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PUB , DIM - 659 Canon Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual Englishl ManuelCamde'sincospteruncumti _ ornique Fran _ ais I Videoc _ mara digital Manual de Instrucciones Espafiol I1 • Mini ] l - lkNr Digital v , ° oo b " _ _ ' ( c _ sso . o _ , . _ H = " _ _ , _ ° ' " ECPTictBridge Please read also the following instructionmanual . Veuillez lire aussi le manual d'instruction suivant . _ ea tambi6n el manual de instrucciones sigulente • Digital Video Software
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Important Usage Instructions WARNING ! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK , DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE , WARNING ) TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE , USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY , COPYRIGHT WARNING : Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws , Digital Video Camcorder , ZR300 / ZR200 systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules . Operation is subject to the following two conditions : ( 1 ) This device may not cause harmful interference , and ( 2 ) this device must accept any interference received , including interference that may cause undesired operation . Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device , pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules . These [ imfis are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential insiallation . This equipment generates , uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and , if not thslalled and use in accordance with the instructions , may cause harmful interference to radio communications . However , there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation . If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception , which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures : • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna . • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver . • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected . • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help . Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules . Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual . If such changes or modifications should be made , you could be required to stop operation of the equipment . Canon U . S . A . Inc . One Canon Plaza , Lake Success , NY 11042 , U . S . A . Tel No . ( 516 ) 328 - 5600 CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK , MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT , FULLY INSERT . The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol , Important Warning within an equilateral triangle , is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated " dangerous voliage " within the product's enclosure , that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons . CAUTION : The exclamation point , within an TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC equilateral triangle , is intended to alert the SHOCK , DO NOT REMOVE COVER ( OR user to the presence of important BACK ) . NO USER - SERVICEABLE PARTS operating and maintenance ( servicing ) INSIDE . REFER SERVICING TO instructions in the literature accompanying QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL . the product .
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In these safety instructions the word " product " 10 . Power Sources - - The CA - 570 Compact Power Adapter should be operated only refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR300 / ZR200 A and all its accessories . from the type of power source indicatedre on the marking label . If you are not su of 1 . Read Instructions - - All the safety and the type of power supply to your home , operating instructions should be read consult your product dealer or local powers before the product is operated . company . Regarding other power source such as battery power , refer to instructions 2 . Retain Instructions - - The safety and in this manual . operating instructions should be retained for future reference . 11 . Polarization - - The CA - 570 Compact Power Adapter is equipped with a 3 . Heed Warnings - - All warnings on the polarized 2 - prong plug ( a plug having one product and in the operating instructions i blade wider than the other ) . should be adhered to . The 2 - prong polarized plug will fit into the 4 . Follow Instructions - - All operating and power outlet only one way . This is a usafetyg maintenance instructions should be feature . If you are unable to insert the pl followed . = = fully into the outlet , try reversing the plug . If 5 . Cleaning - - Unplug this product from the the plug still fails to fit , contact eyour electrician to replace your obsolet outlet . wall outlet before cleaning . Do not use o Do not defeat the safety purpose of the liquid or aerosol cleaners . The dproducted should be cleaned only as recommen polarized plug . in this manual . 12 . Power Cord Protection - - Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely 6 . Accessories - - Do not use accessories to be walked on or pinched by items not recommended in this manual as they placed upon or against them . Pay may be hazardous . particular attention to plugs and the point 7 . Avoid magnetic or electric fields - - Do not from which the cords exit the product . use the camera close to TV transmitters , 13 . Outdoor Antenna Grounding - - If an portable communication devices or other outside antenna is connected to the sources of electric or magnetic radiation . product , be sure the antenna is grounded They may cause picture interference , or so as to provide some protection against permanently damage the camera . voltage surges and built - up static charges . 8 . Water and Moisture - - Hazard of electric Section 810 of the National Electrical shock - - Do not use this product near Code , ANSI / NFPA No . 70 - - 1984 , water or in rainy / moist situations . provides information with respect to 9 . Placing or Moving - - Do not place on an proper grounding of the mast and unstable cart , stand , tripod , bracket or supporting structure , grounding of the table . The product may fall , causing lead - in wire to an antenna discharge unit , serious injury to a child or adult , and size of grounding conductors , location of serious damage to the antenna discharge unit , connection to product . grounding electrodes , and requirements A product and cart for the grounding electrode . See figure 1 . combination should beick moved with care . Qu stops , excessive force , and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn .
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18 . Damage Requiring Service - - Disconnect Fig . 1 _ , _ o _ . _ this product from the wall outlet and all power sources including battery , and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions : a . When the power - supply cord or plug is damaged . _ NEes _ cr _ _ 1 _ _ 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 instructions . Adjust only 14 . Lightning - - For added protection of this those controls that are covered by the product during a lightning storm , or when it operation instructions . Improper is left unattended and unused for long adjustment of other controls may result periods of time , disconnect it from the wall in damage and will often require outlet and disconnect the antenna . This extensive work by a qualified technician will prevent damage to the product due to to restore the product to its normal lightning and power - line surges . operation . e . If the product has been dropped or the 15 . Overloading - - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can cabinet has been damaged . result in a risk of fire or electric shock . f . When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance . This indicates 16 . Objects and Liquid Entry - - Never push a need for service . objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch 19 . Replacement Parts - - When replacement parts are required , be sure the service dangerous voltage points or short oat parts . that could result in a fire or electric shock technician has used replacement parts Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind that are specified by Canon or that have onto the product . the same characteristics as the original part . Unauthorized substitutions may result 17 . Servicing - - Do not attempt to service this in fire , electric shock or other hazards . product yourself as opening or removing 20 . Safety Check - - Upon completion of any covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards . Refer all service or repairs to this product , ask the servicing to qualified service personnel . service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating order . power supply nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA - When replacement of is required , please return it to the responsible 570 . can a areas Adapter power supply where 120 V AC power is not used , you will need a special plug adapter . Contact your The be used with between 100 and 240 V AC . For nearest Canon Service Center for further information . Use only CSAIUL Certified power supply cord set , Polarized , Type SPT - 2 or heavier , minimum No . 18 AWG copper , rated ! 25 or 250 V , minimum , P A , minimum 6 ft ( 1.8 m ) , maximum ! 0 ft ( 3 m ) long . This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES - 003 . I
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Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon ZR3001ZR200 . Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference . IEI Change the display language before you begin ( C1374 ) . ym bQ ! a , 8d Refe _ en ce U d ] ! hi Ma , 8ua , ! O B : Precautions related to the camcorder operation . O [ ] : Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures . O [ Z3 : Reference page number . O Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller , m O [ ] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen . O " Screen " refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen . O Please note that the illustrations mainly refer to the ZR300 . = = Setting the Time Zone _ Date and Time o Operating modes ( see below ) I ( _ _ i ) Menu item showing at its default - _ F - - . ] , . 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i . ) position Button and switches to be operated About the Operating Modes The operating modes are determined by the position of the POWER switch and the TAPE / CARD switch . Operating Mode POWER Switch TAPE / CARD Switch CAMERA CAMERA r _ q ( TAPE ) PLAY ( VCR ) PLAY ( VCR ) _ ( TAPE ) CARD CAMERA CAMERA _ ( CARD ) CARD PLAY PLAY ( VCR ) I - _ ( CARD ) : Function can be used in this mode . : Function cannot be used in this mode . Trademark Acknowledgments • " _ [ _ is a trademark . • , . _ ' _ P is a trademark . ® • Windows is either a registered trademark or 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 . • Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies .
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Table of contents
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Editing Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Recording from Analog Video Devices ( VCR , TV or Camcorder ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Recording from Digital Video Devices ( DV Dubbing ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals ( Analog - Digital Converter ) . . . 82 Audio Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Transferring Video Recordings to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Using a Memory Card Inserting and Removing a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Selecting the Image QualitylSize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 File Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Recording Still Images on a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 m Reviewing a Still Image Right after Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Recording Movies on a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Selecting the Focusing Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 = = Recording Panoramic Images ( Stitch Assist Mode ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Playing Back a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 = o Protecting Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Erasing Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Combining Images ( Card Mix ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Formatting a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Creating a Start - up Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Direct Printing Printing Still Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Selecting the Print Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Printing with Print Order Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Transferring Images Transferring Memory Card Images to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Direct Transfer [ wi , _ s os o _ , ly . . ] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Selecting Images for Transfer ( Transfer Order ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Additional Information Screen Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 List of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31281 Maintenance / Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 System Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Item Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
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Checking Supplied Accessories WL - D85 Wireless 0A - 570 Compact NB - 2LH Battery Pack Lithium Button Battery CR ! 6 ! 6 Controller Power Adapter ( incl . power cord ) O STV - 250N Stereo IFC - 300PCU USB Lithium Button Battery Lens Cap and Lens Video Cable Cable CR2025 for Wireless Cap Cord Controller DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK WA - 28 Wide SDC - 8M SD Memory Card Attachment © 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 : Model Name : ZR300 / ZR200 A Purchased From : Serial No . : Dealer Address : Dealer Phone No . : RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL , STATE OR @ LAMP ( S ) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE FEDERAL LAWS .
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Components Guide ZR300 ! ZR200 m g @ @ ® REC SEARCH - button ( [ _ 28 ) / ® CARD MIX button ( [ _ 106 ) / 1 _ ( record review ) button ( E [ _ 328 ) / E _ l ( stitch assist ) button ( _ [ 3 100 ) / _ 1 _ 1 ( rewind ) button ( _ [ 2 32 ) / REC PAUSE button ( _ 79 ) / CARD - button ( _ 102 ) SLIDE SHOW button ( _ 103 ) ® REC SEARCH + button ( _ J 28 ) / @ Speaker ( _ 34 ) ( fast forward ) button ( C [ 2 32 ) / @ LCD screen ( _ 2 21 ) @ SET dial ( Q3 37 ) CARD + button ( _ 102 ) ® LCD BACKLIGHT button ( _ 21 ) @ CHARGE indicator ( EZ3 13 ) / WIDESCREEN button ( C _ 66 ) / Card access indicator ( _ 92 ) @ Program selector ( 1 _ 3 45 ) DATA CODE button ( _ ] 68 ) ® NIGHT MODE button ( [ _ I2 48 ) / EASY Easy recording • ( stop ) button ( _ 32 ) [ ] Program AE ® FOCUS button ( _ 52 ) / @ Backup battery compartment ( _ 17 ) I _ lll | ( playlpause ) button ( _ 32 ) @ Memory card slot ( _ 88 ) DIGITAL EFFECTS ON / OFF button @ Battery attachment unit ( [ _ 3 13 ) / Serial number ( C [ _ ] 61 ) _ AE SHIFT button ( _ 51 ) / @ DC IN terminal ( _ 13 ) @ MENU button ( C [ 2 37 ) END SEARCH button ( E _ ] 70 )
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® ® _ ) Dioptric adjustment lever ( _ 18 ) ( ! ) Finger rest ® Viewfinder ( [ Z ] 18 ) @ TAPE / CARD switch ( [ _ 5 ) ® BATT . button ( C [ 3 13 ) E _ ] Using a tape ® Powerswitch ( _ 3 5 ) ¢ 1 _ Using a memory card ® Cassette compartment cover ( [ Z ] 16 ) @ PHOTO button ( _ 92 ) ® Cassette compartment ( [ _ 16 ) @ Strsp mount ( [ ] ; 3 144 ) ® OPENIEJECT . _ switch ( _ [ 3 16 ) @ Grip belt ( _ [ 3 18 ) ® Zoom lever ( C ] 29 ) @ StarL1stop button ( E _ I 25 , 97 ) 10
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m = = = o ® Terminal cover ® AM terminal ( 1 _ 35 ) ® Remote sensor ( 1 _ 20 ) _ ) DV terminal ( [ _ 3 77 ) ® I _ Assist lamp ( _ 48 ) ( _ ) USB terminal ( C [ 3 112 , 121 ) ( _ Stereo microphone _ 8 ) Tripod socket ( [ _ 3 31 )
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Wireless Contro ! ! er WL _ D85 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ® ® ® @ ® ® @ ( _ Transmitter _ ZERO SET MEMORY button ( _ 71 ) ( _ STARTISTOP button ( C _ 25 , 97 ) PHOTO button ( 1 _ 92 ) _ CARD - / + buttons ( C [ 3 102 ) @ Zoom buttons ( _ 29 ) ( _ ) DATE SEARCH 141 _ ll ! lHIqbuttons ( _ 72 ) PLAY _ " button ( 1 _ 3 32 ) ( _ ) REW _ button ( 1 _ 32 ) ( _ FF _ button ( 1 _ 32 ) ® - 14 II button ( 1 _ 33 ) @ STOP • button ( _ 32 ) PAUSE | I button ( [ _ 3 33 ) LI _ + III I _ button ( EZ3 33 ) C _ SLOW I _ button ( _ 33 ) @ x 2 button ( I _ 3 33 ) ( _ ) AUDIO DUB . button ( 1 _ 84 ) @ TV SCREEN button ( [ _ 125 ) 12
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Preparing the Power Supply At _ hing the Batt _ _ a _ k _ ll 1 . Turn the POWER switch to OFF , 2 , Attach the battery pack to the camcorder , • Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack . • Press lightly and slide it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks . • PLAY ( VCR ) • ml i 1 . Connect the power cord to the CHARGE indicator adapter . 2 . Plug the power cord into a power F'i _ _ / r / _ OC IN terminal outlet . 3 . Connect the power adapter to the / JL A camcorder's DC IN terminal . The CHARGE indicator starts flashing . It glows steadily when charging is complete . 4 . When charging is complete , disconnect the power adapter from the camcorder . Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the adapter . 5 . Remove the battery pack after use . Press the BATT , button to remove the battery , 13
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U u ebQ ! d S Connect to a household power source to use the camcorder without worrying about the battery power . You can keep the battery pack attached ; the battery power will not be consumed , 1 . Turn the POWER switch to OFF . 2 . Connect the power cord to the _ I _ , . _ E _ . pc _ Y / VCRi . r0T _ dr powaedrapter J . OE A 3 . Plug the power cord into a power 4 . Connect the power adapter to the , _ _ camcorder's DC IN terminal . outlet . _ O Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter . O If the adapter is used close to a TV , it may cause picture interference . Move the adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable . O Do not connect any products that are not expressly recommended to the camcorder's DC IN terminal or to the power adapter . O You may hear some noise from the power adapter during use . This is not a malfunction , O Do not disconnect and reconnect the power cord while charging a battery pack , Charging may stop , The battery pack may not be charged correctly even if the CHARGE indicator glows steady , The battery pack may also not be charged correctly when a power outage occurs during charging , Remove the battery pack and attach it back to the camcorder . O When the power adapter or battery pack is defective , the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly ( at about 2 flashes / second ) and charging stops . O The CHARGE indicator informs you about the charge status . 0 - 50 % : Flashes once every second More than 50 % : Flashes twice every second ! 00 % : Glows steadily 14
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O Charging , Recording and Playback Times Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging , recording or playback conditions . Battery Pack NB - 2LH NB - 2L BP - 2L12 BP - 2L14 IEII i = B Charging Time ! 30 m n . ! 15 m n . 205 m n . 235 min . Max . Recording Time Viewfinder I 135min , _ 115min , I 245min , I 300min . LCD _ 210 min . ! 85 min . Typical RecordingTime * Viewfinder 75 min . 60 min . ! 30 min . ! 60 min . LCD normal 55 min . 45 min . 95 min . ! 20 min . br ght 50 min . 40 min . 85 min . ! 05 min . Playback Time ! 00 min . 85 min . ! 75 min . 220 min . * Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as starL / stop . zooming , power on ! off . Actual time may be shorter . " uu0 O 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 = o to 104 ° F ) , the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly and charging stops . _ = ' n OA lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state . Unlike o conventional battery packs , you do not need to completely use or discharge it o before charging . O We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need . O To conserve battery power , turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause mode . 15
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Loading / Unloading a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the " t ] 1 _ " _ logo . 1 . Slide the OPEN / EJECT switch and Tape protection tab open the cassette compartment cover . The cassette compartment opens automatically . 2 . Load / unload the cassette . • Load the cassette with the window ® facing the grip belt , • Unload the cassette by pulling it straight out . 3 . Press the _ mark on the cassette compartment until it clicks . 4 . Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and close the cassette compartment cover . C ) Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically , or attempt to close the cover before the cassette compartment has fully retracted , O Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover . If the camcorder is connected to a power source , cassettes can be loaded / unloaded even if the POWER switch is set to OFF . 16
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Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery ( lithium button battery CR1616 ) allows the camcorder to retain date , time ( _ [ _ 22 ) and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected . Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings . 1 . Open the backup battery cover . 2 . Insert the backup battery with the + side facing outward . $ ' " - 1 + @ © © - 3 . Close the cover . m The backup battery has a life span of about a year . " _ " flashes in red to inform you that it needs to be replaced . 17
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Preparing the Camcorder Ad _ sti _ g th _ i _ w f ! n de ( DiQgt _ i A d u stmen t ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed . 2 . Pull out the viewfinder . 3 . Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever . 4 . Push the viewfinder back in . l At _ ching th _ L _ ns G _ g 1 . Attach the cord to the lens cap . 2 . Pass the grip belt through the loop on the cord . Press the buttons on the lens cap when attaching / removing it . Hook the lens cap on the grip belt while you are recording , and place it over the lens when you have finished . Jng the G _ ip B _ lt Hold the camcorder with your right hand and adjust the belt with your left . Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger , and the start / stopbuttonwith your thumb . 18
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Moun ing the Wide Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The WA - 28 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views ( 0.6x ) . The wide attachment is for use at maximum wide - angle . Screw the wide attachment fully into the lens filter thread . m C ) Do not look directly at the sun or other strong light sources through the wide attachment . It could damage your eyesight . O If you zoom to telephoto , the picture will not be in focus . O The wide attachment may obstruct the remote sensor ( the range of the wireless controller narrows ) , or may cause a shadow to appear on the picture when = o recording with the assist lamp . O Filters cannot be used with the wide attachment . O If dust accumulates on the wide attachment or on the camcorder lens , clean both lenses gently with a blower brush . O Do not touch the lens to avoid smudges and fingerprints . O Do not store the wide attachment in a humid place as it may mold . 19
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Using the Wireless Controller Point it at the camcorder's remote sensor when you press the buttons . ! nse _ ing the Battery The wireless controller operates with a lithium button battery CR2025 . 1 . Pull out the battery holder . 2 . Place the lithium button battery / _ , , _ 1I with the + side facing up . 3 . Insert the battery holder . G C ) The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is subjected to strong light sources or direct sunlight . O If the wireless controller does not work , check if the remote sensor is set to [ OFF ( c , ( _ 3 ] ( _ 3 75 ) . O When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller , or when it can only be operated in very close range , replace the battery . 20
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Adjusting the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Screen Open the LCD panel 90 degrees . • You can rotate the panel by 90 degrees ( outward . • You can rotate the panel by ! 80 degrees inward . LCD Backlight m _ _ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L . . CD BACKLIGHT button j o You can switch the brightness of the LCD screen between normal and bright by pressing the LCD BACKLIGHT button . This is useful for outdoor recordings . Press the LOD BAOKLIGHT button . O This setting does not affect the brightness of the recording or the viewfinder screen . O When using a battery pack , the camcorder retains the setting even if you change the position of the POWER switch . O The battery usage time shortens when the LCD screen is set brighter ( [ _ ! 5 ) . 21
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Setting the Time Zone , Date and Time Set the time zone , date and time when you first start using your camcorder , or when you have replaced the backup battery . Setting the Time ZonelDay ! ight Saving Time MENU ) _ > ( _ ] 37 ) SYSTEM T . ZONEIDST . . . N . Y . 1 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU 23 . . sTEurTnTudtrihnael . thSSeEETT ddiiaall ttoo sseelleecctt [ [ ST . YZSOTNEEM / D ] STa ] nd apnrdespsretshse II1 iI _ . _ ' _ ' _ the SET dial . The time zone setting appears ( see table on the next page ) . The " default setting is New York . 4 . Turn the SET dial to select the setting option that represents your time zone and press the SET dial . To adjust for daylight saving time , select the time zone with the - _ next to the area . Setting the Date and ! ime MENU _ > D / TIRE SET . . . JAN . 1,2005 ( _ ] 37 ) SYSTEM 12 : 00 AM 5 . Turn the SET dial to select [ D / TIME SET ] and press the SET dial . The year display starts to flash . 6 . Turn the SET dial to select the year , and press the SET dial . • The next part of the display starts flashing . • Set the month , day , hours and minutes in the same way . 22
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7 . Press the MENU button to close the menu and to start the clock . MENU m No . Time zone No . Time zone [ ] LONDON [ ] WELLGTN ( Wellington ) = o [ ] PARIS [ ] SAMOA [ ] CAIRO [ ] HONOLU . ( Honolulu ) [ ] MOSCOW [ ] ANCHOR . ( Anchorage ) [ ] DUBAI [ ] L . A . ( Los Angeles ) [ ] KARACHI [ ] DENVER [ ] DACCA [ ] CHICAGO [ ] BANGKOK [ ] N . Y . ( NewYork ) [ ] H . KONG ( Hong Kong ) [ ] CARACAS [ ] TOKYO [ ] RIO ( Rio de Janeiro ) [ ] SYDNEY [ ] FERNAN . ( Fernando de Noronha ) [ ] SOLOMON [ ] AZORES Once you have set time zone , date and time . you do not need to reset the clock each time you travel to another time zone . Just set the time zone to the one of your destination , and the camcorder automatically adjusts the clock . 23
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isp ! ayi g at Dd _ im d _ iDgRecQ _ di g You can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen . M ( [ E _ N ] U37 ) DISPLAY SETUP / _ _ > D / T DISPLAY . . OFF 1 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU 2 . Turn the SET dial to select [ DISPLAY SETUP / ( _ ) ] and I press the SET dial . 3 . theTUrnSEdTitahle . SEdTa to se ect [ D / T D SPLAY ] and press 4 . Turn the SET dial to select [ ON ] . 5 . Press the MENU button to close the menu . C MENU 24
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Recording Movies on a Tape Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly . If necessary , clean the video heads ( [ _ ! 32 ) . Re _ ding 1 . Remove the lens cap . Set the POWER switch to CAMERA and , _ the TAPE / CARD switch to _ j . 2 . Smeotdet . he camcorder to CAMERA _ @ _ _ r _ 1 ' m • pb _ YlVCRI _ = & £ 3 . Open the LCD panel . _ 4 . Press the start / stop button to Fi _ 2 - _ I _ _ ] begin recording , Press the start / stop button again to pause recording . When You Have Finished Recording 1 . Turn the POWER switch to OFF . 2 . Close the LCD panel . ( _ _ 3 . Replace the lens cap . 4 . Unload the cassette . 5 . Disconnect the power source . 25
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( 3 About the LCD and viewfinder screen : The screens are produced with 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 or green dots . This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction . O The camcorder will shut off after 5 minutes when left in record pause mode to protect tape and video heads . " _ AUTO POWER OFF " appears 20 seconds before shutoff . To continue recording , turn the POWER switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA . O Wait until the tape counter stops completely before you start recording . O When you do not remove the cassette , you can record the next scene without producing any noise or blank sections between the recordings even if you turn the camcorder off . O Bright light may make it difficult to use the LCD screen . In such case , use the viewfinder instead . O When recording near loud sounds ( such as fireworks , drums or concerts ) , sound may become distorted or may be recorded not in the actual sound level . This is not a malfunction . AIIow i ng the Su bj ec t Qn ! tQ th LC D _ eQn You can rotate the LCD panel so that the screen faces in the [ same direction as the lens . The viewfinder switches on allowing / ( _ you to use the viewfinder while the subject can monitor the Thl : iemnage appears mirror reversed ( LeD MIRROR ON ) . However , you can choose to display the image as it is being / _ ' _ " 4 _ [ _ , _ recorded ( LCD MIRROR OFF ) . L M ( _ E [ _ NU37 ) DISPLAY SETUP / _ ) _ LCD MIRROR . . . ON 1 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU 2 . TurnprtehsesStsEhEeTTdialdials . te ° lect [ DISPLAY SETUP / ( _ ] and _ l & ' _ ' _ the SET dial . _ , _ 1 3 . Turn the SET dial to select [ LCD MIRROR ] and press 4 . Turn the SET dial to select [ OFF ] . 26
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5 . Press the MENU button to close the menu . MENU When [ LCD MIRROR ] is set to [ ON ] , some screen displays appear mirror - reversed . The battery symbol indicates the charge status of the battery pack . m " ¢ t _ " starts flashing in red when the battery pack is empty . When you attach an empty battery pack , the power may turn off without _ = displaying " _ " . = o The actual battery charge may not be Indicates the recording time in hours , indicated accurately depending on the minutes and seconds . condition under which battery pack and camcorder are used . Indicates the remaining time of the tape in minutes . " _ " moves during recording . " [ _ ] END " flashes when the tape reaches the end . • When the time left is less than 15 seconds , the remaining tape time may not appear . • Depending on the type of the tape , the The camcorder counts from ! to 10 indication may not be displayed correctly . 27
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REC SEARCH - button / _ / Z REC SEARCH + button ( record review ) button Record Review I In record pause mode , this function allows you to review the last few seconds of your recording to check if it has been recorded properly , Press and release the _ ( record review ) button . The camcorder rewinds the tape , plays back the last few seconds , and returns to record pause mode . Record Search In record pause mode , this function allows you to play back the tape ( forward or reverse ) to locate the point where you wish to begin recording . Press and hold the REC SEARCH + button ( forward ) or - button ( reverse ) . • Release the button at the point you wish to begin recording . • The camcorder returns to record pause mode . 28
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Zooming The camcorder is equipped with optical zoom and digital zoom . Zoom in i T W i Zoom out m Zoom iever _ = Optjca ! Zoom 22x optical zoom 20x optical zoom ] I i Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out ( wide - angle ) . Move it toward T to zoom in ( telephoto ) . Press the zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom . Press harder for a faster zoom . C ) You can also use the T and W buttons on the wireless controller . However , you cannot control the zoom speed . O Keep at least ! m ( 3,3 ft . ) to the subject , At wide - angle , you can focus on a subject as close as 1 cm ( 0,39 in , ) , O The zoom speed is slightly faster in record pause mode . 29
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Digit ! Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . When the digital zoom is activated , the camcorder automatically switches between optical and digital zoom . With digital zoom , image resolution becomes lower the more you zoom in . 88x / 440x digital zoom 80x / 400x digital zoom ( 88x in CARD CAMERA mode ) ( 80x in CARD CAMERA mode ) MENU ) _ ( _ [ _ 37 ) CAMERA SETUP D . ZOOM . . . . . . . OFF 1 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU 2 . Turn the SET dial to select [ CAMERA SETUP ] and press the SET dial . 3 . Turn the SET dial to select [ D . ZOOM ] and press the SET dial . 4 . Turn the SET dial to select a setting option . 5 . Press the MENU button to close the menu . C MENU O Digital zoom cannot be used in the night modes . O Digital zoom cannot be used in Stitch Assist mode . or when the multi - image screen is selected . O A zoom indicator appears for 4 seconds . It extends in light blue when the digital zoom is set to 88x ( ZR300 ) or 80x ( ZR200 ) , and extends further in dark blue when set to 440x ( ZR300 ) or 400x ( ZR200 ) . 30
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Tips for Making Better Videos Holding the Camcorder For maximum stability , grip the camcorder in your right hand and keep your i = l right elbow pressed against your body . If necessary , support the camcorder with your lef [ hand . Be careful that your fingers do not touch the microphone or lees . For More Stability Put the camcorder on a table Lean against a wall oo _ ' _ . m Kneel on one knee Use a tripod Lie on your elbow _ = & = o When recording outdoors , we recommend recording with the sun at your back . 0 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 ) . 5.5 mm ( 0.2 in . ) as it may damage the camcorder . oI Do not use tripods with fastening screws longer than 31
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Playing Back a Tape playback using Cleaning If the picture is distorted , clean the video heads a Canon Head Cassette or a commercially available digital video head - cleaning cassette ( El3 ! 32 ) . 1 . Set the camcorder to PLAY ( VCR ) Set the POWER switch to PLAY ( VCR ) and the TAPEICARD switch to _ ] . ® oe 2 . Open the LCD panel . Youcanalsoclosethe LCD panel withthe screen facing outward . ® ® 3 . Press the _ 1 _ button to rewind the tape . 4 . Press the I _ / ill button to begin playback . 5 . Press the • button to stop playback . O To use the viewfinder , close the LCD panel . O About the screen display : During playback , the time code gives the hours , minutes , seconds and frames . The remaining tape time may not appear when the time left is less than ! 5 seconds . 32
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Specia ! P ! ayback MQdes C3 _ iiiiiii _ i _ ii _ i / iiii ! _ i _ ! iiiiii _ ! iii _ _ i _ i o o I I _ / 1 ! ( Playback Pause ) To pause playback , press the I _ / l | button during normal playback . ( Fast Forward Playback ) / _ ( Rewind Playback ) m Plays back the tape at 9.5 times normal speed ( forward or reverse ) . Press and hold the button during normal playback or fast forward . - / _ 1U ( Reverse Playback ) Press the button on the wireless controller during normal playback . Press the I1 _ ( play ) & button to return to normal playback . o + / 111 _ ( Frame Advance ) / - / _ 1 II ( Frame Reverse ) Plays back frame - by - frame . Press the button on the wireless controller repeatedly during playback pause . Press and hold it to play back continuous frame advance / frame reverse . SLOW IJ " ( Slow Forward ) / ( Slow Reverse ) Plays back at about 1 / 3 normal speed . Press the button on the wireless controller during normal or reverse playback . Press the I _ ( play ) button to return to normal playback . x2 ( Forward x2 Playback ) / ( Reverse x2 Playback ) Plays back at 2 times normal speed . Press the button on the wireless controller during normal or reverse playback . Press the I1 _ ( play ) button to return to normal playback . O There is no sound during special playback . O The picturemay become distorted during some special playback modes . O The camcorder stops the tape automatically after 5 minutes in playback pause mode to protect tape and video heads . 33
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Adjusting the Volume When you use the LCD screen for playback , the camcorder plays back the sound via built - in speaker . The speaker does not sound when you close the LCD panel . Speaker SET dial Turn the SET dial up to increase the volume , and down to lower the volume . • A volume bar appears for 2 seconds . • You can turn off the volume completely by turning the SET dial down until [ OFF ] appears . Turn the SET dial up to increase the volume again . 34
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Playing Back on a TV Screen ! _ s with AudiaLVide _ Te _ min al s Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual . Signal flow m STV - 250N Stereo Video Cable ( supplied ) o 1 . Turn off all devices before starting the connections . 2 . Connect the STV - 250N Stereo Video Cable to the camcorder's AV terminal and the audio / video terminals on the TV / VCR . Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal L ( left ) , the red plug to the red audio terminal R ( right ) and the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal VIDEO . 3 . If connecting to a TV , set the input selector to VIDEO . If connecting to a VCR , set the input selector to LINE . 0 We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power source . O TVs with Video ID - 1 system : Recordings made in the widescreen mode will be automatically played back in widescreen mode . 35
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Selecting the Audio Output Channe ! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . You can select the output channels when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels . MENU ) _ ) ( _ ] 37 ) AUDIO SETUP OUTPUT CH . . . . L / R I . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU 2 . Turn the SET dial to select [ AUDIO SETUP ] and press the SET dial . 3 . Turn the SET dial to select [ OUTPUT CH ] and press the SET dial . 4 . Turn the SET dial to select a setting option . • L / R : Stereo : L + R channels , Bilingual : Main + Sub . • L / L : Stereo : L channel , Bilingual : Main . • R / R : Stereo : R channel , Bilingual : Sub . 5 . Press the MENU button to close the menu . MENU The setting resets to the LiR setting when you turn the camcorder off . 36
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Menus and Settings Many of the camcorder's advanced functions are selected from menus that appear on the screen . _ * SET bdialutton MENU 1 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . m MENU O . 2 . Turn the SET dial to select a submenu and press the SET dial . = _ 3 . Turn the SET dial to select a menu item and press the SET dial . = o 4 . Turn the SET dial to select a setting option . 5 . Press the MENU button to close the menu . When setting the white balance , shutter speed or language , press the SET dial first before pressing the MENU button . MENU 0 Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu . 0 Items that are not available appear in purple . 37
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Menu and Defau ! t Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Default settings are shown in boldface . CAMERA MENU * ZR300 only , Menultem Submenu I Setting Options [ 33 D . EFFECT SETUP CARD MIX ! 06 D . E . SELECT , FADER , EFFECT , MULTI - S 6 ! FADER TYPE FADE - T , WIPE , CORNER , JUMP , FLIP , PUZZLE , ZIGZAG , BEAM , TIDE EFFECT TYPE ART , BLACK & WHITE , SEPIA , MOSAIC , BALL , CUBE , WAVE , COLOR MASK , MIRROR MS . SPEED MANUAL , FAST , MODERATE , SLOW M . S . SPLIT 4,9,16 CAMERA SETUP SHUTTER AUTO , 1 / 60 , ! / 100 , ! / 250,1 / 500 , ! / ! 000 , 56 ! / 2000 A . SL SHUTTER 57 ON , OFF D . ZOOM ZR300 ZR200 3O OFF , 88X , 440X OFF , 80X , 400X IMG STAB ( ( ill ) ) ON , OFF 76 WHITE BAh 54 AUTO , SET _ = _ , INDOOR _ . & : , OUTDOOR _ - NIGHT MODE * 48 toNIGHT , [ ] NIGHT + , _ S . NIGHT SELF TIMER 58 ON _ e ) , OFF SKIN DETAIL 50 SOFT , NORMAL STILL L REC OFF , 1 _ 1 FINE , I _ 1 NORMAL 93 VCR SETUP REC MODE 59 SP , LP AUDIO SETUP WIND SCREEN AUTO , OFF 6O AUDIO MODE 6O ! 6bit , 12bit 38
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Submenu Menu Item I Setting Options DISPLAY SETUP / BRIGHTNESS 75 LCD MIRROR ON , OFF 2 ° ITII TV SCREEN ON , OFF 125 D _ DISPLAY 24 ON , OFF 74 LANGUAGE _ See list of languages . DATE FORMAT 74 DEMO MODE 76 ON , OFF SYSTEM WLREMOTE ON , OFF _ D 75 BEEP 75 ON , OFF T . ZONE / DST See list of time zones . 22 D _ IME SET 22 MYCAMERA S - UP SOUND OFF , DEFAULT , MY SOUND 73 m SHTR SOUND OPER . SOUND SELF _ SOUND = o 39
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PLAY ( VCR ) MENU Submenu Menultem [ Z _ Setting Options D . EFFECT SETUP D . E . SELECT , FADER , EFFECT , MULTI - S 6 ! FADER TYPE FADE - T , WIPE , CORNER , JUMP , FLIP , PUZZLE , ZIGZAG , BEAM , TIDE EFFECT TYPE ART , BLACK & WHITE , SEPIA , MOSAIC , BALL , CUBE , WAVE , COLOR MASK , MIRROR M . S . SPEED MANUAL , FAST , MODERATE , SLOW M . S . SPLIT 4,9,16 VCR SETUP REC MODE 59 SP , LP AV = _ DV ON , OFF 82 AUDIO SETUP OUTPUT CH 36 L / R , UL , PJR AUDIO DUB . AUDIO IN , MIC . IN 84 WIND SCREEN 60 AUTO , OFF AUDIO MODE 60 ! 6bit , 12bit 12bit AUDIO 86 STEREO1 , STEREO2 , MIX / FIXED , MIX / VARL MIX BALANCE 86 IMG QUALITY CARD SETUP SUPER FINE , FINE , NORMAL 89 MOVIE SIZE 329x249,160x120 g0 FILE NOS . RESET , CONTINUOUS 91 DISPLAY SETUP / BRIGHTNESS 75 TV SCREEN ON , OFF 125 DISPLAYS ON , OFF < PLAYBK > 125 6SEC.DATE ON , OFF 69 DATA CODE DATE / TIME , CAMERA DATA , CAM . & D / T 68 D / TIME SEL . DATE , TIME , DATE & TIME 68 LANGUAGE _ See list of languages . 74 DATE FORMAT 74 40
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Submenu Menultem [ 33 Setting Options SYSTEM WL . REMOTE 75 ON , OFF _ c _ BEEP ON , OFF 7 ° ITII T . ZONE / DST See Iist of time zones . 22 D _ IME SET 22 MY CAMERA S - UP SOUND OFF , DEFAULT , MY SOUND 73 SHTR SOUND OPER . SOUND SELF _ SOUND m } , o , . = _ = o 41
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CARD CAMERA MENU I . . . . * ZR300 only . Submenu Menu Item Setting Options EZ3 D . EFFECT SETUP EFFECT 64 , BLACK & WHITE CAMERA SETUP SHUTTER 56 AUTO , 1 / 60 , 1 / 100,1 / 250 A . SL SHUTTER ON , OFF 57 D . ZOOM ZR300 ZR200 3O OFF , 88X OFF , 80X WHITE BAL . 54 AUTO , SET , # _ , INDOOR - _ , OUTDOOR , _ , - FOCUS PRI . 99 ON , OFF NIGHT MODE * 48 _ NIGHT , [ ] NIGHT + , _ S . NIGHT SELF TIMER 58 ON _ . ) , OFF SKIN DETAIL 50 SOFT , NORMAL REVIEW 96 OFF , 2see , 4sec , 6sec , 8sec , 10sec CARD SETUP IMG QUALITY SUPER FINE , FINE , NORMAL 89 IMAGE SIZE 89 1024x768 , 640x480 MOVIE SIZE 9O 320x240,160xl 20 FILE NOS . 91 RESET , CONTINUOUS AUDIO SETUP WIND SCREEN 6O AUTO , OFF DISPLAY SETUP / BRIGHTNESS 75 LCD MIRROR 26 ON , OFF TV SCREEN 125 ON , OFF D / T DISPLAY 24 ON , OFF 74 LANGUAGE _ SeeIistofIanguages . DATE FORMAT 74 DEMO MODE ON , OFF 76 SYSTEM WL . REMOTE 75 ON , OFF _ BEEP 75 ON , OFF T . ZONE / DST SeeIistoftimezones . 22 DfTIME SET 22 42
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Submenu Menultem Setting Options MY CAMERA S - UP SOUND OFF , DEFAULT , MY SOUND 73 SHTR SOUND OPER . SOUND SELF _ SOUND m o , . o , , : : 3 o 43
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CARD PLAY MENU Submenu Menu Item Setting Options [ _ CARD _ PRINT ORDERS NO , YES 120 OPERATIONS ALL ERASE ( Single Image I _ ¢ TRANS . ORDERS NO , YES 124 Display ) ALL ERASE IMAGE ERASE CANCEL , SINGLE , ALL 105 FORMAT CANCEL , EXECUTE 11 O CARD = _ O _ PROTECT 104 OPERATIONS ( Index Screen ) , . _ _ PRINT ORDER 119 = 1 , _ TRANSFER ORDER 124 DISPLAY SETUP / BRIGHTNESS 75 TV SCREEN ON , OFF 125 DISPLAYS ON , OFF < PLAYBK > 125 D / TIME SEL . DATE , TIME , DATE & TIME 68 LANGUAGE ( _ See list of languages . 74 DATE FORMAT 74 SYSTEM WL . REMOTE ON , OFF ( ( l _ 75 BEEP ON , OFF 75 T . ZONE / DST See list of time zones . 22 D / TIME SET 22 MY CAMERA CREATE START - UP IMAGE 111 SEL . S - UP IMG NO IMAGE , CANON LOGO , MY IMAGE 73 S - UP SOUND OFF , DEFAULT , MY SOUND 73 SHTR SOUND OPER . SOUND SELF - T SOUND , . _ _ PRINT Appears when connecting a printer with direct print function . 120 44
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Using the Recording Programs l _ Easy Recording P [ og [ am . . . . . . . . . . . . . [ . _ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The camcorder adjusts focus , exposure and other settings automatically , allowing you to just point and shoot . _ Auto The camcorder adjusts focus , exposure and other settings automatically . However , you have the option of adjusting the settings manually . OSports Use this mode to record sports scenes ( such as tennis or golf ) or moving objects ( such as roller coasters ) . m o QPortrait Use this mode to give accent to your subject by blurring the background or foreground . The blur effect increases the more you zoom to telephoto . _ Spotlight Use this mode to record spotlit scenes or fireworks . _ Sand & Snow Use this mode in bright places such as a sunny beach or ski resort . It prevents the subject from being underexposed . OLow Light Use this mode to record in dimly lit places . 45
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Program selector Availability of Functions in Each Mode : Recording Program o mlmlolml lm Image Stabilizer x ( on ) 0 Focus x ( A ) 0 White Balance x ( A ) 0 Wind screen x ( A ) O Shutter Speed x ( A ) O I x ( A ) AE Shift x O I x I O Digital Effects x O Card Mix x O O : Available X : Not available A : Auto setting Shaded area : Can be used only in CAMERA mode . . . . . . . . . + . . + . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + . . . . + . . . . + . . . . . . + . . . . . . . + . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Set the program selector to EASY . " 0 EASY " appears . _ / _ 46
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1 . Set the program selector to [ ] . 2 . Press the SET dial . A list of the program AE modes appears , 3 . Select a mode and press the SET dial . The symbol of the mode appears on the upper left corner of the screen , C ) The setting resets to the Auto mode when you change the position of the program selector . O Do not change the mode during recording as the brightness of the image may _ change abruptly , o _ = < 0 Sports / Portrait mode : _ , _ The picture may not appear smooth when played back . _ o . O Sand & Snow mode : = = _ - The subject may become overexposed in dark surroundings . Check the image on the screen , o - The picture may not appear smooth when played back . O Low Light mode : - Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage . - Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes . - The camcorder may have difficulty to focus automatically . 47
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Using the Night Modes NIGHT Allows you to record in dark places where lights cannot be used , without sacrificing color . The assist lamp lights up and stays on , allowing you to record in dark places without sacrificing color . 1 _ NIGHT + Allows you to record in very dark places without sacrificing _ S . NIGHT color . The assist lamp lights up automatically responding to the surround ng br ghtness . Night Mode Program selector Night + Mode " dial Super Night Mode NIGHT MODE button MEN _ button MENU ) _ ( [ _ 37 ) CAMERA SETUP NIGHT MODE . . . [ ] NIGHT + I . Set the program selectorto [ _ . 2 . Open the menu and select [ CAMERA SETUP ] . Select [ NIGHT MODE ] , selecta settingoption and close the menu . 3 . Press the NIGHT MODE button . • The symboloftheselectedmode appearsonthescreen . • Pressing the NIGHT MODE button again resets the camcorder to the Auto mode , 1 . Set the program selector to ( _ . 2 . Press the NIGHT MODE button . • " _ " appears . • Pressing the NIGHT MODE button again resets the camcorder to the Auto mode . 48
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0 Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage . C ) Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes . O White points may appear on the screen . O Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes . In such case , adjust the focus manually . O Digital zoom and multi - image screen cannot be used while a night mode is activated . O The program AE mode cannot be changed while a night mode is activated . m 49
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Skin Detail Function When shooting close - ups of people , the camcorder automatically softens details to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections for a more complimentary appearance . MENU ) > ( [ _ 37 ) CAMERA SETUP SKIN DETAIL . . NORMAL Open the menu and select [ CAMERA SETUP ] . Select [ SKIN DETAIL ] , set it to [ SOFT ] and close the menu . O Skin detail function cannot be used when the program selector is set to EASY . C ) [ SKIN DETAIL ] resets to [ NORMAL ] when you change the position of the POWER switch or the program selector . O To obtain the best effect , use this function when recording a person in close - up . Note that areas similar to the skin color may lack in detail . 5O
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Adjusting the AE Shift You can adjust the AE ( auto exposure ) function to lighten or darken the image . This allows you to compensate for backlit or overexposed scenes . Available Levels : - 2 to + 2 , in 0.25 intervals ( excluding - 1.75 and + ! . 75 ) . / . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A . . E . . . . SHIFT button , ' , SET dial 1 . Set the program selector to 1 _ . I _ T _ m 2 . Set the program AE mode to a mode other than the O Easy Recording , _ Spotlight or . ' _ Sand & Snow mode . 3 . Press the AE SHIFT button . AESHIFT / " AE + 0 " appears in light blue . NDSEARCH 4 . Turn the SET dial to adjust the AE shift level . • Turn the SET dial up to lighten the image and down to darken the image . • If " MF " is displayed in light blue , AE shift cannot be adjusted . % ; Press the AE SHIFT button again to display " AE + 0 " in light blue . The camcorder retains the setting even if you turn it off or change the program AE mode . 51
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Adjusting the Focus Manually Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects . In such case , focus manually . Subjects with bow Through Reflective contrast or without Fast Moving dirty or wet Night Scenes surfaces vertical iines Subjects windows FOCUS button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Z . . o . . o . . m lever Program selector _ SET dial I 1 . Set the program selector to { _ . 2 . Adjust the zoom . When you operate the zoom after adjusting the focus , the subject may not stay in focus . Adjust the zoom before the focus . . r 3 . Press the FOCUS button . " MF " appears . 4 . Turn the SET dial to adjust the focus . • Turn the SET dial up or down until the image appears focused , • Press the FOCUS button to return to autofocus . O The setting resets to autofocus when you switch the program selector to EASY . O Readjust the focus when you have turned off the camcorder . 52
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I . n fi . n . i . t . v Eocus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks . Press the FOCUS button more than 2 seconds after step 2 in Adjusting the Focus Manually . " MF co " appears , When you operate the zoom or turn the SET dial , " co " disappears and the camcorder changes to manual focus . m c ) , < 0 53
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Setting the White Balance You can use the preset modes to reproduce colors more accurately , or set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting . AUTO Auto white balance SET _ a = Use the custom white balance setting to make white subjects appear white under colored lighting . INDOOR _ , 6 _ Use this mode for recording under changing lighting condition , video lights or sodium lamps . OUTDOOR - ; , e . ' - Use this mode for recording night scenes , fireworks , sunrise or sunset . White sheet _ . , . \ Program selector I MENU ) _ ( [ _ [ _ 37 ) CAMERA SETUP WHITE BAL . . . . AUTO I . Set the program selector to [ ] . 2 . For custom white balance : Point the camcorder at a white object and zoom in until it fills the whole screen . Keep the camcorder zoomed at the white object until step 3 is completed . 3 . Open the menu and select [ CAMERA SETUP ] . Select [ WHITE BAL . ] , select a setting option and close the menu . When you have selected [ SET _ ] : " a , L " flashes and stops flashing when settings is complete . 54
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O Use the auto setting for normal outdoor scenes . C ) When the program selector is set to EASY . white balance is preset to [ AUTO ] . O The camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off . However , it resets to [ AUTO ] when you change the position of the TAPE / CARD switch . O When you have set the custom white balance : - Depending on the light source , " _ " may keep flashing . The result will still be better than with the auto setting . - Reset the white balance when the lighting condition changes . - Turn off the digital zoom . O Custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases : - Changing lighting conditions - Close - ups - Subjects in a single color ( sky , sea or forest ) - Under mercury lamps or certain types of fluorescent lights m 55
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Setting the Shutter Speed You can adjust the shutter speed manually to make stable shots of fast moving subjects . MENU ) _ ) ( [ _ 37 ) CAMERA SETUP SHUTTER . . . . . . AUTO 1 . Set the program selector to [ ] . 2 . Set the program AE mode to the [ ] ( Auto ) mode . 3 . Open the menu and select [ CAMERA SETUP ] . 4 . Select [ SHUTTER ] . 5 . Select the shutter speed and press the SET dial . CAMERA Mode CARD CAMERA Mode AUTO AUTO ! / 60 ! / 60 1 / 100 1 / 100 1 / 250 1 / 250 1 / 500 ! / 1000 1 / 2000 6 . Close the menu . C ) If the shutter speed is set to 1 / 500 or higher in CAMERA mode and you switch to CARD CAMERA mode , it automatically changes to 1 / 250 . O Do not point the camcorder directly at the sun when the shutter speed is set to 1 / 1000 or higher . O The image may flicker when recording with high shutter speeds . O Recording under fluorescent lights ( CAMERA mode ) : In Easy Recording , Auto mode or the night modes , the camcorder automatically detects the flicker of fluorescent lighting and adjusts the shutter speed accordingly . However , if the screen starts to flicker , select AUTO mode and set the shutter speed to 1 / 100 . O The setting resets to the auto setting when you switch the program selector to EASY , or change the program AE mode . O Guidelines for Recording with High Shutter Speeds : - Outdoor sports such as golf or tennis : ! / 2000 - Moving objects such as cars or roller coasters : 1 / 1000 , 1 / 500 or ! / 250 - Indoor sports such as basketball : ! / ! 00 56
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In Easy Recording mode and when [ SHUTTER ] is set to [ AUTO ] in Auto mode , the camcorder uses shutter speeds down to 1 / 30 in CAMERA mode and 1 / 15 in CARD CAMERA mode . This allows you to record brightly in places with insufficient lighting . However , you can set the camcorder not to use a slow shutter speed . MENU ) _ ) ( [ _ I _ 37 ) CAMERA SETUP A . SL SHUTTER . 0N Open the menu and select [ CAMERA SETUP ] . Select [ A . SL SHUTTER ] , set itto [ OFF ] and close the menu . C ) When set to [ ON ] , moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage . C ) The camcorder retains the setting separately in CAMERA and CARD CAMERA mode . O If " 4 _ " ( camcorder shake warning ) appears in CARD CAMERA mode , stabilize the camcorder , for example , by mounting it on a tripod or placing it on a table . m 57
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Using the Self - Timer The self - timer can be used for recording movies and still images . . . . . . . . P . . H . . . OTO button Start / stop button SET dial _ " _ MENU button When recording movies MENU ) _ ( _ 37 ) CAMERA SETUP SELF TIMER . . . OFF 1 . Open the menu and select [ CAMERA SETUP ] . Select [ SELF TIMER ] , set it to [ ON < _ . ) ] and close the menu . " _ " appears . 2 . Press the start / stop button . • The camcorder starts recording after a 10 - second countdown ( 2 seconds when using the wireless controller ) . The count down appears on the screen . • To record a still image , press the PHOTO button ( [ Z3 92 ) . C ) To cancel the self - timer , set [ SELF TIMER ] to [ OFF ] . Once the countdown has begun , you can also press the start / stop button ( when recording movies ) or the PHOTO button ( when recording still image ) to cancel the self - timer . O The self - timer will be canceled when you turn off the camcorder . 58
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Changing the Recording Mode ( SP / LP ) You can choose between SP ( standard play ) and LP ( long play ) . LP extends the tape usage by ! . 5 times . MENU _ , > ( [ _ [ _ 37 ) VCR SETUP REC MODE . . . . . SP TO change to LP mode , open the menu and select [ VCR SETUP ] . Select [ REC MODE ] , set it to [ LP ] and close the menu . _ Tapes recorded in LP mode cannot be used for audio dubbing . 0 Depending on the nature and usage condition of the tape , picture and sound recorded in LP mode may be distorted . We recommend using the SP mode for important recordings . 0 If you record in both SP and LP modes on the same tape , the playback picture may become distorted and the time code may not be written correctly . 0 If you play back a tape that has been recorded in LP mode with another digital device on this camcorder , or vice versa , picture and sound may become m distorted . 59
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Audio Recording Changing the Audio Mode You can record sound in two audio modes - - 16 - bit and ! 2 - bit . The ! 2 - bit mode records sound on two channels ( stereo 1 ) , leaving 2 channels free ( stereo 2 ) for adding new sound later . Select the 16 - bit mode for higher sound quality . MENU ) _ > ( [ _ 37 ) AUDIO SETUP AUDIO MODE . . . 12bit Open the menu and select [ AUDIO SETUP ] . Select [ AUDIO MODE ] , set it to [ 16bit ] and close the menu . " ! 6bit " appears for approximately 4 seconds . WindScreen The camcorder reduces wind noise automatically . However , you can turn off the wind screen when recording indoors , or when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible . * Only when [ AUDIO DUB , ] is set to [ MIC , IN ] . MENU ) > ( [ _ 37 ) AUDIO SETUP WIND SCREEN . . AUTO Open the menu and select [ AUDIO SETUP ] . Select [ WIND SCREEN ] , set it to [ OFF ] and close the menu . " WS ri _ , , appears when you turn the wind screen off . 60