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Page 57: Instruction Manual
PUB. DIE-0348-000 Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual... -
Page 58: 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, FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A 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 59 Important Warning The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated CAUTION “dangerous voltage” within the product’s R SK OF ELEC RIC SHOCK enclosure, that may be of sufficient DO NO OPEN magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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Page 60: Important Safety Instructions
In these safety instructions the word “product” refers Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder FS31 A/FS30 A/ aerosol cleaners. The product should be cleaned FS300 A and all its accessories. - Page 61 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.
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Page 62: 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 63: 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 64 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 Advanced Functions...
- Page 65 Table of contents 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 66 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 104 General Information System Diagram Optional Accessories Product Codes Specifications Index...
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Page 67: About This Manual
About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon FS31/FS30/FS300. 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 ( 87). Conventions Used in this Manual •... - Page 68 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. Model Name: FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A Date of Purchase: Serial No.:...
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Page 69: Supplied Accessories And Cd-Roms
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 70: Components Guide
Introduction Components Guide Left side view RESET button ( VIDEO SNAP (Video Snapshot) button 45)/ (print/share) button DISP. (on-screen display) button 52, 63)/ BATT. INFO button ( USB terminal ( AV OUT terminal ( Speaker ( Strap mount ( ACCESS (memory access) indicator 32, 57) Grip belt Right side view... - Page 71 LCD screen ( Back view ON/OFF(CHG) (power/charge) indicator Camera mode dial ( Start/Stop button ( (camera/play) button ( PLAYLIST button ( 53)/ Zoom in T (telephoto) button ( (stop) button ( 36)/ Zoom out W (wide-angle) button ( (play/pause) button ( 36)/ START/STOP button ( Top view...
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Page 72: Screen Displays
Introduction Screen Displays Recording Movies Operating mode ( Recording program ( 42, 43) 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 73 Recording Photos Zoom ( 33), Exposure Recording program ( 42, 43) 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 ( AF frame (...
- Page 74 Introduction 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.
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Page 75: 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 76 Preparations 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.
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Page 77: Preparing The Accessories
• To prevent equipment breakdowns and Preparing the Accessories 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 •... -
Page 78: Adjusting The Position And Brightness Of The Lcd Screen
Preparations You can also remove the grip belt and O ATTACH A WRIST STRAP attach the shoulder strap directly to the rear bracket on the camcorder. O REATTACH THE GRIP BELT 1 Pass the end of the strap through the rear bracket on the camcorder. - Page 79 LCD Backlight You can set the brightness of the 180° screen to dim, normal or bright. To set the screen to dim, turn on [LCD DIMMER] (s 83). To toggle between normal and bright or to turn off [LCD DIMMER], perform the following procedure.
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Page 80: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder
Preparations 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 81: Joystick And Joystick Guide
flexible recording mode, the camcorder Joystick and Joystick Guide can help you with the settings. For example, you can use the Special Scene recording programs ( 42) to Use the joystick to operate the set at once all the optimal settings to camcorder’s menus. -
Page 82: Using The Menus
Preparations FUNC. In either mode, if you wait a few Press seconds, the joystick guide will Select ( ) the icon of the minimize again but the selected function you want to change from function can still be operated. You can the left side column. -
Page 83: First Time Settings
Select ( ) the icon and First Time Settings press to open the setup menus. You can also hold FUNC. pressed down for more than 1 second to open directly the setup menus Setting the Date and Time screen. Select ( ) the desired menu from You will need to set the date and time of the left side column and press... -
Page 84: Changing The Language
Preparations • The date appears in a year-month-day NOTES format only in the first setup screen. In subsequent screen displays the date • If you changed the language by mistake, and time will appear as month-day-year select the menu item with the mark (for example, [JAN. -
Page 85: Using A Memory Card
FUNC. Using a Memory Card * To adjust for daylight saving time, select the area name marked with a Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder You can use commercially available SDHC (SD high capacity) memory cards and SD memory cards with this camcorder to record movies and photos. -
Page 86: Inserting And Removing A Memory Card
Preparations NOTES Inserting and Removing a Memory Card To remove the memory card: Push the memory card once to release it. When the Make sure to initialize all memory cards memory card springs out, pull it all the before using them with this camcorder way out. -
Page 87: Initializing The Built-In Memory
Initialization method Initializing the Built-In Memory ( [YES]* [OK] only) or Memory Card FUNC. * Press to cancel the complete initialization while it is in progress. All Initialize memory cards when you use recordings will be erased but the recording them with this camcorder for the first media can be used without any problem. -
Page 88: 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 89: 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 90 Video Move the zoom lever toward W to 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. You can also set [ZOOM SPEED] ( 81) to one of three constant speeds (3 is the fastest,...
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Page 91: 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 92: 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 93: 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 using ) the bottom row Push the another device. -
Page 94: 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 95: Selecting The Playback Starting Point From The Movie Timeline
FUNC. • From this index screen, you can • You can press to return to the index screen at any time. also press to open the VIDEO SNAP index screen for Video Snapshot scenes. • You can select the scenes in the built-in memory or Selecting the Playback Starting Point on the memory card ( from the Movie Timeline... -
Page 96: Pre-Selecting Recordings From The Index Screen
Video DISP. • Press again to return to the Pre-selecting Recordings from the index screen. Index Screen Interval between frames Recording date and time Scene length You can select in advance a number of Current scene / Total number of scenes movies or photos from the index screen in order to perform certain actions on them collectively, all at once. -
Page 97: Deleting Scenes
• Repeat this step to add all the scenes/photos you want to include in your selection (up to 100). Total number of scenes selected Options 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 98: 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 99: Controlling Shutter Speed And Other Functions While Shooting
• [ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/ Controlling Shutter Speed and Other BEACH]/[ SNOW] - The picture may not appear smooth Functions while Shooting 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 100 Video Options Default value 1/2*, 1/4*, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 PROGRAM AE] To record in dimly lit places. The camcorder automatically adjusts the 1/60 aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal To record under most ordinary conditions. exposure for the subject. 1/100 SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] To record indoor sports scenes.
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Page 101: 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 102 Video Combining Scenes with Music Playing Back the Scenes Select a scene from which to start POINTS TO CHECK ( only) 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...
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Page 103: Pre-Recording Function
software’s instruction manual (PDF file). - Mac OS users: Use the Finder to transfer the music files on the supplied Instruction Manual/Music Data Disc CD-ROM. Refer to Music Files Push the joystick ( ) to display 103) for the folder structure of the the joystick guide. -
Page 104: 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 105: 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 106: 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 accurately reproduce colors under whole screen and press different lighting conditions so that When the adjustment is completed, white objects will always look truly stops flashing and stays on. -
Page 107: 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. -
Page 108: 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 109: 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 110: Editing The Playlist: Adding, Deleting And Moving Playlist
Video • A progress bar will be displayed on can also create a playlist that contains the screen. only Video Snapshot scenes ( 45). • You can press to cancel the Moving or deleting scenes in the playlist operation while it is in progress. will not affect the original recordings. -
Page 111: Copying Scenes
FUNC. ADD TO PLAYLIST] Delete the scene(s). Desired option [YES] FUNC. DELETE] • When the operation is completed Desired option [YES] [OK] [ADDED TO PLAYLIST] will be FUNC. displayed. • Scenes are added Moving Scenes in the Playlist to the playlist on the same media Move the scenes in the playlist to play they are recorded on. - Page 112 Video memory to the memory card in order to Copying the Entire Playlist play them back with music tracks. Open the index screen of the built- in memory’s playlist. In the original movies index screen of the built-in memory, press PLAYLIST Copying Original Movies Copy the scene(s).
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Page 113: Photos
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 114: 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 115: 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 116 Photos Press to stop the slideshow. Push the joystick ( ) to display the joystick guide. Select ( and press O SET THE SLIDESHOW TO MUSIC JUMP 10 PHOTOS POINTS TO CHECK ( only) Select ( JUMP 10 - Windows users: Use the supplied software Music Transfer Utility to PHOTOS] or [ JUMP 100...
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Page 117: Magnifying Photos During Playback
- Do not change the operating mode. • To further enlarge the photo, move the zoom lever toward T. To reduce • The following may not be displayed correctly. the magnification to less than 2 - Photos not recorded with this times, move it toward W. - Page 118 Photos Deleting Photos from the Index Screen NOTES Options Protected photos cannot be deleted. [ALL PHOTOS] Deletes all the photos. [ONE PHOTO] Deletes only the photo marked with the orange selection frame. [SELECTED PHOTOS] Deletes all the photos selected in advance Pre- (marked with a checkmark).
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Page 119: 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 120: 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 40). IMPORTANT Open the index screen of the Initializing the recording media ( 31) will photos recorded in the built-in permanently erase all recordings,... -
Page 121: Printing Photos
• Zoom ( • Quick Start ( • Recording programs ( 42, 43) Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the • Mini video light ( CP, DS and ES series and PIXMA • Self timer ( printers marked with the PictBridge •... -
Page 122: Selecting The Print Settings
Photos • appears and changes to Printing with the (Print/Share) • The (print/share) button lights Button up and the current print settings You can print a photo without changing will be displayed for approx. the settings simply by pressing 6 seconds. IMPORTANT •... - Page 123 Image Optimize function. Select [ON], [OFF] or Select ( ) [PRINT] and [DEFAULT]. press Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS printers: You can • Printing starts. The print settings also select [VIVID], [NR] and [VIVID+NR]. menu disappears when the ] (Number of copies) printing is completed.
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Page 124: 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 125 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 69).
- Page 126 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 ( 66). • To cancel the printing, refer to page 67. •...
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Page 127: 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 128: Playback On A Tv Screen
External Connections Playback on a TV Screen Saving Your Recordings Connect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy Saving Your Recordings on a Computer your recordings with family and friends. Movies recorded with this camcorder are saved on the memory card or in the built-in memory ( only). -
Page 129: Authoring Dvd Discs And Photo Dvds
Saving your Recordings without a Computer If you prefer to save your recordings Options for creating DVD discs without having to use a computer, you can use the optional DW-100 DVD mode) Burner to create DVD discs of your [ALL SCENES] movies and Photo DVDs of your photos 73). - Page 130 External Connections [ADD TO DISC] Desired option FUNC. Connecting to the DVD Burner and Creating a Disc Turn on the DVD burner. Refer to Creating DVDs. Press the start button on the DVD burner. Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner using the supplied •...
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Page 131: Transfer Orders
DVD players and computers that meet able to create a disc with movies on the memory card. the following requirements: • The FUNC. menu and setup menus • Compatible with the discs you cannot be accessed while the created (DVD-R/DVD-R DL/DVD-RW camcorder is connected to the DVD discs) burner. -
Page 132: Copying Your Recordings To An External Video Recorder
External Connections Select ( ) the photo you want to Copying your Recordings to an External mark with a transfer order. Video Recorder Press to set the transfer order. A checkmark appears in the box next to the transfer order icon You can copy your recordings by Press again to cancel the... -
Page 133: Transferring Photos To A Computer
- Do not open the memory card slot cover. Open [Computer]. - Do not disconnect the USB cable. Open [Canon FS31]* and then - Do not turn off the camcorder or the open [Removable Storage]. computer. - Do not change the operating mode. - Page 134 External Connections • During the following operations, even if you connect the camcorder to the computer it will not be recognized. - Erasing all photos - Erasing all transfer orders - Erasing all print orders NOTES • We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.
- Page 135 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 26).
- Page 136 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 137 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 138 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 139 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 140 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 141 [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 142 Additional Information [SPEAKER VOL.]: Adjust ( ) the volume of the playback. You can also adjust the volume using the joystick guide ( 36). [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.
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Page 143: 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 144 - 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 145 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. The ON/OFF(CHG) (power/charge) indicator flashes very slowly while the camcorder is charging.
- Page 146 Additional Information battery pack is too cold, warm it up. If the battery pack is too hot, let it cool down until its temperature is below 40 °C (100 °F). - Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F). - The battery pack is damaged.
- Page 147 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 148 - 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 149 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 ( 31). CANNOT RECORD - There is a problem with the memory. - This message can also appear if condensation has formed ( 102).
- Page 150 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 151 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 cannot be divided using this camcorder. SOME PHOTOS COULD NOT BE DELETED - Protected photos cannot be deleted.
- Page 152 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 153 - 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 154 - Close the printer cover securely. PRINTER ERROR - A malfunction has occurred that may require repairs. (Canon PIXMA 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 155 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 156 • Do not drop it or subject it to shocks. CG-800 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 157 • 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 158 100 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 159 Pacific islands like pre-installed in the built-in memory of Micronesia, Samoa and Tonga. the FS31/FS30. [MUSIC 2] contains tracks different from those in [MUSIC 1]. Use tracks from both folders to your liking or to restore the pre-installed...
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Page 160: System Diagram
Additional Information System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap WS-20 Wrist Strap VCR/DVD recorder CG-800 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- compatible printers SD/SDHC... -
Page 161: 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 162 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 163 Product Codes Provided Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter 8468A002AA BP-808 Battery Pack 2740B002AA STV-250N Stereo Video Cable 3067A002AA (D82-0590-002) IFC-300PCU USB Cable 6906A001AA Optional Accessories CG-800 Battery Charger 2590B002AA SS-650 Shoulder Strap 3123A001AA SS-600 Shoulder Strap 3122A001AA SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case 9389A001AA WS-20 Wrist Strap 3118A002AA...
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Page 164: Specifications
Additional Information Specifications FS31/FS30/FS300 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) - Page 165 Minimum Illumination [NIGHT] recording program, Shutter speed at 1/8: 1.3 lx [PROGRAM AE], Auto slow shutter [ON], Shutter speed at 1/30: 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 166 Additional Information 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 (32 - 104 °F) Battery capacity 890 mAh Dimensions 30.7 × 23.3 × 40.2 mm (1.2 × 0.9 × 1.6 in.) Weight 46 g (1.6 oz.) Weight and dimensions are approximate.
- Page 167 Photos ....58, 61 Index Digital effects ....51 Direct print .
- Page 168 Additional Information Mini video light ....45 SD/SDHC memory card ... . 29 Music files .
- Page 169 White balance ....50 Zoom Wide angle ..... . .33 Advanced zoom .
- Page 170 B) If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries, sand, dirt or water damage; C) If defects or damages are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or by service other than by Canon USA’s factory service centers or authorized service facilities;...
- Page 171 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.
- Page 172 PUB. DIE-0348-000 © CANON INC. 2010...