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Canon ZR600 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Manuel d’instruction Manual de Instrucciones This instruction manual explains how to install the software, connect the camcorder to a computer, and download still images from a disc or a memory card to a computer. Ce manuel d’instruction explique comment installer le logiciel, connecter le caméscope à...

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600 CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR700/ZR600 A and all its accessories. 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
  • Page 4 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- 570. 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 5: Using This Manual

    Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon ZR700/ZR600. 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 the Troubleshooting table ( Change the display language before you begin ( Symbols and References Used in This Manual : Precautions related to the camcorder operation.

  • Page 6: About The Operating Modes

    About the Operating Modes The operating modes are determined by the position of the CARD switch. Operating Modes Switch CAMERA PLAY CAMERA PLAY : Function can be used in this mode. : Function cannot be used in this mode. Trademark Acknowledgments •...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Displaying the Data Code...62 End Search...63 Returning to a Pre-marked Position ...64 Date Search...65 Other Functions Changing the Display Language ...66 Other Camcorder Settings...67 Editing Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device ...70 Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder)...72...
  • Page 8 Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) ...73 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) ...74 Audio Dubbing ...76 Transferring Video Recordings to a Computer ...79 Using a Memory Card Inserting and Removing a Memory Card...80 Selecting the Image Quality/Size...81 File Numbers ...83 Recording Still Images on a Memory Card ...84 Recording Movies on a Memory Card ...88...

  • Page 9: Checking The Supplied Accessories

    The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.

  • Page 10: Components Guide

    Components Guide ZR700/ZR600 Left side view Right side view Lens cover switch ( open, closed) LCD BACKLIGHT button ( Speaker ( CHARGE indicator ( CARD access indicator ( Memory card slot ( 23, 84 ) Grip belt ( Terminal cover...

  • Page 11: Front View

    Front view Rear view Remote sensor ( White LED light (assist lamp) Stereo microphone Viewfinder ( Dioptric adjustment lever ( BATT. (battery release) button ( LCD screen ( Joystick ( FUNC. button ( D.EFFECTS button ( P.SET button ( WIDE SCR button ( DATA CODE button ( LIGHT button ( Backup battery compartment (...

  • Page 12: Top View

    Top view Bottom view TAPE/CARD switch ( Program selector ( Easy recording Recording programs Zoom lever ( PHOTO button ( Cassette compartment ( Cassette compartment cover ( OPEN/EJECT Tripod socket ( switch (...

  • Page 13: Wireless Controller Wl-D85

    Wireless Controller WL-D85 START/STOP button ( 23, 88) CARD –/+ buttons ( DATE SEARCH buttons ( button ( –/ button ( PAUSE button ( SLOW button ( AUDIO DUB. button ( ZERO SET MEMORY button ( START/ STOP PHOTO ZOOM CARD DATE SEARCH PLAY...

  • Page 14: Preparing The Power Supply

    The indicator will stay on when the charging is completed. 4. When the charging is completed, disconnect the power adapter from the camcorder. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the adapter. 5. Remove the battery pack after use.

  • Page 15: Using A Household Power Source

    Using a Household Power Source Connect to a household power source to use the camcorder without worrying about the battery power. You can keep the battery pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed. 1. Turn the switch to 2.

  • Page 16: Installing The Backup Battery

    The backup battery (lithium button battery CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain the date, time ( ) and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings. 1. Open the backup battery cover.

  • Page 17: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover. If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be loaded/ unloaded even if the logo.

  • Page 18: Preparing The Camcorder

    Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the Viewfinder (Dioptric Adjustment) 1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed. 2. Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever. Fastening the Grip Belt Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the...

  • Page 19: Using The Wireless Controller

    If the wireless controller does not work, check if the remote sensor is set to [OFF When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller, or when it can only be operated at a very close range, replace the battery.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Lcd Screen

    This setting does not affect the brightness of the recording or the viewfinder screen. When using a battery pack, the camcorder retains the setting even if you change the position of the The battery usage time shortens when the LCD screen is set brighter ( switch.

  • Page 21: Setting The Time Zone, Date And Time

    Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you have replaced the backup battery. Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time MENU DATE/TIME SETUP 1. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu.
  • Page 22 Once you have set time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock each time you travel to another time zone. Just set the time zone to the one of your destination, and the camcorder automatically adjusts the clock. GMT/UTC...

  • Page 23: Recording

    Recording Recording Movies on a Tape Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads ( 113). Recording 1. Open the lens cover (move the lens cover switch down to 2.

  • Page 24: Allowing The Subject To Monitor The Lcd Screen

    This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. When powered by a battery pack, the camcorder shuts off to save power if left without any operation for 5 minutes. Approximately 30 seconds before the camcorder shuts off the message “...

  • Page 25: Reviewing And Searching When Recording

    ) to display it. 3. Push the joystick ( release it. The camcorder rewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and returns to record pause mode. Record Search In record pause mode, this function allows you to play back the tape (forward or reverse) to locate the point where you wish to begin recording.

  • Page 26: Screen Displays During Recording

    When the camcorder shuts off automatically, the record review and record search functions will not work. To resume normal operation turn the and then back to CAMERA. Screen Displays during Recording Time Code Indicates the recording time in hours, minutes and seconds.

  • Page 27: Zooming

    You can also use the T and W buttons on the wireless controller. The zoom speed with the wireless controller will be the same as with the camcorder (when one of the fixed zoom speed levels is selected) or fixed at [SPEED 3] (when [VARIABLE] is selected).

  • Page 28: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom When the digital zoom is activated, the camcorder automatically switches between optical and digital zoom. With digital zoom, image resolution becomes lower the more you zoom in. 100x/1000x digital zoom MENU 1. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu.

  • Page 29: Tips For Making Better Videos

    Tips for Making Better Videos Holding the Camcorder For maximum stability, grip the camcorder in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body. If necessary, support the camcorder with your left hand. Be careful that your fingers do not touch the microphone or lens.

  • Page 30: Playing Back A Tape

    Playing Back a Tape Playback If the playback picture is distorted, clean the video heads using a Canon Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head-cleaning cassette ( 1. Set the camcorder to mode. Set the switch to PLAY and the TAPE/CARD switch to 2.

  • Page 31: Special Playback Modes

    ) towards There is no sound during special playback. The picture may become distorted during some special playback modes. The camcorder stops the tape automatically after 5 minutes in playback pause to protect the tape and video heads. ) towards...

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound using the built-in speaker. The sound will be muted when the LCD panel is closed or when there is a video input from the AV terminal (...

  • Page 33: Playing Back On A Tv Screen

    (supplied) 1. Turn off all the devices before starting the connections. 2. Connect the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable to the camcorder’s AV terminal and the audio/video terminals on the TV/VCR. Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal L (left), the red plug to the red audio terminal R (right) and the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal VIDEO.

  • Page 34: Selecting The Type Of Tv

    If the TV type is set to [WIDE TV] the image will appear horizontally squeezed. If you connect the camcorder to a TV with Video ID-1 system, recordings made in the widescreen mode will be automatically played back in widescreen mode.

  • Page 35: Selecting The Audio Output Channel

    • L/L: Stereo: L channel, Bilingual: Main. • R/R: Stereo: R channel, Bilingual: Sub. 5. Press the FUNC. button to close the menu. The setting resets to the [L/R] setting when you turn the camcorder off. OUTPUT CH L/R ) the...

  • Page 36: Menus And Settings

    Menus and Settings Advanced Functions The camcorder’s functions and settings are controlled from a series of menus that appear when you press the FUNC. button. Most basic functions appear on the first menu screen - the FUNC. menu. For more advanced settings you have to open the setup menus by selecting the [MENU] option from the FUNC.
  • Page 37 Menu and Default Settings Default settings are shown in boldface. Submenu Menu Item FUNC. menu Recording Programs* White Balance Image Effect Self Timer Digital Effects Still Image Recording CAMERA SETUP SHUTTR SPEED* A.SL SHUTTER D.ZOOM ZOOM SPEED IMG STAB* VCR SETUP REC MODE AUDIO SETUP WIND SCREEN*...
  • Page 38 Submenu FUNC. menu Speaker Volume Recording Pause End Search Digital Effects Card Movie Size Still Image Quality VCR SETUP REC MODE TV TYPE AUDIO SETUP OUTPUT CH AUDIO DUB. WIND SCREEN 12bit AUDIO MIX BALANCE AUDIO MODE DISPLAY SETUP/ BRIGHTNESS TV SCREEN DISPLAYS 6SEC.DATE...
  • Page 39 Submenu Menu Item FUNC. menu Recording Programs* White Balance Image Effect Self Timer Digital Effects Movie Recording Still Image Size/ Quality CAMERA SETUP SHUTTR SPEED* A.SL SHUTTER ZOOM SPEED FOCUS PRI.* REVIEW AUDIO SETUP* WIND SCREEN* DISPLAY SETUP/ BRIGHTNESS TV SCREEN LANGUAGE DEMO MODE SYSTEM SETUP...
  • Page 40 Submenu FUNC. menu Speaker Volume Slideshow Still Image Protection Print Order Transfer Order CARD OPERATIONS ALL ERASE (Single Image Display) ALL ERASE ERASE ALL IMAGES INITIALIZE CARD OPERATIONS (Index Screen) ORDER DISPLAY SETUP/ BRIGHTNESS TV SCREEN DISPLAYS DATA CODE LANGUAGE SYSTEM SETUP WL.REMOTE BEEP...

  • Page 41: Using The Recording Programs

    Using the Recording Programs Recording Easy Recording Program The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. Recording Programs Program AE The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically. However, you have the option of adjusting the settings manually.
  • Page 42 Sunset Use this mode to record sunsets in vibrant colors. Spotlight Use this mode to record spotlit scenes. Fireworks Use this mode to record fireworks.

  • Page 43: Selecting The Easy Recording Program

    Joystick Availability of Functions in Each Mode: Program Selector Recording Program Image Stabilizer (on) Focus White Balance Wind Screen Shutter Speed Exposure Adjustment Digital Effects Card Mix : Available : Not available A: Auto setting Shaded area : Can be used only in Selecting the Easy Recording Program Set the program selector to “...
  • Page 44 - The digital zoom cannot be used with this recording program. Fireworks mode: To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod. Use a tripod when recording in ) the recording mode as the shutter speed slows down.

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Exposure Manually

    6. If necessary, press ( The manual exposure setting will reset to auto exposure when you turn the camcorder off or change the recording program. ) towards [EXP] to enter the ) towards [BACK] to save the exposure setting.

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Focus Manually

    Adjusting the Focus Manually Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. Subjects with low Reflective contrast or without surfaces Joystick 1. Set the program selector to 2. Adjust the zoom. When you operate the zoom after adjusting the focus, the subject may not stay in focus.
  • Page 47 • At first, “MF” will appear on the screen and then it will be replaced by the “ symbol. • In the infinity focus mode: If you operate the zoom or the joystick ( the camcorder off, the infinity focus will be canceled and the camcorder will return to manual focus. 3. Push the joystick ( 4.

  • Page 48: Setting The White Balance

    If you select a white balance setting other than To set the custom white balance when you select 5. Point the camcorder at a white object, zoom in until it fills the whole screen and press ( • Keep the camcorder zoomed in at the white object until step 6 is completed.

  • Page 49: Selecting An Image Effect

    Use the auto setting for normal outdoor scenes. When the program selector is set to [AUTO]. The camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off. When you have set the custom white balance: - Depending on the light source, “...

  • Page 50: Setting The Shutter Speed

    If the shutter speed is set to 1/500 or higher in switch to Do not point the camcorder directly at the sun when the shutter speed is set to 1/1000 or higher. The image may flicker when recording with high shutter speeds.

  • Page 51: Auto Slow Shutter

    The camcorder retains the setting separately in mode. If “ ” (camcorder shake warning) appears in the camcorder, for example, by mounting it on a tripod or placing it on a table. ). This allows you to obtain a brighter A.SL SHUTTER ON ) the icon and press ( ).

  • Page 52: Using The Led Light

    Using the LED Light You can turn on the LED light at any time regardless of the recording program. White LED light Press the LIGHT button. • “ ” appears on the screen. • The LED light turns on and off with each press of the button. Do not point the LED light at persons while they are driving.

  • Page 53: Using The Self-Timer

    3. Press the PHOTO button, first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully. The camcorder will record the image after a 10-second countdown (2 seconds when using the PHOTO button of the wireless controller). The countdown appears on the screen.

  • Page 54: Changing The Recording Mode (Sp/Lp)

    If you play back a tape that has been recorded in LP mode with another digital device on this camcorder, or vice versa, picture and sound may become distorted.

  • Page 55: Audio Recording

    The selected audio mode is displayed for approximately 4 seconds. Wind Screen The camcorder reduces the wind noise automatically. However, you can turn off the wind screen when recording indoors, or when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible.

  • Page 56: Using Digital Effects

    Using Digital Effects Faders ( Begin or end scenes with a fade to or from black. Fade Trigger (FADE-T) Corner Wipe (CORNER) Flip (FLIP) Zigzag (ZIGZAG) Tide (TIDE) Wipe (WIPE) Jump (JUMP) Puzzle (PUZZLE) Beam (BEAM)
  • Page 57 Effects ( Add flavor to your recordings. Black and White (BLK&WHT) Mosaic (MOSAIC) Wave (WAVE) Card Mix ( You can choose one of the sample images from the collection on the supplied disk (picture frames and backgrounds) and combine it with the live video recording.

  • Page 58: Selecting An Effect

    Selecting a Fader mode, set the program selector to MENU D.EFFECT OFF 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( effects icon. 2. Select ( ) the [FADER] option and press ( 3. Select ( ) a setting option, press ( the menu.

  • Page 59: Selecting The Card Mix Effect

    Turn off the digital effect when you do not use it. The camcorder retains the setting even if you turn it off or change the recording program. However, you need to select again the still image to be used with the Card Mix effect.

  • Page 60: Widescreen Tv Recording (16:9)

    If the TV type is set to [WIDE TV] the image will appear horizontally squeezed ( If you connect the camcorder to a TV with Video ID-1 system, recordings made in the widescreen mode will be automatically played back in widescreen mode.

  • Page 61: Magnifying The Image

    Magnifying the Image Playback The playback image can be magnified up to 5 times. Joystick 1. Move the zoom lever toward T. • The image is magnified by 2 times. • A frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area. •...

  • Page 62: Displaying The Data Code

    Displaying the Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code containing the recording date and time. You can select the data code combination and display it during playback. Joystick MENU 1. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( 2. Select (...

  • Page 63: End Search

    2. Select ( ) [EXECUTE] and press ( • “END SEARCH” appears. • The camcorder rewinds/fast forwards the tape, plays back the last few seconds of the recording and stops the tape. • Operating the joystick ( End search cannot be used once you unload the cassette.

  • Page 64: Returning To A Pre-Marked Position

    Returning to a Pre-marked Position If you wish to return to a particular scene later, mark the point with the zero set memory and the tape will stop at that point when you rewind/fast forward the tape. This function is operated with the wireless controller.

  • Page 65: Date Search

    Date Search You can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. This function is operated with the wireless controller. Press the button to begin searching. • Press more than once to search for further date changes (up to 10 times).

  • Page 66: Changing The Display Language

    If you have mistakenly changed the language, follow the menu item to change the setting. The displays “FUNC.” and “P.SET” at the bottom of the screen refer to the button names on the camcorder and will not change when you change the language. Changing the Date Format You can select between three date formats.

  • Page 67: Other Camcorder Settings

    Other Camcorder Settings Beep You will hear a beep upon camcorder operations such as power on/off, start/stop, self- timer countdown, and unusual conditions of the camcorder. If you turn off the beep, all camcorder sounds will be turned off. MENU...

  • Page 68: Turning Off The Image Stabilizer

    The image stabilizer might not be as effective when using the recording program. Changing the Display of the Start-Up Image You can set whether the Canon logo will be displayed or not when you turn on the camcorder. MENU To turn off the start-up image: 1.

  • Page 69: Demonstration Mode

    The demonstration mode displays the camcorder’s main features. It starts automatically when you leave the camcorder turned on (using the power adapter) without loading a recording media for more than 5 minutes. However, you can set the camcorder not to start the demonstration mode.

  • Page 70: Recording To A Vcr Or Digital Video Device

    Editing Device You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. If you connect a digital video device, you can copy recordings with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality.
  • Page 71 When connecting a digital video device: - If the picture does not appear, reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on again. - Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all digital video devices equipped...

  • Page 72: Recording From Analog Video Devices (Vcr, Tv Or Camcorder)

    Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) You can record videos or TV programs from a VCR or analog camcorder on the tape in the camcorder. 1. Connect the camcorder to the analog video device. See Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 2.

  • Page 73: Recording From Digital Video Devices (Dv Dubbing)

    10.Connected device: Stop playback. Blank sections may be recorded as anomalous picture. If the picture does not appear, reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on again. You can only record video signals from devices with the recordings in SD (standard definition) standard, in SP or LP recording mode.

  • Page 74: Converting Analog Signals Into Digital Signals

    Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) By connecting the camcorder to a VCR or 8mm video camcorder, you can convert analog video/audio signals to digital signals and output the digital signals via the DV terminal. The DV terminal serves as output terminal only.
  • Page 75 DV terminal. Depending on the software and the specifications of your computer, you may not be able to transfer converted signals via the DV terminal. We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power source. ) the icon and press ) to save the changes, then close the DV] to [OFF].

  • Page 76: Audio Dubbing

    AUDIO Dubbing MENU 1. Set the camcorder to Use a tape recorded in SP, 12-bit mode with this camcorder. 2. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( 3. Select ( ) the [AUDIO SETUP] menu and press ) the [AUDIO DUB.] option and press 4.
  • Page 77 LP mode or 16-bit mode. You cannot use the DV terminal for audio dubbing. If you add sound to a tape not recorded with this camcorder, sound quality may decrease. Sound quality may decrease when you add sound to the same scene for more than 3 times.

  • Page 78: Playing Back The Added Sound

    ) the mix level between ST-1 and ST-2 and press ( save the changes, then close the menu. The camcorder resets to [STEREO1] when you turn the camcorder off. However, the mix balance is memorized by the camcorder. AUDIO SETUP ) the ) to save the changes.

  • Page 79: Transferring Video Recordings To A Computer

    Make sure that camcorder and computer are not connected with a USB cable before connecting the camcorder to the computer using the DV cable. Otherwise, the computer may not operate properly.

  • Page 80: Inserting And Removing A Memory Card

    3. Push the memory card to release it. Remove the memory card. 4. Close the cover. This camcorder is compatible with SD Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards only. Do not use any other types of memory cards. Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards.

  • Page 81: Selecting The Image Quality/Size

    Selecting the Image Quality/Size You can select the still image size from L 1024 x 768 or S 640 x 480 and the still image quality from Super Fine, Fine and Normal. MENU 1024x768 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( 2.

  • Page 82: Changing The Movie Size

    Changing the Still Image Quality during a Tape’s Playback While playing back a tape you can capture a scene as a still image on the memory card. the still image size will be S 640 x 480, but you can select the still image quality.

  • Page 83: File Numbers

    CONTINUOUS The camcorder memorizes the file number of the last image and assigns the consecutive file number to the next image, even when a new memory card is inserted. (If a higher file number already exists on the memory card, the consecutive number will be assigned.) There will be no duplication of file numbers.

  • Page 84: Recording Still Images On A Memory Card

    Recording Still Images on a Memory Card You can record still images with the camcorder or record as still images scenes from a video recording on the tape or from an external video signal from the DV terminal only: also from the AV terminal). You can also record a still image on the memory card while you record a movie on the tape.
  • Page 85 If the subject is not suitable for autofocus, the focusing frame turns yellow and locks the focus. Adjust the focus manually with the joystick. When powered by a battery pack, the camcorder shuts off to save power if left without any operation for 5 minutes. Approximately 30 seconds before the camcorder shuts off the message “...

  • Page 86: Recording From A Tape In The Camcorder

    4. Press the PHOTO button fully. The CARD access indicator flashes. When recording from a tape in the camcorder or other video devices: - A still image recorded from an image in widescreen mode will be vertically compressed. - The data code of the still image will reflect the date and time it has been recorded on the memory card.

  • Page 87: Reviewing A Still Image Right After Recording

    • All indicators are displayed in green when a memory card is played back. “ ” Card Access Display Indicates that the camcorder is writing on the memory card. Still Image Size and Quality Indicates the size and quality of the still image.

  • Page 88: Recording Movies On A Memory Card

    Do not load/unload a cassette during recording. We recommend using a Canon SD Memory Card, or an SD Memory Card with a transfer rate of more than 2 MB/sec., right after initializing it with this camcorder. With memory cards not initialized with this camcorder, or when recording/erasing has been repeatedly performed, the writing speed may be lower and recording may stop.
  • Page 89 3. Press the start/stop button when the scene you wish to record appears. 4. Press the start/stop button to stop recording. When recording from a tape in the camcorder or other video devices: A movie recorded from an image in widescreen mode will be vertically compressed.

  • Page 90: Selecting The Focusing Point

    Selecting the Focusing Point You can change the AF (autofocus) frame selection mode. When the program selector is set to , the focusing point will automatically be set to [ON: AiAF]. 9 Point AiAF Center point MENU 1. Set the program selector to 2.

  • Page 91: Playing Back A Memory Card

    Do not turn off the camcorder, change the position of the TAPE/CARD switch, disconnect the power source, open the memory card cover or remove the memory card while the CARD access indicator is flashing. Doing so could result in data damage.

  • Page 92: Slide Show

    Slide Show MENU SLIDESHOW 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( 2. Press ( ) to start the slide show. • Images and movies are played back one after another. • Press ( ) again to stop the slide show. Index Screen 1.

  • Page 93: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure when displaying a single image or index screen. If a memory card is initialized, all still images and movies, even protected ones, will be erased permanently. Movies can only be protected when the first scene is displayed as a still image. MENU PROTECT OFF 1.

  • Page 94: Erasing Images

    Erasing Images You can erase images one at a time or all at once. Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. Protected images cannot be erased. Movies can only be erased when the first scene is displayed as a still image. Erasing a Single Image 1.

  • Page 95: Initializing A Memory Card

    Initializing a memory card erases all data, including protected images. Images erased by initializing cannot be recovered. Initialize all memory cards before using them with this camcorder. MENU CARD OPERATIONS 1.

  • Page 96: Printing Still Images

    4. Connect the camcorder to the printer using the USB cable. “ ” appears and changes to “ camcorder. (Does not appear with movies, or still images that cannot be played back with the camcorder.) If “ ” continues to flash (for more than 1 minute) or if “...

  • Page 97: Printing After Selecting The Print Settings

    Press ( ) during printing. A confirmation dialog appears. Select [OK] and press ( ). With Canon’s PictBridge compatible printers, the printing will stop immediately (even if not completed) and the paper will be fed through. Printing Errors If an error occurs during the printing process, an error message appears 110).

  • Page 98: Selecting The Print Settings

    [PAPER SIZE] is set to [10 x 14.8 cm], select as the layout 2-, 4-, 9- or [16- UP]; when [PAPER SIZE] is set to [A4], select as the layout [4-UP]. Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS printers: you can also print on the specially designed Photo Stickers sheets.
  • Page 99 2. Select ( ) a date print option and press ( Setting the Print Effect (Image Optimize) This function uses the camcorder's recording information to optimize the image data, yielding high quality prints. 1. In the print setting menu, select ( (print effect) icon and press ( 2.

  • Page 100: Printing With Print Order Settings

    DPOF compatible printers ( can be selected. Selecting Still Images for Printing (Print Order) Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the print orders. MENU PRINT ORDER 1. Select the still image you wish to print.

  • Page 101: Erasing All Print Orders

    ) [YES] and press ( close the menu. All “ ” disappear. Printing MENU 1. Connect the printer to the camcorder ( 2. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( 3. Select ( ) the [ • The print setting menu appears. • “SET PRINT ORDER”...

  • Page 102: Transferring Memory Card Images To A Computer

    Make sure that camcorder and computer are not connected with a DV cable before connecting the camcorder to the computer using the USB cable.

  • Page 103: Direct Transfer

    TRANSFER... WALLPAPER... Preparations The first time you connect the camcorder to the computer, you need to install the software and set the auto-launch setting. 1. Install the supplied Digital Video Software. See Installing the Software in the Digital Video Software instruction manual (PDF file).

  • Page 104: Transferring A Selected Image

    ) [OK] and press ( • The images are transferred to the computer and displayed in the Main Window of ZoomBrowser EX. • The camcorder displays the transfer menu when transfer is complete. • To cancel transfer, select ( FUNC. button.

  • Page 105: Selecting Images For Transfer (Transfer Order)

    You can select images for transfer to the computer. These transfer settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. A maximum of 998 images can be selected. Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the transfer orders. MENU TRANS.ORDER OFF 1.

  • Page 106: Screen Displays

    • Displays cannot be hidden on the index screen. Hiding/Showing the Displays on the TV Screen When you connect a TV for recording, you can select to hide the camcorder displays on the TV screen. For playback, you can show the camcorder displays on the TV screen.
  • Page 107 Screen Displays during Recording/Playback (see also Operating mode ( 6), Zoom ( Exposure adjustment ( Recording program ( White balance ( Image effects ( Self-timer ( : Recording : Record pause : Stop : Eject : Playback : Fast forward : Rewind Digital effects ( Shutter speed (...
  • Page 108 Movie size ( Still image size/quality ( Focusing frame ( Remaining card capacity for still images Joystick guide ( Camcorder shake warning ( AF/AE locked ( Slide show ( Protect mark ( File number ( Current image/Total number of images...

  • Page 109: List Of Messages

    Cassette is protected. Replace the cassette or change the ERASURE PREVENTION position of the protect switch. REMOVE THE Camcorder stopped operating to protect the tape. Unload and CASSETTE reload the cassette. CHECK THE INPUT DV cable is not connected, or the connected digital device is turned off.

  • Page 110: Direct Print Related Messages

    USB CABLE Direct Print Related Messages Following messages may appear on the camcorder screen. On printers equipped with an operation panel, an error number or message displays on the panel. Refer to the printer’s manual for the remedies corresponding to the error numbers or messages.
  • Page 111 Message PRINT ERROR Cancel printing, disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer. After a while, turn the printer back on and reconnect the USB cable. Check the printer status. HARDWARE ERROR Refer to the printer's manual to solve the problem. COMMUNICATION The printer is experiencing a data transmission error.

  • Page 112: Maintenance/Others

    ( Storage If you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time, store it in a place free of dust, in low humidity, and at temperatures not higher than 30 °C (86 °F).
  • Page 113 When the playback picture becomes distorted, the video heads need to be cleaned. To maintain the best picture quality, we recommend cleaning the video heads frequently with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette.
  • Page 114 Attach the terminal cover whenever a battery pack is not in use. Contact with metallic objects may cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack. Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camcorder. Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth.
  • Page 115 Rewind tapes after use. If the tape becomes slack and damaged, it may cause picture and sound distortion. Return cassettes in the case and store them upright. Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use. Do not use spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes as they may damage the camcorder.
  • Page 116 We recommend saving backups of memory card images on your computer’s hard drive or other external memory device. Image data may be corrupted or lost due to memory card defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon Inc. makes no warranties for corrupted or lost data.

  • Page 117: Using The Camcorder Abroad

    You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult the Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Playback on a TV Screen You can only play back your recordings on TVs with NTSC system.

  • Page 118: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. Power Source Problem Camcorder will not turn on. The camcorder switches off by itself. Cassette compartment will not open.
  • Page 119 Cassette is not loaded. Tape reached the end (“ screen). Cassette is protected (“ flashes on the screen). Camcorder is set to a mode other than the mode. Camcorder will not focus. Autofocus does not work on that subject. Viewfinder is not adjusted.
  • Page 120 Memory card cannot be played back. Image cannot be erased. “ ” flashes red. Cause Camcorder is turned off, or is Set the camcorder to not set to mode. The TAPE/CARD switch is set Set the TAPE/CARD switch to to CARD.

  • Page 121: System Diagram

    System Diagram WS-20 Wrist Strap Shoulder Strap MiniDV Video Cassette WL-D85 Wireless Controller SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case * The BP-2L5 is not available as a separate optional accessory. (Availability differs from area to area) CBC-NB2 CB-2LT Car Battery Charger Battery Charger NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L5, BP-2L12, BP-2L14 Battery Pack...

  • Page 122: 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. Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories.
  • Page 123 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 124: Specifications

    File Format Image Compression Method * The camcorder's operations have been tested with SD memory cards up to 2GB. Performance cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards. **This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between camcorders and printers.
  • Page 125 AV Terminal DV Terminal USB Terminal Power/Others Power supply (rated) Power consumption (AF on) Operating temperature Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight (camcorder body only) CA-570 Compact Power Adapter Power supply Power consumption Rated output Operating temperature Dimensions Weight...

  • Page 126: Item Codes

    Item Codes Provided Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter NB-2LH Battery Pack STV-250N Stereo Video Cable WL-D85 Wireless Controller IFC-300PCU USB Cable Optional Accessories BP-2L12 Battery Pack BP-2L14 Battery Pack NB-2L Battery Pack CB-2LT Battery Charger CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger WS-20 Wrist Strap SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case SC-A50 Soft Carrying Case...

  • Page 127: Index

    6-second auto date ....62 Abroad, using the camcorder ..117 Accessories ....122 Analog line-in recording* .
  • Page 128 Night (recording program) ..41 On-screen displays ....106 Operating modes ....6 Playback - Memory card .
  • Page 129 FOR THE UNITED STATES The warranty set forward below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. with respect to equipment purchased in the United States. The limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of your Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase.
  • Page 130 Video Heads which will be exchanged for a period of 3 months from the date of purchase. Labour: For a period of one year from the date of original purchase, labour will be provided free of charge by our Canon Service Facilities in Canada.
  • Page 131 15955 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA CANON U.S.A., INC. HONOLULU OFFICE 210 Ward Avenue, Suite 200, Honolulu, Hl 96814 USA If you have any questions, call the Canon U.S.A. Information Center toll-free at 1-800-828-4040 (U.S.A. only). CANADA CANON CANADA INC. NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS 6390 Dixie Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1P7 CANON CANADA INC.

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