Canon Legria FS20 Instruction Manual
Canon Legria FS20 Instruction Manual

Canon Legria FS20 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB. DIE-324 Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
  • 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 Wireless Controller ( only) and 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 Copying Scenes 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 Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing Histogram Display Protecting Photos Copying Photos Other Functions You Can Use When Taking Photos...
  • Page 7 Table of contents Transferring Photos to a Computer (Direct Transfer) Transfer Orders Additional Information ______________________ Appendix: Menu Options Lists FUNC. Menu Setup Menus Camera Setup (Zoom Type, Image Stabilizer, etc.) Memory Operations (Initialization, etc.) Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) System Setup (Speaker Volume, Beep, etc.) Date/Time Setup Trouble?
  • Page 8: About This Manual

    Introduction About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon LEGRIA FS22/FS21/FS20/FS200*. 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 ( 90).
  • Page 9 Special Scene Recording Programs Names of buttons and switches other Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a than the joystick are indicated within fireworks display becomes as easy as a “button” frame. selecting a Special Scene recording 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 Adapter WL-D88 Wireless Controller Lithium Button Battery CR2025 for Wireless Controller STV-250N IFC-400PCU USB Cable WS-30 Wrist Strap Stereo Video Cable Yellow •...
  • Page 11: Components Guide

    Components Guide Left side view RESET button ( VIDEO SNAP (Video Snapshot) button 44)/ (print/share) button 67, 77) DISP. (on-screen display) button 51, 64)/ BATT. INFO button ( USB terminal ( AV OUT/ H terminal ( MIC terminal (red) ( Speaker ( Strap mount ( ACCESS (memory access) indicator...
  • Page 12 Introduction Remote sensor ( Back view LCD screen ( 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 ( 35)/ Zoom out W (wide-angle) button ( (play/pause) button ( 35)/ Top view...
  • Page 13 Wireless Controller WL-D88 START/STOP button ( FUNC. button ( 25, 81) MENU button ( 25, 83) PLAYLIST button ( Navigation buttons ( (frame reverse) button ( (fast reverse) button ( (play) button ( (pause) button ( (stop) button ( PHOTO button ( Zoom buttons ( SET button (frame advance) button (...
  • Page 14: Screen Displays

    Introduction Screen Displays Recording Movies Operating mode ( Recording program ( 41, 42) White balance ( Image effects ( Digital effects ( Recording mode ( Remote sensor off ( Manual focus ( Image stabilizer ( Pre-recording function ( Playing Movies Memory operation ( (During Playback) Number of scenes recorded (record...
  • Page 15 Recording Photos Zoom ( 32), Exposure Recording program ( 41, 42) White balance ( Image effect ( Digital effect ( Drive mode ( Photo quality/size ( Manual focus ( Remaining battery time ( Number of photos available ( Viewing Photos On the memory card In the built-in memory...
  • Page 16 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.
  • Page 17: Getting Started

    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 18 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.
  • Page 19: Preparing The Wireless Controller ( Only) And Accessories

    supplied compact power adapter to Press the tab in the direction of voltage converters for overseas travels the arrow and pull out the battery or special power sources such as those holder. on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, Place the lithium button battery etc.
  • Page 20 Preparations Accessories O ATTACH A WRIST STRAP Pass the attaching end of the wrist Fasten the grip belt. strap through the back bracket on • Adjust the grip belt so that you can the camcorder, thread the wrist strap reach the zoom lever with your index through the loop and fasten.
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Position And Brightness Of The Lcd Screen

    You can also remove the grip belt and To allow the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller attach the shoulder strap directly to the from the front. rear bracket on the camcorder. O REATTACH THE GRIP BELT 180° 1 Pass the end of the strap through the rear bracket on the camcorder.
  • Page 22 Preparations 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 85). To toggle between normal and bright or to turn off [LCD DIMMER], perform the following procedure.
  • Page 23: 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 24: Joystick And Joystick Guide

    Preparations You can access the menus and change Joystick and Joystick Guide settings to your preference. Even in flexible recording mode, the camcorder can help you with the settings. For Use the joystick to operate the example, you can use the Special camcorder's menus.
  • Page 25: Using The Menus

    FUNC. Press In either mode, if you wait a few Select ( ) the icon of the seconds, the joystick guide will function you want to change from minimize again but the selected the left side column. function can still be operated. You can Menu items not available will appear also push the joystick ( ) to hide the grayed out.
  • Page 26: First Time Settings

    Preparations Select ( ) the icon and First Time Settings press to open the setup menus. MENU You can also press on the wireless controller ( only) or hold FUNC. pressed down for more Setting the Date and Time than 1 second or to open directly the setup menus screen.
  • Page 27: Changing The Language

    • 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 day-month-year select the menu item with the mark (for example, [1.JAN.2009 12:00 AM]).
  • Page 28: Using A Memory Card

    Preparations 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 29). 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 29 Do not force the cover closed if the depend on the recording mode (for movies) or size/quality (for photos) currently in use. memory card is not correctly inserted. IMPORTANT Initializing the Built-In Memory ( only) or Memory Card Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable.
  • Page 30 Preparations FUNC. MENU] MEMORY OPER.] [INITIALIZE] Initialization method [YES]* [OK] FUNC. * Press to cancel the complete initialization while it is in progress. All recordings will be erased but the recording media can be used without any problem. IMPORTANT • Initializing the memory will permanently erase all data.
  • Page 31: Basic Recording

    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 32: Selecting The Video Quality

    Video 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 33: Selecting The Zoom Type

    Selecting the Zoom Type [WIDESCREEN] set to [ ON] (16:9) 45x*, 41x** * The picture angle will be wider at both full Options telephoto and full wide-angle. Default value ** The picture angle will be wider at full OPTICAL] (37x) wide-angle.
  • Page 34: Quick Start Function

    Video camcorder entered the standby NOTES mode. • Keep at least 1 m away from the When you wish to resume subject. At full wide angle, you can recording, open the LCD panel. focus on a subject as close as 1 cm. The ON/OFF(CHG) indicator will •...
  • Page 35: Basic Playback

    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 36 Video movies on the memory card using this Frame Advance/Reverse ( only) camcorder. In playback pause mode, press • You may not be able to play back with on the wireless controller to this camcorder movies recorded using reverse a few frames (approx. another device.
  • Page 37: Selecting What Recordings To Play Back

    3 Return ( ) to the index screen to Selecting What Recordings to Play Back select the scene or photo. From the index screen, you can select whether to play back movies or photos. Selecting Scenes by Recording Date You can also use the tabs on the top of the screen to select the media from which to play back recordings ( You can search for all the recordings...
  • Page 38: Selecting The Playback Starting Point From The Movie Timeline

    Video day. Below it will appear the number of scenes recorded and number of scenes recorded and the total recording time for the the total recording time for the same day. same day. • You can select ( ) the year or month field and change ( ) the Change (...
  • Page 39: Pre-Selecting Recordings From The Index Screen

    In the index screen select the O CHANGE THE INTERVAL BETWEEN FRAMES scene you want to view and press DISP. FUNC. FUNC. Desired interval • The timeline screen appears. The large thumbnail will show the first frame of the scene. Below it, the timeline ruler shows frames taken Pre-selecting Recordings from the from the scene at fixed intervals.
  • Page 40: Deleting Scenes

    Video Move ( ) between the Deleting Scenes scenes or photos in the index screen and press to select an individual scene/photo. You can delete original scenes that you • A checkmark will appear on the are not interested in keeping. Deleting selected scenes/photos.
  • Page 41: Advanced Functions

    operation while it is in progress. Some Advanced Functions scenes will be deleted nevertheless. IMPORTANT • Be careful when deleting original Special Scene Recording Programs recordings. Once deleted, an original scene cannot be recovered. • Back up important scenes before Recording in a very bright ski resort or deleting them ( 74).
  • Page 42: Controlling Shutter Speed And Other Functions While Shooting

    Video PORTRAIT] BEACH] The camcorder uses Use this mode to a large aperture, record on a sunny achieving a focus on beach. It prevents the subject while the subject from blurring other distracting details. being underexposed. SPORTS] SUNSET] Use this mode to Use this mode to record sports record sunsets in...
  • Page 43: Mini Video Light

    1/2*, 1/3*, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25 To record in dimly lit places. 1/50 Options Default value To record under most ordinary conditions. PROGRAM AE] 1/120 The camcorder automatically adjusts the To record indoor sports scenes. aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure for the subject.
  • Page 44: Video Snapshot

    Video CD-ROM. For details, refer to the software’s instruction manual (PDF file). Push the joystick ( ) to display the joystick guide. Select ( ) [VID.LIGHT ] and press Recording Scenes • appears on the screen. • Press again to turn the mini video light off.
  • Page 45 In the original movies index Transfer Utility may not be used VIDEO SNAP screen, press without permission from the copyright holder, except for cases permitted • The button’s light illuminates. under applicable laws, such as for • An index screen appears that personal use.
  • Page 46: Pre-Recording Function

    Video camcorder ( 45) and transfer the - Turning on pre-recording - Exiting standby mode files again. - Stopping a recording • Pre-recording will be turned off when any of the following operations are performed. Pre-recording Function - Opening the FUNC. menu or setup menus - Leaving the camcorder without any The camcorder will start recording 3...
  • Page 47: Automatic Backlight Correction And Manual Exposure

    Automatic Backlight Correction 2 seconds when using the wireless controller. NOTES • When the LCD panel is rotated toward the lens, we recommend pushing the When shooting subjects with a strong joystick ( ) to hide the joystick guide light source behind them, you can have and make the icon appear larger.
  • Page 48: White Balance

    Video • During exposure lock, press Infinity Focus return the camcorder to automatic Use this function when you wish to exposure. focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. Instead of step 3 in the previous procedure: Manual Focus Adjustment Push the joystick ( ) toward hold it down.
  • Page 49: Image Effects

    • Custom white balance may provide TUNGSTEN] better results in the following cases: For recording under tungsten and tungsten type - Changing lighting conditions (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting. - Close-ups - Subjects in a single color (sky, sea or SET] forest) Use the custom white balance setting to make - Under mercury lamps and certain white subjects appear white under colored...
  • Page 50: Digital Effects

    Video FUNC. * You can preview the digital effect on the screen. IMAGE EFFECT OFF] **The icon of the selected digital effect Desired option appears. FUNC. Applying Digital Effects Push the joystick ( ) to display the joystick guide. Select ( ) [D.EFFECT ] and Options...
  • Page 51: On-Screen Displays And Data Code

    mode: NOTES • All displays on • Data code only • When you apply a fader, not only the • All displays off picture but also the sound will fade in or out. When you apply an effect, the mode: sound will be recorded normally.
  • Page 52: Using An External Microphone

    Video appears. When recording in very quiet surroundings, the built-in microphone may pick up the sound of the O ADJUST THE VOLUME OF THE camcorder’s internal machinery. In such HEADPHONES case, we recommend using an external microphone. mode, adjust the volume of the headphones with the [PHONES VOL.] setting ( 87).
  • Page 53: Playlist And Scene Operations

    • A progress bar will be displayed on Playlist and Scene Operations the screen. • You can press to cancel the operation while it is in progress. 6 When the confirmation screen appears, press Dividing Scenes The video from the division point to the end of the scene will appear as a You can divide scenes (original scenes new scene in the index screen.
  • Page 54 Video FUNC. scenes ( 44). Moving or deleting ADD TO PLAYLIST] scenes in the playlist will not affect the Desired option [YES] original recordings. • When the operation is completed [ADDED TO PLAYLIST] will be displayed. • Scenes are added to the playlist on the same media they are recorded on.
  • Page 55 Select ( ) the scene you Copying Scenes want to delete. This step is not necessary to delete all scenes. You can copy original movies or the Delete the scene(s). entire playlist only from the built-in memory to the corresponding location FUNC.
  • Page 56 Video Copy the scene(s). FUNC. COPY] Desired option [YES]* FUNC. [OK] * Press to interrupt the operation while it is in progress. Copying the Entire Playlist Open the index screen of the built- in memory's playlist. In the original movies index screen of the built-in memory, press PLAYLIST Copy the scene(s).
  • Page 57 Photos Refer to this chapter for details on shooting photos – from capturing and playing back photos to printing them. • When you press PHOTO Basic Recording the wireless controller, the photo is recorded after the autofocus is activated and locked. PHOTO Press fully.
  • Page 58 Photos NOTES • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you set the camcorder to Options mode. Photo size options and the approximate • When printing photos, use the following number of photos that can be recorded guidelines as a reference for selecting on memory cards of various sizes are the print size.
  • Page 59 Basic Playback Erasing a Photo Right After Recording It You can erase the photo recorded last while reviewing it within the time set for Viewing Photos the [REVIEW] option or immediately after recording it, if [REVIEW] is set to OFF]. While reviewing the photo immediately after recording: Push the joystick (...
  • Page 60 Photos Return ( ) to the index screen. Push the joystick ( ) to display the joystick guide. Select ( ) a photo. Select ( and press • Move the orange selection frame to the photo you want to view. JUMP 10 PHOTOS •...
  • Page 61 Press to play back the photos NOTES one after another. • When playing Press to stop the slideshow. back a slideshow, make sure the music files are in the same media (built-in O SET THE SLIDESHOW TO MUSIC memory or memory card) that contains the photos.
  • Page 62 Photos • will appear for photos that [ONE PHOTO] cannot be enlarged. Deletes only the photo marked with the orange Move ( ) the frame to the selection frame. part of the photo you want to see [SELECTED PHOTOS] enlarged. Deletes all the photos selected in advance To cancel the magnification, move Pre-...
  • Page 63: Additional Functions

    Options Default value Additional Functions SINGLE] Records a single photo. CONT.SHOOT.] (Continuous Shooting), Drive Mode: HISPEED CONT.SHOOT. ] Continuous Shooting and Exposure (High-Speed Continuous Shooting) Bracketing Captures a series of photos as long as you hold pressed down. For the number of PHOTO shots per second, refer to the sidebar on page 63.
  • Page 64 Photos XPOSURE RACKETING Protecting Photos PHOTO Press , first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully You can protect photos from accidental to record the photos. erasure. Three photos in different exposures will be recorded. Protecting Single Photos Open the photo selection screen. Histogram Display FUNC.
  • Page 65 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 39). IMPORTANT Open the index screen of the Initializing the recording media ( 29) will photos recorded in the built-in permanently erase all recordings,...
  • Page 66: Printing Photos

    • Zoom ( • Quick Start ( • Recording programs ( 41, 42) 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 67 • 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 68 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 69 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 70 Photos 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 70).
  • Page 71 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 ( 67). • To cancel the printing, refer to page 68. • Restarting Printing: Open the print settings menu as explained in step 2.
  • Page 72: 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/ H 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 73: Playback On A Tv Screen

    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 Connection Connect to a computer to transfer and back up your recordings, to the optional DW-100 DVD Burner to create DVD discs from them, or to a printer to print out photos.
  • Page 74 External Connections Saving your Recordings without a Saving and Backing Up Computer Your Recordings If you prefer to save your recordings without having to use a computer, you can use the optional DW-100 DVD Backing Up Your Recordings on a Burner to create DVD discs of your Computer movies and Photo DVDs of your photos...
  • Page 75 Options for creating DVD discs Connecting to the DVD Burner and mode) Creating a Disc Turn on the DVD burner. [ALL SCENES] Refer to Creating DVDs. Add all the scenes to the disc(s). Connect the camcorder to the [REM.SCENES] DVD burner using the supplied Add only those scenes that have not been USB cable.
  • Page 76 External Connections 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 77 or less. (In such case, the connection NOTES time will be about 3 minutes 30 seconds). • We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. • By default, on-screen displays will be embedded in the output video signal. Copying your Recordings to an External You can change the displays by Video Recorder...
  • Page 78 External Connections Select in - Do not open the memory card slot cover. advance the memory from which you - Do not disconnect the USB cable. want to transfer photos ( 37). - Do not turn off the camcorder or the Connect the camcorder to the computer.
  • Page 79 transfer photos to a computer. Try using a card reader. • Disconnect the USB cable before changing the operating mode. Transferring Photos Automatic Transfer Options All the relevant photos will be transferred to the computer in one batch and their thumbnails will be displayed on the computer.
  • Page 80 External Connections Repeat steps 2-3 to mark NOTES additional photos with transfer FUNC. orders or press twice to When the camcorder is connected to the close the menu. computer and the photo selection screen FUNC. is displayed, press to return to the Setting Transfer Orders from the Index transfer menu.
  • Page 81: Additional Information

    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 25).
  • Page 82 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] [ALL SCENES], [ALL SCENES (THIS DATE)], [ONE SCENE], –...
  • Page 83 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 84 Additional Information • We recommend setting the image stabilizer to [ OFF] when using a tripod. [WIDESCREEN]: The camcorder uses the full width of the image sensor providing high- resolution 16:9 recordings. • Since the screen on the camcorder has an aspect ratio of 16:9, recordings with a 4:3 aspect ratio will appear in the center of the screen with black sidebars.
  • Page 85 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 86 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 87 [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 88 Additional Information • In standby mode, the camcorder will shut off after the time selected for the [QUICK START] setting. • The Power Save mode cannot be set while the compact power adapter is connected to the camcorder. [QUICK START]: Select whether to activate the Quick Start function ( 34) when you close the LCD panel in a recording mode and the length of time after which the camcorder will end the standby mode and shut off automatically.
  • Page 89 Date/Time Setup DATE/TIME SETUP Menu item Setting options [T.ZONE/DST] List of world time zones. [DATE/TIME] – [DATE FORMAT] [Y.M.D (2009.1.1 AM 12:00)], – [M.D,Y (JAN. 1, 2009 12:00 AM)], [D.M.Y (1.JAN.2009 12:00 AM)] [DATE FORMAT]: Select the date format to be used for most on-screen displays, and (if selected) for the date printed on photos.
  • Page 90: 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 91 The battery pack is exhausted extremely quickly even at normal temperatures. - The battery may have reached the end of its battery life. Buy a new battery pack. Recording Pressing Start/Stop will not start recording. - You cannot record while the camcorder is writing previous recording onto the memory (while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing).
  • Page 92 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 93 Screen displays turn on and off repeatedly. - The battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack ( 17). - Remove the battery pack and reattach it correctly. Abnormal characters appear on the screen and the camcorder does not operate properly. - Disconnect the power source and reconnect it after a short time.
  • Page 94 - There is a problem that prevents accessing the built-in memory. Initialize the built-in memory with this camcorder ( 29). BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR - The built-in memory could not be read. This may indicate a problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. BUILT-IN MEMORY FULL - The built-in memory is full ([ END] appears on the screen).
  • Page 95 CANNOT COPY - The total size of the scenes you selected to copy exceeds the available space on the memory card. Delete some recordings on the memory card ( 40, 62) or reduce the number of scenes to copy. CANNOT DIVIDE THE SCENE. INITIALIZE ONLY USING THE CAMCORDER. - The scene could not be divided because data could not be added to the camcorder's file management data.
  • Page 96 Additional Information CANNOT RECORD 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 ( 29). CARD FULL - The memory card is full. Erase some recordings ( 40, 62) to free some space or replace the memory card.
  • Page 97 NO PHOTOS - There are no photos to play back. NO SCENES - There are no scenes recorded in the memory selected. NOT AVAILABLE IN DUAL SHOT - You pressed a button that cannot be used in mode. Turn the camera mode dial to a flexible recording mode ( NOT ENOUGH AVAILABLE SPACE CANNOT DIVIDE THE SCENE - The scene could not be divided because there was not enough available space in the memory.
  • Page 98 Additional Information THE CAMCORDER IS SET TO PHOTO MODE - You pressed Start/Stop while the camera mode dial was set to THE CARD IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION - The LOCK switch on the SD or SDHC memory card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the position of the LOCK switch.
  • Page 99 Messages Related to the Optional DW-100 DVD Burner If a message appears while the camcorder is connected to the optional DW-100 DVD Burner, refer to the following section and also to the instruction manual of the DVD Burner. CANNOT READ THE DISC CHECK THE DISC - During disc recording mode, this message can appear when a commercially available DVD disc (a DVD disc containing movies, software, etc.) or an 8 cm mini DVD disc is inserted.
  • Page 100 - 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 101 - 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 102: Handling Precautions

    Canon shall not be 5.5 mm. Using other tripods may liable for any data loss. damage the camcorder.
  • Page 103 • Do not drop it or subject it to shocks. • If you use with the camcorder battery • Do not get it wet. packs that are not genuine Canon battery packs, will appear and the remaining battery time will not be CAUTION: displayed.
  • Page 104 Additional Information • Do not disassemble, bend, drop, or Lithium Button Battery subject memory cards to shocks and do not expose them to water. • Check the direction before inserting the memory card. Forcing a memory WARNING! card into the slot if it is not correctly •...
  • Page 105 necessary precautions when you Maintenance/Others dispose of the camcorder or memory card, for example by physically damaging it to prevent the leakage of private data. If giving the Cleaning camcorder to another person, initialize the built-in memory using the Camcorder Body [COMPL.INIT.] setting ( 29), fill it up •...
  • Page 106 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
  • Page 107 On the memory card: [CANON] [PRIVATE] [MY_MUSIC] MUSIC_01.WAV to MUSIC_99.WAV In the built-in memory: [CANON] [MY_MUSIC] MUSIC_01.WAV to MUSIC_99.WAV The supplied Instruction Manual/ Music Data Disc CD-ROM contains a folder called [MUSIC]. This folder contains two folders called [MUSIC 1] and [MUSIC 2].
  • Page 108: System Diagram

    Additional Information General Information System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap WS-30 Wrist Strap VCR/DVD recorder WL-D88 Wireless Controller* SCART Adapter CG-800E DW-100 DVD Burner STV-250N Battery Charger Stereo Video Cable DVD discs BP-808 Battery Pack IFC-400PCU USB Cable CA-570 Compact...
  • Page 109: 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 110 Additional Information Recording and Playback Times The recording and playback times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to recording mode and charging, recording or playback conditions. The effective usage time of the battery pack may decrease when recording in cold surroundings, when using the brighter screen settings, etc.
  • Page 111 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. Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
  • Page 112: Specifications

    Additional Information Specifications LEGRIA FS22/FS21/FS20/FS200 System Recording System Movies: SD-Video Video compression: MPEG-2 Audio compression: Dolby Digital 2ch (AC-3) Photos: DCF (Design rule for camera 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 113 Lens f=2.6-96.2 mm, F/2.0-5.2, 37x optical zoom 35 mm equivalent (all figures are approximate values) 16:9 Movies (advanced zoom) 41.7-1,877 mm (optical zoom) 47.1-1,743 mm 4:3 Movies (advanced zoom) 44.6-2,052 mm (optical zoom) 44.6-1,650 mm 16:9 Photos 45.2-1,672 mm 4:3 Photos 41.5-1,536 mm f=2.6-96.2 mm, F/2.0-5.2, 37x optical zoom 35 mm equivalent (all figures are approximate values)
  • Page 114 Additional Information CA-570 Compact Power Adapter Power supply 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Rated output / consumption 8.4 V DC, 1.5 A / 29 VA (100 V) – 39 VA (240 V) Operating temperature 0 – 40 °C Dimensions 52 x 29 x 90 mm Weight...
  • Page 115 Deleting/Erasing Index Movies ....40, 54 Photos ....59, 62 Digital effects .
  • Page 116 Additional Information Recording mode ....32 Recording programs ... 41, 42 Magnifying photos ....61 Recording time .
  • Page 117: Wireless Controller

    VIDEO SNAP .....44 Zoom Video Snapshot ....44 Advanced zoom .
  • Page 118 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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