROR - A malfunction has occurred that may require repairs. (Canon inkjet printers: the printer’s green power lamp and orange error lamp flash alternately.) - Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer. Unplug the printer’s power cord from the power outlet and contact the appropriate customer support center or service center.

  • Page 97: Handling Precautions

    This will protect your important recordings in case of 5.5 mm damage and create more free space on the memory. Canon shall not be liable for any data loss. • When using a wrist strap or a shoulder strap, do not allow the camcorder to swing and hit an object.
  • Page 98 • Do not drop it or subject it to shocks. CG-800E Battery Charger. • Do not get it wet. • If you use with the camcorder battery packs that are not genuine Canon CAUTION: battery packs, will appear and the remaining battery time will not be Danger of explosion if battery is displayed.
  • Page 99 • Check the direction before inserting Disposal the memory card. Forcing a memory card into the slot if it is not correctly oriented may damage the memory When you delete movies or initialize the card or the camcorder. built-in memory ( only) or •...

  • Page 100: Maintenance/Others

    100 and condensation (water droplets) to form 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon on its internal surfaces. Stop using the Service Center for information on plug camcorder if condensation is detected.

  • Page 101: Music Files

    You can only play back your recordings structure. on TVs compatible with the PAL system. PAL (or the compatible SECAM [CANON] system) is used in the following regions/ [PRIVATE] countries: Europe: All of Europe and Russia.

  • Page 102: System Diagram

    Additional Information General Information System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap WS-20 Wrist Strap VCR/DVD recorder SCART Adapter CG-800E DW-100 DVD Burner STV-250N Battery Charger Stereo Video Cable DVD discs BP-808 Battery Pack IFC-300PCU USB Cable CA-570 Compact Power Adapter PictBridge-...

  • Page 103: Optional Accessories

    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).
  • Page 104 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 use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.

  • Page 105: Specifications

    Specifications LEGRIA FS37/FS36/FS307/FS306/FS305 System Recording System Movies: SD-Video Video compression: MPEG-2 Audio compression: Dolby Digital 2ch (AC-3) Photos: DCF (Design rule for camera file system), compatible with Exif Ver. 2.2 and with DPOF Photo compression: JPEG (Super Fine, Fine, Normal) Television System CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) PAL color signal Recording Media...
  • Page 106 Additional Information Minimum Illumination [NIGHT] recording program, Shutter speed at 1/6: 1.1 lx [PROGRAM AE], Auto slow shutter [ON], Shutter speed at 1/25: 4.5 lx Recommended Illumination More than 100 lx Image Stabilization Electronic ([DYNAMIC] setting available when recording movies) Size of Photos 1024 x 768, 640 x 480 pixels This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”).
  • Page 107 BP-808 Battery Pack Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery, compatible with Intelligent System Rated voltage 7.4 V DC Operating temperature 0 - 40 °C Battery capacity 890 mAh Dimensions 30.7 × 23.3 × 40.2 mm Weight 46 g Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. The information in this manual is verified as of March 2010.

  • Page 108: Index

    Additional Information Deleting/Erasing Index Movies ....39, 53 Photos ....56, 59 Digital effects .
  • Page 109 Recording programs ... . 40, 41 Recording time ....31 Magnifying photos ....59 RESET .
  • Page 110 Additional Information White balance ....48 Zoom Wide angle ..... . 31 Advanced zoom .
  • Page 111 Canon UK Ltd. CCI Service Centre, Unit 130 Centennial Park, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3SE, England Telephone 0870-241-2161 Canon Australia Pty Ltd Tel: 13-13-83 (within Australia only) (61) 02-9805-2555 www.canon.com.au Canon New Zealand Ltd Tel: 800-222-666 (within New Zealand only) (64) 02-9805-2555 www.canon.co.nz...

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