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PUBDIM - 519 CallOll Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual Camescope video num _ rique Manuel d'instruction Videoc _ mara digital Manual de Instrucciones 70 65 60 Mini ] r _ Digi _ lett Video JEt _ C _ s _ , e This instruction manual covers the ZR70 MC , ZR65 MC and ZR60 Please note that illustrations and explanation in this manual are based on the ZRTO MC . Ce manuel d'instruction traite des modules ZR70 MC , ZR65 MC et ZR60 . Veuillez noter que les illustrations et les explications contenues dans ce manuel sont bas _ es sur le ZR70 MC Este manual de instrucdones cubre la ZR70 MC , la ZR65 MC , y la ZR60 Tenga en cuenta que las ilustraciones y las explicaciones de este manual se basan en la ZR70 MC
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Important Usage Instructions WARNING : F 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 Vdeo Camcorder , ZR70 MC / ZR65 MC / ZR60 systems This device compiles with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions : ( 1 ) This device may not cause harmful inter felence , and ( 2 ) this device must accept any interference received , D including interferel _ ce that may cause undes red operation Note : This equipment has been tested al _ d found to comply with the limits for class S digital device , pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limts are desiglled to prtlv _ de reasonable protection against harmful inte ference in a lesidential installation This equipment generates , uses and can radiate ladio frequency energy and , if not installed and use in accordance with the instruct on % may cause harmful intelference to radio communications However , there is no gualantee thaf interference will not occur in a part cular installation If this equipment does cause harmful inter felence to radio or te ] evis on reception , whid ' _ can be determined by turning the equipment off and on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the inter felence by one or more of the following measures : • Reorient or _ elocate t _ e receiving antenna • _ ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different flora that to which the leceiver is connected • Consult the dealer or an experiel _ ced radio / TV technician for help Use of shie ded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpalt Bof Part 15 of FCC Rules DO not make al _ y changes or modifications to the equipment ul _ less otherwise specified in the manual If such changes or modifirations should be made , you could be required to stop operation of the equipment Canol _ USA Inc One Canon Plaza , Lake Success , NY 11042 , U S A Tel No ( 516 ) 328 - 5600 TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK , MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT , FULLY CAUTION : INSERT . The lightning flash with arrowhead Impo _ antWarning symbol , wit hJn an equi atelal triang e , is intended to alelt the usel to the presence of uninsulated " dangerous voFtage " within the product _ enclosure , that may he of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC CAUTION : The exdamat on point , within an SHOCK , DO NOT REMOVE COVER ( OR equilateral t Jangle , is intended to alert the | BACK ) . NO USER - SERVICEABLE PARTS user to the presence of impor tarlt | INSIDE . REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED operating and maintenance ( se / vicing ) instructions in the litelature accompanying LSERVICEF'ERSON NEE the product ¸
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In these safety instructions the word " product " 10 Power Sources - - The CA - 570 Compact refers to the Canon Digital Video Camco _ der Power Adapter should be operated only ZR70 MC / ZR6R MC / ZR60 A and all its from the type of power source indicated on accessol _ es the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home , consult 1 Read Instructions - - All the safety and your product dealer or local power operating instructions should be _ ead compen _ Regarding other power sources before the p _ duct is operated ¸ such as battery power ; refer to instructions in this manual 2 Retain Instructions - - The safety and operating instructions should be retained 11 Polarization - - The CA - 570 Compact Power for future reference Adapter is equipped with a polarized 2 - prong plug ( a plug having one blade wider - - 3 Heed Warnings - - All warnings on the than the other ) p _ ) duct and in the operating instructions The 2 ^ prong polarized plug will fit into the _ . should be adhered to power outlet only one way This is a safety _ , 4 Follow Instructions - - All operating and feature If you are unable to insert the plug _ " maintenance instructions should be fully into the outlet , try reversing the plug followed ¸ If the plug still fails to fit , contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet 5 Cleaning - - Unplug this product from the Do not defeat the safety purpose of the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use polarized plug liquid or aerosol cleaners The product should be cleaned only as recommended in 12 Power Cord P _ Dtection - - Power cords this manual should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed 6 Accessories - - DO not use accessories not upon or against them Pay perticular recommended in this manual asthey may attention to plugs and the point from be hazardous which the cords exit the product 7 Avoid magnetic or electric fields - - DO not 13 Outdoor Antenna Grounding - - If an use the camera close to TV transmitters , outside antenna is connected to the portable communication devices or other product , be sure the antenna is g _ ) unded sources of electric or magnetic radiation ¸ so as to provide some protection against They may cause picture interference , or voltage surges and built - up static charges permanently damage the camera ¸ Section 810 of the National Electdcal Code . 8 Water and Moisture - - Hazard of electric ANSI / NFPA NO 70 - - 1984 _ provides information with respect to proper shock - - DO not use this product near grounding of the mast and supporting water or in rainy / moist situations structure , grounding of the lead in wire to 9 Placing or Moving - - DO not place on an an antenna discharge unit , size of unstable cart , stand , tripod , bracket or grounding conductors , location of antenna table The product may fall , causing serious discharge unit , connection to grounding injury to a child or adult , electrodes , and requirements for the and serious damage to the grounding electrode See figure 1 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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18 Damage Requiring Service - - Disconnect Fig , 1 _ _ I _ " _ _ I , ' _ " _ _ this product flom the wall outlet and all power sources including battery , and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions : F a When the powe _ supply cord or plug is damaged 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 14 . Lightning - - For added protection of this instructions Adjust only those controls product during a lightning storm , or when that are cove _ d by the operation it is left unattended and unused for long instructions Improper adjustment of o = periods of time , disconnect it from the wall other controls may result in damage and outlet and disconnect the antenna This will will often require extensive work by a , o prevent damage to the product due to qualified technician to restore the lightning and power - line surges product to its normal operation t5 e If the product has been dropped or the Overloading - - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a cabinet has been damaged risk of fire or electro shock f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance This indicates a 16 Objects and Liquid Entry - - Never push need for service objects of any kind into tHs product through openings as they may touch 19 Replacement Pads - - When replacement dangerous voltage points or short out parts parts are _ quk _ d , be sure the service that could result in a fire or electric shock technician has used _ placement parts that Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind are specified by Canon or that have the same characteristics as the oRginal part ¸ onto the product Unauthorized substitutions may result in 17 . Servicing - - Do not attempt to service this fire , electric shock or other hazards ¸ product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous 20 Safety Check - - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product , ask the voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the p _ ) duct is in safe operating order When replacement of power supply is required , please return it to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA - 570 . The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC . For areaswhere 120 V AC power is not used , you will need a special plug adapter . Contact your nearest Canon Service Center for further information .
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Reference Guide The following manuals are supplied with the camcorder : 4 O Digital Video Camcorder ZR7O MC / ZR65 MC / ZR60 Instruction Manual This manual explains the camcorder operations from basic video recording to the use of the full range of features O Windows XP Users Only DV NETWORK SOLUTION DISK So _ Nare Instruction Manual This manual explains how to download / upload imagesfrom / to the memory card D using a DV ( IEEE1394 ) cable . You can also perform videoconference and file transfer over the Intemet using the provided software . Available functions depend upon the camcorder model and networking environment , o - _ DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK Software Instruction Manual This manual explains how to download images from the memory card to a computer using the supplied US8 cable . You can add sample images for Card Mix and My Camera settings from the supplied DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK _ Trademark Acknowledgements • Canon is a registered trademark of Canon inc . • M _ , isa trademark . • _ ' _ logo isa trademark _ • Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc , registered in the United States and other countries _ • Windows _ iseither a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and / or 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 Introduction Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Thank You for Choosing a Canon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 introducing the ZR70 MCFZR65MOZR60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Components Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Mastering the Basics Preparations Using a Household Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Attaching and Charging the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 installing the Backup Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 o = Preparing the Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Loading a Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 - o Using the Wireless Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Setting the Time Zone , Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 BasicRecording Recording Movies on a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Zooming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Using the LCD Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Searching and Reviewing when Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Tips for Making Better Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Basic Playback Playing Back a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Playing Back on a TV Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Using the Full Range of Features General Menus and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Changing the Remote Sensor Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Customizing the Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Setting the Light - up Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Other Camcorder Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Recording Changing the Recording Mode ( SP / LP ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Recording Still Images on a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Using the Recording Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Using Digital Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Using the Multi - Image Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Turning Off the image Stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Recording With the Self - Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Audio Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Using the VL - 3 Video Light ( Optional ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Using the DM - 50 Microphone ( Optional ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Manual Adjustments Adjusting the FocusManually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
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AdjustitnhgeAEShift 77 SettinthgeShuttSerpeed 780 SettinthgeWhiteBalance 8 Playback 4 MagnifytihnegImage 823 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DisplaytihnegDatCaod . e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 . . . 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PhotSoearch / DSaetaer . c . . h . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 . ReturntinoagPre - marPkeodsiti . o . . n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 . . 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Editing Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Recording from Analog Video Devices ( VCR , TV or Camcorder ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Recording from Digital Video Devices ( DV Dubbing ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals ( Analog - Digital Converter ) . . . - . . . 92 Replacing Existing Scenes ( AV Insert ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Audio Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 C Connecting to a Computer Using a DV ( IEEE1394 ) Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 o _ Using a Memory Card Inserting and Removing the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Selecting the Image Quality / Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Recording Still Images on a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Recording Panoramic Images ( Stitch Assist Mode ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Recording Motion JPEGMovies on a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Playing Back a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Protecting Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Erasing Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Selecting Still Images for Printing ( Print Order ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Printing with the Direct Print Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Combining Images ( Card Mix ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Copying Still Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Formatting a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Connecting to a Computer Using a USB Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Creating a Start - up Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Memory Card Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Additional Information
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Con _ n _ iQos Used in _ hi _ Manu _ ! Operating Modes • Position of the Operating Mode POWER Switch CAMERA CAMERA PLAY ( VCR ) PLAY ( VCR ) _ i _ are _ : ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only , o _ Available functions depend upon the operating mode . It is indicated asfollows : : Function can be used in this mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : Function cannot be used in this mode . e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . O [ _ : Reference page number . O [ ] : Functionsto be operated on the body of the camcorder O [ ] : Functions to be operated on the wireless controller , O _ : Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures . O _ : Precautions related to the camcorder operation . O Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller O [ ] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen . O " Screen " refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen . 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 : ZR70 MC / ZR65 MC / ZR60 Purchased From : Serial No . : Dealer Address : Dealer Phone No . :
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Thank You for Choosing a Canon The Canon ZR70 MC / ZR65 MC / ZR60 provides a full range of options and functions We L % m recommend reading this manual thoroughly before you use the camcorder . It will help you to become more familiar with your camcorder , and learn how to operate it properly . We suggest that you master the basic operations of the camcorder first , before moving on to its full range of features . Checking 5 uppli _ d Ac _ o _ i _ D Two AA Batteries Lens Cap and Lens SS - 800 Shoulder Strap WL - D79 _ reless Controtter , Cap Cord WDDS0Wireless Controller Lithium Button BP - 512 CA - 570Compact WA - 30.5 Battery CR1616 BatteryPack , Power Adapter ( incl . Wide Attachment _ _ ower cord ) BP - 50BBattery Pack STV - 250N Stereo _ mm _ a _ ra pz _ ra Video Cable IFC - 3OOPCUUSBCabSe Hard Case for SD SDC _ SM SD Memory Card ( containing Memory Card sample images ) DV NETWORK SOLUTION DISK _ _ r _ r _ DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK
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Introducing the ZR70 MC / ZR65 MC / ZR60 F Simply slide Carton's DM - 5O Directional Stereo Microphone or VL - 3 Video Light into the accessory shoe ; the camcorder will automatically provide power and connections . g Show your creativity by using the special effects and faders . The multi - image Stabilizes your recordings even in long screen captures moving subjects in 4 , 9 or telephoto shots ( in Camera mode ) 16 sequences of still images . Allows recording even in dark places . You can record images on a SD Memory The Night mode adjusts automatically to Card or MultiMediaCard . Images the optimum shutter speed . recorded in Stitch Assist mode can be merged into one panoramic scene with the supplied software . With the ZR7O MC's Super Night mode ( in Camera mode ) and Low Light Plus You can print still images by connecting to a Canon Bubble Jet Printer with Direct mode ( in Card Camera mode ) , you can Print function . keep on shooting without turning the lights on . The assist lamp ( White LED ) lights up to illuminate the subject . Allows transfer of memory card data to a computer with built - in US8 port . You can organize and edit images on your Just press the photo button to capture computer using the supplied software . still images like photographs , The DV terminal allows high - quality You can personalize your camcorder by transfer with virtually no deterioration in customizing the start - up image and quality of images . You can edit images camcorder sounds . by connecting the camcorder to a PC with IEEE1394terminal . Windows XP Users can use the supplied software to perform videoconference and file transfer over the Internet . 10
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Components Guide ZRIO M _ ZR65 MQ'ZR _ Q [ _ REC SEARCH + button ( p . 35 ) / ( fast forward ) button ( p 37 ) / REC ( record ) SEARCH - - button CARD ÷ button * ( p 111 ) [ _ Record review button ( p . 35 ) / _ 1 _ 1 ( _ ewind ) button ( p g7 ) / ( p . 75 ) / CARD - button * ( p 11t ) Iplll ( play / pause ) button ( p . 37 ) IP 77 ) / • ( stop ) button ( p . 37 ) I [ ] ( index screen ) button * ( p 112 ) c ( p32 ) _ o _ release ) button ( p16 ) ( p . 32 ) attachment unit ( piG ) button ( p 44 ) DCINterminal ( p 15 ) Backu ( plg ) Selector dial ( p . 40 , 44 ) ( p 104 ) / CHARGE indicator ( p 16 ) y card slot * ( p 1go ) DATA DIGITAL ] _ / CODE EFFECTS ONJOFF - - DIGITAL EFFECTS ( p . 70 ) / button ( p 61 ) DATACODEbutton ( p . Rg ) - - Digital effects ON / OFFbutton ( p6 _ ) ( p . 124 ) / SLIDE SHOW button * MIX / O _ - Program selector ( p 57 ) ( p . I12 ) / E _ I ( stitch assist ) button SHowSL _ DE _ / ( p . _ 07 ) * I _ r _ r _ and _ only ¸ 11
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F - o O CAMERA } ] PLAY ( VCR ) Cassette compartment cover ( p 22 ) Cassette compartment ( p22 ) * _ r _ l and _ only 12
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4 D C - - Termina _ cover & o ( p 59 ) _ Remote sensor ( p . 24 ) _ Stereo microphone ( p 7 _ ) _ _ Terminal cover SwideoIN / OUT _ termlnaI ( p 41 ) MICterminal AV IN / OUT terminal - - ( p . 41 ) / _ ( phones ) terminal ( p 39 ) OPEN / EJECT switch ( p 22 ) ( p129 ) j Tripod socket ( p 36 ) * _ and _ r _ lonly 13
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Wire | ess C . ontmlle _ F WL - D80 o = _ _ @ MENU button ( p 44 ) PHOTO button ( p 55 , t04 ) D EFFECTS ( DigitaJ effects ) button ( p 61 ) SET button ( p . 44 } { _ START / STOP bu * ton ( p . 28 ) Search buttons ( p . 85 ) PLAY I _ bu * ton ( p . 37 ) ( _ _ SELF T bu _ ton ( p 70 ) TV SCREEN button ( p 134 ) @ FF I _ bu _ ton ( p . 37 ) { _ DATA CODE button ( p 83 ) @ ÷ / lllbbutton ( p 38 ) STOP II button ( p . 37 } _ 7 _ SEARCH SELECT button ( p 85 ) _ 8 _ ZERO SET MEMORY button ( p 86 ) @ × 2 bu _ ton ( p 38 ) 12bit AUDIO OUT button ( p 98 ) REMOTE SET button ( p 49 ) AUDIO DUB button ( p 97 ) @ SLOW I _ - button ( p 38 ) _ ) REC PAUSE button ( p 89 ) @ AV _ DV button ( p 93 ) @ RE _ button ( p 37 } / ' 411 button ( p 38 ) @ AV INSERT button ( p 95 } PAUSE II bu * ton ( p 38 ) @ DigiteJ effects ON / OFF button ( p . 61 } @ _ ' _ tNDEX button * ( p 112 } @ Transmitter @ SLIDE SHOW button " ( p . 112 ) Zoom buttons ( £ . 30 } @ CARD / + buttons * ( p . 1tl ) @ Controller buttons ( p 44 ) * l _ ' _ l ; _ rr , 1and _ lir , , _ l [ _ . l only 14
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Using a Household Power Source You can operate the camcorder from a household power source using the suppEed 4 power adapter The power adapter converts current from a power outlet ( 100 - 240 V AC , 50 / 60 Hz ) to the DCcurrent used by the camcorder . 1 . Turn the POWER switch to OFE 2 . Connect the power cord to the power adapter . 3 . Plug the power cord into a power outlet . 4 , Connect the power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal , m m 5 , After use , disconnect the power adapter from the camcorder , Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the adapter . 0 Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter . H 0 If the adapter is used close to a T _ , it may cause picture interference Move the adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable 0 Do not connect any products that are not expressly recommended to the camcorder's DC IN terminal or to the power adapter 0 You may hear some noise from the power adapter during use This is not a malfunction 15
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Attaching and Charging the Battery Pack Charge the battery pack with the supplied power adapter before you use the F camcorder for the first time and subsequently when the message " CHANGE THE BATFERYPACK " appears , 1 . Turn the POWER switch to OFE 2 . Move the viewfinder upward . 3 . Attach the battery pack to the camcorder . • Removethe termh _ al cover of the battery pack . • Align the end of the battery pack with the line on the camcorder , press lightly and slide m it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks 4 . Connect the power cord to the adapter . DC IN terminal 5 . Plug the power cord into a power outlet . 6 . Connect the power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal . CHARGEindicator 7 . 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 . 8 . Remove the battery pack after use . Pressthe BATTbutton to removethe battery O The battery pack may be defective when the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly O The CHARGE indicator informs you about the charge status . 0 - 50 % : Flashesonce every second More than 50 % : Flashestwice every second t00 % : Glows steadily 0 Do not disconnect and reconnect the power cord while charging a battery pack . 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 . 16
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Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging , recording or playback conditions , Charging Time Battery Pack Charging Time 110 mlm BP ÷ 508 ( ZR65 MC / ZR60 ) BP ÷ 512 ( ZR70 MC / optlonal ) 120 mlm 120 mlm BP ÷ 511 ( Optional ) 210 mlm BP ÷ 522 ( Optional ) 310 mlm BP ÷ 535 ( Optional ) • Charge the battery pack intemperatures between 4t ° Fand 104 ° F ( 5 ° C and 40 ° C ) • A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state Unlike conventional batter , / packs , you do not need to completely use or discharge it before charging m Recording Time Pa 00 m Battery Pack Maximum Recording Time Typical Recording Time * UsingtheViewfinclerUsing the LCD UsingtheViewfinder Using the LCD BP _ 5O8 100 rain . 75 rain . 55 mln , 40 rain . ZR65 MC / ZR60 ) BP - 512 180 min . 140 mln , 95 mln , 75 min . ( ZR70 MC / optlonal ) BP ÷ 511 ( Optional ) 180 rain . 140 rain . 95 rain . 75 rain . BP ÷ 522 ( Optional ) 370 rain . 295 rain . 195 min . 155 rain . BP ÷ 535 ( Optional ) 590 min . 470 rain , 315 min . 250 rain . * Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start / stop , zooming , power on / off . Actual time may be shorter • We recommend that you prepare batter , / packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need • To conserve battery charge , turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause mode Playback Time Battery Pack Playback Time Using the LCD 70 min . BP ÷ 508 ( ZR65 MC / ZR60 ) BP ÷ 512 ( ZR70 MC / optional ) 125 min . 125 min . BP ÷ 511 ( Optional ) 250 min . BP ÷ 522 ( Optional ) 400 min . BP ÷ 535 ( Optional ) 17
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The battery symbols indicate the charge status of the battery pack . F When the battery pack is empty , " CHANGE THE 8ATI - ERY PACK " appears for 4 seconds and 4 - - starts flashing The battery charge indicators are not constant - they vary according to the condition under which battery pack and camcorder are used . 8 _ e _ Pack H _ ndli _ g _ ¢ ¢ _ utiQns DANGER ! Treat the battery pack with care . m • Keep it away from fire ( or it might explode . ) • Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 140 ° F ( 60 ° C ) . 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 . O Charged battery packscontinue to discharge naturally . Therefore , charge them on the day of use , or the day before , to ensure a full charge O Attach the terminal cover whenever a battery pack is not in use . Contact to metallic objects may cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack . O Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camcorder . Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth C ) Since storing a charged battery pack for a long time ( about 1 year ) can shorten its lifecyde or affect performance , we recommend to discharge the battery pack fully and to store it in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 86 ° F ( 30 ° C ) . 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 1 battery pack , perform these precautions at the same time for all battery packs . O Although the battery pack's operating temperature range isfrom 32 ° Fto 104 _ F ( 0 ° Cto 40 ° C ) , the optimal range isfrom 50 ° Fto 86 ° F ( 10 _ Cto 30 _ C ) At cold temperatures , performance will temporarily decline Warm it in your pocket before use . O Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes substantially at normal temperatures . 18
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Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date , time and other camcorder 4 settings while the power source isdisconnected Power the camcorder from a household power source or with a battery pack when replacing the backup battery . 1 . Open the backup battery cover . ' o 0 @ 2 . Insert the lithium battery with the + side facing outward . 3 . Close the cover . + @ @ @ - m WARNING ! • The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated . Do not recharge , disassemble , heat above 212 ° F ( 100 ° C ) or incinerate the battery . • Replace the battery with a CR1616 made by Panasonic , Hitachi Maxell , Sony , Toshiba , Varta or Renata Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion O Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools as this will H cause a short circuit O Wipe the battery with a clean dry cloth to ensure proper contact O Keep the battery out of reach of children . If it isswallowed , seek medical assistance immediately The battery case may break and the battery fluids may damage stomach and intestines . O Do not disassemble , heat or _ mmersethe battery in water to avoid the risk of explosion The backup battery has a life span of about a year ¢ v flashes to inform you that it needs to be replaced 19
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Preparing the Camcorder _ Adjusting the Vi _ wfind _ [ ( DiQp _ [ Adjustment ) 1 . Turn on the camcorder and keep the viewfinder . 2 . Adjust the diopter adjustment lever . H Do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as it may melt ( due to concentration of light by the lens ) Adiust the angle of the viewfinder to prevent sunlight from entering , = _ . _ = 1 . Attach the cord to the lens cap . Pressthe 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 havefinished Faste nin g _ the G [ ip _ Be ! _ 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 and photo button with your index finger ; and the start / stop button with your thumb 2O
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Attach ! rig _ h _ 5h _ uld _ Strap For extra security and portability , attach the shoulder strap before using the camcorder . 4 Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap . m JEWel Moun _ ing the _ id _ A _ hmen _ _ _ , The WA - 3O . 5 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspective for indoor shots or _ " _ = panoramic views ( 0.6 × ) . The wide attachment is for use at maximum wide - angle . Screw the wide attachment fully into the lens filter thread . O If you zoom to telephoto , the picture will not be in focus H O Do not look directly at the sun or other strong light sources through the wide attachment . It could damage your eyesight . O When recording in wide angle with the wide attachment , the outer periphery of the image may become curved O Filterscannot be used with the wide attachment O If dust accumulates on the wide attachment or on the camcorder lens , clean both lensesgently with a blower brush . 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 recording with a video light or the assist lamp ( White LED ) 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 . 21
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Loading a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the M _ , _ logo , Loading and UnA _ ading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . Slide and hold the OPEN / EJECT switch and open the cassette Tape protection tab compartment cover . The cassettecompartment opens automatically 2 . Load / unload the cassette . • Load the cassette with the window facing the grip belt and the REC / SAVEtab faring upward m • Unload the cassette by pulling it straight = = . _ out 3 . Press the _ mark on the cassette compartment until it clicks . Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically 4 . Close the cassette compartment cover . 0 Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing H automatically or attempt to close the cover until the cassette compartment has fully retracted 0 Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover 0 If the camcorder is connected to a power souree , cassettes can be loaded / unloaded even if the POWERswitch is set to OFE 0 Eq _ flashes if no cassette is inserted when turning on the power ( in CAMERA and PLAY ( VCR ) mode ) 0 With some types of tapes , the remaining tape display may not be accurate 22
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_ [ Qte ¢ / ; ing ; rape _ frQm Accident ! E _ sur _ To protect your recordings from accidental erasure , slide the tab on the cassette to the 4 left . ( This switch position isusually labeled SAVE or ERASEOFR ) If you load a protected cassette in CAMERA mode , the message " THE TAPE IS SETFOR ERASUREPREVENTION " appears for approx . 4 seconds and _ starts flashing . If you wish to record on that cassette , slide the tab back to the right C ) Rewind tapes after use . If the tape becomes slack and damaged , it may cause picture and sound distortion . m C ) Return cassettes in the case and store them upright . C ) Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use . m C ) Do not use cassettes with spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes asthey may damage the camcorder , C ) Do not insert anything into the small holes of the cassette , or cover them with cellophane tape . C ) Handle cassettes with care . Do not drop or subject them to severe impact as this may damage the cassettes . C ) Rewind tapes from time to time if they are stored for a long time . C ) With cassettes equipped with a memory function , metal plated terminals may become dirty with use and the cassette's memory function may not work properly , Clean the terminals with a cotton swab after about 10 times of loading / unloading . 23
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Using the Wireless Controller You can operate the camcorder with the F supplied wireless controller from a distance of up to 16 feet ( 5 m ) . Point it at the camcorder's remote sensor when you press the buttons . Following functions cannot be operated without the wireless controller : • Some special playback modes ( [ _ ] 38 ) • Photo / date search ( [ Z [ _ 85 ) • Zero set memory ( [ _ 1 86 ) • Analog line - in ( [ _ L389 ) • DV dubbing ( [ _ ] 90 ) • AV Insert ( [ _ ] 94 ) • - - • Audio dubbing ( [ _ [ _ 196 ) _ 0 The wireless controller may not work properly in bright places , such as = _ outdoors under direct sunflght , or when used too close to the camcorder 0 The operable range of the wireless controller may shorten when the camcorder's remote sensor isexposed to strong light . 0 When the batteries run out , replace both at the same time The wireless controller operates with two AA batteries . WL - D79 WL - D _ 1 . Open the battery cover . 2 . Insert the batteries following the + and - markings . 3 . Close the battery cover . 24
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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 . Install the L _ m backup battery before you begin ( [ _ rl 19 ) . Setting the Time Zone ! Day ! ight S _ ing _ ime ESYSTI I0T , zO " E / 0ST ' ' ' " , Y . 1 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU m 2 , Turn the selector dial to select [ SYSTEM ] and press _ m the selector dial . _ 3 . Turn the selector dial to select [ T . ZONE / DST ] and press the selector dial . • The time zone setting appears • The default setting isNew York Select your time zone and daylight saving time ( DST ) setting if necessary 4 , Turn the selector dial to select the setting option that represents your time zone . Toadjust for daylight saving time , select the time zone with the _ ' ( next to the area 5 , Press the MENU button to close the menu . MENU 25
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F No Time zone NO Time zone [ ] LONDON [ ] WELLGTN ( Wellington ) [ ] PARIS [ ] SAMOA m [ ] CAIRO [ ] HONOLU ( Honolulu ) [ ] MOSCOW [ ] ANCHOR ( Anchorage ) = _ . _ _ [ ] DUBAI [ ] LA ( LosAngeles ) [ ] KARACHI [ ] DENVER [ ] DACCA [ ] CHICAGO [ ] BANGKOK [ ] NY . ( New York ) [ ] H KONG ( Honq Kong ) [ ] CARACAS [ ] TOKYO [ ] RIO ( Rio de JaJleko ) [ ] SYDNEY [ ] FERNAN . ( Femandode Noronha ) [ ] SOLOMON [ ] AZORES 0 Once you have set time zone , date and time , you do not need to reset the dock 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 0 Days per month and leap years will be automatically adjusted 5eStiNg _ h _ Date _ Nd Iime SET . , . JAN , 1,2003 MENU ( [ 4 _ 43 ) [ SYSTEM I'l D / TIME 12 : 00 PM I 1 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU 2 &
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2 . Turn the selector dial to select [ SYSTEM ] and press the selector dial . 3 . Turn the selector dial to select [ D / TIME SET ] and 4 press the selector dial . The year display starts to flash . 4 . Turn the selector dial to select the year , and press the selector dial . • The next part of the display starts flashing . • Set the month , day , hours and minutes in the same way . 5 . Press the MENU button to close the menu and to MENU start the clock . Time zone , date and time appear for 4 seconds each time you turn the power on 0 To change a part of the date or time , press the selector dial at step 4 , and move to the part you wish to change O The date can be set to any year between 2003 and 2030 . _ at m DisplayjngDateand Timeduring Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _ _ You can display time zone , date and time in the lower left corner of the screen ( the time zone disappears after 4 seconds ) . The 4 - second display will no longer appear when you turn the power on , The date and time display will nor be superimposed on your recordings . 1 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU 2 . Turn the selector dial to select [ DISPLAYSET UP ] and press the selector dial . 3 . Turn the selector dial to select [ D / T DISPLAY ] and press the selector dial . 4 . Turn the selector dial to select [ ON ] . 5 . Pressthe MENU button to close the menu . MENU 27
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Recording Movies on a Tape [ ] [ ] You can use the LCD screen or the vie _ inder when recording , F Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly . Before you make important recordings , clean the video heads ( _ [ _ 142 ) . Preparations Connect a power source Load a cassette . 1 . Remove the lens cap . ZRTOMC / ZR65MC 2 . Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode . = _ . _ If you have not set the time zone , date and _ time , " SETTHE TIME ZONE , DATEAND TIME " _ appears SeeSetting the Time Zone , Date and Time ( [ _ ] 25 ) . 3 . Open the LCD panel ( _ 32 ) . To use the viewfinder , keep the LCD panel closed or rotate it so that the screen faces in the same direction of the lens ( [ Zl 33 ) 4 . Press the start / stop button to begin recording . Wait until the tape counter came to a complete stop before you begin recording 5 . Press the start / stop button again to pause recording . Restart recording by pressing the start ! stop button 28
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1 . Turn the POWER switch to OFE 2 . Close the LCD panel . 4 3 . Replace the lens cap . 4 . Unload the cassette . 5 . Disconnect the power source . When recording outdoors or through a window , do not leave LCD screen , H viewfinder or lens exposed to direct sunlight as it may cause damage O Turn the power off if you do not intend to use the camcorder for a longer time , O The camcorder will shut off after 5 minutes when left in record pause mode to protect tape and video heads , Tocontinue recording , turn the POWERswitch to OFFand then back to CAMERA , m O For when to use the EL1 ( Easy Recording ) or _ ( program AE ) mode , see Using the Recording Programs ( _ 3 57 ) 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 About the built - in microphone : 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 O For extra recording time , see Changing the Recording Mode ( [ Z ] 54 ) , 29
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Zooming [ ] [ ] The camcorder's zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for your F recordings . The camcorder automatically switches between optical zooming and digital zooming , Image resolution is slightly lower with the digital zoom , Zoomin ' T W i Zoom out Qp _ i ¢ _ ! Za _ m | _ ' , ; IT . _ O 22 × optical zoom 20 × optical zoom 18x optical zoom Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out ( wide - = _ . - _ angle ) . Move it toward T to zoom in ( telephoto ) . _ • Pressthe zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom Pressharder for a = _ faster zoom • You can also use the T and W buttons on the wireless controller Howeve + ; you cannot control the zoom speed _ ig _ | Zoom 88xj440 × digital zoom 80x / 400x digital zoom 72x / 360x digital zoom i0 , ° , , + , sl , + , [ 0 . . . z . . 0.8.0.0 . ° x 1 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU 2 . Turn the selector dial to select [ CAMERA SET UP ] and press the selector dial . 3 . Select [ D . ZOOM ] and press the selector dial . & + 4 . Select a setting option . 3O
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5 . Press the MENU button to close the menu . MENU 4 O Keep at least 328 ft . ( lm ) to the subject At wide - angle , you can focus on a subject as close as 039 in . ( Icm ) O A zoom indicator appears for 4 seconds It extends in light blue when the digital zoom is set to 88x / 80x / 72x , and extends further in dark blue when set to 440x / 400x / 360 × . O Digital zoom cannot be used in the Night mode and Super Night / ZR70 MC ) mode . O Digital zoom cannot be used when the multiqmage screen is selected O I _ F _ t _ l _ _ rff & _ l Because the image stabilizer cannot be used in CARD CAMERA mode , we recommend mounting the camcorder on a tripod at large magnifications m 31
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Using the LCD Screen 1 . Push the OPEN button at the LCD F panel and open the LCD panel . The LCD screen switches on and tile viewfinder switches off 2 . Rotate the LCD panel and choose the angle of the screen . You can rotate the LCD panel so that tile screen faces in the same direction as the lens ( [ _ ] 33 ) , or push it flat against the camcorder with the screen facing outward 3 . Close the LCD panel after use . • Close the LCD panel firmly until it clicks • The LCD screen switches off and the m viewfinder switches on . = _ . _ _ O Make sure to open the LCD panel at 90 degrees before rotating it . O Rotate the LCD panel in the vertical position before closing the LCD panel O When recording outdoors or through a window , do not leave the LCD screen , viewfinder or lens exposed to direct sunlight as it may cause damage O Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD panel or the viewflnder O About the LCD Screen : The LCD screen is produced with extremely high - H precision manufacturing techniques , with more than 9999 % of the pixels operating to specification Lessthan 001 % 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 Bright light or reflected light may cause a vertical light bar to appear on the screen This is not a malfunction O Bright light may make it difficult to use the LCD screen In such case , use the wewfinder instead 32
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4 1 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU 2 . Turn the selector dial to select [ DISPLAY SET UP ] and t press the selector dial . J _ / 3 . Turn the selector dial to select [ BRIGHTNESS ] and _ _ press the selector dial . m 4 . Turn the selector dial and adjust the level . Turn the selector dial up to make the screen brighter and down to make it darke _ : m 5 . Press the MENU button to close the menu . MENU Changing the brightness of the LCD screen does not affect that of the viewfinder or the recordings A ! Jowi _ g t _ h _ 5 _ bj _ c _ to M _ 0jto [ the LeD Screen You can rotate the LCD panel so that the screen faces in the same direction asthe lens . The viewfinder switches on allowing you to use the viewfinder while the subject can monitor the screen . When you rotate the screen so that the screen faces in the same direction as the lens , the image appears mirror reversed ( LCD MIRROR ON ) . However , you can choose to display the image as it is being recorded ( LCD MIRROR OFF ) 33
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iii / _ . _ i _ ' i _ i _ ! , _ " / _ ! i . , l _ ii MENU44 ( _ ) IOlSPLAY SET UP I ) _ ILCDMIR _ OR . . 0N 1 . Pressthe MENU button to open the menu . 2 . Turn the selector dial to select ] DISPLAYSETUP ] and pressthe selector dial . 3 . Turn the selector dial to select [ LCDMIRROR ] and press the selector dial . 4 . Turn the selector dial to select [ OFF ] . 5 . Pressthe MENU button to close the menu . When [ LCD MIRROR ] isset to [ ON ] , most screen displays appear mirror reversed m 34
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Searching and Reviewing when Recording [ ] REC ( record ) SEARCH - button / RECSEARCH + button 4 Recordreview button _ : _ D RecoEd R _ ie _ m 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 _ ausemode 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 ) . • Releasethe button at the point you wish to begin recording • The camcorder returns to record pause mode O Noise may appear on the screen when you play back the tape in reverse O There will be no sound during Record Review and Record Search 35
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Tips for Making Better Videos F For maximum stability , grip the camcorder in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body If necessary , support the camcorder with your left hand Be careful that your fingers do not touch the microphone or lens , High - angle Recording Low - angle Recording Eo _ M _ mS _ abilit _ Put the camcorder on a table " = _ Lean against a wall f Lie on your elbow Use a tripod _ gh _ i _ g When recording outdoors , we recommend recording with the sun at your back , O When using a tripod , do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as H it may melt ( due to concentration of the light by the lens ) O Do not use tripods with fastening screws longer than 02 inch ( 5.5 mm ) as it may damage the camcorder 36
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Playing Back a Tape [ ] [ ] When you use the LCD screen for playback , the camcorder plays back the sound via 4 built - in speaker _ The built - in speaker is monaural Use headphones for stereo sound or when using the viewfinder for playback . Connect a power source . Load a cassette . 1 . Set the camcorder to PLAY ( VCR ) ZR70MC / mode . zR65MC m 00 m 2 . Open the LCD panel . . . . . . You can also close the LCD panel with the screen facing outward 3 . Press the 4 _ 1 button to rewind the tape . TOfast forwad the tape , pressthe I _ 1 _ button To stop playback , press the • button . 4 . Press the I _ / 11 button to begin playback . 5 . Press the • button to stop playback . O If the playback picture is distorted , clean the video heads using a Canon Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head - cleaning cassette O To use the viewfinder , close the LCD panel . The built - in speaker does not sound Use headphones when using the viewfinder ( [ : . ] : : 139 ) O For displaying the date and time during playback , see Displaying the Data Code ( _ 3 83 ) . 37
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Sg _ ¢ _ al _ ! _ yback M _ d _ Special playback modes ( except of playback pause and fast / rewind playback ) can only be operated with the wireless controller . b / ll ( Playback Pause ) To pause playback , pressthe • / 11 button . Pressthe • / 11 button to resume playback . The camcorder goes into stop mode after 5 minutes in playback pause mode 8 . _ _ = • • ( Fast Forward Playback ) / _ ( Rewind Playback ) = _ Plays back the tape at 9.5 times normal speed ( forward or reverse ) . Press and hold the button during normal playback or fast forward . + / lll _ ( Frame Advance ) / - / _ 111 ( Frame Reverse ) Plays back frame - by - frame . Press the button repeatedly during playback pause Press and hold it to play back continuous frame advance / frame reverse . SLOW Ib ( Slow Forward ) / ( Slow Reverse ) Playsback at about 1 / 3 normal speed . Forslow forward playback , pressthe SLOW I _ button . Forslow reverse playback , press the - / 41 button followed by the SLOW I _ button . Pressthe • ( play ) button to return to normal playback . - / 411 ( Reverse Playback ) Plays back in reverse at normal speed . Pressthe button during normal playback . Press the • ( play ) button return to normal playback . The camcorder goes into stop mode after 5 minutes in reverse playback pause . × 2 ( Forwardx 2 Playback ) / ( Reverse 2x Playback ) Plays back at 2 times normal speed Pressthe button during normal or reverse playback . Pressthe • ( play ) button return to normal playback . O There is no sound during special playback O The picture may become distorted during some special playback modes . 38
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4 _ M _ ( phones ) terminal L < ENUbutton Selector dial . . . . . H When using the built - in speaker ; make sure that " _ " is not displayed on thenge screen When using the headphones , make sure that " _ " is displayed Cha the setting as necessary following the procedure below MENU4 ( 4 [ _ ) [ VCR SET UP I ) _ IAV / PHONES . , , AV _ ' _ 1 . Pressthe MENU button to open the menu . MENU 2 . Turn the selector dial to select [ VCR SET UP ] and press the selector dial . 3 . Turn the selector dial to select [ AV / PHONES ] and press the selector dial . 4 . Turn the selector dial to select [ AV ] or [ PHONES _ ] . 5 . Press the MENU button to close the menu . MENU O The built - in speaker does not sound when " _ " isdisplayed H O Do not connect headphones unless " _ " isdisplayed as it produces noise O The built - in speaker is monaural Use headphones for stereo sound O The built - in speaker turns off when the camcorder is set to a mode other than the PLAY ( VCR ) mode or when you use the headphones 39
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F * Headphone volume only . Turn the selector dial up to increase the volume , and down to lower the volume . _ . . • A volume bar appears for 4 seconds • You can turn off the volume completely by turning the selector dial down until OFFappears Turn the selector dial up to increasethe volume again 0 Sound may become distorted when the volume is turned up too high . 0 The headphone volume can be adjusted in all operating modes . 0 The camcorder retains the setting even if you turn it off ( separately for headphones and builtdn speaker ) m 4O
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Playing Back on a TV Screen You can connect the camcorder to a TV or VCRto play back your recordings on a " R / screen , O Make sure that " O " is not displayed on the screen If " O " is displayed , change H the setting ( [ _ [ _ 39 ) O When you use the TV as a monitor during recording , keep the TV volume turned down as long as the camcorder's audio terminals are connected . An unpleasant high - pitched squeal , called feedback , may be produced if sound from the TV speakers ispicked up by the microphone O For high picture quality , we recommend using a TV with an S ( $ 1 ) terminal O TVs with Sl - terminal or Video ID - 1 system : Recordings made in the 16 : 9 mode ( [ _ 3 52 ) will be automatically played back in wide screen mode m I _ , _ i _ h 5 ( 51 ) _ ideQ ] npu _ Te _ mina ! Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual . m INPUT STV - 250NStereoVideo Cable ( supplied ) A I 1 . Turn off all devices before starting the connections . 2 . Connect the S - 150 S - video Cable ( optional ) to the S - video terminals . 41
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3 . Connect the STV - 2SON Stereo Video Cable to the camcorder's AV terminal and the audio terminals of the TV / VCR . Connect the white plug to the white AUDIO terminal L ( left ) , and the red plug to the F red AUDIO terminal R ( right ) Do not connect the yellow plug 4 . If connecting to a " iV , set the input selector to VIDEO . If connecting to a VCR , set the input selector to LINE . _ . S _ vJt h _ Au _ ia / _ ide _ XermJna Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual , m = = . _ _ , , _ Signalflow E _ _ _ _ ' J STV - 250NStereoVideo Cable ( supplied ) II 1 , Turn off all devices before starting the connections . 2 , Connect the STV - 2SON 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 ) , tile red plug to the red audio terminal R ( right ) and the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal VIDEO . 3 . If connecting to a " iV , set the input selector to VIDEO . If connecting to a VCR , set the input selector to LINE . 42
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You can select the output channels when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels , 4 MENU4 ( 4 _ ) I [ AUDtO SETUP I _ IOUTPIJTCH * _ * _ . / R 1 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU 2 . Turn the selector dial to select [ AUDIO SET UP ] and press the selector dial . m 3 . Turn the selector dial to select [ OUTPUT CH ] and press the selector dial . 4 . Turn the selector dial to select a setting option . • L / R : Stereo : L + Rchannels , Bilingual : Main + Sub . • L / L : Stereo : L channel , Bilingual : Main . • R / R : Stereo : Rchannel , Bilingual : Sub 5 . Press the MENU button to close the menu . MENU The setting resets to the L / R setting when you turn the camcorder off 43
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Menus and Settings [ ] [ ] Many of the camcorder's advanced functions are selected from menus that appear on F the screen , Selecting Menus and 5e _ ings 1 . Set the camcorder to the correct operating mode . ZR70MC / ZR65MC : 2 . Press the MENU button to open the menu . MENU m _ 3 . Turn the selector dial to select a submenu and press = _ = " 5 the selector dial . 4 . Turn the selector dial to select a menu item and = _ press the selector dial . 5 . Turn the selector dial to select a setting option . 6 . Press the MENU button to close the menu . MENU When setting the white balance or shutter speed , pressthe selector dial first before pressing the MENU button . 0 Pressingthe MENU button at any time doses the menu . 0 Selecting [ _ , RETURN ] takes you back one level . 0 Items that are not available appear in purple 0 You may find it more convenient to use the wireless controller to operate the menu . Press the MENU button on the wireless controller to open or close the menu . Use the arrow keys in place of the selector dial and pressthe SETbutton in place of pressing the selector dial . 44
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M _ nu _ nd D _ fau ! _ 5 _ , ti _ g _ Default settings are shown in boldface . CAMERA Menu ( CAM . MENU ) Submenu Menu Item Setting Options = _ CARD MiX * 2 MIX TYPE CARD CHROMA , CARD LUMI . , CAM . CHROMA , C . ANIMATION ANIMAT . TYPE CORNER , STRAIGHT , RANDOM 123 MIX LEVEL 122 CAMERA SET UP SHUTTER 78 AUTO , I16 _ I1100 , I125 _ I1500 , I11000 , 112000 D . ZOOM zRTMo C ZR6SMC ZR60 30FE , , Z FE , . , 4 ° 800xxIo , ° E0E0 , xIo , 3 ° 0x IMAGE S . ( _ a } ) ON , OFF 69 16 : 9 52 ON _ OFF WHITE 8AL . 80 AUTO , SET _ , , INDOOR ; _ ' , OUTDOOR VCR SET UP REC MODE 54 SP , LP AV / PHONES AV , PHONES _ 39 71 AUDIO SET UP WIND SCREEN ON , OFF AUDIO MODE 71 16bit , 12bit o _ , , _ DISPLAY SET UP BRIGHTNESS 33 _ " LCD MIRROR ON , OFF 134 " iV SCREEN ON , OFF D / T DISPLAY ON , OFF 27 DEMO MODE 53 ON , OFF ; YSTEM 8UTTONUGHT . 1 ON , PUSH ON , OFF 51 LIGHT COLOR - 1 GREEN , ORANGE , BLUE , YELLOW , 51 TURQUOISE , PURPLE WL . REMOTE 49 _ 31 , _ 32 , OFF ( L ( _ 8EEP ON , OFF 52 T . ZONE / DST See list of time zones 25 D / TIME SET 26 MY CAMERA S - UP IMAGE * 3 ON , OFF 50 SHTR SOUND * 2 SO PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 S - UP SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 SO S / STOP SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 SO SELF - T SOUND SO PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 45
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PLAY ( VCR ) Menu ( VCR MENU ) Submenu Menu Item Setting Options [ _ 3 F VCR SET UP REC MODE SP , LP 54 AV / PHONES AV , PHONES _ 39 AV = _ DV OUT ON , OFF 93 AUDIO SET UP OUTPUT CH L / R , L / L , R / R 43 AUDIO DUB . AUDIO IN , MIC . IN 97 WIND SCREEN ON , OFF 71 AUDIO MODE 16bit , 12bit 71 12bit AUDIO STEREO1 , STEREO2 , MIX / FIXED , MIX / VARL 98 MIX BALANCE 98 CARD SET UP * 2 SI QUALITY SUPER FINE , FINE , NORMAL 101 MOVIE SIZE * _ 320 x 240 _ 160 × 120 102 FILE NOS . RESET , CONTINUOUS 103 m CARD COPY _ [ _ CANCEL , EXECUTE 126 OPERATIONS * 2 DISPLAY SET UP BRIGHTNESS 33 = _ , = _ DISPLAYS ON , OFF < PLAYBK > 134 . 6SEC.DATE ON , OFF 84 DATA CODE DATE / TIME , CAMERA DATA , CAM . & D / T 84 c D / TIME SEL . DATE , TIME , DATE & TIME 84 SYSTEM BUTTONLIGHT . 1 ON , PUSH ON , OFF 51 LIGHT COLOR * _ GREEN , ORANGE , BLUE , YELLOW , 51 TURQUOISE , PURPLE WL . REMOTE _ 31 , _ 32 , OFF ( L ( _ 3 49 BEEP ON , OFF 52 T . ZONE / DST See list of time zones 25 D / TIME SET 26 MY CAMERA S - UP IMAGE * 3 ON , OFF S0 SHTR SOUND * 2 PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 50 S - UP SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 50 S / STOP SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 S0 SELF - T SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 S0 46 . 1 _ ' _ r ¢ l , . 2 _ and _ , * 3
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_ CARD CAMERA Menu ( C . CAM . MENU ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Submenu Menu Item Setting Options CAMERA SET UP SHUTTER AUTO , 1 / 60 , I / I00 , 1 / 250 78 WHITE BAL . AUTO , SET _ , INDOOR _ ' , OUTDOOR 80 CARD SET UP 101 SI QUALITY SUPER FINE , FINE , NORMAL SI SIZE 1024 × 768 , 640 x 480 101 102 MOVIE S _ ZE * _ 320 x 240 , 160 × 120 FILE NOS . 103 RESET , CONTINUOUS VCR SET UP AV / PHONES AV , PHONES { , _ 39 71 AUDIO SET UP * _ WIND SCREEN ON , OFF DISPLAY SET UP BRIGHTNESS 33 LCD MFRROR ON , OFF 34 TV SCREEN 134 ON , OFF D / T DISPLAY ON , OFF 27 DEMO MODE ON , OFF 53 8UTTONUGHT . 1 iYSTEM ON , PUSH ON , OFF LIGHT COLOR * _ GREEN , ORANGE , BLUE , YELLOW _ 5 _ _ g TURQUOISE , PURPLE 49 WL . REMOTE _ 31 , _ 32 , OFF _ ( _ J SEEP ON , OFF 52 _ T . ZONE / DST See list of time zones 25 D / TIME SET 26 MY CAMERA SHTR SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 5O S - UP SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 5O S / STOP SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 5O SELF - T . SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 50 , t7
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_ CARD PLAY ( VCR ) Menu ( C . PLAY MENU ) m I F Submenu Menu item Setting Options CARD COPY _ CANCEL , EXECUTE OPERATIONS 117 _ PRINT ORDERS YES , NO Sin le Image ALL ERASE iMAGE ERASE CANCEl - , SINGLE , ALL 115 FORMAT 128 CANCEl - , EXECUTE 114 CARD PROTECT O ' . i OPERATIONS index Screen ) _ PRINT ORDER 116 REC MODE 54 VCR SET UP SP , LP AV / PHONES AV , PHONES 39 DISPLAY SET UP 33 BRIGHTNESS DISPLAYS 134 ON , OFF D / TIME SEL DATE , TIME , DATE & TIME SYSTEM BUTTONLIGHT * $ 51 ON , PUSH ON , OFF m LIGHT COLOR . 1 51 GREEN , ORANGE , BLUE , YELLOW , TURQUOISE , PURPLE WL REMOTE 49 BEEP 52 ON , OFF 25 T . ZONE / DST See list of time zones c D / TIME SET 26 _ 3o _ Y CAMERA CREATE START - UP iMAGE 5O SEL S - UP IMG NO iMAGE , CANON LOGO , MY iMAGE SHTR SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 50 S - UP SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 50 S / STOP SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 50 SELF - T SOUND PATTERN1 , PATTERN2 , PATTERN3 50 118 _ PRINT Appears when connecting a printer with direct print function . 48
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Changing the Remote Sensor Mode [ ] [ ] Two remote sensor modes and an off setting are available to prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby . Turning the Remote 5 _ ns _ Qff , , , u EsysT ° 0 ° oTE . . . , Ol ( _ [ 344 ) Open the menu and select [ SYSTEM ] . Select [ WL REMOTE ] , set it to [ OFF ( l _ ( _ ] and close the menu . [ ( I , ( _ ] ] appears Changing th _ RemQt _ 5 _ M _ d _ _ r MENU sYsT ° 0 ° o0TOEl . . . ] 1 1 . On the camcorder , open the menu and select m [ SYSTEM ] . Select [ WL REMOTE ] , set it to [ ( _ ( Z ) 2 ] and c close the menu . The selected mode appears for 4 seconds . 2 . On the wireless controller , press and hold the REMOTE SET button . Set the mode to the same of the camcorder . Press the ZOOM T button for mode 2 . Keep the button pressed for over 2 seconds . If you have set the camcorder to mode 1 , pressthe ZOOM W button for mode 1 0 The wireless controller returns to mode t when you replace the batteries Change the mode if necessary 0 Make sure that camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode Display the camcorder's mode by pressing any button on the wireless controller ( except of the REMOTE SETbutton ) and set the wireless controller's mode to the same mode Change the batteries if the wireless controller still does not work . 49
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Customizing the Camcorder You can personalize your camcorder by customizing the start - up image and the sound F it makes for start - up , shutter * , start / stop and self - timer ( collectively called the My Camera settings ) . * ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only . With the ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC , you can also create your own start - up image . See Creating a 5tart - up Image ( _ [ _ 130 ) . MENU ( ZR60 ) CAMERA J _ IS - UP IMAGE . • , ON ( _ 3 44 ) SHTR SOUND , • . PATTERN1 S - UP SOUND , • , PATTERN1 m S / STOP SOUND , PATTERN1 SELF - T SOUND , PATTERN1 = _ 1 . Open the menu and select [ MY CAMERA ] . 2 . Select the menu item you wish to change . • _ _ When selecting a start - up image ( only in CARD PLAY ( VCR ) mode ) : INO IMAGE ] , ] CANON LOGO ] and [ MY IMAGE ] appears • _ When selecting a start - up image : IOFF ] and ION ] appears • When selecting a sound : [ PATTERN1 ] , [ PATTERN2 ] and [ PATTERN3 ] appear 3 , Select a setting option and close the menu . 50
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_ Setting the Light . up Buttons [ ] [ ] The buttons above the LCD panel light up 4 when the camcorder's power is on , or when you pressa button . This is helpful if , for example , you wish to play back a tape in dark places . You can select the color of the light - up buttons from green , orange , blue , yellow , MENU button turquoise and purple . Selector dial S _ l _ cting _ Light - up Setting Open the menu and select [ SYSTEM ] . Select [ BUTTONLIGHT ] , set it to [ PUSH ON ] or [ OFF ] and close the menu . o • ON : The buttons light up while the camcorder is turned on The color cl _ angeswhen you _ " pressa button and turns back when you release the button _ m _ f _ • PUSHON : The buttons light up when you press a button and turn off when you release = the button . • OFF : Buttons do not light up Se ! _ cting the _ ! _ _ of _ th _ Bu _ tt _ o _ Open the menu and select [ SYSTEM ] . Select [ LIGHT COLOR ] , set it to the desired color and close the menu . You cannot change the color of the buttons when [ BUTFONLIGHT ] is set to [ OFF ] 51
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Other Camcorder Settings [ ] [ ] F You will hear a beep upon camcorder operations such as power on / off , start / stop , self - timer countdown , automatic shut - off , and unusual conditions of the camcorder . The beep will not be recorded . If you turn off the beep , all camcorder sounds including the ones of the My Camera settings will be turned off . TO turn the beep off , open the menu and select [ SYSTEM ] . Select [ BEEP ] , set it to [ OFF [ and close the menu . You can record in the 16 : 9 format for playback on wide screen TVs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [ o , o , , , s , ItuEp . I . , . . O . . o . . , , TO switch 16 : 9 on , open the menu and select [ CAMERA SET UP ] . Select [ 16 : 9 ] , set it to [ ON ] and close the menu . " 16 : 9 " appears O The t6 : 9 mode cannot be selected in the Easy Recording mode O The multi - image screen cannot be used when the 16 : 9 format ls selected C ) If you play back a 16 : 9 recording on a normal T _ , the image appears vertically " squashed " ( compressed ) C ) If you connect the camcorder to a TV with an $ 1 terminal or Video ID - 1 system , recordings made in the 16 : 9 mode will be automatically played back . _ wide screen mode 52
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The demonstration mode displays the camcorder's main features It starts automatically when you leave the camcorder turned on without loading a cassette 4 ( ZR70 MC / ZR65 MC : and without inserting a memory card ) for more than 5 minutes . You can also start the demonstration mode through the menu , . . . . . . ? . . . . . MENU4 ( 4c ) 3 101spLAy SET UP I ' > 10EMO aODE . . * 0N With no cassette ( ZR70 MC / ZR65 MC : and memory card ) inserted , open the menu and select [ DISPLAY SET UP ] . Select [ DEMO MODE ] , set it to [ OFF ] and close the menu . To cancel the demo mode , pressany button , turn off the camcorder , load a cassette ( ZR70 MC / ZR65 MC : or inserta memory card ) . o _ m c 53
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Changing the Recording Mode ( SP / LP ) [ ] [ ] You can choose from SP ( standard play ) and LP ( long play ) . LP extends the tape usage by 15 times , H O Tapesrecorded in LP mode cannot be used for audio dubbing ( [ : ] _ 196 ) or AV insert ( [ . _ 1 94 ) . O 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 We recommend recording in SPmode if you plan to transfer the images to a computer . 0 If you record in both SPand 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 wce versa , picture and sound may become distorted MENU m ( _ 44 ) t IL TO change to LP mode , open the menu and select [ VCR SET UP ] . Select = _ [ REC MODE ] , set it to [ LP ] and close the menu . . , = _ C 54
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Recording Still Images on the Tape [ ] [ ] You can record still images on the tape , Starting your recording with a still image allows you to easily locate the beginning of the recording with the Photo Search function ( [ _ ] 85 ) PHOTO buttonPHOTO bud ° n - " In Record Pause Mode 1 , Press the PHOTO button halfway . • Autofocus : 0 flashes in white and turns green when focus is adjusted • Manual focus : 0 flashes in green Adjust the focus with the selector dial C • Exposure islocked • When you pressthe PHOTObutton on the wireless controllers recording starts a immediatel _ z 2 , Press the PHOTO button fully . • 0 disappears _ J _ / • The camcorder records the still image for approx 6 seconds _ . _ " During this time , the camcorder displays the still image and keeps recording the sound • The camcorder returns to record pause mode _ ff . , . ! _ _ . . oR . . , _ . . ! . _ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 , Press the PHOTO button fully . • The camcorder records the still image for approx 6 seconds _ / During this time , the camcorder displays the still image and _ ( _ 3 _ i " keeps recording the sound • The camcorder returns to record pause mode 55
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0 When you turn the POWERswitch to OFFwhile the camcorder is recording the still image , it will not turn off until recording is complete 0 Record still images under suffident lighting condition ( in which you can identify the subject on the screen ) . F 0 If a subject is unsuitable for autofocus , 0 continues to flash Keep the PHOTO button pressed halfway and adiust the focus with the selector dial m = _ . , = . _ C 56
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Using the Recording Programs [ ] The camcorder is equipped with the Easy Recording program and several program AE modes . The availability of functions differs depending on the selected mode Availability of Functions in Each Mode : Position of the Program Selector C _ ecordiogPoro0IsralomI I Io Digital Zoom O O Shutter Speed O I A Focus O A White Balance O AE Shift © × Image Stabilizer . 2 ON © I Digital Effects × O . 4 16 : 9 × © Card Mix * _ × O I × I A : Auto setting O : Available x : Not available " I ZR70 MC only . * 2 The image stabilizer cannot be used in CARD CAMERA mode . * 3 ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only . C * 4 Available effects depend upon the program AE mode . E _ y R _ ¢ ordJ _ g P _ og _ m The camcorder adjusts focus , exposure and other settings automatically , allowing you to just point and shoot . The camcorder adjusts focus , exposure and other settings automatically . However , you have the option of adjusting the settings manually , 57
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Use this mode to record sports scenes ( such astennis or golf ) , moving objects ( such as roller coasters ) or when recording from a moving car . O This mode is set at a high shutter speed and should therefore be used in suffident fight O This mode is mainly intended for frame - by - frame or slow playback . The picture may not appear smooth when played back in normal speed Use this mode to give accent to your subject by blurring the background or foreground . O The blur effect increases the more you zoom to telephoto . O This mode is set at a higher shutter speed The picture may not appear smooth when played back _ _ p _ Uight Use this mode to record spotlit scenes such as shows , recitals or _ fireworks Use this mode in bright places such as a sunny beach or ski resort . It prevents the subject from being underexposed O The subject may become overexposed in dark surroundings Check the image on the screen . O This mode is set at a higher shutter speed The picture may not appear smooth when played back . Use this mode to record in dimly lit places . The shutter is fixed at a slow shutter speed . O Moving subiects may leave a trailing afterimage O Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes O The camcorder may have difficulty to focus automatically 58
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Usethis mode to record in dark places . The shutter speed is adjusted automatically . It isuseful when recording in places with 4 changing light conditions ( such as in amusement parks ) C ) _ _ Night mode cannot be used in CARD CAMERA mode C ) Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage O 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 In CAMERA mode , use this mode to record in very dark places . The shutter speed is adjusted automatically . The White LED lights up automatically illuminating the subject in the center of the screen , allowing you to record brightly in color . In CARD CAMERA mode , use this mode to record in dark places . The shutter isfixed at a slow shutter speed . The White LED lights up = _ _ illuminating the subject in the center of the screen , allowing you to record brightly in color . O The range of the White LED is limited Check the image on the screen when recording . O Use this mode for recordings at close range ( up to 66 ft ( 2m ) ) O Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage O 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 . 59
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_ l _ rtinn th _ Prnnr _ m AF Mnrl _ F 1 . Slide the program selector to _ ( program AE ) . 2 . Pressthe selector dial . A list of the programAE modesappears 3 . Select a mode and press the selector dial . The symbol of the mode appears on the upper left corner of the screen _ ( Auto ) disappeals after 4 seconds 0 Do not change the mode during recording as the brightness of the _ magemay change ab _ uptly m 0 The setting resets to the Auto mode when you switch the program selector to D 0 Bright light in a dark scene may cause a vertical light bar to appear This is not = _ a malfunction C 6O