Transferring Video Recordings - Canon ZR800 Operating Manual

Playback on a TV screen
Turn off all devices when
making connections!
Before making the
connections, select the [TV
TYPE] setting according to
the TV set to which you will
connect the camcorder.
Connect the camcorder to the
TV. Turn on the camcorder
and the connected TV or
VCR.
Transferring Video
Recordings
Turn off all devices when
making connections! Start
the computer and set the
camcorder to PLAY mode.
Connect the camcorder to
the computer using a dv
cable. Make sure you have
the correct cable for the port
on the computer (see chart).
If the computer freezes while
the camcorder is connected
to it, disconnect the DV cable
and turn off the camcorder
and the computer. After a
short while, turn them on
again, set the camcorder to
PLAY mode and restore the
connection.
Cassettes
• 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 store for a long time.
• Do not leave the cassette in the
camcorder after use.
Condensation
Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold
temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to
form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if
condensation is detected. Continued use may damage the
camcorder.
• Remove the casette, place the camcorder in an airtight
plastic bag and let it adjust to temperature changes
slowly before removing it from the bag
• When condensation is detected the camcorder
automatically shuts of, the warning message
"CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED" appears for
approx. 4 seconds and a water drop icon starts flashing
• A cassette can not be loaded when condensation is
detected
• After the condensation warning stops flashing, wait for 1
more hour before resuming use.
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