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Instruction Manual
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Manuel d’instruction
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Manual de Instrucciones
Please read also the following instruction manual
(electronic version on PDF file). For further details refer to
the installation guide.
Digital Video Software
Instruction Manual
Version 25
Veuillez lire aussi le manuel d’instruction suivant (version
électronique sur fichier PDF). Pour d’autres détails référez-
vous au guide d’installation.
English
Lea también el siguiente manual de instrucciones (versión
electrónica en archivo PDF). Para mayores detalles,
refiérase a la guía de instalación.
• Digital Video Software
NTSC
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word “product”
refers to the Canon DVD Camcorder DC50/
DC220/DC230 A and all its accessories.
10 Power Sources — The CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supply to your home, consult
your product dealer or local power
1
2
3
4
5
Read Instructions — All the safety and
operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
company. Regarding other power sources
such as battery power, refer to instructions
in this manual.
Retain Instructions — The safety and
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
11 Polarization — The CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter is equipped with a
polarized 2-prong plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other).
Heed Warnings — All warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If
the plug still fails to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
Follow Instructions — All operating and
maintenance instructions should be
followed.
Cleaning — Unplug this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product
should be cleaned only as recommended
in this manual.
12 Power Cord Protection — Power cords
should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them. Pay particular
attention to plugs and the point from which
the cords exit the product.
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Accessories — Do not use accessories not
recommended in this manual as they may
be hazardous.
Avoid magnetic or electric fields — Do not
use the camera close to TV transmitters,
portable communication devices or other
sources of electric or magnetic radiation.
They may cause picture interference, or
permanently damage the camera.
13 Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an
outside antenna is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna is grounded
so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI / NFPA No. 70—1984,
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9
Water and Moisture — Hazard of electric
shock — Do not use this product near
water or in rainy/moist situations.
provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See figure 1.
Placing or Moving — Do not place on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or
table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the
product.
A product and cart
combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Fig. 1
18 Damage Requiring Service — Disconnect
this product from the wall outlet and all
power sources including battery, and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
ANTENNA DISCHARGE
CLAMP
UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or
objects have fallen into, the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain
or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally
even if you follow the operating
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operation
instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance. This indicates a
need for service.
14 Lightning — For added protection of this
product during a lightning storm, or when it
is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, disconnect it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will
prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
15 Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets
and extension cords as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
16 Objects and Liquid Entry — Never push
objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind onto
the product.
19 Replacement Parts — When replacement
parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts that
are specified by Canon or that have the
same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock or other hazards.
17 Servicing — Do not attempt to service this
product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all
20 Safety Check — Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in safe
operating order.
servicing to qualified service personnel.
When replacement of the 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. Contact your nearest Canon
Service Center for further information.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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How to select a DVD disc
There are many types of DVD discs but this camcorder uses only the following three
types of 8 cm mini DVD discs: DVD-R, DVD-R DL and DVD-RW. Note that what you
can do with a disc depends on the type of DVD used so select the disc that best fits
your purpose.
DVD-R
Best for Compatibility
DVD-Rs can be recorded only once - you cannot edit or delete the recordings. On the
other hand, these discs are comparatively cheaper and they can be played back in
most common DVD players.
DVD-R DL
Best for Recording Time
Dual-layered discs allow writing up to 80% more data (2.6 GB) on a single recording
side. However, DVD-R DLs can only be played back on DVD devices compatible with
dual-layered discs. Also, you cannot edit or delete the recordings.
Dual-layered discs have two recording layers. The camcorder
Layer 2
Layer 1
Scene 2
Scene 1
will record on Layer 1 and then continue to Layer 2. During
the playback of a recording spanning both layers, you may
notice a brief stop (about 1 second) at the point where the
camcorder switches to the second layer.
Recording surface
DVD-RW
Best for Reusability
Recordings made on a DVD-RW disc can be edited or deleted. Also, the disc can be
initialized1 allowing you to use the same disc numerous times.
Disc specification on DVD-RWs
DVD-RW discs can be recorded using either one of two disc specifications:
VIDEO mode or VR mode. When you first insert a brand new DVD-RW disc,
the camcorder will automatically display the initialization screen where you
can select the disc specification for the disc.
VIDEO mode: Once finalized2, discs recorded in VIDEO mode can be played
back in most common DVD players offering the best compatibility. However,
recordings cannot be edited (deleted, rearranged, etc.).
VR mode: You can easily edit the recordings. However, discs recorded in VR
mode can only be played back with DVD players compatible with DVD-RWs
in VR mode.
Note: DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs can only be recorded in VIDEO mode.
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Great Advantages of DVDs
Why DVDs are better than tapes
No need to worry about recording over a tape.
When you use a DVD, the camcorder will automatically record on the empty space of
the disc. So you don't have to worry about mistakenly recording over a precious
memory.
Just select a scene from the index screen.
You don't need to bother running a tape forwards and backwards to find the scene you
want to play back. Simply select a scene from the index screen and start the playback
in a breeze.
Easily edit your recordings on a computer.
You can transfer your videos and photos from the disc to a computer and easily edit
them with editing software. Easily create your own original movies.
Recommended Discs
The camcorder's performance was tested with single-layered discs using the
supplied discs and Hitachi-Maxell HG series DVD discs; and with dual-
layered discs using Canon DVD-R DL54 discs and Verbatim DVD-R DL discs.
For further details, contact directly the manufacturer's customer support
center. Note that attempting to record or play with this camcorder DVD discs
that were recorded, initialized or finalized with other digital devices can result
in permanently losing the recordings.
For the highest compatibility with external DVD devices we recommend
using the VIDEO mode.
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Available features depend on the DVD disc used
DVD-RW
VIDEO
Disc Type
DVD-R
DVD-R DL
VR
Editing scenes with this camcorder (deleting scenes,
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
editing the Playlist) (
68)
Deleting a scene or still image immediately after recording
it ( 69, 73)
Initializing the disc in order to use it again for recording
71)
(
Giving a title to the disc (
72)
Finalizing the disc in order to play it with a DVD player
77)
3
(
4
Adding recordings to a disc already finalized (
79)
–
–
Copying still images between the disc and the memory
card ( 74)
Converting still images into Photomovie scenes (
Editing scenes on a computer5
74)
(
83)
1 Disc initialization clears all the recordings on the disc and restores the free space on the disc to its
initial value so you can use the same disc again. DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs cannot be initialized.
2 Disc finalization is the processing of the free space (the unrecorded area) on the disc in order to
make it playable on external DVD devices (
77). To finalize a DVD-R DL disc, the camcorder has
to process both layers. Therefore, and depending on the amount of free space on the disc, this
process may be lengthy.
3 Playback cannot be guaranteed with all external DVD devices.
4 You will need to unfinalize the disc first.
5 The MyDVD for Canon software is not included with the
.
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Table of contents
Introduction
How to select a DVD disc ............................................................................... 5
About this Manual
About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide ................................................... 11
About the Power Switch................................................................................ 12
About the Operating Modes.......................................................................... 12
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Supplied Accessories.................................................................................... 14
Components Guide............................................................................. 15
Components Guide ............................................................... 17
Screen Displays............................................................................................ 20
Preparations
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack............................................................................ 23
Inserting and Removing a Disc..................................................................... 26
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card ...................................................... 28
Preparing the Camcorder.............................................................................. 28
The Wireless Controller .......................................................... 29
Adjusting the LCD Screen............................................................................. 30
Using the Menus
Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option................................................................... 31
Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus .................................................. 31
First Time Settings
Changing the Language................................................................................ 32
Changing the Time Zone............................................................................... 32
Setting the Date and Time ............................................................................ 33
Basic Functions
Recording
Shooting Video.............................................................................................. 34
Selecting the Aspect Ratio of your Recordings (16:9 Widescreen or 4:3).... 35
Taking Photos ............................................................................................... 36
Selecting the Media for the Photos............................................................... 37
Zooming........................................................................................................ 38
Quick Start Function...................................................................................... 38
Playback
Playing Back the Video................................................................................. 39
Displaying the Photos ................................................................................... 41
Magnifying Photos during Playback.............................................................. 42
Advanced Functions
Menu Options Lists
FUNC. Menu................................................................................................. 43
Setup Menus................................................................................................. 45
Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.).......................... 45
Disc Operations (Photomovie, Finalize, etc.)...................................... 47
Still Image Operations (Card Initialization, Disc-Card Copy, etc.)....... 48
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Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.)................................49
System Setup (Volume, Beep, Media Select , etc.)........................50
Date/Time Setup .................................................................................51
Line-in Mode........................................................................................51
Recording Programs
Using the Recording Programs .....................................................................52
Flexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed...............53
Special Scene: Recording Programs to Match Special Conditions ...............54
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Manual Exposure Adjustment........................................................................55
Manual Focus Adjustment.............................................................................56
White Balance ...............................................................................................57
Image Effects.................................................................................................58
Still Image Recording Options
Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images ...............................................59
Capturing a Still Image while Recording Movies ...........................................60
Automatic Focus Priority................................................................................61
Light Metering Mode ...........................................................................61
Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing.....................62
Other Functions
On-Screen Displays.......................................................................................63
Flash ...................................................................................................64
Mini Video Light...................................................................................65
Self Timer ......................................................................................................66
Digital Effects.................................................................................................66
Editing Functions
Managing Scenes
Adding Scenes to the Playlist........................................................................68
Moving Scenes in the Playlist........................................................................69
Deleting Scenes ............................................................................................69
Dividing a Scene............................................................................................70
Managing the Disc
Protecting the Disc ........................................................................................71
Initializing the Disc.........................................................................................71
Changing the Disc Title .................................................................................72
Managing Photos
Erasing Photos ..............................................................................................73
Copying Photos .............................................................................................74
Converting Photos into Photomovie Scenes .................................................74
Protecting Photos on the Memory Card ........................................................75
Initializing the Memory Card..........................................................................76
Playing Back the Disc on an External Device
Finalizing the Disc .........................................................................................77
Playing Back your Disc on a DVD Player or a Computer’s DVD Drive .........78
Unfinalizing the Disc - Additional Recordings on a Finalized Disc ................79
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External Connections
Connecting to a TV or VCR
Connection Diagrams ................................................................................... 80
Playback on a TV Screen ............................................................................. 81
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder............................................. 81
Video Input Recording ....................................................................... 82
Connecting to a Computer
PC Connection Diagrams ............................................................................. 83
Transferring Recordings................................................................................ 83
Transferring Recordings Using Windows Explorer ............................. 83
Transferring Recordings Using MyDVD for Canon................... 84
Transferring Still Images - Direct Transfer .................................................... 89
Transfer Orders............................................................................................. 91
Connecting to a Printer
Printing Still Images - Direct Print ................................................................. 92
Selecting the Print Settings........................................................................... 93
Trimming Settings............................................................................... 96
Print Orders................................................................................................... 96
Additional Information
Trouble?
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 98
List of Messages......................................................................................... 102
Do’s and Don’ts
Handling Precautions.................................................................................. 107
Maintenance/Others.................................................................................... 110
Using the Camcorder Abroad ......................................................................111
General Information
System Diagram ......................................................................................... 112
Optional Accessories .................................................................................. 113
Product Codes ............................................................................................ 115
Specifications.............................................................................................. 116
Index ........................................................................................................... 119
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About this Manual
About this Manual
About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon DC50/DC220/DC230. 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 (
98).
Conventions Used in the Manual
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.
NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions that apply if the function described is not
available in all operating modes (the operating mode to which the camcorder should be
set, the type of disc required, etc.).
ꢀ
ꢀ
: Reference page number.
: Option or feature that applies or is available only with a specific model.
ꢀThe following terms are used in the manual:
“Screen” refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
“Scene” refers to one movie unit from the point you press the start/stop button to
start recording until you press again to pause the recording.
The terms “Photo” and “Still image” are used interchangeably with the same
meaning.
ꢀThe photos included in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
Note that unless indicated otherwise, illustrations in this manual refer to the
model.
Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menu options as
they are displayed on screen. Menu options in boldface indicate the
default setting (for example [ON], [OFF]).
Menu item shown at its default position
Buttons and switches to be perated
Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are
indicated within a “button” frame (for example
).
FUNC.
About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide
Push the joystick up, down, left
Press the joystick itself (
save the settings or confirm an
action. On menu screens, this is
) to
or right (
,
) to select
an item or change settings.
indicated by the icon
.
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About this Manual
The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode and the
camcorder’s settings. Press (
) to display/hide the joystick guide.
When the joystick guide contains
In the illustrations of the manual,
multiple ‘pages’, [NEXT] and the page
number icon ( ) will appear at the
bottom position. Push the joystick (
toward [NEXT] to display the next ‘page’
of the guide.
positions other than those relevant to the
function explained are marked with a
striped pattern. Depending on the model
and the operation mode, these positions
may be empty or show a different icon
than the one on the illustration.
)
NEXT
About the Power Switch
In addition to turning the camcorder on and off,
the power switch also toggles the camcorder’s
operating mode.
To turn on the camcorder: Hold the lock button
pressed down and move the power switch down
to ON.
To change the operating mode: From the ON
position, slide down the power switch momentarily
Lock
button
toward MODE and release it. This action will toggle the operating mode between recording
(CAMERA - red indicator) and playback (PLAY - green indicator).
About the Operating Modes
The camcorder’s operating mode is determined by the positions of the power switch and the
/
switch. In the manual,
indicates that a function is available in the operating
mode shown and
indicates that the function is not available. When no operating mode
icons are given, the function is available in all operating modes.
Operating
Mode Indicator
/
Operating Mode
Icon Display
Operation
Switch
CAMERA
(Red)
Recording movies
on the disc
34
39
36
41
(Movies)
PLAY
(Green)
Playing movies
from the disc
1
1
CAMERA
(Red)
Recording still images on
the memory card or disc
2
or
or
(Still
images)
PLAY
(Green)
Viewing still images from
the memory card or disc
2
1
2
Functions available only for still images recorded on the disc will be marked with
and functions available only for still images recorded on the memory card will be marked with
and instead.
Depending on whether you choose to save the still images on the disc or the memory card.
and
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About this Manual
Trademark Acknowledgements
• miniSD™ is a trademark of SD Card Association.
• Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United
States and other countries.
•
is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks
or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
• ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY
MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO
INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A
LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO,
WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE
300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Supplied Accessories
CA-570 Compact Power BP-208 Battery Pack
Adapter
(incl. power cord)
WL-D86 Wireless
Controller
Lithium Button Battery
CR2025 for Wireless
Controller
STV-250N Stereo Video IFC-300PCU
DIGITAL VIDEO
SOLUTION DISK
Software CD-ROM*
Cable
USB Cable
Blank DVD-R Disc
(8 cm Mini DVD)
Roxio MyDVD for
Canon Software
CD-ROM
* Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file.
Online product registration for U.S.A. Customers only.
Register your product online at www.registercanon.com
Protect your product
We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Canon product on file
to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or
theft.
Receive information on new products and promotions
Upon your request, we will send you information on Canon new products and
promotions.
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.
Date of Purchase:
Purchased From:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Phone No.:
Model Name: DC50/DC220/DC230 A
Serial No.:
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
Components Guide
Left side view
FUNC. button (
DISP. button (
QUICK START button and standby lamp
38)
CARD access indicator (
Memory card slot ( 28)
AV terminal ( 80)
Memory card slot cover/Terminal cover
USB terminal ( 83)
31, 43)
63)
(
36)
(print/share) button
87, 89, 93)
(
BATT. (battery release) switch (
23)
RESET button (
Serial number
98)
Right Side View
Battery attachment unit (
Disc compartment cover (
23)
26)
Grip belt (
DC IN terminal (
Flash ( 64)
28)
23)
Mini video light (
Remote sensor (
Stereo microphone
65)
29)
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a “button” frame (for
FUNC.
example
).
Front view
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
PLAY mode indicator (green) (
Joystick ( 11)
CAMERA mode indicator (red) (
LCD screen ( 30)
(fast reverse) button (
12)
12)
Back view
40) /
(wide-angle) button ( 38)
Zoom out
W
(fast forward) button (
40) /
38)
39) / START/
Zoom in
T
(telephoto) button (
/
(play/pause) button (
STOP button (
(stop) button (
34)
39) /
68)
PLAYLIST button (
Viewfinder ( 28)
Dioptric adjustment lever (
28)
(movies/still images) switch (
/
12)
Top view
DISC access indicator (
CHG (charge) indicator (
34, 36) /
23)
Start/stop button (
Power switch (
34)
12)
OPEN (disc cover) switch (
26)
Grip belt (
28)
Mode switch (
Zoom lever (
52)
38)
PHOTO button (
Speaker ( 40)
36)
Tripod socket (
Strap mount
35)
Bottom view
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a “button” frame (for
FUNC.
example
).
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
Components Guide
DISP. button (
FUNC. button (
QUICK START button and standby lamp
38)
CARD access indicator (
Memory card slot ( 28)
AV terminal ( 80)
Memory card slot cover/Terminal cover
USB terminal ( 83)
BATT. (battery release) switch (
63)
Left side view
31, 43)
(
36)
23)
RESET button (
Serial number
98)
Battery attachment unit (
Lens cover switch ( 34, 36)
open, closed)
Disc compartment cover (
Grip belt ( 28)
DC IN terminal (
Remote sensor (
Stereo microphone
23)
(
Right Side View
26)
23)
29)
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a “button” frame (for
FUNC.
example
).
Front view
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
PLAY mode indicator (green) (
Joystick ( 11)
CAMERA mode indicator (red) (
LCD screen ( 30)
(fast reverse) button (
12)
12)
Back view
40) /
(wide-angle) button ( 38)
Zoom out
W
(fast forward) button (
40) /
38)
39) /
Zoom in
(play/pause) button (
START/STOP button ( 34)
T
(telephoto) button (
/
(stop) button (
39) /
68)
PLAYLIST button (
Viewfinder (
Dioptric adjustment lever (
(movies/still images) switch (
28)
28)
/
12)
Top view
DISC access indicator (
CHG (charge) indicator (
34, 36) /
23)
Start/stop button (
Power switch (
34)
12)
OPEN (disc cover) switch (
26)
Grip belt (
28)
Mode switch (
Zoom lever (
52)
38)
PHOTO button (
Speaker ( 40)
36)
Tripod socket (
Strap mount
35)
Bottom view
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a “button” frame (for
FUNC.
example
).
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
Wireless Controller WL-D86
START/STOP button (
34)
FUNC. button (
MENU button (
PLAYLIST button (
31)
31)
68)
/
Navigation buttons (
PREV./NEXT buttons:
/
/
)
Scene skip (
40)/
Index screen page up/down (
39)
Reverse
Reverse
PLAY
SEARCH button (
SLOW button ( 40)
button ( 39)
39)
39)
36)
38)
40) /
PAUSE
STOP
button (
button (
PHOTO button (
Zoom buttons (
SET button
Forward SEARCH
Forward SLOW
button (
button ( 40)
40) /
63)
DISP. (on-screen display) button (
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
Screen Displays
Recording Movies
Operating mode (
12)
52)
Recording program (
White balance (
Image effect (
Digital effects (
57)
58)
66)
44)
Still image quality/size (simultaneous
recording) ( 60)
Remote sensor off** (
Recording mode (
50)
Self timer (
Disc type
66)
DVD-R,
DVD-R DL,
5)
DVD-RW (
5)
Disc specification
(VIDEO mode, VR mode) (
Finalized disc mark ( 77)
Recording Still Images
Manual focus (
56)
46)
Image stabilizer (
Disc operation
Time code (hours : minutes : seconds)
Remaining recording time on the disc
Recording reminder
Wind screen off (
Mini video light* (
Level marker (
47)
65)
49)
Zoom (
Light metering mode* (
Drive mode** ( 62)
Still image quality/size (
38), Exposure
(
55)
61)
59)
Image stabilizer (still images)* (
Number of still images available
46)
on the memory card,
Remaining battery charge estimate
AF frame ( 61)
Camcorder shake warning (
Flash* ( 64)
Autofocus (AF) and exposure (AE) locked
36)
only.
on the disc
45)
(
*
**
only.
21
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Disc operation
Record,
Playback,
Number of still images available on the
card/disc
flashing in red: No card
Record pause,
Playback pause,
Fast playback,
Fast reverse playback,
Slow playback,
in green: 6 or more images
in yellow: 1 to 5 images
in red: No more images can be
recorded
Slow reverse playback
• When viewing the still images, the
display will always be in green.
Remaining recording time
When there is no more disc space
•
will be displayed instead of
for
available, “
END” will be displayed and
still images on the disc.
the recording will stop.
• Depending on the recording conditions,
the number of available still images
displayed may not decrease even after a
recording has been made, or may
decrease by 2 still images at once.
Recording reminder
The camcorder counts from 1 to 10
seconds when you start recording. This is
helpful to avoid scenes that are too short.
Card/Disc access display
“
” is displayed next to the number of
images available while the camcorder is
writing on the memory card or disc.
Remaining battery charge estimate
• When “
” starts flashing in red replace
the battery pack with a fully charged one.
• When you attach an empty battery pack,
the power may turn off without displaying
“
”.
• Depending on the conditions under
which the camcorder and the battery pack
are used, the actual battery charge may
not be indicated accurately.
22
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Playing Movies (During Playback)
Disc operation
Playback time (hours : minutes : seconds)
Scene number
Data code (
64)
Viewing Still Images
Image number (
50)
Current image / Total number of images
recorded on the card,
recorded on the disc
Histogram (
64)
Image protection mark (
Still image quality/size (
Date and time of recording
75)
59)
Recording program (
52)
Manual focus (
56)
Light metering mode* (
61)
Manual exposure (
55)
Image effect (
Image size (
58)
59)
File size
Aperture value (
Shutter speed (
White balance (
53)
53)
57)
Flash* (
only.
64)
*
23
Getting Started
Preparations
Getting Started
Getting Started
CHG
(charge)
indicator
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a
battery pack or directly using the compact
power adapter. Charge the battery pack
before use.
DC IN terminal
BATT. switch
3 Connect the power cord to the
compact power adapter.
4 Plug the power cord into a power
outlet.
5 Connect the compact power adapter
to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
• The CHG (charge) indicator starts
flashing. The indicator will stay on
when the charging is completed.
• You can also use the compact power
adapter without attaching a battery
pack.
• When the compact power adapter is
connected, even if a battery is
attached its power will not be
consumed.
BATT. switch
1 Turn off the camcorder.
2 Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder.
• Open the LCD panel.
• Slide in the connector end of the
battery in the direction of the arrow and
press it gently until it clicks.
ONCE THE BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED
1 Disconnect the compact power
adapter from the camcorder.
2 Unplug the power cord from the
power outlet and the compact
power adapter.
24
Getting Started
compact power adapter to voltage converters for
overseas travels or special power sources such
as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters,
etc.
TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK
Slide down
to release the
BATT.
battery pack, and pull out the battery
pack holding it from the ridge on its
bottom part.
NOTES
ꢀThe CHG (charge) indicator also serves as a
rough estimate of the battery charge status.
Continuously on: Battery fully charged.
Flashes approx. twice per second: Battery over
50% charged.
IMPORTANT
ꢀTurn off the camcorder before connecting or
disconnecting the compact power adapter. After
you turn off the power switch to
, important
file allocation data is updated on the disc. Be
sure to wait until the LCD display is completely
off.
ꢀYou may hear some noise from the compact
power adapter during use. This is not a
malfunction.
ꢀWe recommend charging the battery pack in
temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F
and 86 °F). Outside the temperature range of
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), the charging will
not start.
ꢀDo not connect to the camcorder’s DC IN
terminal or to the compact power adapter any
electrical equipment that is not expressly
recommended for use with this camcorder.
ꢀTo prevent equipment breakdowns and
excessive heating, do not connect the supplied
Flashes approx. once per second: Battery less
than 50% charged.
ꢀThe charging time will vary depending on the
surrounding temperature and the battery pack’s
initial charge condition. In cold places, the
effective usage time of the battery will
decrease.
ꢀWe recommend that you prepare battery
packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you
might need.
ꢀ
U.S.A. and Canada only: The lithium
ion/polymer battery that powers this
product is recyclable. Please call
1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on how to recycle this battery.
25
Getting Started
Charging, Recording and Playback Times with the BP-208 Battery Pack
The recording and playback times given in following tables are approximate and vary
according to the charging, recording or playback conditions.
Battery Pack
BP-208
BP-214
Charging Time
160 min.
245 min.
Maximum Recording
Times
Recording Mode
LP XP
XP
SP
SP
LP
Viewfinder
80 min.
80 min.
75 min.
95 min. 100 min. 135 min. 160 min. 165 min.
LCD [NORMAL]
LCD [BRIGHT]
90 min.
90 min.
95 min. 135 min. 155 min. 160 min.
95 min. 130 min. 150 min. 155 min.
Recording Mode
Typical Recording
Times*
XP
SP
LP
XP
SP
LP
Viewfinder
50 min.
45 min.
45 min.
50 min.
50 min.
50 min.
50 min.
50 min.
50 min.
85 min.
80 min.
80 min.
90 min.
85 min.
80 min.
90 min.
90 min.
85 min.
LCD [NORMAL]
LCD [BRIGHT]
Playback Times
100 min. 115 min. 125 min. 170 min. 190 min. 210 min.
Battery Pack
BP-208
Recording Mode
Recording Times
Viewfinder
XP
SP
LP
Maximum Typical* Maximum Typical* Maximum Typical*
105 min.
105 min.
100 min.
60 min.
60 min.
55 min.
125 min.
120 min.
115 min.
60 min.
60 min.
60 min.
135 min.
130 min.
125 min.
65 min.
65 min.
60 min.
LCD [NORMAL]
LCD [BRIGHT]
Playback Time
Charging Time
135 min.
150 min.
165 min.
160 min.
Battery Pack
BP-208
SP
Recording Mode
Recording Times
Viewfinder
XP
LP
Maximum Typical* Maximum Typical* Maximum Typical*
115 min.
110 min.
105 min.
60 min.
60 min.
60 min.
135 min.
125 min.
120 min.
65 min.
65 min.
60 min.
145 min.
140 min.
130 min.
70 min.
65 min.
65 min.
LCD [NORMAL]
LCD [BRIGHT]
Playback Time
Charging Time
140 min.
165 min.
160 min.
175 min.
* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming,
power on/off.
26
Getting Started
Inserting and Removing a Disc
Use only 8 cm (3 in.) mini DVD discs
marked with the DVD-R
logo
(including DVD-R DL) or the DVD-RW
logo. Refer also to Recommended
Discs (
6).
Before inserting the disc be sure to check
that the recording surface is clean. If
necessary, use a soft lens-cleaning cloth to
remove any fingerprints, dirt buildup or
smudges from the disc surface.
4 Close the disc cover.
Do not force the cover closed if the
disc is not correctly inserted and firmly
set in place.
Inserting the Disc
POINTS TO CHECK
WHEN USING DVD-R/DVD-R DL DISCS
You can start recording movies once the
record pause
indication appears.
(
12)
WHEN USING A DVD-RW
You need to initialize new discs before
you can start recording. The disc
initialization screen will appear when a
new DVD-RW is first inserted if the
/
switch is set to . The disc initialization
screen will not appear when inserting a
disc already initialized. In that case, you
can start recording once the record pause
indication appears.
Pick up lens
Select ( ) the desired disc
1 Move the power switch to ON to set
specification and press (
). For a
the camcorder in
mode.
comparison between the [VIDEO] and
[VR] specifications, see How to select
a DVD disc ( 5).
You will be asked to confirm the disc
specification you selected. Select (
[YES] and press ( ) to continue, or
select [NO] and press (
and select a different disc
specification.
A confirmation message will appear
on the screen. Select ( ) [YES] and
press ( ) to start the disc
initialization.
OPEN
2 Slide
fully in the direction of
the arrow and gently open the disc
cover completely until it stops.
Retract the grip belt under the
)
camcorder so it will not get in the way
of the disc cover.
) to return
3 Insert the disc and press its center
firmly until it clicks in place.
• Insert the disc with the recording side
facing down (single sided discs – label
side facing out).
• Be careful not to touch the recording
surface of the disc or the pick up lens.
27
Getting Started
after making a
• The disc initialization will take
approximately one minute. Avoid
moving the camcorder while the
operation is in progress.
IMPORTANT
OPEN
When you slide
recording, important file allocation data is
updated on the disc before the disc cover
• You can start recording movies once
opens. While the DISC access indicator is on or
flashing do not subject the camcorder to shocks
such as forcefully laying it on a table.
the record pause
appears.
indication
NOTES
The process of recognizing a disc may take a
moment. The display will move while the
disc is being read. Wait until the camcorder
finishes recognizing the disc before you start
recording.
Removing the Disc
OPEN
1 Slide
fully in the direction of
the arrow and gently open the disc
cover completely until it stops.
• Do not subject the camcorder to
strong impacts while the DISC access
indicator is on or flashing.
• Retract the grip belt under the
camcorder so it will not get in the way
of the disc cover.
• It may take a moment after sliding
OPEN
for the disc cover to open.
2 Grab the edge of the disc and gently
pull it out.
Be careful not to touch the recording
surface of the disc or the pick up lens.
3 Close the disc cover.
28
Getting Started
TO REMOVE THE MEMORY CARD
First push the memory card once to
release it, and then pull the card out.
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
Only miniSD cards can be used with this
camcorder.
IMPORTANT
ꢀMake sure to initialize all memory cards
before using them with this camcorder (
76).
ꢀMemory cards have front and back sides that
are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory
card facing the wrong direction can cause a
malfunction of the camcorder.
NOTES
You may not be able to use certain types of
miniSD cards.
Preparing the Camcorder
1 Turn on the camcorder.
The lens cover will open
automatically.
2
Move the lens cover
to open the lens
switch down to
cover.
3 Adjust the viewfinder.
Keep the LCD panel closed to use the
viewfinder and adjust the dioptric
adjustment lever as necessary.
1 Turn off the camcorder.
2 Open the memory card slot cover.
3 Insert the memory card straight all
the way into the memory card slot.
4 Close the cover.
Do not force the cover closed if the
memory card is not correctly inserted.
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Getting Started
4 Fasten the grip belt.
Using the Wireless Controller
Adjust the grip belt so that you can
reach the zoom lever with your index
finger, and the start/stop button with
your thumb.
The Wireless Controller
Inserting the Battery
(Lithium Button Battery CR2025)
Tab
1 Press the tab in the direction of the
arrow and pull out the battery
holder.
2 Place the lithium button battery with
the + side facing up.
Point the controller at the camcorder’s
remote sensor when you press the
buttons.
3 Insert the battery holder.
NOTES
ꢀThe wireless controller may not work properly
when the remote sensor is situated under
strong light sources or direct sunlight.
ꢀIf the wireless controller does not work, check
that [WL.REMOTE] is not set to [OFF
50). Otherwise, replace the battery.
]
(
30
Getting Started
Adjusting the LCD Screen
Rotating the LCD Panel
180°
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.
• You can rotate the panel 90 degrees
downward.
• You can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward
the lens (allowing the subject to monitor the
LCD screen while you use the viewfinder).
Rotating the panel 180 degrees is also useful
if you wish to include yourself when recording
with the self timer. This is the only case where
you can use the viewfinder and the LCD
screen simultaneously.
Subject can monitor the LCD screen
LCD Backlight
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD
screen to one of two levels.
180°
90°
180°
DISP.
Keep
pressed down for more
than 2 seconds.
Repeat this action to toggle between the
normal and bright settings.
Subject can monitor the LCD screen
NOTES
ꢀThis setting does not affect the brightness of
the recording or the viewfinder screen.
ꢀUsing the bright setting will shorten the
effective usage time of the battery.
180°
90°
31
Using the Menus
Using the Menus
Using the Menus
Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus
FUNC.
Many of the camcorder’s functions can be
adjusted from the menus that open after
FUNC.
(
31)
pressing the FUNC. button (
).
For details about the available menu
options and settings, refer to the Menu
Options Lists (
43).
Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option
FUNC.
FUNC.
1 Press
.
(
31)
During the playback of a disc recorded
FUNC.
in VIDEO mode, pressing
will
open directly the setup menus.
Continue directly from step 3.
2 Select (
) the
icon and press
(
) to open the setup menus.
FUNC.
• You can also hold
pressed
down for more than 2 seconds to open
directly the setup menus screen.
You can also press
MENU
on the wireless controller.
FUNC.
1 Press
.
• Push the joystick ( ) to return to the
menu selection screen (step 3).
3 Select (
the left side column and press (
2
Select (
) the icon of the function you
want change from the left side column.
Menu items not available will appear
grayed out.
) the desired menu from
).
The title of the selected menu appears
on top of the screen and under it the
list of settings.
3 Select (
) the desired setting
from the available options at the
bottom bar.
4 Select (
change and press (
) the setting you want to
• The selected option will be
highlighted in light blue. Menu items
not available will appear grayed out.
• With some settings, you will need to
make further selections (
and/or press ( ). Follow the
additional operation guides that will
appear on the screen (such as the
icon, small arrows, etc.).
FUNC.
).
The orange selection bar indicates the
menu setting currently selected. Items
not available appear in black.
,
)
5 Select (
press (
) the desired option and
) to save the setting.
FUNC.
6 Press
.
FUNC.
You can press
to close the
menu at any time.
4 Press
to save the settings
and close the menu.
FUNC.
You can press
menu at any time.
to close the
32
First Time Settings
First Time Settings
First Time Settings
Changing the Time Zone
Default value
Changing the Language
Options
DATE/TIME SETUP
[DEUTSCH] [ROMANA]
[
[
[
[
[
]
T.ZONE/DST NEW YORK
[ENGLISH] [TÜRKÇE]
]
[ESPAÑOL]
[FRANÇAIS]
[ITALIANO]
[POLSKI]
[
[
[
[
]
]
FUNC.
]
]
(
31)
]
]
FUNC.
1 Press
.
]
2 Select (
) the
icon and press
) to open the setup menus.
Default value
(
3 Select (
and press (
) [DATE/TIME SETUP]
).
DISPLAY SETUP
4 Select (
press (
) [T.ZONE/DST] and
).
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
The time zone setting appears. The
default setting is New York.
5 Select (
press (
To adjust for daylight saving time,
) your time zone and
).
FUNC.
(
31)
select the time zone with the
next to the area.
FUNC.
mark
FUNC.
1 Press
.
2 Select (
) the
icon and press
6 Press
to close the menu.
(
) to open the setup menus.
3 Select (
press (
4 Select (
press (
5 Select (
option and press (
) [DISPLAY SETUP] and
).
) [LANGUAGE ] and
).
Time Zones
Once you have set the time zone, date
and time, you do not need to reset the
clock every time you travel to another
time zone. Select the time zone referring
to the date and time displayed on the
screen.
,
) the desired
).
FUNC.
6 Press
to close the menu.
NOTES
ꢀIf you changed the language by mistake,
follow the mark next to the menu item to
change the setting.
ꢀThe displays
and
that appear in
some menu screens refer to the name of
buttons on the camcorder and will not change,
regardless of the language selected.
33
First Time Settings
Setting the Date and Time
DATE/TIME SETUP
DATE/TIME JAN. 1, 2007 12:00 AM
FUNC.
(
31)
FUNC.
1 Press
2 Select (
.
) the
icon and press
(
) to open the setup menus.
3 Select (
and press (
4 Select (
).
) [DATE/TIME SETUP]
).
) [DATE/TIME] and press
(
The first field of the date will be
displayed in orange and indicated with
up/down arrows.
5 Push the joystick (
date and time and (
) to set the
) to move
between the fields of the date and
time.
6 Press (
) to start the clock.
FUNC.
7 Press
to close the menu.
IMPORTANT
ꢀWhen you do not use the camcorder for about
3 months, the built-in rechargeable lithium
battery may discharge completely and the date
and time setting may be lost. In such case,
recharge the built-in lithium battery (
109)
and set the time zone, date and time again.
ꢀYou can also change the date format (
51).
34
Recording
BRaesciocrdFiunngctions
2
The lens cover will open
automatically.
Recording
Move the lens cover
to open the lens
switch down to
cover.
Shooting Video
3 Move the
/
switch to the
Before You Begin Recording
(Movies) position.
Make a test recording first to check if the
camcorder operates correctly. Since
recordings made on a DVD-R or DVD-R
DL disc cannot be deleted, we recommend
you use a DVD-RW disc to make the test
recordings.
Start/Stop
4 Press
to begin recording.
Start/Stop
• The recording starts; press
again to pause the recording.
• The DISC access indicator will flash
while recording and will stay on briefly
after pausing while the scene is
recorded on the disc.
(
12)
WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED RECORDING
1
Make sure that the DISC access lamp
is off.
2 Turn off the camcorder.
3 Close the lens cover
(
only) and the LCD
panel.
4 Remove the disc.
IMPORTANT
Avoid the following actions while the DISC
access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do
so may result in permanent data loss.
- Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or
strong impacts.
- Do not open the disc cover and do not remove
the disc.
- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off
the camcorder.
- Do not change the operating mode.
NOTES
ꢀ
About the recording time: By changing the
recording mode you can change the recording
time available on the disc ( 44).
ꢀWhen recording in bright places it may be
difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case,
use the viewfinder instead.
ꢀWhen recording in very loud places (such as
fireworks shows or concerts), sound may
become distorted or it may not be recorded at
the actual levels. This is not a malfunction.
1 Move the power switch to ON to set
the camcorder in CAMERA mode.
The red CAMERA indicator will turn
on.
35
Recording
ꢀ
About the Power Save mode: To save power
When the mode switch is set to AUTO,
only one joystick guide will appear.
• The camcorder plays back the last
scene (but without sound) and returns
to record pause mode.
when the camcorder is powered by a battery
pack, the camcorder will automatically shut off if
left without any operations for 5 minutes
(
50). To restore the power, slide the power
switch toward MODE and release it, or move
the power switch to
again.
• While reviewing the scene, select
and back to ON
(
) the
icon and press (
) to
return to the recording mode.
ꢀ
About the LCD and viewfinder screen: The
screens are produced using extremely high-
precision manufacturing techniques, with more
than 99.99% of the pixels operating to
specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels
may occasionally misfire or appear as black,
red, blue or green dots. This has no effect on
the recorded image and does not constitute a
malfunction.
• If you are using a DVD-RW disc, you
can also delete the scene immediately
after recording it. Select (
icon to delete the scene while
reviewing it ( 69).
) the
ꢀ
When using a tripod: Do not
leave the viewfinder exposed to
direct sunlight as it may melt
(due to concentration of the light
by the lens). Do not use tripods
with fastening screws longer
than 5.5 mm (0.2 inch). Doing
so may damage the camcorder.
Selecting the Aspect Ratio of your
Recordings (16:9 Widescreen or 4:3)
You can select the aspect ratio of your
recording to match your TV. The
camcorder uses the full width of the CCD
providing high-resolution 16:9 recording.
ꢀ
When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable
picture.
Excessive camcorder movement while shooting
and extensive use of fast zooms and panning
can result in fidgety, jittery scenes. In extreme
cases, the playback of such scenes may result
in visually induced motion sickness. If you
experience such a reaction, immediately stop
the playback and take a rest break as
necessary.
POINTS TO CHECK
(
12)
Default value
CAMERA SETUP
Reviewing the Last Scene Recorded
WIDESCREEN
ON
FUNC.
1 Press
.
2 Select (
) the
icon and press
NEXT
(
) to open the setup menus.
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
3 Select (
press (
4 Select (
press (
5 Select (
press (
) [CAMERA SETUP] and
).
) [WIDESCREEN] and
).
) a setting option and
).
on screen, press (
) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
• If does not appear on the joystick
guide, repeatedly push the joystick
) toward [NEXT] to display the
joystick guide in the illustration above.
.
(
The default is widescreen (16:9)
recordings. Set it to [ OFF] to
36
Recording
record movies in the normal (4:3)
aspect ratio.
Taking Photos
FUNC.
6 Press
to close the menu.
Before using a memory card for the first
time, be sure to initialize it with this
camcorder (
NOTES
76).
ꢀSince the displays on the camcorder have an
aspect ratio of 16:9, recordings with a 4:3
aspect ratio will appear in the center of the
screen with black sidebars.
(
12)
ꢀ
Simultaneous recording of a
still image on the memory card cannot be used
when recording in widescreen (16:9) mode.
ꢀ
When recording in
widescreen mode, with [IMG STAB] set to
OFF] ( 46), you can have a wider view
angle.
[
ꢀ
Playing back a widescreen recording: TV sets
compatible with the Video ID-1 system will
automatically switch to wide (16:9) mode.
Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the TV
manually. To play back on a TV with normal
aspect ratio (4:3) change the [TV TYPE] setting
accordingly (
51).
1 Move the power switch to ON to set
the camcorder in CAMERA mode.
The red CAMERA indicator will turn
on.
2
The lens cover will open
automatically.
Move the lens cover
to open the lens
switch down to
cover.
37
Recording
3 Move the
/
switch to the
Selecting the Media for the Photos
(Still images) position.
4 If necessary, change the media for
You can record still images on the
memory card or the disc. The default
media for still images is the memory card.
As long as you do not change the
recording destination, still images will be
recorded on the last selected media.
recording the still images.
Refer to Selecting the Media for the
Still Images (
37).
PHOTO
5 Press
halfway.
• Once the focus is automatically
adjusted, will turn green and one or
more AF frames will appear.
When you press
on the wireless controller, the
(
12)
•
PHOTO
FUNC.
31)
still image is recorded immediately.
(
PHOTO
6 Press
fully.
The CARD access or DISC access
indicator will flash as the still image is
being recorded.
FUNC.
1 Press
2 Select (
.
) the
icon and press
(
) to open the setup menus.
3 Select (
press (
4 Select (
press (
) [SYSTEM SETUP] and
).
) [MEDIA SEL. ] and
).
IMPORTANT
Avoid the following actions while the disc/card
access display (
or
) appears on
screen, and when either the DISC access or
CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing
to do so may result in permanent data loss.
- Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or
strong impacts.
- Do not open the disc cover or the memory
card slot cover and do not remove the disc or
memory card.
5 Select (
) [ DISC] or [ CARD]
) to save the setting
and press (
and close the menu.
When recording, the operating mode
symbol will change to
(CARD stills), depending on the
media selected. In playback mode, the
operating mode symbol will change to
(DISC stills) or
respectively.
(DISC stills) or
- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off
the camcorder.
(CARD stills),
- Do not change the position of the
switch or the operating mode.
/
NOTES
ꢀIf the subject is not suitable for autofocus,
turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually
(
ꢀ
56).
When the subject is too bright,
“OVEREXP.” starts flashing. In such case, use
the optional FS-H37U ND filter.
38
Recording
[
SPEED 3] (when [
VARIABLE] is
Zooming
POINTS TO CHECK
selected).
ꢀWhen set to [
speed will be faster in the record pause mode.
ꢀKeep at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) to the subject. At
wide-angle, you can focus on a subject as close
VARIABLE], the zoom
(
12) as 1 cm (0.39 in.).
: In addition to the optical
zoom, the digital zoom is also available
46).
Quick Start Function
(
Using the Quick Start function, you’ll
never have to miss out on those great
and fleeting opportunities to take a picture
or record video. When you press
Optical zoom
Digital zoom*
10x
35x
200x
1,000x
QUICK START
instead of turning off the
camcorder, you can get it ready to start
recording within approx. 1 second.
*
only.
Zoom out
POINTS TO CHECK
(
12)
: You cannot enter the Quick-
Start ready mode while recording.
Zoom in
Optical Zoom
Move the zoom lever toward W to
zoom out (wide-angle). Move it toward
T to zoom in (telephoto).
You can also change the zoom speed
(
46). You can select one of three fixed
zoom speeds or a variable speed that
depends on how you operate the zoom
lever: Press gently for a slow zoom; press
harder for faster zooms.
NOTES
ꢀ
You can also use the
T
and
W
buttons on the wireless controller. The zoom
speed with the wireless controller will be the
QUICK START
1 Press
firmly.
same as with the camcorder (when one of the
fixed zoom speed levels is selected) or fixed at
• The standby lamp goes on to signal
that the camcorder is Quick-Start ready
39
Playback
Playback
- “ready and waiting” to resume
recording.
Playback
• Sometimes the standby lamp will
flash as the camcorder completes
some preparations. The camcorder is
Quick-Start ready when the lamp stops
flashing and stays on.
Playing Back the Video
POINTS TO CHECK
2 When you wish to resume
For some operations you
can also use the buttons on the wireless
controller.
QUICK START
recording, press
again.
Within approx. 1 second, the
camcorder is ready in record pause
mode.
(
12)
NOTES
ꢀWhen you wake up the camcorder from
standby mode, the following settings will be
changed automatically:
- Manual focus returns to automatic focus (AF).
- Manual exposure adjustment returns to
automatic exposure.
- Zoom position returns to full wide angle
W.
ꢀIn standby mode, the camcorder consumes
only half the power used in record pause mode.
Using this mode you can save energy when
using a battery pack.
ꢀThe camcorder will shut off if left in the Quick-
Start ready mode for 10 minutes, regardless of
the [POWER SAVE] setting (
select the length of time until shut-off with the
STANDBY OFF] setting ( 50).
50). You can
[
To restore the power if the camcorder shut off,
slide the power switch toward MODE and
release it, or move the power switch to
back to ON again.
and
ꢀIf you perform any of the following actions
while in standby mode (while the standby lamp
is on), the camcorder will return to record pause
mode.
- Open the disc compartment cover.
- Slide the power switch toward MODE.
1 Move the power switch to ON, then
slide it down toward MODE and
release it to set the camcorder in
PLAY mode.
- Change the position of the
/
switch.
The green PLAY indicator will turn on.
2 Move the
/
switch to the
(Movies) position.
The scene index screen appears with
the selection frame on the first scene.
40
Playback
3 Move (
,
) the selection frame
SPECIAL PLAYBACK MODES
to the scene you want to play back.
ꢀ
Fast Playback
Press
or
on the camcorder
on the wireless
During normal playback, press
or
or
NEXT
PREV.
(
or
SEARCH
on the camcorder (
controller) to move to the next/
previous index page.
SEARCH
on the wireless controller*).
Repeatedly press the button to increase
the playback speed.
4 Press
/
to begin the playback.
The playback will start from the scene
selected and continue until the end of
the last scene recorded.
Fast playback: 5x → 15x → 25x
the normal speed.
ꢀ
Slow Playback
During playback pause, press
on the camcorder ( SLOW or
or
SLOW
DURING PLAYBACK
5 Press
/
again to pause the
on the wireless controller*). Repeatedly
press the button to increase the playback
speed.
Slow playback: 1/16 → 1/8 → 1/4
the normal speed.
playback.
6 Press
return to the scene index screen.
to stop the playback and
ꢀ
Skipping Scenes
NOTES
During playback, push the joystick ( ) or
press
skip to the next scene. Push the joystick
(
ꢀDuring the playback of a DVD-R DL (dual-
layered) disc, you might notice a brief stop
(approx. 1 second) at the point where the
playback switches from Layer 1 to Layer 2.
ꢀYou can display the date and time of the
recording and other camcorder data registered
NEXT
on the wireless controller* to
PREV.
) or press
on the wireless
controller* to skip to the beginning of the
current scene. Push the joystick ( ) twice
PREV.
when the recording was made (
63).
or press
twice to skip to the
previous scene.
Note that you do not have to display the
joystick guide above to skip the scene.
TO ADJUST THE VOLUME
The camcorder plays the sound with the
built-in speaker. The sound will be muted
when you close the LCD panel or connect
the stereo video cable to the AV terminal.
During the playback of a scene:
* The wireless controller is not included
with the
.
NOTES
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press (
) to display it.
ꢀThere is no sound during special playback
modes.
2 Push the joystick (
) toward
to adjust the volume.
or
ꢀDuring some special playback modes, you
may notice some video problems (blocky video
artifacts, banding, etc.) in the playback picture.
ꢀSlow playback is not available with discs
initialized in VIDEO mode.
• To turn off the volume completely,
keep pressing ( ) until the volume
icon changes to
• You can press (
.
) again to hide the
joystick guide during playback.
41
Playback
ꢀDepending on the recording, you might
occasionally notice a brief stop of the picture or
sound at the point where the scene changes.
4 Use the joystick (
between images.
) to move
IMPORTANT
ꢀThe following may not be displayed correctly.
- Images not recorded with this camcorder.
- Images edited on or uploaded from a
computer.
Displaying the Photos
- Images whose file names have been
changed.
(
12)
ꢀAvoid the following actions while the disc/card
access display (
or
) appears on
screen, and when either the DISC access or
CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing
to do so may result in permanent data loss.
- Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or
strong impacts.
- Do not open the disc cover or the memory
card slot cover and do not remove the disc or
memory card.
- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off
the camcorder.
- Do not change the position of the
switch or the operating mode.
/
Slideshow
SLIDESHOW
FUNC.
(
31)
FUNC.
1 Press
2 Select (
press (
.
) [ SLIDESHOW] and
).
3 Select (
) [START] and press
1 Move the power switch to ON, then
slide it down toward MODE and
release it to set the camcorder in
PLAY mode.
(
).
• Images are played back one after
another.
• Press
FUNC.
to stop the slideshow.
The green PLAY indicator will turn on.
2 Move the
/
switch to the
Index Screen
(Still images) position.
3 If necessary, change the media for
the still images.
1 Move the zoom lever toward W.
The still images index screen appears.
Refer to Selecting the Media for the
2 Select (
,
) an image.
Photos (
37).
42
Playback
• Move the green selection frame to
the image you want to view.
• If you have a lot of still images, you
may find it easier to browse entire
index pages instead. Move the zoom
Magnifying Photos during Playback
During playback, still images can be
magnified up to 5 times.
lever toward
selection frame to the whole page, and
move ( ) between index pages.
Move the zoom lever toward to return
W
to extend the green
(
12)
Zoom lever
T
to moving between single images.
3 Move the zoom lever toward T.
The index screen closes and the
selected image is displayed.
Image Jump Function
You can also quickly locate a specific
image without having to browse all of
them one by one.
Joystick
TO RUN THROUGH THE STILL IMAGES
1 Move the zoom lever toward T.
• The image is magnified by 2 times
and a frame appears indicating the
position of the magnified area.
• To further enlarge the image, move
the zoom lever toward T. To reduce the
magnification to less than 2 times,
move the zoom lever toward W.
Push the joystick ( ) or ( ) and hold
it pressed down to run quickly through
the still images.
•
will appear for images that cannot
TO SKIP 10 OR 100 STILL IMAGES
be enlarged.
2 Select the part of the image to be
magnified with the joystick.
• Move (
,
) the frame to the part
of the image you want to see enlarged.
• To cancel the magnification, move
the zoom lever toward W until the
frame disappears.
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press (
) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
.
3 Select (
) [
JUMP 10 IMAGES]
or [
JUMP 100 IMAGES].
4 Jump (
selected.
) the number of images
Press (
) to close the image jump
screen and display the image. You can
press (
guide.
) again to hide the joystick
43
Menu Options Lists
Advanced Functions
Menu Options Lists
(
58)
Image effect
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
Mode switch: P
item, refer to Using the Menus (
31).
[
[
[
[
[
IMAGE EFFECT OFF],
VIVID], [
LOW SHARPENING]*,
SOFT SKIN DETAIL],
CUSTOM]*
NEUTRAL],
FUNC. Menu
* Available only with the
.
(
52)
Recording programs
(
62)
Drive mode
Mode switch: P
[
[
[
PROGRAM AE],
SHUTTER-PRIO. AE],
APERTURE-PRIO. AE]*,
Mode switch: P
[
[
[
SINGLE], [
HISPEED CONT.SHOOT.],
AEB]
CONT.SHOOT.],
Special scene recording programs:
[
[
[
[
PORTRAIT], [ SPORTS],
NIGHT], [ SNOW], [ BEACH],
SUNSET], [ SPOTLIGHT],
FIREWORKS]
(
66)
Digital effects
* Available only with the
.
(
61)
Mode switch: P
Light metering mode
[
[
[
D.EFFECT OFF], [ FADE-T],
WIPE], [ BLK&WHT],
SEPIA], [ ART], [ MOSAIC]
Mode switch: P
[
[
[
EVALUATIVE],
CENT.WEIGHT.AVERAGE],
SPOT]
Mode switch: P
[
D.EFFECT OFF], [ BLK&WHT],
SEPIA]
[
(
57)
White balance
Mode switch: P
[
[
[
[
[
AUTO], [ DAYLIGHT],
SHADE]*, [ CLOUDY]*,
TUNGSTEN],
FLUORESCENT]*,
FLUORESCENT H]*, [ SET]
* Available only with the
.
44
Menu Options Lists
(
60)
Recording mode
Still image simultaneous
recording
[
HIGH QUALITY],
[
STANDARD PLAY], [ LONG PLAY]
[WIDESCREEN] set to [
ON]:
The table below gives the approximate
recording times with a brand new DVD
disc (on a single recording side).
[
[
[
STILL I.REC OFF],
FINE/1280x720],
NORMAL/1280x720]
Disc Type
Recording
[WIDESCREEN] set to [
OFF]:
[
[
[
STILL I.REC OFF],
FINE/1152x864],
NORMAL/1152x864]
DVD-R,
DVD-RW
DVD-R DL
Mode
20 min.
30 min.
60 min.
36 min.
54 min.
108 min.
[
[
[
STILL I.REC OFF],
FINE/1024x768],
NORMAL/1024x768]
ꢀ
recording time; however, depending on the
condition of the disc (long usage,
Recording in LP mode gives you a longer
[
[
[
STILL I.REC OFF],
FINE/640x480],
NORMAL/640x480]
imperfections, etc.) the picture and sound
recorded in LP mode may be distorted. We
recommend using the XP or SP mode for
important recordings.
(
68)
ADD TO PLAYLIST
ꢀThe camcorder uses a variable bit rate
(VBR) when encoding the video data so
the actual recording times will vary
depending on the content of the scenes.
Disc type:
[ALL SCENES], [ONE SCENE],
[CANCEL]
Add a scene to the playlist. This option is
available only from the original index
screen.
• VR mode
(
59)
Still image size/quality
Size:
(
69)
MOVE
[
[
L
S
2592x1944], [M1 2048x1536],
640x480]
Size:
[
[
L
L
1152x864], [
Size:
1024x768], [
S
640x480]
640x480]
Disc type:
• VR mode
Move a scene in the playlist. This option
is available only from the playlist index
screen.
S
Quality:
[
[
SUPER FINE], [ FINE],
NORMAL]
45
Menu Options Lists
(
(
(
70)
69)
74)
74)
( 75)
DIVIDE
PROTECT
Disc type:
Divide a scene.
• VR mode
• VR mode
Press (
) to enter the image selection
screen. From that screen, you can
continue to select the still images you
want to protect.
DELETE
(
96)
PRINT ORDER
Disc type:
Delete a scene.
Press (
) to enter the image selection
screen. From that screen, you can
continue to select the still images for
which you want to set print orders.
CONVERT TO SCENE
Convert a single still image into a
3-second Photomovie scene.
(
91)
TRANSFER ORDER
(
COPY [
]
Press (
) to enter the image selection
screen. From that screen, you can
continue to select the still images you
want to mark with a transfer order.
Copy a single still image from the memory
card to the disc.
(
74)
COPY [
]
Setup Menus
Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.)
CAMERA SETUP
Copy a single still image from the disc to
the memory card.
A.SL SHUTTER
(
41)
SLIDESHOW
Mode switch: AUTO or P (only in the
[
[
PROGRAM AE] recording program)
ON], [ OFF]
[CANCEL], [START]
The camcorder automatically uses slow
shutter speeds to obtain brighter
recordings in places with insufficient
lighting.
46
Menu Options Lists
ꢀThe camcorder uses shutter speeds
down to 1/30 (1/15 when recording still
images).
ZOOM SPEED
ꢀ
mode to
In
mode, set the flash
(flash off).
[
[
VARIABLE], [
SPEED 2], [
SPEED 3],
SPEED 1]
VARIABLE] the zoom
ꢀIf a trailing afterimage appears, set the
slow shutter to [ OFF].
ꢀIf (camcorder shake warning)
appears, we recommend stabilizing the
camcorder, for example, by mounting it
on a tripod.
ꢀWhen set to [
speed depends on how you operate the
zoom lever: Press lightly for a slow zoom;
press harder for faster zooms.
ꢀThe fastest zoom speed can be
achieved with [
the fixed zoom speeds, [
VARIABLE]. Among
D.ZOOM
SPEED 3] is
the fastest and [
slowest.
SPEED 1] the
IMG STAB
[
[
OFF], [
40X], [
200X]
1000X]
*
OFF], [
105X], [
Determines the operation of the digital
zoom.
*
: Only with the
.
Mode switch: P
[
ON
], [
OFF]
ꢀWhen activated, the camcorder will
switch automatically to the digital zoom
when you zoom in beyond the optical
zoom range.
ꢀWith the digital zoom the image is
digitally processed, so the image
resolution will deteriorate the more you
zoom in.
The image stabilizer compensates for
camcorder shake even at full telephoto.
ꢀThe image stabilizer is designed to
compensate for a normal degree of
camcorder shake.
ꢀ
The image stabilizer
may not be effective when recording in
dark places using the [ NIGHT]
recording program.
ꢀAbout the color of the zoom indicator:
Optical
Zoom
Digital Zoom
ꢀ
The image stabilizer
may not be effective when using a slow
shutter speed with the [ SHUTTER-
Zoom
Indicator
White
Light
blue
Dark
blue
PRIO. AE] recording program.
DC50
10x
10x -
40x
40x -
200x
ꢀThe image stabilizer cannot be turned
off when the mode switch is set to AUTO.
ꢀWe recommend setting the image
stabilizer to [
tripod.
DC220/DC230
35x
35x -
105x
105x -
1000x
OFF] when using a
ꢀThe digital zoom cannot be used with
the [ NIGHT] recording program.
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Menu Options Lists
( 35)
(
(
65)
61)
WIDESCREEN
AF AST LAMP
[
ON], [
OFF]
[
AUTO], [
OFF]
(
66)
SELF TIMER
FOCUS PRI.
[
ON ], [
OFF]
Mode switch: P
[
[
ON:AiAF], [
OFF]
ON:CENTER],
WIND SCREEN
Mode switch: P
AUTO], [
ND
[
OFF
]
The camcorder automatically reduces the
background sound of wind when
recording outdoors.
ꢀThe wind screen cannot be turned off
when the mode switch is set to AUTO.
ꢀSome low-frequency sounds will be
suppressed along with the sound of wind.
When recording in surroundings
Mode switch: P
AUTO], [
Will automatically activate the ND (neutral
density) filter in surroundings that are too
bright.
[
OFF]
ꢀThe ND filter cannot be turned off when
the mode switch is set to AUTO.
unaffected by wind or if you want to
record low-frequency sounds, we
recommend setting the wind screen to
REVIEW
[
OFF
].
Disc Operations (Photomovie, Finalize, etc.)
DISC OPERATIONS
DISC INFO
[
[
[
OFF], [
4 sec], [
8 sec], [
2 sec],
6 sec],
10 sec]
Selects the time to display a still image
after it has been recorded on the memory
card.
Displays a screen where you can verify
the details regarding the disc.
ꢀYou can erase (
while you are reviewing it (or immediately
after recording it, if set to [ OFF]).
ꢀThis menu item will not be available
73) the still image
ꢀThe disc information includes the disc
title, the disc type (DVD-R, DVD-R DL or
DVD-RW), the disc specification (VIDEO
mode or VR mode), and icons that
indicate if the disc is finalized ( ) or
when the drive mode (
(continuous shooting),
62) is set to
(high-
speed continuous shooting) or
exposure bracketing).
(auto
protected (
).
48
Menu Options Lists
(
71)
(
(
75)
72)
DISC INITIALIZE
PHOTOMOVIE
Disc type:
[VIDEO], [VR], [CANCEL]
[NO], [YES]
DISC TITLE
(
(
77)
79)
FINALIZE
Still Image Operations (Card Initialization, Disc-Card Copy, etc.)
[NO], [YES]
STILL IMG OPER.
(
(
(
(
97)
92)
73)
76)
ORD.ALL ERASE
UNFINALIZE
[NO], [YES]
Disc type:
[NO], [YES]
• VIDEO mode • Finalized
ORD.ALL ERASE
(
70)
MOVIES ALL DEL
[NO], [YES]
Disc type:
[NO], [YES]
• VR mode
ERASE ALL IMAGES
This option is available only in the original
index screen.
[NO], [YES]
(
70)
PLAYLST ALL DEL
CARD INITIALIZE
Disc type:
[NO], [YES]
• VR mode
[INITIALIZE], [COMPL.INIT.], [CANCEL]
This option is available only in the playlist
index screen.
(
(
74)
74)
ALL COPY [
]
(
71)
DISC PROTECT
[NO], [YES]
ALL COPY [
]
Disc type:
• VR mode
[NO], [YES]
[NO], [YES]
49
Menu Options Lists
Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.)
DISPLAY SETUP
MARKERS
BRIGHTNESS
[
[
[
OFF], [
LEVEL(GRY)], [
GRID(GRY)]
LEVEL(WHT)],
GRID(WHT)],
Adjusts the brightness of the LCD
screen.
You can display a grid or a horizontal line
at the center of the screen. The markers
are available in white or gray. Use the
markers as a reference to make sure your
subject is framed correctly (vertically and/
or horizontally).
ꢀUse the joystick (
) to adjust the
brightness to your preference.
ꢀChanging the brightness of the LCD
screen does not affect that of the
viewfinder or the recordings.
ꢀUsing the markers will not affect the
recordings on the disc or memory card.
LCD MIRROR
(
32)
LANGUAGE
[
ON], [
OFF]
When the LCD panel is rotated 180
degrees to face the subject, most screen
displays will disappear and the image
displayed will be as if the subject was
looking at a mirror.
[DEUTSCH], [ENGLISH], [ESPAÑOL],
[FRANÇAIS], [ITALIANO], [POLSKI],
[
[
[
[
], [TÜRKÇE], [
],
],
ROMANA
], [
], [
],
], [
], [
]
], [
TV SCREEN
[
ON], [
OFF]
ON], the camcorder’s
When set to [
on-screen displays will appear also on the
screen of a connected TV or monitor.
(
64)
DATA CODE
[
[
DATE], [ TIME], [
CAMERA DATA]
DATE & TIME],
50
Menu Options Lists
System Setup (Volume, Beep, Media Select
,
etc.)
ꢀApproximately 30 seconds before the
camcorder shuts off, the message
SYSTEM SETUP
MEDIA SEL.
“
AUTO POWER OFF” will appear.
(
37)
ꢀIn Quick-Start ready mode, the
camcorder will shut off after the time
selected for the [
setting.
STANDBY OFF]
[
[
CARD], [ DISC]
(
38)
STANDBY OFF
WL.REMOTE
[
10 min], [
20 min],
[
30 min]
ON], [
OFF
]
Select the length of time after which the
camcorder will end the Quick-Start ready
mode and shut off automatically.
Allows the camcorder to be operated with
the wireless controller.
(
40)
VOLUME
FILE NOS.
[
RESET], [
CONTINUOUS]
Select the image numbering method to be
used on a new memory card or disc.
Images are automatically assigned
consecutive image numbers from 0101 to
9900, and stored in folders containing up
to 100 images. Folders are numbered
from 101 to 998.
BEEP
[
[
HIGH VOLUME],
LOW VOLUME], [
A beep will accompany some operations
like turning on the camcorder, the self-
timer countdown, etc. It also serves as a
warning beep under unusual conditions.
OFF]
[
RESET]: Image numbers will restart
from 101-0101 every time you insert a
new memory card or disc.
[
CONTINUOUS]: Image numbers will
continue from the number following that
of the last image recorded with the
camcorder.
POWER SAVE
ꢀIf the recording media you insert
already contains an image with a larger
number, a new image will be assigned a
number one higher than that of the last
image on the memory card or disc.
ꢀWe recommend using the
[
ON], [
OFF]
In order to save power when the
camcorder is powered by a battery pack,
it will automatically shut off if left without
any operation for 5 minutes.
[
CONTINUOUS] setting.
ꢀThe setting is common to the memory
card and the disc.
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Menu Options Lists
Date/Time Setup
TV TYPE
DATE/TIME SETUP
[
NORMAL TV], [
WIDE TV]
(
(
32)
33)
T.ZONE/DST
DATE/TIME
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.
DATE FORMAT
[
NORMAL TV]: TV sets with 4:3
[Y.M.D (2007.1.1 AM 12:00)],
aspect ratio.
[
aspect ratio.
ꢀWhen the TV type is set to
[M.D,Y (JAN. 1, 2007 12:00 AM)],
WIDE TV]: TV sets with 16:9
[D.M.Y (1.JAN.2007 12:00 AM)]
Changes the date format for on-screen
displays and for date printing.
[
NORMAL TV], if you play back a
recording made in widescreen (16:9) the
picture displayed on the LCD screen will
be smaller than the full display area.
Line-in Mode
LINE-IN MODE
FIRMWARE
(
82)
LINE-IN MODE
You can verify the current version of the
camcorder’s firmware. This menu option
is usually grayed out.
Press (
screen.
) to enter the video input
52
Recording Programs
Recording Programs
Using the Recording Programs
AUTO
The camcorder adjusts the focus,
exposure and other settings
automatically, allowing you to just
point and shoot.
:
Flexible Recording Programs
[
PROGRAM AE]
[
SHUTTER-PRIO. AE]
[
APERTURE-PRIO. AE]*
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Special Scene Recording Programs:
PORTRAIT] SNOW]
[
[
[
SPOTLIGHT]
The camcorder uses a
Use this mode to record
Use this mode to record
spotlit scenes.
large aperture, achieving in bright ski resorts. It
a focus on the subject
while blurring other
distracting details.
prevents the subject from
being underexposed.
[
SPORTS]
[
BEACH]
[
FIREWORKS]
Use this mode to record
sports scenes such as
tennis or golf.
Use this mode to record
on a sunny beach. It
Use this mode to record
fireworks.
prevents the subject from
being underexposed.
[
NIGHT]
[
SUNSET]
Use this mode to record
in dimly lit places.
Use this mode to record
sunsets in vibrant colors.
* Available only with the
.
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Recording Programs
Flexible Recording: Changing the
Aperture and Shutter Speed
FUNC.
(
31)
Use the automatic exposure (AE)
program or give priority to the exposure
value or the shutter speed.
Icon of the currently selected
Recording Program
FUNC.
POINTS TO CHECK
FUNC.
Desired option
(
12)
TO SET THE SHUTTER SPEED OR APERTURE VALUE
Mode switch: P
When you select [
PRIO.AE] or [
SHUTTER-
APERTURE-
PRIO.AE], a numeric value will appear
next to the recording program icon.
1 If the joystick guide appears on the
Options
Default value
screen, press (
) to hide it.
When the numeric value can be
adjusted, small arrows will appear
next to the number.
[
PROGRAM AE]
The camcorder automatically adjusts the
aperture and shutter speed to obtain the
optimal exposure for the subject.
2 Adjust (
) the numeric value
(shutter speed or aperture value).
The number displayed will flash if the
aperture or shutter speed is not
appropriate for the recording
conditions. In such case, select a
different value.
[
SHUTTER-PRIO.AE]
Set the shutter speed value. The
camcorder automatically sets the
appropriate aperture value. Use a high
shutter speed to record fast moving
subjects or a slow shutter speed to add a
certain motion blur, emphasizing the feel of
movement.
NOTES
ꢀDo not change the position of the mode
switch while recording, as the brightness of the
image may change abruptly.
[
APERTURE-PRIO.AE]
Set the aperture value. The camcorder
automatically sets the appropriate shutter
speed. Use low aperture values (larger
lens opening) to softly blur the background
in a portrait or high aperture values
(smaller lens opening) to get a wider depth
of field, giving a sharp focus all throughout
a landscape.
ꢀ[
SHUTTER-PRIO.AE]
- If you use a slow shutter speed in dark places,
you can obtain a brighter image, but the image
quality may be lower, and the autofocus may
not work well.
- The image may flicker when recording with
high shutter speeds.
-
Recording movies under fluorescent lights: If the
screen starts to flicker, select [
SHUTTER-
PRIO.AE] and set the shutter speed to 1/100.
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Recording Programs
Shutter speed guidelines
Special Scene: Recording Programs to
Match Special Conditions
1/8, 1/15, 1/30
1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30
Recording in a very bright ski resort or
capturing the full colors of a sunset or a
fireworks display becomes as easy as
selecting a special scene recording
program.
For recording subjects in dark places.
1/60
1/60
For general recordings.
1/100
1/100
POINTS TO CHECK
For recording indoor sports scenes.
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12)
1/250, 1/500, 1/1000
1/250, 1/500, 1/720*
Mode switch: P
For recording from within a car or train, or
for recording moving subjects such as
roller coasters.
*
only.
FUNC.
Note that on screen only the denominator
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31)
is displayed – “ 250” indicates a
shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc.
Icon of the currently selected
Recording Program
FUNC.
Available Aperture Values
The actual range of values available for
selection will vary depending on the initial
zoom position.
Last icon on the right (icon of the
currently selected Special Scene
)
[1.8], [2.0], [2.4], [2.8], [3.4],
[4.0], [4.8], [5.6], [6.7], [8.0]
[2.8], [3.4], [4.0], [4.8], [5.6],
[6.7], [8.0]
FUNC.
Desired option
NOTES
ꢀDo not change the position of the mode
switch while recording, as the brightness of the
image may change abruptly.
ꢀ[ PORTRAIT]/[
SNOW]
SPORTS]/[
BEACH]/
[
- The picture may not appear smooth during
playback.
ꢀ[ PORTRAIT]
- The blur effect of the background increases
the more you zoom in (
T).
ꢀ[ NIGHT]
- Moving subjects may leave a trailing
afterimage.
- Picture quality may not be as good as in other
modes.
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Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
- White points may appear on the screen.
Adjusting the Picture:
- Autofocus may not work as well as in other
modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually.
Exposure, Focus and Color
ꢀ[ SNOW]/[ BEACH]
- The subject may become overexposed on
cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the
image on the screen.
Manual Exposure Adjustment
At times, backlit subjects may appear too
dark (underexposed) or subjects under
very strong lights may appear too bright
or glaring (overexposed). To correct this,
you can manually adjust the exposure.
ꢀ[ FIREWORKS]
- To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend
using a tripod. Make sure to use a tripod
especially in
slows down.
, as the shutter speed
POINTS TO CHECK
(
12)
Mode switch: P (except for the
[
FIREWORKS] recording program).
EXP
NEXT
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward [EXP].
• If [EXP] does not appear on the joystick
guide, repeatedly push the joystick (
toward [NEXT] to display the joystick
guide in the illustration above.
• The exposure adjustment indicator
and the neutral value “±0”
)
appear on the screen.
• If you operate the zoom during
exposure lock, the brightness of the
image may change.
3 Adjust (
) the brightness of the
image as required.
• The adjustment range and the length of
the exposure adjustment indicator will vary
depending on the brightness of the picture
at the time you locked the exposure.
• Pushing the joystick ( ) toward
[EXP] again will cancel the exposure
lock and return the camcorder to
automatic exposure.
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Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
3 Adjust (
) the focus as required
until the image appears focused.
Manual Focus Adjustment
• Push the joystick ( ) toward
farther focal distance or push it (
toward
• Pushing the joystick ( ) toward
[FOCUS] again will return the
camcorder to autofocus.
for a
)
Autofocus may not work well on the
following subjects. In such case, focus
manually.
for a closer focal distance.
Reflective surfaces
NOTES
Subjects with low contrast or
without vertical lines
ꢀ
The camcorder will automatically return to
autofocus when you set the mode switch to AUTO
.
ꢀReadjust the focus when you have turned off
the camcorder.
Fast Moving Subjects
Infinity Focus
Use this function when you wish to focus
on faraway subjects such as mountains or
fireworks.
Through wet windows
Night Scenes
POINTS TO CHECK
(
12)
POINTS TO CHECK
Adjust the zoom before you start the
procedure.
(
12)
Mode switch: P
Adjust the zoom before you start the
procedure.
Mode switch: P
FOCUS
NEXT
FOCUS
NEXT
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2
Keep the joystick pushed ( ) toward
[FOCUS] for more than 2 seconds.
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
•
appears.
• Pushing the joystick ( ) toward
[FOCUS] again will return the
camcorder to autofocus.
[FOCUS].
• If [FOCUS] does not appear on the
joystick guide, repeatedly push the
joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display
the joystick guide in the illustration
above.
NOTES
If you operate the zoom or the joystick (
during infinity focus, changes to “MF” and the
camcorder returns to manual focusing mode.
)
• “MF” appears.
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Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
White Balance
FUNC.
(
31)
The white balance function helps you
accurately reproduce colors under
different lighting conditions so that white
objects will always look truly white in your
recordings.
Icon of the currently selected
White Balance
FUNC.
FUNC.
Desired option*
POINTS TO CHECK
* When you select [ SET], do not press
FUNC.
and continue instead with the
(
12)
procedure below.
Mode switch: P
TO SET THE CUSTOM WHITE BALANCE
1 Point the camcorder at a white
Options
Default value
object, zoom in until it fills the
whole screen and press (
[
AUTO]
).
When the adjustment is completed,
stops flashing and stays on. The
camcorder retains the custom setting
even if you turn off the camcorder.
FUNC.
Settings are automatically set by the
camcorder. Use this setting for outdoor
scenes.
[
DAYLIGHT]
For recording outdoors on a bright day.
SHADE]
For recording in shaded places.
CLOUDY]
For recording on a cloudy day.
TUNGSTEN]
2 Press
to save the setting and
close the menu.
[
NOTES
[
ꢀDepending on the type of fluorescent light,
optimal color balance may not be obtained with
FLUORESCENT] or [ FLUORESCENT
H]. If the color looks unnatural, adjust it using
[
[
[
ꢀ
AUTO] or [ SET].
When you have set the custom white balance:
For recording under tungsten and tungsten
type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.
- Depending on the light source,
may keep
[
FLUORESCENT]
flashing. The result will still be better than with
AUTO].
[
For recording under warm white, cool
white or warm white type (3-wavelength)
fluorescent lighting.
- Reset the white balance when the lighting
condition changes.
- Turn off the digital zoom.
ꢀThe camcorder retains the custom white
balance setting even if you turn it off.
ꢀCustom white balance may provide better
results in the following cases:
- Changing lighting conditions
- Close-ups
[
FLUORESCENT H]
For recording under daylight or daylight
type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.
[
SET]
Use the custom white balance setting to
make white subjects appear white under
colored lighting.
- Subjects in a single color (sky, sea or forest)
- Under mercury lamps and certain types of
fluorescent lights
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Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Image Effects
You can use the image effects to change
the color saturation and contrast to record
images with special color effects.
FUNC.
(
31)
Icon of the currently selected
FUNC.
Image Effect
POINTS TO CHECK
FUNC.
Desired option*
(
12)
* When you select [
CUSTOM], do not
FUNC.
press
and continue instead with the
Mode switch: P
procedure below.
Options
Default value
TO SET THE CUSTOM IMAGE EFFECT
[
IMAGE EFFECT OFF]
Records with no image enhancing effects.
VIVID]
1 Press (
custom setting options.
) each setting as
) and select (
) the
2 Adjust (
[
desired and then press (
) .
Emphasizes the contrast and color
saturation.
FUNC.
3 Press
to save the setting and
close the menu.
[
NEUTRAL]
Tones down the contrast and color
saturation.
[
LOW SHARPENING]
Records subjects with softened outlines.
SOFT SKIN DETAIL]
[
Softens the details in the skin tone area for
a more complimentary appearance. To
obtain the best effect, use this setting
when recording a person in close-up. Note
that areas similar to the skin color may lack
in detail.
[
CUSTOM]
Allows you to adjust the brightness,
contrast, sharpness, and color depth of the
image.
[COL.DEPTH]: (–) Shallower colors,
(+) Richer color tonality
[BRIGHTN.]:
(–) Darker picture,
(+) Brighter picture
[CONTRAST]: (–) Flatter picture,
(+) More defined light and
shade
[SHARPNESS]: (–) Vaguer outlines,
(+) Sharper outlines
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Still Image Recording Options
Still Image Recording Options
Still Image Recording
(
12)
Options
Options
Image size options vary depending on the
model. The following tables summarize
the approximate numbers of still images
that can be recorded on different medias
by image size/quality.
Selecting the Size and Quality of Still
Images
Still images are recorded on the memory
card or the disc using the JPEG (Joint
Photographic Experts Group)
compression. As a general rule select a
larger image size for higher quality.
Approximate number of still images on a memory card
Memory Card
32 MB
128 MB
512 MB
Image Quality1
→
Image Size
↓
L
L
L
2592x19442
5
10
65
25
130
165
40
35
185
235
55
55
280
345
85
105
545
695
175
145
215
435
1152x8643
1024x7684
40
55
10
140
735 1,115 2,155
940 1,370 2,745
80
M1 2048x15362
640x480
20
235
350
700
S
200
365
585
850 1,530 2,320 3,355 6,040
Approximate number of still images on a disc
Disc Type/
DVD-R or DVD-RW
VIDEO mode
DVD-R DL
VIDEO mode
DVD-RW
VR mode
Disc Specification
Image Quality1
Image Size
→
↓
L
L
L
2592x19442
1152x8643
1024x7684
415
625 1,245 755 1,220 2,265 420
635
1,265
2,100 3,185 6,150 3,815 5,795 9,999 2,135 3,240 6,255
2,690 3,910 7,830 4,890 7,115 9,999 2,735 3,980 7,965
670 1,000 2,000 1,220 1,820 3,640 680 1,015 2,035
6,625 9,570 9,999 9,999 9,999 9,999 6,740 9,735 17,5255
M1 2048x15362
S
640x480
1
2
: [SUPER FINE],
: [FINE],
only.
: [NORMAL]
only.
3
4
only.
5 This is the number of images that can be recorded on the disc. However, the maximum number of
remaining still images displayed on the screen will be 9999.
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Still Image Recording Options
Default value with the
Capturing a Still Image while Recording
Movies
L
2592x1944/FINE
While you are recording a movie on the disc
you can simultaneously capture the same
picture as a still image on the memory card.
The size of the still image cannot be changed
but the image quality can be selected.
FUNC.
(
31)
Icon of the currently selected
Image Quality/Size
FUNC.
(
12)
Default value
Desired image size*
STILL I. REC OFF
Press (
)
FUNC.
FUNC.
Desired image quality*
(
31)
* The number displayed on the right corner
indicates the approximate number of images
that can be recorded with the current quality/
size setting.
Icon of the currently selected
Still Image Simultaneous
Recording option
FUNC.
NOTES
FUNC.
Desired image quality*
ꢀDepending on the number of images on the
memory card or disc (Windows: more than
1,800 images; Macintosh: more than 1,000
images), you may not be able to download
images to a computer. Try using a card reader
to download the still images recorded on the
memory card.
ꢀConnection to a PictBridge compatible printer
will not work when the memory card contains
more than 1,800 images. For best performance,
we recommend keeping the number of images
on the memory card under 100.
* The number displayed on the right corner
indicates the approximate number of images
that can be recorded with the current quality/
size setting.
TO CAPTURE THE STILL IMAGE
While you are recording a movie,
PHOTO
press
.
The still image is recorded on the memory
card while the screen continues to show
the video recording.
NOTES
ꢀThe still image cannot be recorded
simultaneously on the disc.
ꢀThe still image cannot be recorded on the
memory card while a digital effect is activated.
The still image also cannot be
recorded on the memory card while recording in
widescreen mode.
ꢀTo record still images we recommend using
the
mode, which offers the best
quality for still images.
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Still Image Recording Options
FUNC.
MENU
Automatic Focus Priority
When the focus priority is activated, the
camcorder records a still image only after
the focus has been adjusted
automatically.
CAMERA SETUP
FOCUS PRI.
Desired option
POINTS TO CHECK
FUNC.
(
12)
NOTES
Mode switch at AUTO:
The focus priority cannot be turned off.
In the [
FIREWORKS] recording program the
focus priority is automatically set to [
OFF].
Mode switch at P:
You can turn off the focus priority and you
can also select the AF (autofocus) frame
to be used.
Light Metering Mode
The camcorder measures the light
reflected from the subject in order to
calculate the optimal exposure settings.
Depending on the subject, you may want
to change the way the light is measured
and evaluated.
Options
Default value
[
ON:AiAF]
(Mode switch: P*, AUTO)
Depending on the shooting conditions, one
or more AF frames out of the nine frames
available are automatically selected and
the focus is fixed on them.
POINTS TO CHECK
[
ON:CENTER]
(Mode switch: P*)
(
12)
The focus is automatically fixed to the
center AF frame. This is convenient for
making sure the focus is exactly where you
want it. In this mode, a single focusing
frame appears in the center of the screen.
Mode switch: P
Options
Default value
[
EVALUATIVE]
[
OFF]
Select this option if you wish to record a
still image as soon as you press
Appropriate for standard shooting
conditions, including backlit scenes. The
camcorder divides the picture into several
areas and the light is measured in all of
them to achieve the optimal exposure for
the subject.
.
PHOTO
* Except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording
program.
FUNC.
[
CENT.WEIGHT.AVERAGE]
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31)
Averages the light metered from the entire
screen, giving more weight to the subject
in the center.
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Still Image Recording Options
[
SPOT]
Continuous Shooting and
Exposure Bracketing
Take a series of pictures of a moving
subject or record the same picture in 3
levels of exposure in order to choose later
the picture you like the best.
Meters only the area within the spot AE
point frame. Use this setting to adjust the
exposure to match the subject in the center
of the screen.
FUNC.
(
31)
POINTS TO CHECK
Icon of the currently selected
Light Metering Mode
(
12)
FUNC.
Mode switch: P (except for the
[
FIREWORKS] recording program).
FUNC.
Desired option
Maximum number of continuous shots at one time:
Number of frames (shots) per second
Maximum number of continuous shots
Normal speed
High speed
2 frames
3 frames
L
2592x1944
M1 2048x1536
640x480
30 images
45 images
60 images
Using the flash
1.9 frames
S
Number of frames (shots) per second
Maximum number of continuous shots
Normal speed
High speed
3 frames
5 frames
L 1152x864
640x480
20 images
60 images
S
These figures are approximate and vary with the recording conditions and subjects.
The actual number of frames per second will be lower when “
displayed on the screen.
” (camcorder shake warning) is
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Other Functions
Other Functions
Options
Default value
Other Functions
[
SINGLE]
Records a single still image.
CONT.SHOOT.] (Continuous
On-Screen Displays
The camcorder keeps a data code
containing the date and time and other
camera data (shutter speed, exposure,
etc.) registered at the time of recording.
You can select the data to be displayed.
[
Shooting), [ HISPEED CONT.SHOOT. ]
(High-Speed Continuous Shooting)
Captures a series of still images as long as
you hold
pressed down. For the
PHOTO
number of frames per second, refer to the
table below.
Turning the On-Screen Displays On/Off
[
AEB] (Auto Exposure Bracketing)
The camcorder records a still image in
three different exposures (dark, normal,
light in 1/2 EV steps), allowing you to
choose the shot you like the best.
FUNC.
(
31)
Icon of the currently selected
Drive Mode
FUNC.
FUNC.
Desired option
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING/
HIGH-SPEED CONTINUOUS SHOOTING
PHOTO
1 Press
the autofocus.
halfway to activate
DISP.
Repeatedly press
to turn the on-
screen displays on/off in the following
sequence:
PHOTO
2 Press
fully and hold it
pressed down.
A series of still images will be
recorded as long as you hold the
button pressed.
,
• All displays on
• All displays off1
AUTO EXPOSURE BRACKETING
• All displays on
• Data code2 only
• All displays off
PHOTO
Press
, first halfway to activate
the autofocus and then fully to record
the still images.
Three still images in different exposures
will be recorded on the memory card.
• All displays on (including the
histogram3)
• Regular displays only
• All displays off
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Other Functions
1
2
However, the level marker, the disc type icon
Reading the Histogram Display
and the
and
icons will still appear on
When viewing still images you can
display the histogram and the icons of all
the functions used at the time of
recording. Use the histogram as a
reference to verify the correct exposure of
the still image.
The area to the right of the histogram
represents highlights and the left side
represents shadows. A still image whose
histogram skews to the right is relatively
bright; while one whose histogram peaks
to the left, is relatively dark.
the screen.
Data code: Time, date and camera data at the
time of recording. The contents to be
displayed can be selected as explained in the
following section.
Histogram display: For still images you can
display the complete camera data registered
at the time of recording. For details on how to
read the histogram display, refer to the
following section.
3
Selecting the Data Code
You can select the data code to be
displayed when playing back movies.
Options
Default value
Shadows
Highlights
[
DATE], [ TIME]
Displays the date or time when the scene
or still image was recorded.
NOTES
[
DATE & TIME]
The histogram will appear also after recording a
still image, while reviewing it within the time set
for the [REVIEW] option (or immediately after
Displays both the date and time of the
recording.
recording it, if [REVIEW] is set to [
OFF]).
[
CAMERA DATA]
Displays the aperture (f-stop) and shutter
speed used when recording the image.
Flash
FUNC.
You can use the built-in flash for
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31)
recording still images in dark places. The
flash features the red-eye reduction
function.
FUNC.
MENU
POINTS TO CHECK
DISPLAY SETUP
DATA CODE
Desired option
(
12)
Select a recording program other than
FIREWORKS] .
[
FUNC.
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Other Functions
degree of reduction depends on the distance
and on each individual.
ꢀThe flash will not fire in the following cases:
- When you manually adjust the exposure in
Options
Default value
(auto)
The flash fires automatically according to
the brightness of the subject.
(auto) or
(red-eye reduction) mode.
- During auto exposure bracketing.
(red-eye reduction, auto)
- In the [
FIREWORKS] recording program.
ꢀThe flash mode cannot be selected when the
exposure is locked.
The flash fires automatically according to
the brightness of the subject. The assist
lamp lights up to reduce the red-eye effect.
ꢀ
We recommend not using the flash
while the optional Wide-converter is attached;
its shadow can appear on the screen.
(flash on)
ꢀ
PHOTO
About the AF-Assist Lamp: While you press
The flash always fires.
(flash off)
halfway, if the subject is too dark the
assist lamp may light up briefly in order to
enable the camcorder to focus more accurately
(AF-assist lamp). You can also set [AF AST
The flash does not fire.
LAMP] to [
OFF] so the assist lamp does
not light up.
- The camcorder may not be able to focus even
if the AF-assist lamp is on.
NEXT
- The brightness of the AF-assist lamp could be
an inconvenience. Consider turning it off in
public places such as restaurants or theaters.
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press (
) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
If does not appear on the joystick
guide, repeatedly push the joystick
) toward [NEXT] to display the
.
Mini Video Light
You can turn on the mini video light
(assist lamp) at any time regardless of the
recording program.
(
joystick guide in the illustration above.
When the mode switch is set to AUTO,
only one joystick guide will appear.
• Repeatedly push the joystick (
)
toward
modes.
to cycle between the flash
(
12)
• The display
seconds.
PHOTO
disappears after 4
3 Press
, first halfway to
activate the autofocus and then
fully to record the still image.
NEXT
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
• If does not appear on the joystick
guide, repeatedly push the joystick
) toward [NEXT] to display the
NOTES
.
ꢀThe practical range of the flash is approx. 1 to
2 m (3.3 to 6.6 ft.). The range depends on the
recording conditions.
(
joystick guide in the illustration above.
When the mode switch is set to AUTO,
only one joystick guide will appear.
ꢀThe range of the flash decreases in
continuous shooting mode.
ꢀFor the red-eye reduction to be effective, the
subject needs to look at the assist lamp. The
•
appears on the screen.
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Other Functions
• Push the joystick ( ) toward
again to turn the mini video light off.
NOTES
Once the countdown has begun, you can press
Start/Stop
(when recording movies) or press
fully (when recording still images) to
NOTES
PHOTO
We recommend not using the mini video
light while the optional Wide-converter is attached;
its shadow can appear on the screen.
cancel the self timer. The self timer will also be
canceled if you turn off the camcorder.
Self Timer
Digital Effects
POINTS TO CHECK
POINTS TO CHECK
(
12)
(
12)
: Set the camcorder in record
pause mode.
Mode switch: P
: [
BLK&WHT], [
SEPIA]
FUNC.
only.
(
31)
Options
Default value
[
D.EFFECT OFF]
FUNC.
MENU
CAMERA SETUP
SELF TIMER
ON
Select this setting when you do not intend
to use the digital effects.
[
FADE-T] (fade trigger), [
WIPE]
Select one of the faders to begin or end a
scene with a fade from or to a black
screen.
FUNC.
[
BLK&WHT]
Records images in black and white.
SEPIA]
appears.
:
[
Start/Stop
Press
.
Records images in sepia tones for an “old”
look.
The camcorder starts recording after a
10-second countdown*. The countdown
appears on the screen.
[
ART], [
MOSAIC]
Select one of the other digital effects to
add flavor to your recordings.
:
PHOTO
Press
, first halfway to activate
the autofocus and then fully to record
the still image.
The camcorder will record the still image
after a 10-second countdown*. The
countdown appears on the screen.
*
2 seconds when using the
wireless controller.
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Other Functions
TO
FADE
IN
NOTES
Push the joystick ( ) toward
pause mode ( ), then press
to start recording with a fade in.
in record
Start/Stop
ꢀ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 setting last used
even if you turn off the digital effects or change
the recording program.
TO
FADE OUT
Push the joystick ( ) toward
recording ( ), then press
while
Start/Stop
to
fade out and pause the recording.
Setting
FUNC.
TO ACTIVATE AN EFFECT
: Push the joystick (
)
toward
while recording or in record
pause mode.
(
31)
: Push the joystick ( ) toward
PHOTO
and then press
still image.
to record the
Icon of the currently selected
Digital Effect
FUNC.
FUNC. **
Desired fader/effect*
* You can preview the effect on the screen.
** The icon of the selected effect appears.
Applying
NEXT
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press (
) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
• If does not appear on the joystick
guide, repeatedly push the joystick
) toward [NEXT] to display the
.
(
joystick guide in the illustration above.
• The icon of the selected effect turns
green.
• Push the joystick ( ) toward
again to deactivate the fader/effect.
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Managing Scenes
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n
Managing Scenes
Adding Scenes to the Playlist
Options
Creating a Playlist
[ALL SCENES]
Create a playlist to easily edit your
movies. Include in your playlist only the
scenes you prefer or change the order in
which they will be played back, without
affecting your original recordings. After
you add scenes to the playlist you will
have two types of index screens:
Adds all scenes in the original index
screen to the playlist.
[ONE SCENE]
Adds only the selected scene to the
playlist.
[CANCEL]
Original index screen (original recordings)
Returns to the original index screen.
ORIGINAL
From the original index screen, select
(
,
) the scene to add to the playlist.
To add all scenes, there is no need to
select any particular scene.
PLAYLIST
Playlist index screen
FUNC.
(
31)
POINTS TO CHECK
FUNC.
ADD TO PLAYLIST
Desired option
YES
(
12)
Disc type:
DVD-RW • VR mode
When the operation is completed
“ADDED TO PLAYLIST” will be displayed.
PLAYLIST
Press
to check the scenes in
the playlist index screen.
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Managing Scenes
Deleting a Single Scene
POINTS TO CHECK
Moving Scenes in the Playlist
From the original index screen, press
PLAYLIST
. From the playlist index screen,
select (
,
) the scene to move.
(
12)
Disc type:
DVD-RW • VR mode
FUNC.
(
31)
From the original index screen, select
) the scene to delete. To delete
(
,
FUNC.
MOVE
a scene only in the playlist, press
PLAYLIST
first, and then select the scene.
Move (
,
) the orange
marker to the new position of the
FUNC.
scene and press (
YES
).
(
31)
FUNC.
DELETE
YES
Deleting Scenes
Deleting a Scene Just After Recording
You can delete those scenes that you are
not interested in keeping. Remember that
when you delete scenes in the playlist,
you do not affect your original recordings;
However, when you delete an original
recording, it will be deleted also from the
playlist.
POINTS TO CHECK
(
12)
Disc type:
DVD-RW •
VIDEO or VR mode
IMPORTANT
ꢀBe careful when deleting original recordings.
Once deleted, an original scene cannot be
recovered.
NEXT
Immediately after recording a scene:
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
If does not appear on the joystick
guide, repeatedly push the joystick
) toward [NEXT] to display the
ꢀDo not change the position of the power
switch or the
/
switch while the scene is
being deleted.
.
NOTES
ꢀScenes cannot be deleted when the disc is
protected ( 71).
ꢀYou may not be able to delete scenes shorter
(
joystick guide in the illustration above.
When the mode switch is set to AUTO,
only one joystick guide will appear.
3 While reviewing the scene, select
than 5 seconds.
(
)
and press (
).
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Managing Scenes
4 Select (
) [YES] and press (
).
Dividing a Scene
You can divide your recordings in order to
leave only the best parts and later cut out
the rest. Remember that when you divide
scenes in the playlist, you do not affect
your original recordings.
NOTES
You will not be able to delete the last scene if
after the scene was recorded you changed the
operating mode, turned off the camcorder or
removed the disc.
NOTES
Deleting All Scenes
POINTS TO CHECK
Photomovie scenes (
scenes (1 second or less) cannot be divided.
74) and very short
POINTS TO CHECK
(
12)
Disc type:
DVD-RW • VR mode
(
12)
Disc type:
DVD-RW • VR mode
To delete all the scenes from the original
index screen, follow the procedure below.
This will delete also the whole playlist. If
you only want to delete all the scenes
from the playlist (without affecting the
PLAYLIST
From the original index screen, select
(
,
) the scene to divide. To divide a
PLAYLIST
scene only in the playlist, press
first, and then select the scene.
original recordings), press
first
and then continue as follows.
FUNC.
(
31)
FUNC.
(
31)
FUNC.
DIVIDE
FUNC.
MENU
Playback of the scene begins.
DISC OPERATIONS
MOVIES ALL DEL*
YES
Press (
) at the point where
you want to divide the scene.*
DIVIDE
FUNC.
YES
* When you are deleting the playlist, this menu
option will be replaced by [PLAYLST ALL
DEL].
* You can use the following icons and the
special playback modes (
scene to a precise point.
40) to bring the
/
:
Skip to the beginning of the
current/next scene.
/
:
One frame reverse/advance.
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Managing the Disc
Managing the Disc
Managing the Disc
Initializing the Disc
You need to initialize a DVD-RW disc
when first inserting it into the camcorder
and you may have to initialize a disc if you
get the message “UNABLE TO
RECOGNIZE THE RECORDING MODE
OF THE DISC”. You can also choose to
initialize the disc if you wish to erase all
the recordings on the disc or in order to
change the disc specification.
Protecting the Disc
You can protect the whole disc to prevent
the accidental erasure of important
recordings. Follow the same procedure to
remove the protection of a protected disc.
IMPORTANT
Initializing the disc (
71) will permanently
IMPORTANT
erase all recordings, even if the disc is
protected.
ꢀInitializing the disc will permanently erase all
recordings, even if the disc is protected. The
lost original recordings cannot be recovered.
ꢀInitialize all DVD-RW discs before using them
with this camcorder.
POINTS TO CHECK
(
12)
Disc type:
DVD-RW • VR mode
POINTS TO CHECK
FUNC.
(
12)
(
31)
Disc type:
DVD-RW •
VIDEO or VR mode
FUNC.
MENU
Options
DISC OPERATIONS
DISC PROTECT
YES
[VIDEO] mode
Most DVD players will play the disc, but
except for the disc title, the recordings
cannot be edited with the camcorder.
FUNC.
[VR] mode
You will have the option to edit the
recordings with the camcorder, but the disc
can only be played in VR mode-compatible
DVD players and computer DVD drives.
FUNC.
(
31)
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Managing the Disc
FUNC.
MENU
Changing the Disc Title
Before you finalize your disc*, you can
give it a title. The disc title will be
displayed on the index screen when
playing the finalized disc in most DVD
players.
* You can change the title of DVD-RW discs
recorded in VR mode also after having
finalized them.
DISC OPERATIONS
DISC INITIALIZE
VIDEO
or
VR
(
12)
YES
FUNC.
(
31)
FUNC. *
YES
* Close the menu only after the screen display
returns to the [DISC OPERATIONS] menu.
FUNC.
MENU*
DISC OPERATIONS
DISC TITLE
Enter the title
(up to 20 characters).**
SET
YES
MENU
* Only when using a DVD-RW recorded in VR
mode. With discs recorded in VIDEO mode,
FUNC.
pressing
will open the menu directly
on the setup menus screen.
**Select one character at a time and press
(
) to add it to the title. Select
[BACKSPACE] and press ( ) to delete the
character to the left of the cursor’s position.
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Managing Photos
Managing Photos
POINTS TO CHECK
Managing Photos
(
12)
Erasing Photos
You can erase still images recorded on
the memory card or on the disc (DVD-RW
only).
Disc type:
mode
DVD-RW • VIDEO or VR
IMPORTANT
Be careful when erasing images. Erased
images cannot be recovered.
While reviewing the image immediately
after recording:
NOTES
1 Push the joystick ( ) toward
2 Select ( ) [ERASE] and press
).
.
Protected images on the memory card and
images on a protected disc cannot be erased.
(
Erasing a Single Image
POINTS TO CHECK
Erasing All Images
The following procedure will erase all the
non-protected still images from the
currently selected media (will not erase
images with the
mark).
(
12)
Disc type:
DVD-RW • VR mode
POINTS TO CHECK
(
12)
Disc type:
DVD-RW • VR mode
FUNC.
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
3 Select ( ) [ERASE] and press
).
(
31)
.
FUNC.
MENU
(
STILL IMG OPER.
ERASE ALL IMAGES
YES
Erasing a Single Image Just After
Recording
You can erase the still image recorded
last while reviewing it within the time set
for the [REVIEW] option (or immediately
after recording it, if [REVIEW] is set to
FUNC.
[
OFF]).
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Managing Photos
FUNC.
MENU
Copying Photos
You can copy still images recorded on the
memory card to the disc (for example, to
add them to a Photomovie scene
STILL IMG OPER.
(
74)), or from the disc to the memory
ALL COPY [
(card to disc)
] *
] *
card (for example, to set print orders for a
DPOF compatible printer (
96)).
or
ALL COPY [
Copying a Single Image
(disc to card)
POINTS TO CHECK
FUNC.
YES
(
12)
* The total size of all image files on the source
media and the space available on the
destination media will be displayed.
Select as the media for the still images,
the media from where you want to copy
images.
NOTES
FUNC.
ꢀStill images not recorded with this camera
may not be copied correctly.
(
31)
ꢀWhen there is not enough available space on
the destination media, the operation will be
terminated without copying all the image files.
ꢀThe copy operation may take a moment to
complete depending on the number and total
size of the image files.
FUNC.
COPY
(card to disc)
or
COPY
(disc to card)
FUNC.
EXECUTE
Converting Photos into Photomovie
Scenes
Copying All Images
POINTS TO CHECK
Still images are recorded using JPEG
compression, but a DVD player only
recognizes the MPEG standard. Thus, to
play back your still images with your DVD
player, first you need to create a
Photomovie scene – a slide show of all
still images on the disc, where each
image will be displayed for approx. 3
seconds.
(
12)
Select as the media for the still images,
the media from where you want to copy
images.
FUNC.
(
31)
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Managing Photos
ꢀ
To create a Photomovie scene that
includes still images with a 16:9 aspect ratio
MW 1280x720), we recommend you set [TV
TYPE] to [ NORMAL TV] beforehand.
Converting a Single Image
(
(
12)
ꢀIf you create Photomovie scenes on a DVD-
RW initialized in VR mode, you will not be able
to transfer any recordings to the computer using
MyDVD for Canon.
Select (
) the still image you want to
convert to a Photomovie scene.
FUNC.
(
31)
FUNC.
CONVERT TO SCENE
EXECUTE
Protecting Photos on the Memory Card
You can protect still images recorded on
the memory card from accidental erasure.
FUNC.
IMPORTANT
Converting All Images
POINTS TO CHECK
Initializing the memory card (
permanently erase all recorded still images,
even the protected ones.
76) will
(
12)
(
12)
If you want to include in your Photomovie
scene still images recorded on the
memory card, copy them to the disc in
FUNC.
(
31)
advance (
74).
FUNC.
PROTECT
FUNC.
(
31)
Press (
)
FUNC.
MENU
[
PROTECT]: The image selection
screen appears.
DISC OPERATIONS
PHOTOMOVIE
YES
FROM THE IMAGE SELECTION SCREEN
1 Select (
) the still image you
want to protect.
2 Press (
image.
) to protect the still
FUNC.
appears on the bottom bar and the
image cannot be erased. Press (
again to cancel the image protection.
3 Repeat steps 1-2 to protect
additional images or press FUNC.
twice to close the menu.
)
NOTES
ꢀIf the disc becomes full while creating a
Photomovie scene, the operation will be
canceled.
ꢀThis function does not affect the original still
images.
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Managing Photos
FUNC.
MENU
Initializing the Memory Card
Initialize memory cards when you use
them with this camcorder for the first time.
You may also have to initialize a card if
you get the “CARD ERROR” message or
you may choose to do so to erase all data
recorded on it.
The regular initialization option
[INITIALIZE] will clear the file allocation
table but will not physically erase the
stored data. If you need to completely
erase all the data, select instead the
complete initialization option
STILL IMG OPER.
CARD INITIALIZE
INITIALIZE
or
COMPL.INIT.
FUNC.
YES
* Press (
) to cancel the complete
[COMPL.INIT.].
initialization while it is in progress. All the
image files will be erased and the memory
card can be used without any problem.
IMPORTANT
Initializing the memory card will erase all still
images, even the protected ones. The original
still images cannot be recovered.
(
12)
FUNC.
31)
(
77
Playing Back the Disc on an External Device
ꢀ
Always power the camcorder using the
Finalizing the Disc
compact power adapter. The operation cannot
be started if the camcorder is powered only with
the battery pack.
To play the disc you recorded on a DVD
player, a computer’s DVD drive or other
digital device, you need to finalize it first.
You do not need to finalize the disc to
play back your recordings with the
camcorder connected to the TV.
ꢀ
Avoid the following actions while the operation
is in progress. Failing to do so can interrupt the
process and result in permanent data loss.
- Do not move the camcorder.
- Do not disconnect the compact power adapter.
ꢀ
Depending on the type of disc and the disc
To view your still images on a DVD player
you will need to convert them to
Photomovie scenes beforehand (
specification, after finalizing the disc you may not
be able to initialize the disc, edit your recordings
or add new recordings to the disc.
74).
ꢀ
Do not finalize with this camcorder discs that
were not recorded using it.
IMPORTANT
ꢀ
Be sure to finalize the disc in normal room
NOTES
temperatures. If the procedure was not completed
correctly due to high temperature, let the camcorder
cool off before resuming operation.
The time required to complete the operation will
vary depending on the recording conditions and
the remaining free space on the disc.
ꢀ
Place the camcorder on a table or other stable
surface before starting the procedure. Subjecting
the camcorder even to slight impacts (for example to
place it on a table or to disconnect the AV cable)
after the finalization process started may result in
permanent data loss.
Restrictions after Disc Finalization
Additional
Recordings
Edit
Recordings
Initializing
the Disc
Unfinalizing
the Disc
DVD-R/DVD-R DL
in VIDEO mode
–
–
–
–
DVD-RW
in VIDEO mode
*
–
DVD-RW
in VR mode
–
* You will need to unfinalize the disc first.
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Finalizing the Disc
The length of the finalization process
depends on the scenes recorded and the
remaining free space on the disc.
Playing Back your Disc on a DVD Player
or a Computer’s DVD Drive
After finalizing the disc you can play it on
DVD players compatible with the type of
disc you used (DVD-R, DVD-R DL or
DVD-RW). For details about disc
POINTS TO CHECK
compatibility refer to the instruction
manual of the DVD player or DVD drive.
(
12)
ON A DVD PLAYER
1 Turn on the TV and DVD player.
2 Insert a finalized disc in the DVD
player.
3 Select the scene you want to play
from the index screen.
Power the camcorder using the compact
power adapter.
FUNC.
(
31)
FUNC.
MENU*
DISC OPERATIONS
FINALIZE
ON A cOMPUTER’S DVD DRIVE
1 Insert a finalized disc in the DVD
drive.
2 Run the DVD playback software.
• Refer also to the instruction manual
and help modules of your DVD
playback software.
• To view still images recorded on the
disc, close first any DVD playback
software that may be running.
FUNC. **
YES
* Only when using a DVD-RW recorded in VR
mode. With discs recorded in VIDEO mode,
pressing
FUNC.
will open the menu directly
on the setup menus screen.
NOTES
**During the disc finalization a progress bar is
displayed. Close the menu only after the
screen display returns to the [DISC
OPERATIONS] menu.
ꢀDVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode can
only be played on VR mode-compatible DVD
players.
ꢀDepending on your DVD device you may not
be able to play the disc.
ꢀThe resolution of Photomovie scenes will be
lower than that of the original still images.
ꢀIn order to play the disc on a computer you
need to have DVD playback software installed
and running. Also, in order to play back a
DVD-R DL you must have a DVD drive capable
of reading dual-layered DVD discs.
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POINTS TO CHECK
Unfinalizing the Disc -
Additional Recordings on a
Finalized Disc
(
12)
Power the camcorder using the compact
power adapter.
Unfinalize a disc to allow recording
additional movies on the disc even after it
was finalized.
Disc type:
DVD-RW • VIDEO mode
FUNC.
IMPORTANT
(
31)
ꢀ
Be sure to unfinalize the disc in normal room
temperatures. If the procedure was not completed
correctly due to high temperature, let the camcorder
cool off before resuming operation.
FUNC.
MENU
ꢀ
Place the camcorder on a table or other stable
DISC OPERATIONS
UNFINALIZE
YES
surface before starting the procedure. Subjecting
the camcorder even to slight impacts (for example to
place it on a table or to disconnect the AV cable)
after the unfinalization process started may result in
permanent data loss.
ꢀAlways power the camcorder using the
compact power adapter. The operation cannot
be started if the camcorder is powered only with
the battery pack.
ꢀAvoid the following actions while the
operation is in progress. Failing to do so can
interrupt the process and result in permanent
data loss.
FUNC. *
* During the disc unfinalization a progress bar
is displayed. Close the menu only after the
screen display returns to the [DISC
OPERATIONS] menu.
- Do not move the camcorder.
- Do not disconnect the compact power
adapter.
ꢀOnly discs that were finalized using this
camcorder can be unfinalized with it.
Discs that Can be Unfinalized
DVD-R/DVD-R DL
–
in VIDEO mode
DVD-RW
in VIDEO mode
–
You can record
DVD-RW
additional scenes even
in VR mode
without unfinalizing the
disc
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Connecting to a TV or VCR
External Connections
Connecting to
a
TV or VCR
Connecting to a TV or VCR
Connection Diagrams
AV Terminal
Sound from the built-in speaker will be
muted while the STV-250N stereo video
cable is connected to the camcorder.
Open the terminal
cover to access
Terminal on the
Camcorder
Terminal on the
Connected Device
Connecting Cable
1
Output connection (Signal Flow ) to a TV or VCR with AV Terminals.
Input connection (Signal Flow ) from a TV, VCR or other analog video source
with AV Terminals.
VIDEO
Yellow
AUDIO
L
White
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
Red
R
(Supplied)
81
Connecting to a TV or VCR
Playback on a TV Screen
POINTS TO CHECK
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video
Recorder
You can copy your recordings by
connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a
digital video device.
(
12)
Before connecting the camcorder, select
the [TV TYPE] setting according to the TV
set to which you will connect the
camcorder - [WIDE TV]: TV sets with 16:9
aspect ratio or [NORMAL TV]: TV sets
with 4:3 aspect ratio ( 51).
(
12)
Connecting
Connect the camcorder to the VCR
following the connection diagram shown
in the previous section Connection
Connecting
Diagrams (
80).
Connect the camcorder to the TV
following the connection diagram shown
in the previous section Connection
Recording
1 Connected device: Load a blank
cassette or disc and set the device
to record pause mode.
2 This camcorder: Locate the scene
you wish to copy and pause
playback shortly before the scene.
3 This camcorder: Resume the movie
playback.
4 Connected device: Begin recording
when the scene you wish to copy
appears. Stop recording when
copying is complete.
Diagrams (
80).
Playback
1 Turn on the camcorder and the
connected TV or VCR.
On a TV: Select as the video input the
same terminal to which you connected
the camcorder. On a VCR: Set the
input selector to the external video
input (usually labeled LINE IN).
2 Start the playback of the movies
(
39) or still images (
41).
5 This camcorder: Stop playback.
NOTES
NOTES
ꢀTurn off all the devices before starting the
connections.
ꢀWe recommend powering the camcorder
using the compact power adapter.
ꢀSound from the built-in speaker will be muted
while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is
connected to the camcorder.
ꢀWe recommend powering the camcorder
using the compact power adapter.
ꢀBy default, the on-screen displays will be
embedded in the output video signal, but you
can change the displays by repeatedly pressing
DISP.
(
63).
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Connecting to a TV or VCR
/
: Start recording/pause the
recording.
: Terminate the video input and return
mode.
Video Input Recording
You can input video from an analog video
source (VCR, TV, etc.) and record it on
the disc in the camcorder.
to
1 This camcorder: Change the
recording settings as necessary.
2 Connected device: Load the
recorded cassette or disc and start
playback.
(
12)
Connecting
Connect the camcorder to the analog
input source following the connection
diagram shown in the previous section
3 This camcorder: Select (
) the
icon. When the scene you wish to
record appears, press (
).
Connection Diagrams (
80).
Recording starts.
4 This camcorder: To pause the
recording, select ( and
press ( ).
In record pause mode, select (
and press ( ) to resume
recording.
Recording
)
FUNC.
)
(
31)
FUNC.
MENU*
LINE-IN MODE
TO STOP RECORDING
5 This camcorder: In record pause
mode, select (
).
)
and press
(
Press (
video input screen.
) to display the
6 Connected device: Stop the
playback.
* Only when using a DVD-RW recorded in VR
mode. With discs recorded in VIDEO mode,
IMPORTANT
FUNC.
pressing
will open the menu directly
on the setup menus screen.
ꢀVideo input that includes copyright signals
(for example, digital content designated as
“copy once” or copy protected) cannot be
recorded. The video input will be recorded
normally until the point a copyright signal is
detected.
ꢀDepending on the analog signal sent from the
connected device the input image may be
distorted or not be displayed at all (for example,
video input that includes anomalous signals
such as ghost signals).
FROM THE VIDEO INPUT SCREEN
NOTES
The following icons are displayed at the
bottom of the video input screen:
: Adjust the speaker volume (will not
affect the recording).
We recommend powering the camcorder with
the compact power adapter.
/
/
: Select the recording mode.
83
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to
a
Computer
Connecting to a Computer
PC Connection Diagrams
USB Terminal
Open the LCD panel to
access.
Terminal on the
Camcorder
Terminal on the
Connected Device
Connecting Cable
1
Output connection (Signal Flow ) to a PC or PictBridge compatible printer with an
USB port.
USB Cable (Supplied)
Transferring Recordings Using Windows
Explorer
Transferring Recordings
Windows users only:
You can transfer recordings (movies and
still images) from the disc to a computer
simply by connecting the camcorder with
the USB cable.
You can also install the supplied
software MyDVD for Canon to transfer
your recordings to the computer and
easily edit them.
POINTS TO CHECK
When transferring recordings from the disc to a
computer, the type of disc you can use depends
on the operating system installed on your
computer.
Operating System
(Preinstalled)
Can Transfer
Recordings from…
Windows 2000,
Windows Me,
Windows XP
Discs recorded in
VIDEO mode*
(all disc types)
Transferring Recordings Using Windows Explorer
Windows XP SP2
All disc types
VIDEO or VR mode
*
After installing MyDVD for Canon, you
will be able to transfer recordings also from DVD-
RW discs recorded in VR mode.
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Transferring Recordings Using MyDVD for Canon
1 Turn on the camcorder and set it to
mode.
2 Insert a finalized disc into the
camcorder.
3 Connect the camcorder to the
computer using the USB cable.
Refer to PC Connection Diagrams
Transferring Recordings Using
MyDVD for Canon
With the MyDVD for Canon software you
can transfer your recordings to a
computer and easily edit them. Please
note that with MyDVD for Canon you can
read 8 cm DVD-R DL discs, but the
software does not support writing on dual-
layered discs (neither with an external DL
drive nor with the camcorder itself).
For further details about using MyDVD for
Canon, refer also to the software’s tutorial
and help modules.
(
83).
4 Windows XP: From the Start menu,
select "My Computer".
Windows 2000/Windows Me: Double-
click on the desktop's "My Computer"
icon.
5 The camcorder will appear as an
additional drive. Right-click on the
drive icon that corresponds to the
camcorder and select "Open".
6 Select the files you want to transfer
and drag and drop them to the
destination folder on your computer
using Windows Explorer.
MyDVD for Canon
One-touch dubbing (Windows XP only)
Insert a blank DVD-R/-RW in your
computer’s DVD drive (with writing
capabilities), connect the camcorder and
with only pressing
(print/share
button), create a copy of your DVD you
can instantly share ( 87).
Refer also to the computer's
instruction manual.
Transfer recordings to your computer
You can transfer your recordings to edit
them on your computer ( 88).
Create a backup disc of your DVD
Transfer your recordings to the computer
and even if your computer does not have a
DVD drive with writing capabilities, use
your camcorder itself to create a copy of
your DVD ( 88)
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• North America
Web Based Service: http://support.roxio.com
Phone assistance: 866-279-7694 (toll free) or 905-482-5555 (Canada only), 9:00 A.M. to
6:00 P.M., U.S Pacific Time - excluding Weekend and Holidays
• Europe
Web Based Service:
Germany
http://www.roxio.com/en/support/de/emc/index.jhtml
France
http://www.roxio.com/en/support/fr/emc/index.jhtml
U.K
http://www.roxio.com/en/support/uk/
Phone assistance: Germany 0900-1735096; France 0892-460909; U.K 0906-7320288,
1:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M., GMT - excluding Weekend and Holidays
• China/Taiwan
Web Based Service:
http://www.sonictaiwan.com/support/techsupport.aspx
Phone assistance: 02-2658-8765 (Taiwan)
System Requirements
IMPORTANT
After installing MyDVD for Canon you will need an
• Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows Me,
Windows XP
• Minimum Hardware:
Pentium III 1 GHz or higher (1.5 GHz or
greater, recommended)
128 MB RAM (256 MB or greater,
recommended)
10 GB hard drive space (20 GB or
greater, recommended)
Video adapter and display supporting at
least 1024 x 768 resolution, 16 bit color
• Software Requirements:
Microsoft Windows Media Player 9 or
later
ꢀ
Internet connection to complete the user
registration. Without completing the online user
registration, you will not be able to use any of the
software’s functions.
ꢀ
For support concerning MyDVD for Canon:
Canon Inc. and the Canon related customer
support centers do not provide support
concerning MyDVD for Canon. For any
questions or technical issues regarding the
software, its installation and operation, please
contact directly Sonic Solutions customer
support representatives or access online the
Internet pages listed in the information box
above.
ꢀOperation may not work correctly depending
on the specifications and settings of your
computer.
• Internet connection (for user
registration).
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7 Click “Install” to begin the
installation.
8 When the “Setup Wizard
Completed” screen appears, click
“Finish”.
Installing MyDVD for Canon
1 Turn on the computer and start up
Windows.
2 Insert the Roxio MyDVD for Canon
Software CD-ROM into the
computer’s CD or DVD drive.
• The Setup Wizard will launch
automatically.
• If you do not have Windows Media
Player 9 or later installed, click “OK”
on the setup window that appears and
install the latest version of Windows
Media Player following the
instructions on the screen.
9 Read the latest “Readme” file and
click “Yes” to restart the computer.
Completing the User Registration
1 After the computer has restarted,
remove the Roxio MyDVD for
Canon Software CD-ROM from the
drive and double-click on the
desktop’s “MyDVD” icon
.
• If the Setup Wizard does not start
automatically:
2 Connect to the Internet to complete
the user registration online.
Without completing the online user
registration you will not be able to use
any of the software’s functions.
3 Click “Next” to start the
registration.
4 Enter the user information and
select your country/region from the
selection box.
5 Click on “Privacy Policy” to read
the terms. If you agree to the
terms, check the box “I have read
and agree to the terms of the
Privacy Policy” and click “Register
Now”.
Windows 2000/Me: Double-click
on the desktop’s “My Computer”
icon.
Windows XP: Form the Start
menu, select “My Computer”.
Right-click on the CD-ROM or
DVD drive where you inserted the
software disc and select “Open”.
Double-click on the “SETUP.EXE”
file. (Note that depending on the
computer’s settings the “.EXE”
suffix may not be displayed).
3 In the Setup Wizard screen click
“Next”.
4 Read the license agreement. If you
agree, select “I accept the terms in
the License Agreement” and click
“Next”.
After the user registration is
completed automatically, the initial
screen of MyDVD for Canon will be
displayed.
5 Enter the user information and
click “Next”.
The serial number will already be
filled in.
6 Click on the “Typical” installation.
You can also select “Custom” to
select the programs installed and the
installation folder, or “Complete” to
install all the program’s features.
NOTES
Depending on the speed of your Internet
connection, the user registration may take
some time.
If you cannot connect to the Internet the user
registration will not be completed. Without
completing the online user registration you will not
be able to use any of the software’s functions.
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2 Insert a brand new DVD-R or
Connecting the Camcorder
DVD-RW disc into the computer’s
DVD drive.
You need to install the software and
register online only the first time you
connect the camcorder to the computer.
From the second time on, just connect the
camcorder to the computer.
1 Connect the compact power adapter
to the camcorder.
2 Turn on the camcorder and set it to
mode.
• The
(print/share) button will light
up in blue.
• To make a copy of a disc recorded in
VR mode, be certain to insert a
DVD-RW disc into the computer’s DVD
drive.
3 Press
• The
.
button will flash while the
3 Connect the camcorder to the
computer using the USB cable.
Refer to PC Connection Diagrams
copying is in progress, and will go off
once the copy is completed.
• The copied disc will be finalized and
automatically ejected from the drive.
(
83).
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
ꢀDuring the following operations, even if you
connect the camcorder to the computer it will
not be recognized.
- Deleting all scenes
- Protecting the disc
ꢀDVD-R/RW discs can be copied to 12 cm or 8
cm DVD-R/RW discs. DVD-R DL discs can only
be copied to 12 cm DVD-R/RW discs.
ꢀIf you did not complete the online user
registration beforehand, you will not be able to
use One-Touch Dubbing.
ꢀOperation may not work properly if you
connect more than one Canon camcorder to the
computer at the same time.
- Setting the disc title
- Initializing the disc
- Finalizing or Unfinalizing the disc
ꢀCheck the orientation of the USB cable and
make sure you connect it properly.
ꢀIf you use discs other than the recommended
DVD discs you may get an error message on
the computer indicating that the disc cannot be
read or that the camcorder is not ready.
NOTES
ꢀ
If the operation is interrupted:
“OPERATION CANCELED” will be displayed on
the camcorder’s screen. The message
disappears when you remove the disc or run
MyDVD for Canon.
ꢀWhen the DISC access indicator is on or
flashing do not perform the following actions.
Doing so may result in permanent data loss.
- Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or
strong impacts.
NOTES
DVD copies and DVD backup discs created
with MyDVD for Canon cannot be unfinalized
using the camcorder.
One-Touch Dubbing (Windows XP only)
- Do not open the disc cover and do not remove
the disc.
- Do not disconnect the USB cable.
- Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer.
POINTS TO CHECK
ꢀThis function requires a computer equipped
with a DVD drive with writing capabilities.
ꢀIf MyDVD for Canon is running, close the
program first.
- Do not change the position of the
switch or the operating mode.
/
ꢀYou need to have DVD playback software
installed in your computer in order to play the
disc.
1 Insert the finalized disc you wish to
copy into the camcorder.
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ꢀWe recommend powering the camcorder
using the compact power adapter while it is
connected to the computer.
ꢀRefer also to the computer’s instruction
manual.
ꢀFor further details about restrictions when
using MyDVD for Canon, refer also to the
“README” section in the software’s help
modules.
ꢀPhotomovie scenes created on a disc
initialized in VIDEO mode cannot be transferred
to the computer using MyDVD for Canon.
ꢀIf you create Photomovie scenes on a DVD-
RW initialized in VR mode, you will not be able
to transfer any recordings to the computer using
MyDVD for Canon.
3 Click on the “DVD-Video” option in
the New Project tab.
4 Check that the DISC access lamp is
not on or flashing and click on the
“Open Disc” icon.
5 Click on the “Import” button.
Thumbnails of the imported scenes
and still images will be displayed in the
video project screen.
6 Click “OK”.
7 To save the project, click on “Save
Project” from the Project Tasks
palette.
The scenes and still images displayed
in the main screen will be saved.
ꢀDepending on the number and length of the
scenes recorded, the One-Touch Dubbing may
take some time.
IMPORTANT
ꢀIn the following cases, the
button will
not light up in step 2 and you cannot use the
One-Touch Dubbing function:
- The online user registration was not
completed correctly.
- MyDVD for Canon is still running.
- A finalized disc is not inserted in the
camcorder.
- A brand new disc is not inserted in the
computer’s DVD drive.
- The disc in the camcorder is a DVD-RW
recorded in VR mode but the disc in the
computer’s DVD drive is a DVD-R disc.
- The disc in the computer’s DVD-drive is a
DVD-R DL disc.
ꢀPhotomovie scenes created on a disc
initialized in VIDEO mode cannot be transferred
to the computer using MyDVD for Canon.
ꢀIf you create Photomovie scenes on a DVD-
RW initialized in VR mode, you will not be able
to transfer any recordings to the computer using
MyDVD for Canon.
Creating Backup Copies of your DVD
1 Insert a finalized disc into the
camcorder.
2 Run MyDVD for Canon.
3 Click on the “Make a Backup DVD”
option in the New Project tab.
4 Select the camcorder as the “Device
to read from”.
5 Select the computer’s DVD drive
(with writing capabilities) as the
“Device to write to”.
ꢀIf none of the previous applies but the
button still does not light up, look for the
in the computer’s desktop toolbar. If
icon
does
not appear, disconnect the USB cable from
both, the camcorder and the computer. Restart
the computer and turn the camcorder off and
then on again. Then, connect the camcorder to
the computer again.
If your computer is not equipped with a
DVD drive with writing capabilities,
select the camcorder also as the
“Device to write to”.
Transferring Recordings to the Computer
1 Insert the source disc into the
camcorder.
You can use any disc regardless of
whether it is finalized or not.
2 Run MyDVD for Canon.
6 Check that the DISC access lamp is
not on or flashing and click on the
“Copy” button.
7 Follow the indications on the
screen.
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If you selected the camcorder itself as
the “Device to write to”, after the
camcorder finishes reading the
original disc, remove it and insert a
brand new DVD-R or DVD-RW disc
into the camcorder.
need to connect the camcorder to the
computer to transfer images.
1 Install the supplied Digital Video
Software.
Refer to the installation guide
(separate leaflet included with the
CD-ROM).
8 When the “Your disc was created
successfully” screen appears, click
“OK”.
2 Set the camcorder to
mode.
The copied disc will be finalized and
automatically ejected from the drive.
3 Connect the camcorder to the
computer using the USB cable.
See Connecting the Camcorder to a
Computer in the Digital Video
Software instruction manual
(electronic version on PDF file).
4 Set the auto-launch setting.
• See Starting CameraWindow
(Windows) or Auto-downloading
(Macintosh) in the Digital Video
Software instruction manual (electronic
version on PDF file).
IMPORTANT
ꢀTo make a copy of a disc recorded in VR
mode, be certain to insert a DVD-RW disc into
the computer’s DVD drive.
ꢀThe software does not support writing on
DVD-R DL discs.
ꢀAlways use a brand new disc as the target
disc in the computer’s DVD drive or the
camcorder.
ꢀIf you are using a computer’s DVD drive to
make the backup copy you can also use a fully
erased DVD-RW disc. To fully erase a DVD-RW
disc you will need DVD authoring software.
ꢀWhen you are using a DVD-RW disc as the
source disc, if the tray of a DVD drive other than
that selected in step 5 opens when you need to
insert the target disc, some recordings on the
source disc may be lost. Click on “Cancel” and
restart the computer.
• The direct transfer menu appears on
the camcorder screen and the
button lights up.
IMPORTANT
ꢀCorrect performance cannot be guaranteed
for discs recorded on another digital device and
inserted in this camcorder.
ꢀWhen the DISC or CARD access indicator is
on or flashing do not perform the following
actions. Doing so may result in permanent data
loss.
- Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or
strong impacts.
- Do not open the disc cover/memory card slot
cover and do not remove the disc or memory
card.
Transferring Still Images - Direct
Transfer
With the supplied USB cable and Digital
Video Software you can transfer still
images to a computer. With the
- Do not disconnect the USB cable.
- Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer.
you can do so simply by pressing
.
- Do not change the position of the
switch or the operating mode.
/
Preparations
ꢀOperation may not work correctly depending
on the software and the specifications/settings
of your computer.
ꢀIf you wish to use the image files on your
computer, make copies of them first, and use
the copied file, retaining the original.
The first time you connect the camcorder
to the computer, you need to install the
software and set the auto-launch setting.
From the second time on, you will only
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ꢀDuring the following operations, even if you
connect the camcorder to the computer it will
not be recognized.
- Protecting the disc
- Initializing the disc
- Finalizing or Unfinalizing the disc
- Erasing all still images from the disc or card
- Copying still images between the disc and
card
- Erasing all transfer orders
- Erasing all print orders
Open the LCD panel
NOTES
ꢀWe recommend powering the camcorder
using the compact power adapter while it is
connected to the computer.
(print/share) button
ꢀRefer also to the computer’s instruction
manual.
ꢀUsers of Windows XP and Mac OS X:
Your camcorder is equipped with the standard
Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) allowing you to
download still images (JPEG only) by simply
connecting the camcorder to a computer via
USB cable without installing the software from
the DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK.
AUTOMATIC TRANSFER OPTIONS
Transferring Images
When you select [
ALL IMAGES],
[
NEW IMAGES] or [ TRANSFER
[
ALL IMAGES]
Transfers all images to the computer.
NEW IMAGES]
ORDERS], all the relevant still images will
be transferred to the computer in one
batch and their thumbnails will be
displayed on the computer.
[
Transfers only those images that have not
yet been transferred to the computer.
Select (
press
) a transfer option and
.
[
TRANSFER ORDERS]
Transfers images with transfer orders to
the computer. Transfer orders ( 91) are
1 Select (
press (
) a transfer option and
).
only available for images recorded on the
memory card.
2 In the confirmation screen, select
) [OK] and press ( ).
(
[
SELECT & TRANSFER]
Allows you to select the still image you
want to transfer to the computer.
• The camcorder returns to the transfer
menu once the transfer is complete.
[
WALLPAPER]
• To cancel the transfer, select (
)
Allows you to select the still image you
want to transfer and set it as your
computer’s desktop background.
[CANCEL] and press (
FUNC.
) or press
.
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MANUAL TRANSFER OPTIONS
Transfer Orders
From the still images on the memory
card, you can mark in advance the
images you want to transfer to the
When you select [
TRANSFER] or [
SELECT &
WALLPAPER] you
can select the images you want to
transfer one by one.
computer as transfer orders. You can set
transfer orders for up to 998 still images.
1 Select (
press
2 Select (
transfer and press
) a transfer option and
.
) the image you want to
Selecting Still Images to Transfer
(Transfer Order)
.
The
button will flash while the
Do not connect the USB cable to the
camcorder while setting the transfer
orders.
images are being transferred.
1 Select (
press (
) a transfer option and
).
(
12)
2 Select (
) the image you want to
).
transfer and press (
FUNC.
(
31)
• [ SELECT & TRANSFER]: The
selected image is transferred and
displayed on the computer. To
FUNC.
TRANSFER ORDER
continue transferring, select (
another image.
• [ WALLPAPER]: The selected
image is transferred to the computer
and displayed as the desktop’s
background.
)
Press (
)
: The image selection screen
appears.
FROM THE IMAGE SELECTION SCREEN
1 Select (
) the still image you
FUNC.
• Press
menu.
to return to the transfer
want to mark with a transfer order.
2 Press (
) to set the transfer order.
appears in the box
next to the transfer order symbol
Press ( ) again to cancel the
transfer order.
A checkmark
NOTES
.
ꢀ
You can press (
) to transfer the
images, instead of
. The operation is
identical to that described for the
3 Repeat steps 1-2 to mark additional
images with transfer orders or
FUNC.
.
ꢀWhen the camcorder is connected to the
computer and the image selection screen is
press
menu.
twice to close the
FUNC.
displayed, press
menu.
to return to the transfer
ꢀEven when still images recorded on the disc
are correctly transferred to the computer, they
will still be marked as images not yet
transferred (“NEW IMAGES”).
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Connecting to a Printer
Connecting to
a
Printer
Erasing All Transfer Orders
Connecting to a Printer
(
12)
Printing Still Images - Direct Print
FUNC.
The camcorder can be connected to any
PictBridge compatible printer. From the still
images on the memory card, you can mark
in advance the images you want to print and
set the desired number of copies as a print
(
31)
FUNC.
MENU
order (
96).
STILL IMG OPER.
ORD.ALL ERASE
Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the CP,
DS and ES series and PIXMA printers
marked with the PictBridge logo.
FUNC.
YES
Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer
(
12)
1 Insert the memory card or disc
containing the still images you want
to print.
2 Turn on the printer.
3 Select as the media for the still
images, the media from where you
want to print the images.
4 Connect the camcorder to the
printer using the supplied USB
cable. Refer to PC Connection
Diagrams ( 83).
•
•
appears and changes to
.
The (print/share) button
lights up and the current print settings
will be displayed for approx. 6
seconds.
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Printing with the
Share) Button
(Print/
IMPORTANT
ꢀIf
continues to flash (for more than 1
You can print a still image without
changing the settings simply by pressing
.
minute) or if
does not appear, the camcorder
is not correctly connected to the printer. In such
case, disconnect the USB cable and turn off the
camcorder and the printer. After a short while,
turn them on again, set the camcorder to
mode and restore the connection.
ꢀDuring the following operations, even if you
connect a printer to the camcorder it will not be
recognized.
- Deleting all scenes
- Protecting the disc
- Setting the disc title
- Initializing the disc
1 Select (
wish to print.
2 Press
) the still image you
.
• Printing starts. The
flashes and stays on when the printing
is completed.
• To continue printing, select (
another still image.
button
- Finalizing or Unfinalizing the disc
- Erasing all still images from the disc or card
- Copying still images between the disc and
card
)
- Erasing all transfer orders
- Erasing all print orders
ꢀCorrect performance cannot be guaranteed
when printing images from a disc recorded on
another digital device and inserted in this
camcorder.
Selecting the Print Settings
You can select the number of copies and
other settings for printing. The setting
options vary depending on your printer
model.
NOTES
ꢀ
will appear for images that cannot be
printed.
Trimming settings* (
96)
ꢀWe recommend powering the camcorder
using the compact power adapter.
ꢀRefer also to the printer’s instruction manual.
Paper settings
Current paper settings (paper size,
paper type and page layout)
Number of copies
Print effect
Date printing
*
only. This button does not appear on
the print settings screen of the
.
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Options
[
] (Date print)
Select [ON], [OFF] or [DEFAULT].
[ ] (Print Effect)
[PAPER]
[
PAPER SIZE]
Available paper sizes vary depending on
the printer model.
The print effect can be used with printers
compatible with the Image Optimize
function to achieve higher quality prints.
Select [ON], [OFF] or [DEFAULT].
Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS printers: You can
also select [VIVID], [NR] and [VIVID+NR].
[
PAPER TYPE]
Select [PHOTO], [FAST PHOTO] or
[DEFAULT].
[
] (Number of Copies)
[
PAGE LAYOUT]
Select [DEFAULT] or one of the following
available page layouts.
Select 1-99 copies.
[BORDERED]: Prints the whole image
area almost exactly as the recorded still
image.
[BORDERLESS]: Enlarges the center
portion of the still image to fit the width/
height ratio of the selected paper size. The
top, bottom and sides of the still image
may be slightly trimmed out.
NOTES
Print setting options and [DEFAULT] settings
vary depending on the printer model. For
details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
[2-UP], [4-UP], [8-UP], [9-UP], [16-UP]:
Prints multiple small copies of the same
still image on one sheet of paper.
Printing Multiple Images on the Same Sheet
When using Canon printers you can print the same still image multiple times on the
same sheet of paper. Use the following table as a guideline for the recommended
[
PAGE LAYOUT] settings depending on the [
PAPER SIZE] setting.
[
PAPER SIZE]→
[CREDITCARD]
[9 x 13 cm]
[10 x 14.8 cm]
[A4]
Canon Printer
↓
PIXMA
SELPHY DS
-
-
2-, 4-, 9-
[4-UP]
or [16-UP]1
SELPHY CP
SELPHY ES
2-, 4- or [8-UP]2
2-, 4- or [8-UP]3
2- or [4-UP]
2- or [4-UP]
2- or [4-UP]
2- or [4-UP]
-
-
1
2
You can also use the special sticker sheets.
When you use the wide-sized photo paper with the [DEFAULT] setting, you can also use [2-UP]
or [4-UP].
3
With the [8-UP] setting, you can also use the special sticker sheets.
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Printing after Changing the Print Settings
PRINTING ERRORS
If an error occurs during the printing process, an
error message appears (
105).
- Canon’s PictBridge compatible printers:
Resolve the error. When printing does not
resume automatically, select [CONTINUE] and
press
select [STOP], press
. If [CONTINUE] cannot be selected,
and retry printing.
Refer also to the printer’s instruction manual for
details.
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press (
) to display it.
- If the error still persists and printing does not
restart, disconnect the USB cable and turn off
the camcorder and the printer. After a short
while, turn them on again, set the camcorder to
mode and restore the connection.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
• The print settings menu appears.
• Depending on the printer, the
.
message “BUSY” may appear before
the camcorder displays the print
settings menu.
WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED PRINTING
Disconnect the cable from the camcorder and
printer and turn off the camcorder.
3 In the print settings menu, select
(
,
) the setting you want to
change and press
.
IMPORTANT
4 Select (
) the desired setting
option and press
.
ꢀThe following still images may not be
correctly printed with a PictBridge compatible
printer.
- Images created or changed on a computer
and transferred to the memory card.
- Images recorded with the camcorder but
edited on a computer.
- Images whose file names were changed.
- Images copied from the memory card to the
disc.
- Images not recorded with this camcorder.
ꢀObserve the following precautions during
printing:
5 Select (
,
) [PRINT] and press
.
• Printing starts. The print settings
menu disappears when the printing is
completed.
• To continue printing, select another
still image.
TO CANCEL THE PRINTING
Press
while 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.
- Do not turn off the camcorder or the printer.
- Do not change the position of the
switch.
/
- Do not disconnect the USB cable.
- Do not remove the disc or memory card.
ꢀIf the message “BUSY” does not disappear,
disconnect the USB cable and restore the
connection after a short while.
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Connecting to a Printer
ꢀThe trimming setting applies only to one
image.
ꢀThe trimming setting is canceled in the
following cases:
- When you turn off the camcorder.
- When you disconnect the USB cable.
- When you expand the trimming frame beyond
its maximum size.
Trimming Settings
Set the paper size and page layout before
changing the trimming settings.
1 In the print settings menu (
93),
select (
press (
,
).
) [TRIMMING] and
- When you change the [PAPER SIZE] setting.
ꢀYou may not be able to set the trimming
settings for a still image not recorded with this
camcorder.
The trimming frame appears.
Print Orders
2 Change the size of the trimming
frame.
From the still images on the memory
card, you can mark in advance the
images you want to print and set the
desired number of copies as a print order.
These print order settings are compatible
with the Digital Print Order Format
(DPOF) standards and can be used for
printing on DPOF compatible printers
• Move the zoom lever toward T to
shrink the frame, and toward W to
enlarge it. Press (
) to change the
orientation of the frame (portrait/
landscape).
• To cancel the trimming settings,
move the zoom lever toward W until
the trimming frame disappears.
(
92). Up to 998 still images can be
selected.
Selecting Still Images for Printing
(Print Order)
POINTS TO CHECK
Do not connect the USB cable to the
camcorder while setting the print orders.
3 Move (
frame.
,
) the trimming
4 After setting the trimming frame,
(
12)
FUNC.
press
to return to the print
menu.
FUNC.
(
31)
NOTES
ꢀAbout the color of the trimming frame:
- White: No trimming settings.
- Green: Recommended trimming size. (The
trimming frame may not appear in green
depending on the image size, paper size or
borders settings.)
FUNC.
PRINT ORDER
Press (
)
: The image selection screen
appears.
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Connecting to a Printer
FUNC.
2 Press
, select (
) the
FROM THE IMAGE SELECTION SCREEN
icon and press (
setup menus.
) to open the
1 Select (
) the still image you
want to mark with a print order.
3 Select (
).
• The print settings menu appears.
) [
PRINT] and press
2 Press (
) to set the print order.
The number of copies appears in
orange in the box next to the print
(
• The error message “SET
ORDER” appears if you connect a
printer with direct print function and
PRINT
order symbol
3 Set ( ) the number of copies
desired and press ( ).
.
select [
any print orders beforehand.
4 Select ( ) [PRINT] and press
).
PRINT] without having set
To cancel the print order, set (
number of copies to 0.
4 Repeat steps 1-3 to mark additional
images with print orders or press
) the
,
(
Printing starts. The print settings menu
disappears when the printing is
completed.
FUNC.
twice to close the menu.
Erasing All Print Orders
NOTES
(
12)
ꢀDepending on the connected printer, you can
change some print settings before step 4
FUNC.
(
ꢀ
ꢀ
93).
(
31)
Cancel Printing/Printing Errors
Restarting Printing: Open the print menu as
(
95).
explained in steps 1-3 above. In the print
settings menu, select [RESUME] and press
FUNC.
MENU
(
). The remaining images will be printed.
STILL IMG OPER.
ORD.ALL ERASE
YES
Printing cannot be restarted when the print
order settings have been changed or if you
deleted a still image with print order settings.
FUNC.
Printing the Still Images Marked with Print
Orders
PRINT
FUNC.
(
31)
1 Connect the camcorder to the
printer using the supplied USB
cable. Refer to PC Connection
Diagrams (
83).
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Trouble?
Additional Information
Trouble?
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
Solution
• Camcorder will not turn on.
• The camcorder switches off
by itself.
Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.
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• The disc compartment cover
will not open.
Attach the battery pack correctly.
• LCD/viewfinder switches on
and off.
The charge indicator flashes
rapidly (approx. twice per
second)
Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or
the battery pack is faulty.
–
• Battery pack will not charge.
• The charge indicator flashes 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F).
in an irregular manner.
Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 0 °C and
–
–
Battery packs become hot with use and may not charge. When
the battery pack is outside the charging temperature range, the
CHG (charge) indicator will flash irregularly. The charging will
start once the battery pack temperature is below 40 °C (104 °F).
The battery pack is damaged. Use a different battery pack.
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Recording/Playback
Problem
Solution
Turn on the camcorder.
Load a disc.
Buttons will not work.
–
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–
Abnormal characters appear on Disconnect the power source and reconnect it after a short time.
the screen. The camcorder
does not operate properly.
If the problem still persists, disconnect the power source and
press the RESET button with a pointed item. Pressing the
RESET button resets all settings.
“
“
” flashes on the screen.
” flashes on the screen.
The wireless
Load a disc.
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Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.
Set [WL.REMOTE] to [ON].
controller will not work.
The battery of the wireless controller is exhausted. Replace the
battery.
Video noise appears on screen. When using the camcorder in a room where a plasma TV is
located, keep a distance between the camcorder and the
plasma TV.
–
–
Video noise appears on the TV When using the camcorder close to devices that emit strong
screen.
electromagnetic fields (plasma TVs, cellular phones, etc.), keep
a distance between the camcorder and these devices.
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Trouble?
Problem
Solution
Even without a disc loaded,
when closing the disc
compartment cover a motor
sound can be heard.
The camcorder is checking if a disc is loaded or not. This is not a
malfunction.
–
–
The disc cannot be ejected.
Turn off the camcorder, disconnect the compact power adapter
and remove the battery pack. Restore the power supply and try
again.
The camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature. Turn
off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use.
The disc cannot be recognized. The disc is dirty. Clean the disc with a soft lens-cleaning cloth. If 108
the problem persists replace the disc.
The disc is not correctly loaded. Check the disc.
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Verify that the camcorder supports the type of DVD disc you
inserted.
The camcorder vibrates.
Depending on the condition of the disc, the camcorder might
vibrate occasionally. This is not a malfunction.
–
–
• The disc’s rotation can be
faintly heard.
The disc is activated from time to time. This is not a malfunction.
• Occasionally the operation
sound can be heard.
After using the camcorder for a This is not a malfunction. Turn the camcorder off and let it cool
long time, “ ” lights up in red. for a while before resuming operation.
–
–
“
” flashes red on the
The camcorder malfunctions. Consult a Canon Service Center.
screen.
Recording
Problem
Solution
Image will not appear on the
screen.
Set the camcorder to
.
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“SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE Set the time zone, date and time.
AND TIME” appears on the
screen.
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and time.
Pressing the start/stop button
will not start recording.
Set the camcorder to
.
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Load a recommended disc.
The disc is full (“
recordings (DVD-RW in VR mode) to free some space or
replace the disc.
END” flashes on the screen). Delete some
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The camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature. Turn
off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use.
–
Remove the disc protection.
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Unfinalize the disc (DVD-RW in VIDEO mode).
Even after stopping recording,
the disc access indicator does
not go off.
The scene or still image is being recorded on the disc. This is
not a malfunction.
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Trouble?
Problem
Solution
The point where the start/stop
button was pressed does not
There is a slight interval between pressing the start/stop button
and the actual start of the recording on the disc. This is not a
–
match the beginning/end of the malfunction.
recording.
The recording suddenly stops
The disc is dirty. Clean the disc with a soft lens-cleaning cloth. If 108
shortly after starting recording. the problem persists replace the disc.
The camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature. Turn
–
off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use.
Autofocus does not work on that subject. Focus manually.
Adjust the viewfinder with the dioptric adjustment lever.
Camcorder will not focus.
Sound is distorted.
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Lens is dirty. Clean the lens with a soft lens-cleaning cloth.
Never use tissue paper to clean the lens.
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When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks or
concerts), sound may become distorted. This is not a
malfunction.
–
A vertical light bar appears on
the screen.
Bright light in a dark scene may cause a vertical light bar
(smear) to appear. This is not a malfunction.
–
Viewfinder picture is blurred.
Adjust the viewfinder with the dioptric adjustment lever.
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Playback/Editing
Problem
Solution
Pressing the playback button
does not start playback.
Load a disc.
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–
Set the camcorder to
.
You may not be able to play with this camcorder, discs recorded
or edited with other DVD recorders or computer DVD drives.
If using a single-sided disc, check that the disc is inserted with
the label side facing up.
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–
The camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature. Turn
off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use.
• During playback there is
video noise and the sound is
distorted.
The disc is dirty. Clean the disc with a soft lens-cleaning cloth.
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–
You may not be able to play with the camcorder discs recorded
or edited with other DVD recorders or computer DVD drives.
• The disc cannot be read.
Cannot add scenes to the
playlist.
The disc is full (“
recordings to free some space.
END” flashes on the screen). Delete some
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You cannot add more than 999 scenes to the playlist.
Remove the disc protection.
–
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–
Cannot divide the scene.
You cannot edit or delete scenes on a disc that was protected in
another digital device.
You cannot divide the scene if there are already 999 scenes on
the disc.
–
–
You cannot divide the scene if it is too short (1 second or less).
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Trouble?
Problem
Solution
Cannot edit the disc title.
You cannot add a title to a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc after it was
finalized.
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Unfinalize the disc first (DVD-RW in VIDEO mode).
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–
You may not be able to edit the title if you entered it with another
digital device.
Remove the disc protection.
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Cannot create a Photomovie
scene.
The disc is full (“
END” flashes on the screen). Delete some
recordings (DVD-RW in VR mode) to free some space.
Cannot edit or delete scenes.
Remove the disc protection.
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–
You cannot edit or delete scenes on a disc that was protected
with another digital device.
Scenes cannot be deleted in a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc or a
DVD-RW disc recorded in VIDEO mode.
–
Cannot finalize the disc.
You cannot finalize a disc (DVD-R/DVD-R DL or DVD-RW)
recorded in VIDEO mode if it contains only still images. Record
at least one scene before finalizing the disc.
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The camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature. Turn
off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use.
–
No sound from the built-in
speaker.
Open the LCD panel.
–
Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume with the joystick
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and joystick guide in
mode.
Playing Back the Disc in an External DVD Device
External DVD device refers to DVD players, DVD recorders, computer’s DVD drives
and other digital devices.
Problem
Solution
There is a brief stop between
scenes.
Depending on the DVD player, there might be a very short stop
between scenes during playback.
–
Disc is running, but image will
not appear on the TV screen.
The video input on the TV is not set to the video terminal to
which you connected the camcorder. Select the correct video
input.
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You attempted to play back or dub an incompatible disc. Stop
playback/dubbing.
–
The disc cannot be recognized The disc is dirty. Clean the disc with a soft lens-cleaning cloth.
by the device. Or, even though
The disc has not been finalized.
the disc is read, cannot play
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back the disc or the picture is
distorted.
DVD-RW discs in VR mode can only be played back with VR
mode-compatible DVD players. Refer to the instruction manual
of your DVD device.
Cannot edit my recordings or
add recordings to the disc with DVD recorder on a disc recorded with this camcorder.
the DVD device.
It may not be possible to edit or add recordings with an external
–
–
When writing on a disc in this
camcorder recordings
The camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature. Turn
off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use.
transferred from a computer, an
error message appears.
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Trouble?
Memory Card Operation
Problem
Solution
Memory card cannot be
inserted.
Memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the
memory card over and reinsert it.
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Memory card cannot be
recorded.
Memory card is full. Erase still images to free some space or
replace the memory card.
Memory card was not initialized. Initialize the memory card.
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The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value.
Set [FILE NOS.] to [RESET] and insert a new memory card.
Memory card cannot be played Insert a memory card.
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back.
Set the camcorder to
.
Make sure the memory card is selected as the media for still
images.
Image cannot be erased.
” flashes in red.
Image is protected. Cancel the protection.
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“
Card error occurred. Turn off the camcorder. Remove and
reinsert the memory card. Initialize the memory card if flashing
persists.
Printing
Problem
Solution
The printer is not operating
even though the camcorder
and printer are correctly
connected.
Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder and the
printer. After a short while, turn them on again, set the
–
camcorder to
mode and restore the connection.
List of Messages
Message
Explanation
SET THE TIME ZONE,
DATE AND TIME
You have not set the time zone, date and time. This message
appears each time you turn the power on until you set the time
zone, date and time.
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CHANGE THE BATTERY
PACK
Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.
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CANNOT ENTER THE
The camcorder cannot enter the Quick Start standby mode while
STANDBY MODE NOW the disc is being recognized after first inserting it or if the remaining
battery charge is too low.
UNABLE TO RECOGNIZE
THE RECORDING MODE
OF THE DISC
The disc may not be recognized by this camcorder if it was
initialized with a different device.
–
–
You inserted a disc recorded in a different Television System (PAL
or SECAM).
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Trouble?
Message
Explanation
The camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature.
• TEMPERATURE TOO
–
HIGH CANNOT RECORD Disconnect the compact power adapter and remove the battery and
• TEMPERATURE TOO
HIGH CANNOT REMOVE
DISC
let the camcorder cool down before resuming use.
CANNOT RECORD
CHECK THE DISC
There is a problem with the disc. Replace the disc.
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This message can also appear if condensation has formed. Wait
until the camcorder dries completely before resuming use.
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The disc’s recording surface may be dirty or scratched.
–
REACHED THE MAXIMUM The maximum number of scenes has been reached. Delete some
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NUMBER OF SCENES
recordings (DVD-RW in VR mode) to free some space or replace
the disc.
CANNOT PLAY DISC
The disc is dirty or you attempted to play back a disc type not
supported (not DVD-R/RW).
–
This message can also appear if condensation has formed. Wait
until the camcorder dries completely before resuming use.
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CANNOT EDIT DISC
There are no scenes to edit or the recording is damaged.
–
This message can also appear if condensation has formed. Wait
until the camcorder dries completely before resuming use.
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CANNOT DIVIDE THE
SCENE
Photomovie scenes cannot be divided.
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–
You may not be able to divide very short scenes.
Scenes cannot be divided when the disc already contains 999
scenes.
–
You may not be able to further divide scenes shorter than 5
seconds that were created by dividing a previous scene.
–
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PLEASE USE ONLY THE
RECOMMENDED DISCS
The dual-layered disc you inserted cannot be used with this
camcorder.
DISC IS FINALIZED
CANNOT RECORD
You cannot record additional scenes on a finalized DVD-R/
DVD-R DL disc.
–
You cannot record additional scenes or unfinalize a DVD-RW disc
in VIDEO mode that was finalized with another digital device.
–
UNFINALIZE THE DISC
DISC IS PROTECTED
You cannot record additional scenes or convert still images to a
Photomovie scene on a finalized DVD-RW in VIDEO mode.
Unfinalize the disc first.
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The disc is protected. Replace the disc or remove the disc
protection.
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CANNOT READ THE DISC Disc could not be read. Try cleaning it or replace the disc.
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CHECK THE DISC
This message can also appear if the camcorder has exceeded its
operational temperature. Turn off the camcorder and let it cool
down before resuming use.
This message can also appear if condensation has formed. Wait
until the camcorder dries completely before resuming use.
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The disc may not be loaded correctly. Try removing the disc and
reinserting it.
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Trouble?
Message
Explanation
• ACCESS ERROR
• DISC ACCESS FAILURE
CHECK THE DISC
There was an error when reading the disc or attempting to write
onto it. Try cleaning the disc or replace it.
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This message can also appear if condensation has formed. Wait
until the camcorder dries completely before resuming use.
The disc may not be loaded correctly. Try removing the disc and
reinserting it.
DISC COVER IS OPEN
NO DISC
Verify the disc is correctly inserted and close the disc cover.
No disc is loaded. Insert a disc.
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This message can also appear if condensation has formed. Wait
until the camcorder dries completely before resuming use.
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LOADING THE DISC
The disc is being read. Wait before you start recording.
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–
AVOID MOVING THE
CAMCORDER
Try not to move the camcorder while the image is being recorded.
UNABLE TO RECOVER
DATA
Could not recover a corrupted file.
–
This message can also appear if condensation has formed. If you
suspect condensation is the reason, do not initialize the disc and
wait until the camcorder dries completely before resuming use.
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DISC FULL
The disc is full (“
recordings (DVD-RW in VR mode) to free some space or replace
the disc.
END” flashes on the screen). Delete some
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TASK IN PROGRESS
DO NOT DISCONNECT
THE POWER SOURCE
The camcorder is updating important file allocation data on the disc.
Do not disconnect the compact power adapter or remove the
battery pack.
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NO CARD
Memory card not is inserted into the camcorder.
No images are recorded on the memory card.
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–
NO IMAGES
CARD ERROR
A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record or
display the image.
–
If the message disappears after 4 seconds and “ ” flashes red,
turn the camcorder off, remove the card and reinsert the card. If
“
” changes to green, you can continue recording/playback.
CARD FULL
Memory card is full. Erase some images to free some space or
replace the memory card.
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–
THE CAMCORDER IS SET You pressed the Start/Stop button while recording still images
TO STILL IMAGE MODE
(
mode).
NAMING ERROR
The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value.
Set the [FILE NOS.] option to [RESET] and initialize the disc or
memory card, erase all the images on the memory card or replace
the disc.
–
OPERATION CANCELED
There was a problem with the disc or memory card while copying
still images between them.
–
TRANSFER ORDER
ERROR
You attempted to set more than 998 transfer orders.
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Trouble?
Message
Explanation
TOO MANY STILL IMAGES Disconnect the USB cable and decrease the number of still images
DISCONNECT USB CABLE on the memory card or disc to less than 1800. Images cannot be
erased from a DVD-R/DVD-R DL or DVD-RW disc recorded in
VIDEO mode.
If a dialog appeared on the computer screen, close it and then
reconnect the USB cable.
COPYRIGHT PROTECTED You attempted to record copyright-protected contents.
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DUBBING RESTRICTED
May also appear when an anomalous signal is received while
recording form the analog video input.
Direct Print Related Messages
NOTES
About Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS Printers: If the printer’s error indicator flashes or an error message
appears on the printer’s operation panel, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
Message
Explanation
PAPER ERROR
There is a problem with the paper. The paper is not correctly loaded or the
paper size is wrong.
Alternatively, if the paper output tray is closed, open it to print.
NO PAPER
PAPER JAM
Paper is not correctly inserted or there is no paper.
The paper jammed during printing. Select [STOP] to cancel printing. After
removing the paper, set some paper again and retry printing.
INK ERROR
NO INK
There is a problem with the ink.
The ink cartridge is not inserted or is out of ink.
LOW INK LEVEL
The ink cartridge needs to be replaced soon. Select [CONTINUE] to restart
printing.
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.
• FILE ERROR
You attempted to print an image that was recorded with another
• CANNOT PRINT!
camcorder, with a different compression, or was edited on a computer.
COULD NOT PRINT X
IMAGES
You attempted to use the print order settings to print X images that were
recorded with another camcorder, with a different compression or were
edited on a computer.
SET PRINT ORDER
No still image on the memory card has been marked with a
print order.
PRINT ORDER ERROR You attempted to set more than 998 still images in the print order.
CANNOT TRIM
You attempted to trim an image that was recorded with another camcorder.
You changed the print style after you set the trimming settings.
READJUST TRIMMING
PRINTER ERROR
Cancel printing. Turn off the printer and turn it back on. Check the printer
status. If the error still persists, refer to the printer’s instruction manual and
contact the appropriate customer support center or service center.
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Trouble?
Message
Explanation
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.
When you are printing using the
settings.
button, check the print
HARDWARE ERROR
Cancel printing. Turn off the printer and turn it back on. Check the printer
status. If the printer is equipped with a battery, it might be exhausted. In
such case, turn off the printer, replace the battery and turn it back on.
COMMUNICATION
ERROR
The printer is experiencing a data transfer 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.
When you are
printing using the button, check the print settings.
Or, you attempted to print from a memory card that contains a large
number of images. Reduce the number of images.
CHECK PRINT SETTINGS
The print settings cannot be used for printing with the
button.
INCOMPATIBLE PAPER
SIZE
The paper settings of the camcorder conflict with the printer’s settings.
PRINTER IN USE
The printer is in use. Check the printer status.
PAPER LEVER ERROR
Paper lever error occurred. Adjust the paper selection lever to the proper
position.
PRINTER COVER OPEN
NO PRINTHEAD
Close the printer cover securely.
No print head is installed in the printer or the print head is defective.
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Do’s and Don’ts
Do’s and Don’ts
Handling Precautions
Battery Pack
DANGER!
Treat the battery pack with care.
• Keep it away from fire (or it might
explode).
Camcorder
ꢀDo not subject the camcorder to
vibrations or strong impacts while the
DISC access indicator is on or flashing.
The data may not be correctly recorded
on the disc, and the recording may be
permanently lost.
• Do not expose the battery pack to
temperature higher than 60 °C (140 °F).
Do not leave it near a heater or inside a
car in hot weather.
• Do not try to disassemble or modify it.
• Do not drop or knock it.
• Do not get it wet.
ꢀDo not touch the pick up lens.
ꢀDo not carry the camcorder by the LCD
panel or the disc cover. Be careful when
closing the LCD panel.
ꢀCharged battery packs continue to
discharge naturally. Therefore, charge
them on the day of use, or the day before,
to ensure a full charge.
ꢀContact of the battery terminals 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.
ꢀSince storing a charged battery pack for
a long time (about 1 year) can shorten its
lifecycle or affect performance, we
recommend to discharge the battery pack
fully and to store it in a dry place at
temperatures no higher than 30 °C
(86 °F). If you do not use the battery pack
for long periods, charge and discharge it
fully at least once a year. If you have
more than one battery pack, perform
these precautions at the same time for all
battery packs.
ꢀAlthough the battery pack’s operating
temperature range is from 0 °C to 40 °C
(32 °F to 104 °F), the optimal range is
from 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). At
cold temperatures, performance will
temporarily decline. Warm it in your
pocket before use.
ꢀDo not leave the camcorder in places
subject to high temperatures (like the
inside of a car under direct sunlight), or
high humidity.
ꢀDo not use the camcorder near strong
electric or magnetic fields such as above
TVs, near plasma TVs or mobile phones.
ꢀDo not point the lens or viewfinder at
strong light sources. Do not leave the
camcorder pointed at a bright subject.
ꢀDo not use or store the camcorder in
dusty or sandy places. The camcorder is
not waterproof – avoid also water, mud or
salt. If any of the above should get into
the camcorder it may damage the
camcorder and/or the lens. Be sure to
close the disc compartment cover after
use.
ꢀBe careful of heat generated by lighting
equipment.
ꢀDo not disassemble the camcorder. If
the camcorder does not function properly,
consult qualified service personnel.
ꢀHandle the camcorder with care. Do not
subject the camcorder to shocks or
vibration as this may cause damage.
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Do’s and Don’ts
ꢀReplace the battery pack if the usable
time after full charge diminishes
substantially at normal temperatures.
condensation forms on the disc, put it
aside until the water droplets have
evaporated completely.
ꢀNever expose the disc to direct sunlight
and do not store it in places subject to
high temperatures or high humidity.
ꢀAlways finalize a disc before inserting it
into an external DVD device. Failing to do
so can result in the loss of the recorded
data.
Mini DVD Disc
The recording surface of DVD discs is
extremely delicate. If handled or stored in
an incorrect manner, the camcorder may
stop recognizing or may not be able to
play back the disc. Be sure to observe the
following precautions when storing/
handling your discs.
Memory Card
ꢀWe recommend saving backups of
memory card images on your computer.
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.
ꢀDo not turn off the camcorder,
disconnect the power source or remove
the memory card while the CARD access
indicator is flashing.
ꢀDo not use memory cards in places
subject to strong magnetic fields.
ꢀDo not leave memory cards in places
subject to high humidity and high
temperature.
ꢀ
after you finish recording.
Always remove the disc from the camcorder
ꢀDo not store the camcorder with a disc
left inside.
ꢀKeep the disc clean of dust, dirt or
smudges. Even very small smudges or
particles of dust can lead to problems
when recording or playing back the disc.
Carefully inspect the recording surface of
the disc before inserting it in the
camcorder. If the disc gets dirty use a dry,
soft lens-cleaning cloth to remove any
fingerprints, dirt buildup or smudges from
the disc surface. Clean the disc in a radial
motion from its center outwards.
ꢀNever use a chemically treated cloth or
flammable solvents such as paint thinner
to clean the disc.
ꢀDo not disassemble, bend, drop, or
subject memory cards to shocks and do
not expose them to water.
ꢀDo not touch or expose the terminals to
dust or dirt.
ꢀDo not bend, scratch or wet the disc
and do not subject it to strong shocks.
ꢀDo not attach any labels or stickers on
the disc surfaces. The disc may not rotate
in a stable manner and this may cause
malfunctions.
ꢀTo protect the disc, return it to its case
for storage.
ꢀWhen writing on the label side of the
disc, avoid hard tip pens. Use waterproof
soft-tipped felt pens instead.
ꢀCheck the direction before inserting the
memory card. Forcing a memory card into
the slot if it is not correctly oriented may
damage the memory card or the
camcorder.
ꢀDo not attach any labels or stickers on
the memory card.
ꢀWhen you erase image files or initialize
the memory card, only the file allocation
table is altered and the data itself is not
actually deleted. Take the necessary
precautions when you dispose of the
ꢀMoving a disc rapidly between hot and
cold temperatures may cause
condensation to form on its surfaces. If
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memory card, for example by physically
damaging it to prevent the leakage of
private data.
Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery
The camcorder has a built-in
rechargeable lithium battery to keep the
date/time and other settings. The built-in
lithium battery is recharged while you use
the camcorder, however, it will become
totally discharged if you do not use the
camcorder for about 3 months.
To recharge the built-in lithium battery:
Connect the compact power adapter to
the camcorder and leave it connected for
24 hours with the power switch set to
.
Lithium Button Battery
WARNING!
• The battery used in this device may
present a fire or chemical burn hazard if
mishandled. Do not recharge,
disassemble, heat above 100 °C (212 °F)
or incinerate the battery.
• Replace the battery with a CR2025 made
by Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell, Sony,
Sanyo, or with Duracell2025. Use of
other batteries may present a risk of fire
or explosion.
• Dispose of the used battery according to
applicable recycling regulations.
ꢀDo not pick up the battery using
tweezers or other metal tools as this will
cause a short circuit.
ꢀWipe the battery with a clean dry cloth
to ensure proper contact.
ꢀKeep the battery out of the reach of
children. If swallowed, seek medical
assistance immediately. The battery case
may break and the battery fluids may
cause internal damage.
ꢀDo not disassemble, heat or immerse
the battery in water to avoid the risk of
explosion.
For California, USA only: The lithium battery
included contains Perchlorate Material -
special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate for details.
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Maintenance/Others
Condensation
Moving the camcorder rapidly between
hot and cold temperatures may cause
condensation (water droplets) to form on
its internal surfaces. Stop using the
camcorder if condensation is detected.
Continued use may damage the
camcorder.
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).
Condensation may form in the following
cases:
When the camcorder is moved from an
air-conditioned room to a warm, humid
place
Cleaning
Camcorder Body
ꢀUse a soft, dry cloth to clean the
camcorder body. Never use chemically
treated cloth or volatile solvents such as
paint thinner.
Pick Up Lens
When the camcorder is moved from a
cold place to a warm room
ꢀRemove any dust or dirt particles using
a non-aerosol type blower brush. Never
touch the pick up lens directly to clean it.
Lens and Viewfinder
ꢀIf the lens surface is dirty, the autofocus
may not work properly.
ꢀRemove any dust or dirt particles using
a non-aerosol type blower brush.
ꢀUse a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth to
gently wipe the lens or viewfinder. Never
use tissue paper.
When the camcorder is left in a humid
room
LCD Screen
ꢀClean the LCD screen using a clean,
soft lens-cleaning cloth.
ꢀCondensation may form on the surface
of the screen when the temperature
changes suddenly. Wipe it with a soft dry
cloth.
When a cold room is heated rapidly
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TO AVOID CONDENSATION
ꢀDo not expose the camcorder to
sudden or extreme changes in
temperature.
ꢀUnload the disc, place the camcorder in
an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust to
temperature changes slowly before
removing it from the bag.
Using the Camcorder Abroad
Power Sources
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.
WHEN CONDENSATION IS DETECTED
ꢀThe camcorder automatically shuts off.
If a disc is loaded, remove the disc
immediately and leave the disc cover
open. Leaving the disc in the camcorder
may damage it.
Playback on a TV Screen
You can only play back your recordings
on TVs compatible with the NTSC
system. The NTSC system is used in the
following countries/areas:
ꢀA disc cannot be loaded when
condensation is detected.
American Samoa, Antigua, Aruba,
Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia,
Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica,
Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam,
Guatemala, Greenland, Haiti, Honduras,
Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico,
Micronesia, Myanmar, Nicaragua,
Panama, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico,
Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint
Vincent and the Grenadines, Surinam,
Taiwan, Trinidad and Tobago, USA,
Venezuela, Virgin Islands.
RESUMING USE
ꢀThe precise time required for water
droplets to evaporate will vary depending
on the location and weather conditions.
As a general rule, wait for 2 hours before
resuming use of the camcorder.
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General Information
System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area)
WS-20 Wrist Strap
BP-208, BP-214*
Battery Pack
CG-300
Battery Charger
SS600/SS650 Shoulder Strap
BP-208, BP-214*
Battery Pack
Mini DVD Disc
DVD-R/DVD-RW/
DVD-R DL (Canon DVD-R DL54)
CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter
TV
WL-D86
Wireless Controller
VCR
STV-250N Stereo
Video Cable
DVD player/
recorder
WD-H37C
Wide Converter
TL-H37
Tele Converter
IFC-300PCU
USB Cable
PictBridge-compliant
printers
FS-H37U
Filter Set
miniSD Card
Adapter
Card Reader/Writer
miniSD Card
Computer
Mini DVD Disc
DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD-R DL
(Canon DVD-R DL54)
SC-2000 Soft
Carrying Case
DVD player/
recorder
* The BP-214 Battery Pack can only be used with the
.
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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. 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). Please note that this warranty does not apply
to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you
may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
Battery Packs
When you need extra battery packs, select
one of the following models:
BP-208 or BP-214.
BP-208 only.
CG-300 Battery Charger
Use the battery charger for charging the
battery packs. It plugs directly into a power
outlet without a cable.
Battery Pack
BP-208
Charging Time
105 min.
BP-214
160 min.
Charging time varies according to the charging condition.
TL-H37 Tele-converter
This Tele-converter lens increases the focal
length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.5.
• The image stabilizer is not as effective when
the Tele-converter is attached.
• The minimum focusing distance with the
TL-H37 is 2.3 m (7.5 ft.); 2.3 cm (0.91 in.) at
maximum wide angle.
• When the Tele-converter is attached, a shadow may appear in the picture when you record
with flash or assist lamp.
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WD-H37C Wide-converter
This lens decreases focal length by a factor of
0.7, giving you a wide perspective for indoor
shots or panoramic views.
• When the Wide-converter is attached, a
shadow may appear in the picture when you
record with flash or assist lamp.
FS-H37U Filter Set
Neutral density and MC protector filters help you
to control difficult lighting conditions.
Shoulder Strap
You can attach a shoulder strap for more
security and portability.
Pass the ends through the strap mount and
adjust the length of the strap.
WS-20 Wrist Strap
Use this for extra additional protection for
active shooting.
SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case
A handy camcorder bag with padded
compartments and plenty of space for
accessories.
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This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you
use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand
accessories or products bearing the same mark.
Product Codes
Provided Accessories
CA-570 Compact Power Adapter
BP-208 Battery Pack
8468A002AA
0802B002AA
WL-D86 Wireless Controller
D83-0722-000
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
IFC-300PCU USB Cable
3067A002AA (D82-0590-201)
D82-0710-001
Optional Accessories
BP-214 Battery Pack
CG-300 Battery Charger
TL-H37 Tele-converter
WD-H37C Wide-converter
FS-H37U Filter Set
2068B002AA
0784B002AA
8835A001AA
1305B001AA
8837A001AA
WS-20 Wrist Strap
SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case
3118A002AA (D81-0190-202)
9389A001AA
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Specifications
DC50/DC220/DC230
System
Disc Recording System
Movies
DVD-VIDEO (VIDEO mode)
DVD-VR (VR mode) only with 8 cm DVD-RW
Video Compression: MPEG2
Audio Compression: Dolby Digital 2ch
Exif 2.2** compliant with JPEG compression
Still Images
Television System
Compatible Media
EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal
8 cm (3 in.) mini DVD discs marked
with the DVD-R, DVD-R DL or DVD-RW logo
Maximum Recording Time
1.4 GB single sided 8 cm mini DVD disc:
XP: approx. 20 min., SP: approx. 30 min., LP: approx. 60 min.
2.6 GB single sided dual-layered 8 cm mini DVD disc:
XP: approx. 36 min., SP: approx. 54 min., LP: approx. 108 min.
Image Sensor
1/2.7-inch CCD, approx. 5,390,000 pixels
Effective pixels:
16:9 Movies approx. 3,690,000 pixels
4:3 Movies
approx. 3,980,000 pixels
Still images approx. 5,000,000 pixels
1/6-inch CCD, approx. 1,070,000 pixels
Effective pixels
16:9 Movies (Image stabilizer [ON]) approx. 550,000 pixels
16:9 Movies (Image stabilizer [OFF]) approx. 710,000 pixels
4:3 Movies
Still images
approx. 690,000 pixels
approx. 800,000 pixels
1/6-inch CCD, approx. 680,000 pixels
Effective pixels
16:9 Movies (Image stabilizer [ON]) approx. 360,000 pixels
16:9 Movies (Image stabilizer [OFF]) approx. 450,000 pixels
4:3 Movies
Still images
approx. 340,000 pixels
approx. 450,000 pixels
LCD Screen
Viewfinder
Microphone
Lens
2.7 in., wide, TFT color, approx. 123,000 pixels
0.27 in., wide, TFT color, approx. 123,000 pixels
Stereo electret condenser microphone
f=6.1-61 mm, F/1.8-3.0 (when recording movies), 10x power zoom
35 mm equivalent:
16:9 Movies 43.8 - 438 mm
4:3 Movies
Still images 39.9 - 399 mm
f=2.6-91 mm, F/2.0-5.0, 35x power zoom
47.8 - 478 mm
35 mm equivalent:
16:9 Movies (Image stabilizer [ON]) 47.1 - 1,649 mm
16:9 Movies (Image stabilizer [OFF]) 41.7 - 1,460 mm
4:3 Movies
Still images
44.6 - 1,561 mm
41.5 - 1,453 mm
f=2.6-91 mm, F/2.0-5.0, 35x power zoom
16:9 Movies (Image stabilizer [ON]) 45.8 - 1,603 mm
16:9 Movies (Image stabilizer [OFF]) 41.0 - 1,435 mm
4:3 Movies
Still images
49.8 - 1,743 mm
43.6 - 1,526 mm
Lens Configuration
Filter Diameter
11 elements in 9 groups (1 double-sided aspheric element)
10 elements in 8 groups (1 double-sided aspheric element)
37 mm
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AF system
TTL autofocus, manual focusing possible
Minimum Focusing Distance
White Balance
1 m (3.3 ft.); 1 cm (0.39 in.) on maximum wide angle
Auto white balance, custom white balance and preset white balance
settings:
DAYLIGHT, SHADE, CLOUDY, TUNGSTEN, FLUORESCENT,
FLUORESCENT H
DAYLIGHT, TUNGSTEN only
Minimum Illumination
0.3 lx ([NIGHT] recording program, Shutter speed at 1/2)
4.5 lx (Auto mode, Auto slow shutter [ON], Shutter speed at 1/30)
2 lx ([NIGHT] recording program, Shutter speed at 1/8)
7.5 lx (Auto mode, Auto slow shutter [ON], Shutter speed at 1/30)
1.3 lx ([NIGHT] recording program, Shutter speed at 1/8)
5 lx (Auto mode, Auto slow shutter [ON], Shutter speed at 1/30)
Recommended Illumination
Image Stabilization
More than 100 lx
Optical Shift Image Stabilizer
Electronic
Memory Card
Recording Media
Size of Still Images
miniSD Card*
2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480 pixels
Simultaneous recording: 1280 x 720, 1152 x 864 pixels
1152 x 864, 640 x 480 pixels
Simultaneous recording: 1024 x 768 pixels
1024 x 768, 640 x 480 pixels
File Format
Design rule for Camera File system (DCF), Exif 2.2** compliant, DPOF
compliant
Image Compression Method
JPEG (compression: Super Fine, Fine, Normal)
*
This camcorder has been tested with miniSD cards up to 1 GB. You may not be able to use certain types of
miniSD cards.
** This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the
communication between camcorders and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the
camcorder’s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.
Input/Output Terminals
AV Terminal
∅ 3.5 mm minijack;
Input/Output,
1 Vp-p / 75 ohms unbalanced
Output only
Video:
Audio:
Output: –10 dBV (47 kohm load) / 3 kohm or less
Input: –10 dBV / 40 kohm or more
USB Terminal
mini-B
Power/Others
Power supply (rated)
7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter)
Power consumption
(SP mode, AF on)
4.1 W (viewfinder), 4.2 W (LCD screen [NORMAL])
3.1 W (viewfinder), 3.2 W (LCD screen [NORMAL])
2.9 W (viewfinder), 3.0 W (LCD screen [NORMAL])
Operating temperature
Dimensions (W x H x D)
0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F)
62 x 90 x 130 mm (2.4 x 3.5 x 5.1 in.) excluding the grip belt
54 x 90 x 128 mm (2.1 x 3.5 x 5.0 in.) excluding the grip belt
Weight (camcorder body only)
480 g (1.1 lb.)
405 g (14.3 oz.)
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CA-570 Compact Power Adapter
Power supply
100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Rated output / consumption
Operating temperature
Dimensions
8.4 V DC, 1.5 A / 29 VA (100 V) – 39 VA (240 V)
0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
52 x 29 x 90 mm (2.1 x 1.1 x 3.5 in.)
135 g (4.8 oz.)
Weight
BP-208 Battery Pack
Battery type
Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery
7.4 V DC
Rated voltage
Operating temperature
Battery capacity
Dimensions
0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
850 mAh
39 x 8 x 63 mm (1.5 x 0.31 x 2.5 in.)
40 g (1.4 oz.)
Weight
Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to
change without notice.
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Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Index
16:9 aspect ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
9 Point AiAF (Autofocus). . . . . . . . . . . . 61
F
File numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Finalizing the disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Fireworks (recording program) . . . . . . . 52
Flash¹. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Focus priority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
FUNC. menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 43
A
Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . 111
AEB - Auto exposure bracketing. . . . . . 62
AF-assist lamp¹ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Auto (recording program) . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Auto slow shutter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Autofocus (AF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Av (recording program)¹ . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
AV terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
G
Grip belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
H
High-speed continuous shooting . . . . . . 62
B
Battery pack, charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Battery pack, remaining charge . . . . . . 21
Beach (recording program) . . . . . . . . . . 52
Beep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Built-in backup battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
I
Image effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Image jump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Image stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Index screen - Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Index screen - Still images. . . . . . . . . . . 41
Initialization - Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Initialization - Memory card . . . . . . . . . . 76
C
Center point (Autofocus) . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Compact power adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Connection to a computer. . . . . . . . . . . 83
Connection to a TV/VCR. . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Continuous shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Copying still images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
J
Joystick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Joystick guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
L
Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
LCD backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
LCD screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Light metering mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
LP mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
D
Data code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Daylight saving time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Digital effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Digital zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Direct print. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Direct transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Disc title. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Disc types
M
Magnifying a still image . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Manual exposure adjustment . . . . . . . . 55
Manual focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 108
Mini video light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
miniSD card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Mode switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
MyDVD for Canon¹ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
(DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW) . . . . . . 5
Drive mode². . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
E
Erasing still images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
1
2
only.
only.
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Shoulder strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Simultaneous recording
N
ND filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 114
Night (recording program) . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Normal TV (4:3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
(disc/memory card) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Slideshow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Snow (recording program) . . . . . . . . . . .52
SP mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Sports (recording program) . . . . . . . . . .52
Spotlight (recording program). . . . . . . . .52
Still image quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Still image size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Sunset (recording program) . . . . . . . . . .52
O
Original recordings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
P
P (recording program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Photomovie scene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Playback - Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Playback - Still images. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Portrait (recording program). . . . . . . . . . 52
Power save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Print order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Print/share button¹ . . . . . . . . . . . 87, 90, 93
Printing still images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Protecting still images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Protecting the disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
T
Telephoto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Time zone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Transfer order. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Transferring still images . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Tripod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Tv (recording program). . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
U
USB terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Q
Quick Start function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
V
Video input recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
VIDEO mode (disc specification) . . . . . . .5
Viewfinder, dioptric adjustment. . . . . . . .28
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
VR mode (disc specification) . . . . . . . . . .5
R
Recommended discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Recording - Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Recording - Still images . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Recording data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Recording mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Recording programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Recording reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Remote sensor² . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
RESET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Reviewing - Movies (Record review) . . . 35
Reviewing - Still images. . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
W
White balance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Wide angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Wide TV (16:9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Widescreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Wind screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Wireless controller². . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
S
X
Scene editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Screen displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Screen markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Selecting the on-screen displays . . . . . . 63
Self timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Serial number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 17
Setup menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 45
XP mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Z
Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Zoom speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
1
2
only.
only.
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U.S.A.
CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY
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.
Canon consumer DVD 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 comparable rebuilt parts for a period of ONE YEAR from
the date of original purchase, except for a defective Video Head, which will be exchanged for a period of three
months from the date of purchase.
Labor: For a period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase, labor will be provided free of charge by our
factory service centers or designated service facilities located in the United States.
When returning equipment under this warranty, you must pre-pay the shipping charges, and you must enclose the
Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase with a complete explanation of the problem. During your ONE-YEAR warranty
period, repairs will be made and the equipment return-shipped to you free of charge. After your warranty period is
over, you will be given an estimate of the cost of repair and an opportunity to approve or disapprove of the repair
expense before it is incurred. If you approve, repairs will be made and the equipment return-shipped to you.
(shipping charges apply). If you disapprove, we will return-ship the equipment at no charge to you.
Non-Canon brand peripheral equipment and software which may be distributed with Canon DVD
camcorders are sold “AS IS” without warranty of any kind by CUSA, including any implied warranty
regarding merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The sole warranty with respect to such non-
Canon brand items is given by the manufacturer or producer thereof.
CUSA shall have no responsibility under this limited warranty for use of Canon DVD Camcorders in conjunction with
incompatible peripheral equipment and incompatible software.
In order to obtain warranty service, contact the authorized Canon retail dealer from whom you purchased the DVD
Camcorder or call the CANON INFORMATION CENTER AT 1-800-828-4040). You will be directed to the nearest
service facility for your product.
This Limited Warranty covers all defects encountered in normal use of the equipment and does not apply in the
following cases:
A) Loss or damage to the equipment due to abuse, mishandling, accident, improper maintenance, or failure to
follow operating instructions;
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 our authorized
agent;
D)If the equipment is used for commercial or industrial use.
This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinet (exterior finish), DVD discs, nor does it apply to equipment purchased
outside the United States. This warranty does not cover units sold to rental firms, military operations, hotels,
schools, hospitals or for other commercial, industrial, or institutional applications. These uses are covered only by
such specific warranty as Canon may issue with such sales.
This Limited Warranty does not apply to accessories or consumables for the DVD Camcorder, which are sold “AS
IS”, without warranty of any kind by CUSA.
Please retain this warranty card and your Bill of Sale as a permanent record of your purchase. This card is most
important in order to be sure you are contacted right away should there be a safety inspection, modification or
product recall under applicable laws or regulations.
NO IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
APPLIES TO THIS EQUIPMENT AFTER THE APPLICABLE PERIOD OF EXPRESS WARRANTY OR
GUARANTY, EXCEPT AS MENTIONED ABOVE, GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH
RESPECT TO THIS EQUIPMENT SHALL BIND THE UNDERSIGNED. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU). CUSA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, EXPENSE
FOR SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICE, STORAGE CHARGES, LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO
USE THE DV CAMCORDER, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND
EVEN IF CUSA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF
ANY KIND AGAINST CUSA BE GREATER THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DV CAMCORDER SOLD BY
CUSA AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, YOU ASSUME ALL
RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS
AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE DV CAMCORDER NOT
CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF CUSA. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU).THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER
OF THIS EQUIPMENT OR THE PERSON FOR WHOM IT WAS PURCHASED AS A GIFT.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
CANON U.S.A., INC.
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CANADA
CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (“Canon Canada”) with respect to Canon DVD equipment
purchased in Canada. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of a bill of sale or other proof of purchase for
this Canon digital video equipment to a Canon Service Facility when repairs are required.
Canon consumer video digital 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.
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.
This limited warranty covers all defects except where:
(a) The loss or damage to the product results from:
i) accident, natural disaster, mishandling, abuse, neglect, unauthorized product modification or failure to follow
instructions contained in the instruction manual;
ii) the use of accessories, attachments, products, supplies, parts or devices with this Canon product that do not conform
to Canon specifications or that cause abnormally frequent service problems;
iii) repairs or services performed by any party other than a Canon Service Facility;
iv) defective batteries or any exposure to water, sand or dirt;
v) shipping (claim must be presented to the shipper);
(b) Any serial number on the video equipment is altered or removed.
(c) The digital video equipment is used for commercial, professional or industrial purposes.
This limited warranty does not cover the cabinet (exterior finish) of the DVD equipment, DVD discs, nor does it apply to DVD
equipment purchased outside Canada.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
Ship your Canon digital video equipment in its original carton, box or equivalent, properly packed, fully insured with shipping
charges prepaid, together with a copy of your bill of sale or other proof of purchase and a description of the problem to any of
the Canon Service Facilities in Canada.
LIMITATIONS
Except as otherwise required by applicable legislation, this warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, conditions, guarantees or
representations, express or implied, statutory or otherwise, relative to this Canon product, including implied warranties or
conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Canon Canada assumes no liability for special, consequential or incidental damages or loss that may arise, whether on
account of negligence or otherwise, from the use, misuse or inability to use this Canon product (including loss of profit,
revenue, discs or enjoyment) or from failure to conform to any express or implied warranties, conditions, guarantees or
representations. Any recovery under this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the product. Canon Canada
does not assume or authorize any other person to assume for Canon Canada any other liability with respect to this Canon
product.
This warranty does not extend to any person other than the original purchaser of this Canon product or the person for whom it
was purchased as a gift and states your exclusive remedy.
NOTICE TO CONSUMER
If you plan to take important videos or if the product has not been used for some time, please check all functions with the
instruction book before using it.
CANON INC.
U.S.A.
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Q If you have any questions, call the Canon U.S.A. Information Center
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CANADA
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5990 Côte de Liesse, Quebec H4T 1V7
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If you have any questions, call the Canon Canada Information Center
toll-free at 1-800-828-4040 (CANADA only).
Si vous avez des questions, veuillez téléphoner sand frais au Canada
1-800-828-4040 (CANADA seulement).
MEXICO
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ASIA
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Les informations contenues dans ce manuel ont été vérifiées le 1er janvier 2007.
La información de este manual fue verificada el 1 de enero de 2007.
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