Canon DC 210 User manual

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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.
DVD Camcorder, DC210 A 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 limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, ifnot installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfut interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installaflon, ifthis
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user isencouraged 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 acircuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the deaJer or an experienced radJoYFV technician for help.
The cable with the ferflte core provided with the digital video camcorder must be used with this equipment in order
to comply ,with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the 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. [phone]
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
important Warning
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK), NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
iNSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL,
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electdc shock to
persons.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.

in these safety instructions the word "product"
refers to the Canon DVD Camcorder DC210 A
and all its accessories.
1 Read instructions -- All the safety and
operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
2Retain Instructions-- The safety and
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings-- All warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4Follow Instructions--All operating and
maintenance instructions should be
followed.
5 Cleaning-- Unplug this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product
should be cleaned only as recommended
in this manual.
6Accessories-- Do not use accessories not
recommended in this manual as they may
be hazardous.
7Avoid magnetic or electric fields-- Do not
use the camera close to TV transmitters,
portable communication devices or other
sources of electric or magnetic radiation.
They may cause picture interference, or
permanently damage the camera.
8 Water and Moisture-- Hazard of electric
shock -- Do not use this product near
water or in rainy/moist situations.
9 Placing or Moving -- Do not place on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or
table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the
product.
A product and cart
combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and car[
combination to overturn.
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Power Sources -- The CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label, if you are not sure of the
type of power supply to your home, consult
your product dealer or local power
company. Regarding other power sources
such as battery power, refer to instructions
in this manual.
Polarization -- The CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter is equipped with a
polarized 2-prong plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other).
The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. if
the plug still fails to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
Power Cord Protection -- Power cords
should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them. Pay particular
attention to plugs and the point from which
the cords exit the product.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding -- if an
outside antenna is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna is grounded
so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI /NFPA No. 70--!984,
provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See figure 1.
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Fig.I EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD iN
GROUND -WIRE
CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE
UNiT (NEC SECTION 810 20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810 21)
GROUND CLAMPS
ER SERVICE GROUNDING
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRODE SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250 PART H)
14 Lightning -- For added protection of this
product during a lightning storm, or when it
is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, disconnect it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will
prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
15 Overloading-- Do not overload wall outlets
and extension cords as this can result in a
dsk of fire or electric shock.
16 Objects and Liquid Entry -- Never push
objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind onto
the product.
17 Servicing -- Do not attempt to service this
product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
18 Damage Requiring Service -- Disconnect
this product from the wall outlet and all
power sources including battery, and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power-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
instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operation
instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped orthe
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance. This indicates a
need for service.
19 Replacement Parfs -- When replacement
parfs are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts that
are specified by Canon or that have the
same characteristics as the original pad(.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock or other hazards.
20 Safety Check -- Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in safe
operating order.
When replacement of the power supply is required, please return it to the responsible nearest l
Canon Serv ce Center and p ease rep ace t w th the same type number CA-570. ]
The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For areas where
120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter. Contact your nearest Canon
Serv ce Center for furfher nformat on.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ]

Howtoselecta DVDdisc II
There are many types of DVD discs but this camcorder uses only the following three
types of 8 cm mini DVD discs: DVD-R, DVD-R DL and DVD-RW. Note that what you
can do with a disc depends on the type of DVD used so select the disc that best fits
your purpose.
DVD-R BestforCompatibility
DVD-Rs can be recorded only once - you cannot edit or delete the recordings. On the
other hand, these discs are comparatively cheaper and they can be played back in
most common DVD players. _.
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BMB-RBL BestforRecordingTime o_"
Dual-layered discs allow writing up to 80% more data (2.6 GB) on a single recording
side. However, DVD-R DLs can only be played back on DVD devices compatible with
dual-layered discs. Also, you cannot edit or delete the recordings.
Dual-layereddiscs havetwo recording layers. The camcorder
will recordon Layer 1and thencontinue to Layer 2. During Layer2
the playbackof a recording spanning both layers, you may Layer1
notice abrief stop (about 1second) atthe point where the Recordngsurface
camcorder switchesto the secondlayer.
DVD-RW BestforReusability
Recordings made on a DVD-RW disc can be edited or deleted. Also, the disc can be
initialized t allowing you to use the same disc numerous times.
Disc specification on DVD-RWs
DVD-RW discs can be recorded using either one of two disc specifications:
VIDEO mode or VR mode. When you first insert a brand new DVD-RW disc,
the camcerder will automatically display the initialization screen where you
can select the disc specification for the disc.
VIDEO mode: Once finalized 2,discs recorded in VIDEO mode can be played
back in most common DVD players offering the best compatibility. However,
recordings cannot be edited (deleted. rearranged, etc.).
VR mode: You can easily edit the recordings. However discs recorded in VR
mode can only be played back with DVD players compatible with DVD-RWs
in VR mode.
Note: DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs can only be recorded in VIDEO mode.

GreatAdvantagesof DVDs
WhyDVDsarebetterthantapes
No need to worry about recording over a tape.
When you use a DVD, the camcorder will automatically record on the empty space of
the disc. So you don't have to worry about mistakenly recording over a precious
memory.
Just select a scene from the index screen.
You don't need to bother running a tape forwards and backwards to find the scene you
want to play back. Simply select a scene from the index screen and start the playback
in a breeze.
Easy Playback on a DVD player
After you finalize the disc you recorded, all you have to do isjust pop it into a DVD
player and start the playback, tf you record your disc in VIDEO mode, you will be able
to play back your disc on most tabletop DVD players and DVD devices.
Recommended Discs
The camcerder's performance was tested with single-layered discs using
Hitachi-Maxell HG series DVD discs; and with dual-layered discs using
Canon DVD-R DL54 discs and Verbatim DVD-R DL discs. For further details.
contact directly the manufacturer's customer support center. Note that
attempting to record or play with this camcerder DVD discs that were
recorded, initialized or finalized with other digital devices can result in
permanently losing the recordings.
For the highest compatibility with external DVD devices we recommend
using the VIDEO mode,

Availablefeatures depend on the DVDdisc used
Editingsceneswiththiscamcorder[deletingscenes,
editingthePlaylist)(CI354) o
Deletingasconeorstillimageimmediatelyafterrecording
it(_55, 59_ ® ®
Initializingthediscin ordertouse itagainforrecording
(_57)
Givinga titletothe disc(_ 58) ® •
FinalizingthediscJnordertoplayitwith a DVDplayer
(C[361) @ •
Adding recordingstoa disc alreadytinalized(_ 63) - -
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Disc initialization clears all the recordings on the disc and restores the free space on the disc to its
initial value so you can use the same disc again. DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs cannot be initialized.
2Disc finalization is the processing of the free space (the unrecorded area) on the disc in order to
make it playable on external DVD devices (Q3 61 ). To finalize a DVD-R DL disc, the camcorder has
to process both layers. Therefore, and depending on the amount of free space on the disc, this
process may be lengthy.
Playback cannot be guaranteed with all external DVD devices.
4 You will need to unfinalize the disc first.
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Table of contents
Introduction
How to select a DVD disc ............................................................................... 5
About this Manual
About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide ................................................... 11
About the Power Switch ................................................................................ 12
About the Operating Modes .......................................................................... 12
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Supplied Accessories .................................................................................... 14
Components Guide ....................................................................................... 15
Screen Displays ............................................................................................ 17
Preparations
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack ............................................................................ 20
Inserting and Removing a Disc ..................................................................... 22
Preparing the Camcorder .............................................................................. 23
Adjusting the LCD Screen ............................................................................. 24
Using the Menus
Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option ................................................................... 25
Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus .................................................. 25
First Time Settings
Changing the Language ................................................................................ 26
Changing the Time Zone ............................................................................... 26
Setting the Date and Time ............................................................................ 27
Basic Functions
Recording
Shooting Video .............................................................................................. 28
Selecting the Aspect Ratio of your Recordings (16:9 Widescreen or 4:3) .... 29
Taking Photos ............................................................................................... 30
Zooming ........................................................................................................ 31
Quick Start Function ...................................................................................... 31
Playback
Playing Back the Video ................................................................................. 32
Displaying the Photos ................................................................................... 33
Magnifying Photos during Playback .............................................................. 35
Advanced Functions
Menu Options Lists
FUNC. Menu ................................................................................................. 36
Setup Menus ................................................................................................. 37
Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) .......................... 37
Disc Operations (Photomovie, Finalize, etc.) ...................................... 39
Still Image Operations (Erase all still images) .................................... 39
Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) ............................... 40
System Setup (Volume, Beep, etc.) .................................................... 41
Date/Time Setup ................................................................................. 42

Recording Programs
Using the Recording Programs ..................................................................... 43
pFlexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed ............... 44
Special Scene: Recording Programs to Match Special Conditions ............... 45
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Manual Exposure Adjustment ........................................................................ 46
Manual Focus Adjustment ............................................................................. 46
White Balance ............................................................................................... 47
Image Effects ................................................................................................. 48
Still Image Recording Options
Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images ............................................... 49
Automatic Focus Priority ................................................................................ 50
Other Functions
On-Screen Displays ....................................................................................... 50
Self Timer ...................................................................................................... 52
Digital Effects ................................................................................................. 52
Editing Functions
Managing Scenes
Adding Scenes to the PlayIist ........................................................................ 54
Moving Scenes in the PIaylist ........................................................................ 55
Deleting Scenes ............................................................................................ 55
Dividing a Scene ............................................................................................ 56
Managing the Disc
Protecting the Disc ........................................................................................ 57
Initializing the Disc ......................................................................................... 57
Changing the Disc Title ................................................................................. 58
Managing Photos
Erasing Photos .............................................................................................. 59
Converting Photos into Photomovie Scenes ................................................. 60
Playing Back the Disc on an External Device
Finalizing the Disc ......................................................................................... 61
Playing Back your Disc on a DVD Player or a Computer's DVD Drive ......... 62
Unfinalizing the Disc - Additional Recordings on a Finalized Disc ................ 63
External Connections
Connecting to a "IV or VCR
Connection Diagrams .................................................................................... 64
Playback on a TV Screen .............................................................................. 65
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder ............................................. 65
Additional Information
Trouble?
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 66
List of Messages ............................................................................................ 70
Do's and Don'ts
Handling Precautions .................................................................................... 72
Maintenance/Others ...................................................................................... 74
Using the Camcorder Abroad ........................................................................ 75
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General Information
System Diagram ........................................................................................... 76
Optional Accessories .................................................................................... 77
Product Codes .............................................................................................. 78
Specifications ................................................................................................ 79
Index ............................................................................................................. 81

++++AboutthisManual
About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon DC210. Please read this manual carefully before
you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder faiI to
operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting table (C1366).
Conventions Used in the Manual
•0 IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation.
• (_) NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
• _ POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions that apply if the function described is not
available in atl operating modes (the operating mode to which the camcorder should be
set, the type of disc required, etc.).
• Q3: Reference page number.
• The following terms are used in the manual: o.
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"Screen" refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
"Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you press the start/stop button to o
start recording until you press again to pause the recording. =
The terms "Photo" and "Still image" are used interchangeabty with the same
meaning.
• The photos included in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menu options as
they are displayed on screen. Menu options in boldface indicate the --
default setting (for example [ON], [OFF]).
Menu item shown at its default position
Buttons and switches to be perated
Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are
indicated within a "button" frame (for example _ ).
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About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide
an item or change settings. _" ] __.
Press the joystick itself ((_) to
save the settings or confir #l an
action. On menu screens, this is
indicated by the icon _.

About this Manual o***
The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode and the
camcorder's settings. Press (_)) to display/hide the joystick guide.
In the illustrations of the manual, When the joystick guide contains
positions other than those relevant to the multiple 'pages', [NEXT] and the page
function explained are marked with a ;_ number icon (v) will appear at the
striped pattern. Depending on the model bottom position. Push the joystick (y)
and the operation mode, these positions ,4_ EXT v', toward [NEXT] to display the next 'page'
may be empty or show a different icon of the guide.
than the one on the illustration.
About the Power Switch
In addition to turning the camcorder on and off, the power switch
also toggles the camcorder's operating mode. !_[_1
Toturnonthe camcorder:Hold the lock button pressed down and =_:
move the power switch down to ON.
Tochangethe operatingmode:From the ON position, slide down
the power switch momentarily toward MODE and release it. This Lock
action will toggle the operating mode between recording button
(CAMERA - red indicator) and playback (PLAY - green indicator).
About the Operating Modes
The camcorder's operating mode isdetermined by the positions of the power switch and the
'_/_ switch. In the manual, _ indicatesthat a function is available in the operating
mode shown and indicates that the function is not available. When no operating mode
icons are given, the function is available in all operating modes.
OperatingMode Operating
ModeIndicator
CAMERA
(Red)
PLAY
(Green)
CAMERA
(Red)
PLAY
(Green)
',_,ta
Switch
,,m
(Movies)
(Still
images)
Icon Disp!ay Operation
Recording movies 28
on the disc
Playing movies 32
from the disc
Recording still images on 30
the disc
Viewing still imagesfrom 33
the disc

oo,,.AboutthisManual
Trademark Acknowledgements
•_is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories. STEREO CREATOR
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks
or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
• ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY
MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO
INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A
LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO,
WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE
300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.
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SuppliedAccessories
CA-570 Compact Power
Adapter(incl.power cord)
BP-208 Battery Pack STV-250N Stereo Video
Cable
Online product registration for U.S.A. Customers only.
Register your product online at www,registercanon.com
v_Protect your product
We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Canon producton file
to help you refer to this information in the event of an insuranceclaim such as loss or
theft.
./Receive information on new products and promotions
Upon your request, we will send you information on Canon new products and
promotions.
The serial number of this productcan 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: DC210 A
Purchased From: Serial No.:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Phone No.:

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Com_nentsGuide H
Leftsideview
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Right Side View
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Front view
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{1_DISP. button (C_351)
FUNC. button (_ 25, 36)
_3_QUICK START button and standby lamp
([_ 31)
_} AV terminal (E_ 64)
Terminal cover
(6} BATT. (battery release) switch (IZ[_ 20)
(_ RESET button ([_] 66)
Serial number
{9) Battery attachment unit ([_ 20)
lq_Lens cover switch (_ 28, 30)
((_ open, @ closed)
di} Disc compartment cover ([Z_] 22)
@ Grip belt (E]_J23)
DC IN terminal ([_J 20)
_ Stereo microphone
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a "button" frame (for
example _).
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Back view
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Topview
Bottom view
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_1_PLAY mode indicator (green) (_ 12)
_ Joystick (_ 11)
CAMERA mode indicator (red) (C_ 12)
(_ LCD screen (C[3 24)
_5__ (fast reverse) button (CCJ 33)/
Zoom out W(wide-angle) button (C[3 31)
_1_ (fast forward) button (Q3 33) /
Zoom in T(telephoto) button (C_] 31)
_Z__/|| (play/pause) button (Q_3 32) /
START/STOP button (Q3 28)
m (stop) button (C[3 32) /
PLAYLIST button (L_ 54)
(_ Viewfinder (_ 23)
Dioptric adjustment lever (C]_ 23)
_,_,/It_ (movies/still images)switch (_3 12)
LT_DISC access indicator (QZJ28, 30) /
CHG (charge) indicator (C_ 20)
_-:_Start/stop button (C_l 28)
_4jPower switch (_ 12)
1@OPEN (disc cover) switch (C_] 22)
Grip belt (C_323)
LI-7_Mode switch (C_J 43)
1@Zoom lever (CC) 31 )
@ PHOTO button (C_ 30)
Speaker (_ 33)
_1_Tripod socket (CIQ 29)
_ Strap mount
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a "button" frame (for
example _).
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Screen Displays I
RecordingStill Images
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_} Operating mode (_ 12)
_) Recording program (_ 43)
_3_White balance (_ 47)
_ Image effect (E_3 48)
(5_Digital effects (_ 52)
{6} Recording mode (_/_ 36)
Self timer (_ 52)
_') Disc type _ DVD-R, @ DVD-R DL
DVD-RW ([_[2 5)
{9_Disc specification
(VIDEO mode, VR mode) (E[_ 5)
_0}Finalized disc mark (_ 6!)
_ Manual focus (_ 46)
@ Image stabilizer (_ 38)
@ Disc operation
_ Time code (hours : minutes : seconds
@ Remaining recording time on the disc
_ Recording reminder
{_ Wind screen off(_ 38)
@ Level marker (_ 40)
@Zoom (_ 31), Exposure _,..-I_o (_ 46)
_ Still image quality/size (_ 49)
@1}Number of still images available on the disc
_ Remaining battery charge estimate
@ AF frame (E[_ 50)
@ Camcorder shake warning (EI_I 37)
_ Autofocus (AF) and exposure (AE) locked
(_ 30)
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PlayingMovies (DuringPlayback)
(_ Disc operation
_.) Playback time (hours : minutes : seconds)
(_ Scene number
(_ Data code (Q3 51)
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Viewing Still Images
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_i_Image number ([_ 41)
_2_Current image /Total number of images
_3_Histogram ([_3 51)
_) Still image quality/size (_3 49)
(6) Date and time of recording
(6) Recording program (CL343)
_ Manual focus (_ 46)
(_ White balance (C3[347)
(_ Manual exposure (C_] 46)
Image effect (Q_I 48)
_ Image size (_ 49)
_ File size
(i_ Aperture value
_) Shutter speed (Q3 44)
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Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a
battery pack or directly using the compact
power adapter. Charge the battery pack
before use.
BATT. switch
1 Turn off the camcorder.
2 Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder.
• Open the LCD panel.
• Slide in the connector end of the
battery in the direction of the arrow and
press it gently until it clicks.
(charge)
indicator
(_) DC INterminal
3 Connect the power cord to the
compact power adapter.
4
5
Plug the power cord into a power
outlet.
Connect the compact power adapter
to the camcorder's DC IN terminal.
• The CHG (charge) indicator starts
flashing. The indicator will stay on
when the charging is completed.
• You can also use the compact power
adapter without attaching a battery
pack.
• When the compact power adapter is
connected, even if a battery is
attached its power will not be
consumed.
ONCETHEBATTERYISFULLYCHARGED
1Disconnect the compact power
adapter from the camcorder.
2Unplug the power cord from the
power outlet and the compact
power adapter.
TOREMOVETHEBATTERYPACK
Slide down _to release the
battery pack, and pull out the battery
pack holding it from the ridge on its
bottom part.
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•Turn off the camcorder before connecting or
disconnecting thecompact poweradapter. After
you turn offthepower switch to _, important
file allocation data is updated on the disc. Be
sureto wait untilthe LCD display is completely
Off.
•Youmay hearsome noise from the compact
power adapter during use. This is nota
malfunction.
• We recommend chargingthe battery pack in
temperatures between 10 °Cand 30 °C(50 °F
and 86 °F). Outside thetemperature range of
0 °Cto 40 °C(32 °F to104 °F),the chargingwill
not start.
• Do notconnect tothe camcorder's DC IN
terminal or to the compact power adapter any
electrical equipmentthat is not expressly
recommended for use with this camcorder.