Canon Elura 70 User manual

The Digital Camcorder
for Every Occasion
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The Digital Camcorder
for Every Occasion

Life is full of special occasions that we wish we could savor forever. With
Canon's new ELURA line of camcorders, the moment never has to end. Busy
at work are Genuine Canon Optics and a robust Megapixel image sensor,
so all the excitement of a graduation ceremony, the tears of joy on a bride's
face, and the sweet music of a child's piano recital can be brilliantly captured
and enjoyed for many years to come. Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV image
processor produces stunning video and photo quality, allowing you to relive
the magic and journey back in time. Create home movies with life-like clarity.
And with the camcorder's Print & Share feature, beautiful digital photos can
be direct printed for loved ones or sent to a computer by a single click of a button. Offering an ultra-slim
design and an affordable price, they perfectly fit your hand and your budget. With so much versatility at
your fingertips, Canon's ELURA series camcorders make it easy for the past to become your present.
DIGIC DV
DIGIC DV is a system for achieving superior video and photographic images. Canon's
expertise in imaging and electronics is flawlessly blended together, resulting in outstanding
performance. It offers substantial benefits in color reproduction. DIGIC DV makes it possible to
achieve accurate color for both video and digital photos. Since video and photos have different
color requirements, DIGIC DV utilizes two different color techniques to maximize video quality
on a TV and still image quality
for print or computer display.
VIC
Embracing the industry's latest and most
sophisticated technology, Canon camcorders
feature an exclusive connection circuit, called
VIC. VIC is a virtual powerhouse.
Traditionally, multiple chips were needed to
perform the camcorder's input and output
functions. However VIC manages it all with
one single chip. The result is seamless
connectivity whether you are connecting to a
computer, TV, or VCR.
Pictures simulated
DV Photo Plus
Canon's DV Photo Plus achieves premium
quality video and photos by combining four
features; Genuine Canon Optics, a Mega
Pixel CCD image sensor, DIGIC DV image
processor and Print & Share. The moment
you watch video on a TV or hold a print in
your hand, the difference is clear. DV Photo
Plus unleashes the full digital imaging power
of your Canon camcorder,
promising a superior level of
clarity, color, and excellence
to video and photos.

Portrait
18x
Image Stabilizer
A high quality image
stabilization system corrects camcorder
shake instantly, so your videos always look
smooth, steady and natural even when
shooting hand-held at full
telephoto.
DV Messenger2
With DV Messenger2, you can
use your Canon camcorder for Internet Video
Chat with Microsoft Windows Messenger
through IEEE1394. Control the zoom and
focus of your camcorder or the person you
are chatting with. Preview thumbnails and
transfer photos. Watch and control the video
playback of either camcorder - all from your
computer. When used in conjunction with the
camcorder's NETWORK mode, you can
access your camcorder at home from a
remote location. NETWORK mode also makes
it possible to switch either camcorder's mode
(CAMERA to VCR, TAPE to CARD) through
the computer, instead of manually switching it
on the camcorder.
Program Auto Exposure
While the Easy Recording mode is
fine for most shooting situations, the
camcorder also includes additional pre-
programmed auto exposure modes (Auto,
Sports, Portrait, Spotlight, Sand & Snow and
Low Light mode), each carefully designed to
give you the best possible image results
under special shooting conditions.
Night Mode
In the Night mode, the camcorder selects the
ideal shutter speed and sensitivity
combination to brighten up the scene, without
sacrificing color. The Night mode can be
easily activated by one press of the NIGHT
MODE button. With the ELURA70 and
ELURA65, you can also assign the Super
Night or Night Plus mode to the NIGHT
MODE button. In the Super Night mode, the
assist lamp lights up automatically
responding to the brightness
of the subject. In the Night
Plus mode, the assist lamp
can be turned on, and stay on
as long as you choose.
USB Terminal
Allows high-speed transfer of images from
your SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard to
your computer. By using the USB cable and
software provided, you can process and
organize your images on your PC.
Included Software
The ELURA70, ELURA65 and ELURA60 Kit
includes software for image management and
editing: ZoomBrowser EX (Windows) and
ImageBrowser (Macintosh) which let you
easily download, browse, archive, and
retouch your photos. Automatically resize
images and attach them to e-mail, arrange
them for printing, and add text.
Analog Line-In/Converter
You can send an analog video signal from a
TV, VCR or a camcorder into the ELURA70,
ELURA65 or ELURA60 and record it onto a
DV tape, or convert the analog signal into
digital signal, for direct transfer to digital
video devices or computers equipped with a
IEEE1394 terminal*.
*The Analog to Digital Converter
may not function depending on
the software used.
Skin Detail Function
When shooting close-ups of people, the
camcorder automatically softens details to
reduce the appearance of skin imperfections
for a more complimentary appearance.
Image Stabilizer
OFF
Image Stabilizer ON
When attaching the Wide
Attachment 0.7x to the ELURA70
Spotlight
Sand & Snow Sports
Genuine Canon Optics:
18x Optical Zoom Lens (ELURA70)
16x Optical Zoom Lens (ELURA65)
14x Optical Zoom Lens (ELURA60)
What sets a Canon camcorder apart from all the others? It’s the only camcorder made
by a company renowned for high-quality professional optics. Our vast expertise in
designing and crafting precision lenses for 35mm and broadcast TV cameras also
goes into every camcorder lens we make. The ELURA70, ELURA65 and ELURA60’s
optical zoom lens delivers superb definition and contrast, taking full advantage of the
DV format. The digital zoom extends the camcorder’s magnification revealing details
too small to see with the naked eye. With the ELURA70, you can attach the supplied WA-34
Wide Attachment (0.7x), giving you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views.
Print/Share Button
The Print/Share button makes direct printing
and downloading images to a computer
easier than ever before. When the camcorder
is connected to a printer, the Print/Share
button lights up blue, letting you know that
you can begin printing simply by pressing it
once. You can also transfer a photo directly
to your computer, with just a single press of
the button.
Night
360x Digital
IEEE1394 DV Terminal
An IEEE1394-compliant DV terminal
lets you connect the camcorder to a DV-
compatible computer or another Canon DV
camcorder. Transfer your digital movies to
your computer’s hard disk, edit your scenes,
then use them to create high-impact Web
sites, video e-mail, interactive CDs and
DVDs, or a personal video album.
Low Light
Picture Transfer Protocol
(PTP)
The camcorders support Picture Transfer
Protocol (PTP) that enables data
communication with a computer without the
need to install dedicated driver software. This
direct link enables the computer to access
the camcorder as though it was an external
card reader. This feature is available only with
computers running Windows XP or Mac OS X
(version 10.1 or later) operating system.

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Exif Print
The camcorders support Exif Print (2.2), a worldwide standard that enhances communication
between digital cameras and printers. At the time of shooting, vital camcorder settings and
scene data are recorded with the image, resulting in realistic and reliable color reproduction.
Poor lighting or mistakes can also be corrected, allowing photos to be even better
than the originals.
SD Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard
The ELURA70, ELURA65 and ELURA60
expand video possibilities with a built-in slot
for an SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card or a
MultiMediaCard, in addition to a MiniDV
cassette. Easily transfer images to your PC
directly from the camcorder using USB and
IEEE1394. Produce effects not possible with
just a cassette using the Card Mix Effects.
Choose one of the sample images provided
on the supplied SD Memory
Card (such as picture frames,
backgrounds and animations)
and combine it
with the live video
recording.
Selectable Focusing Points
Sometimes, the subject we want to
photograph is not in the center of the frame.
Choose from one of three focusing points to
automatically put the
subject you want into sharp
focus.
Simultaneous Photo
Recording
While recording video, the camcorders are
able to simultaneously capture VGA quality
(640 x 480 pixels) digital photos onto a
memory card. This is perfect for those who
want to capture e-mail ready photos, without
interruption.
1.33 Megapixel* High
Resolution Photos
The camcorders feature advanced image
processing, for capturing stunning, 1.33
Megapixel (1280 x 960 pixels) photos onto
the included memory card. They may be
captured at a variety of
different image qualities and
compression sizes (Superfine/
Fine/Normal).
* Total pixels
Motion JPEG
You can record movie clips in Motion JPEG
format onto the memory card, for clear
images and smooth playback. You may
choose to record in 320 x 240 pixels or 160 x
120 pixels. Best of all, you can record for the
full length of the SD Memory Card*. If you
like, you can even copy video from the Mini
DV tape to the card, making it
easy to attach a mini-movie to an
e-mail or post on the web.
*When using MultiMediaCards, movie clips are limited to 10
seconds in 320 x 240 and 30 seconds in 160 x 120.
Auto Exposure Bracketing
This feature allows you to record three photos
(normal, underexposed and overexposed)
simply by pressing the
PHOTO button once.
Continuous Shooting Mode
The camcorders feature a continuous
shooting mode, allowing you to capture a
rapid succession of 1.33 Megapixel photos.
Choose from normal-speed (3 frames per
second) or high-speed (5 frames per second)
continuous shooting. This function is linked
with the flash of the optional VFL-1, so
continuous shooting is possible even in dark
locations.
Direct Print Choices
The camcorders offer flexible connectivity with a variety of printers. Connect your
camcorder to any Canon CP-Series Card Photo Printer or Canon Bubble Jet
Direct Printer, without even connecting a computer. A single cable connects the
printer to the camcorder and you can perform trimming and other functions right from the
camcorder. Choose from a range of different paper sizes with options for borderless or
bordered prints. The camcorders can also connect to any PictBridge compliant printer.
Overexposed
Normal
Underexposed
High Resolution 16:9
Widescreen Mode (ELURA70/
ELURA65)
You can record high-resolution video in the
16:9 format for playback on widescreen TVs.
Unlike systems which only record a
vertically expanded picture, the ELURA70
and ELURA65 use the full width of the CCD,
retaining image quality and providing a larger
horizontal angle of view at the wide end.
*The ELURA60 features only standard 16:9 Wide Screen
Mode.

VFL-1 Flash ON VFL-1 Flash OFF
M ULTI
I MAGE
S CREEN
Digital Effects
Show your creativity by using the special
effects and digital faders available with the
camcorders. A wide selection of faders and
special effects will add visual appeal and
greater imaging variety.
• Lithium Ion Battery
• S-Video Input/Output
• Microphone Terminal (ELURA70/
ELURA65)
• Remote Control Included
• Built-in Speaker
• Audio Dubbing
• Self-Timer
• Date Search
• Time Code/Data Code
• Record Search & Review
• Confirmation Beep
• Zero Set Memory
• World Clock
PCM Digital Sound
The camcorders offer two digital
audio modes, 12 and 16-bit. You can select
16-bit mode for high-quality, CD-equivalent
stereo sound, or 12-bit to record only two of
four channels, leaving two channels free for
you to record additional sound later.
StitchAssist
By using the StitchAssist Mode, you can
create magnificent panoramas. Shoot your
landscape, and transfer them to your
computer. Then simply select and arrange
your images in the correct order, and the
supplied PhotoStitch software does the rest,
aligning, overlapping and cropping the
separate images to form one ultra-wide
panoramic still image.
My Camera Function
Personalize your camcorder by customizing
the start-up image and camcorder operation
sounds. You can also choose a start-up
image from the included software CD or use
your own digital recordings.
Flexible LCD View
Screen and Color
Viewfinder
The bright 2.5” LCD
view screen makes it easy to compose
sensational shots without having to squint into
the viewfinder. You can rotate the screen for
high-or low-angle shots, or turn it around 180°
to record yourself. When you’re done
shooting, the screen is perfect for reviewing
your scenes.
End Search
Use this function to locate the end of the last
recorded scene. The camcorder fast-
forwards the tape, plays back the last few
seconds of the recording and stops the tape.
Selectable Display Languages
You can choose from the following
languages: English, French, Spanish,
German, Italian, Russian, Chinese and
Japanese. The date format can also be
selected.
Faders
Add a variety of transitions to your movies
with a fade to or from black. Choose from
Fade Trigger, Wipe, Corner,
Jump, Flip, Puzzle, Zigzag,
Beam and Tide.
Multi-image Screen
Divide your screen into four, nine or sixteen
pictures with the Image Capture function. You
can choose the speed at which the images
are captured: Manual, Slow,
Moderate or Fast.
Special Effects
For a more creative look, you can switch on
the following digital effects during recording
or playback: Art, Black & White, Sepia,
Mosaic, Ball, Cube, Wave,
Color Mask or Mirror.
* In Card mode:
Only black and white
is available.
Flip
Puzzle
Ball
Cube
Advanced Accessory Shoe (ELURA70/ELURA65)
Want to add an accessory microphone or video light? Simply slide Canon’s VFL-1
Video Flash Light, DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone or VL-3 Video Light into the accessory
shoe; the camcorder will automatically provide power
and connections. No external power or cables are
required.

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Specifications
Operating System CPU RAM
Windows Windows 98/ 150MHz or better 64MB or more
Windows Me/
Windows 2000
Windows XP 300MHz or better 128MB or more
Macintosh Mac OS 9.0–9.2 PowerPC 64MB or more
Mac OS X (10.1/10.2) PowerPC 128MB or more
Free hard disk space
Windows ZoomBrowser EX 200MB or more
PhotoStitch 40MB or more
DV TWAIN Driver 25MB or more
DV WIA Driver 25MB or more
Macintosh ImageBrowser 120MB or more
PhotoStitch 30MB or more
System requirements for supplied software
Digital Video Software
Interface: USB: only preinstalled Windows 98/Windows Me/Windows 2000/
Windows XP systems with built-in USB ports, or only systems equipped
with genuine Apple-brand built-in USB interfaces.
DV Network Software
Interface: IEEE1394: only preinstalled Windows XP Home Edition or
Windows XP Professional systems with built-in IEEE1394 terminal
• To use DV Messenger, it is required that Windows Messenger 4.5/4.6/
4.7 operates correctly.
• It is required that Windows Messenger operates and the voice or video
conversation can be used with a digital camcorder. Please consult
Microsoft for details.
• If you are using a router, make sure it is an UPnP (Universal Plug and
Play) compatible router. For details, consult your Internet service
provider, telephone carrier, or refer to the manual of the router.
• We recommend using a broadband Internet connection.
• The communication quality and connectivity depend on the congestion
of the Internet line and service.
• This product does not guarantee a certain communication quality.
CPU 500 MHz or better (800 MHz or better recommended)
RAM 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)
Free Hard AV/C Camera Storage Subunit-WIA Driver 1 MB or more
Disk Space DV Messenger2 100 MB or more
Other Windows Messenger Version 4.5/4.6/4.7
Availability differs from area to area.
* Cannot be used to power the camcorder directly.
** A 900 series charger is required.
*** ELURA70/ELURA65 only.
DVM-CL
Digital Video Head
Cleaning Cassette
DVM-E60/DVM-E80
Digital Video
Cassette
SC-A50
Soft Carrying Case
SC-1000
Soft Carrying Case
Genuine
Leather
VL-10Li
Battery
Video Light
Powerful 10 W
illumination. A BP-900 series
battery attaches directly, so
operation is cable-free.**
CB-2LT
Battery
Charger
Use the battery charger
for charging the battery
packs. It plugs directly
into a power outlet
without a cable.
FS-34U Filter Set
Includes neutral density (ND 8)
filter and MC protector.
WS-20 Wrist
Strap
Battery pack Maximum recording time
using using
viewfinder LCD screen
NB-2L
(single-capacity)
NB-2LH
(single-capacity)
BP-2L12
(single-capacity)
BP-2L14
(double-capacity)
This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories.
When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand
accessories or products bearing the same mark.
Lithium Ion
Battery Packs
Extra batteries for use with the camcorders.
Optional Accessories
CBC-NB2
Car Battery
Charger
Use the car battery
charger to charge battery
packs on the move.
•ELURA70, ELURA65 or ELURA60
•BP-2L14 Battery Pack (ELURA70)
•NB-2LH Battery Pack (ELURA65/ELURA60)
•CA-570 Compact Power Adapter
•STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
•WA-34 Wide Attachment (ELURA70)
•SS-900 Shoulder Strap
•WL-D83 Wireless Controller
•SDC-8M SD Memory Card
•IFC-300PCU USB Cable
•DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK for Windows
•DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK for Macintosh
THE CANON
ELURA70/ELURA65/ELURA60 KIT
S-150
S-Video
Cable
TL-H34
Tele-converter
Increases the focal length by
1.5x. Image resolution may
be lower at the telephoto-
side.
WD-H34
Wide-converter
Increases the wide angle
coverage by 0.7x.
SC-2000
Soft Carrying Case
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VL-3 Video Light***
This 3 W light attaches to the Advanced
Accessory Shoe for cable-free operation.
Continuous on and auto on/off settings.
Powered by the camcorder’s power source.
VFL-1
Video Flash Light***
Attaches to the Advanced
Accessory Shoe for cable-free
operation. As a video light, it can
turn on and off automatically. As
a flash, it can fire automatically
or act as a pre-flash to reduce
the red-eye effect.
DM-50
Directional
Stereo
Microphone***
Attaches to the Advanced Accessory
Shoe for cable-free operation. Picks up
shotgun or shotgun + surrounding
sound. Powered by the camcorder’s
power source. Wind shields included.
Video Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system
(consumer digital VCR SD system), digital
component recording
Audio Recording System PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48 kHz/2ch); 12bit
(32 kHz/4ch)
Television System EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC
color signal
Image Sensor 1/4.5-inch CCD, approx. 1,330,000 pixels
Effective pixels: tape approx. 690,000 pixels
card approx. 1,230,000 pixels
Tape Format Videocassettes bearing the “MiniDV”mark
Tape Speed SP: 0.74 ips (18.81 mm/s), LP: 0.49 ips
(12.56 mm/s)
Maximum Recording SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min.
(80 min. cassette)
Fast Forward/Rewind Approx. 2 min. 20 sec. (60 min. cassette)
LCD screen 2.5-inch TFT color, approx. 123,000 pixels
Viewfinder 0.33-inch TFT color, approx. 113,000 pixels
Microphone Stereo electret condenser microphone
Lens ELURA70: f=3.5-63, f/1.8-3.4,
18x power zoom
ELURA65: f=3.5-56, f/1.8-3.3,
16x power zoom
ELURA60: f=3.5-49, f/1.8-3.1,
14x power zoom
Lens Configuration 10 elements in 8 groups
Filter Diameter 34 mm
AF System TTL autofocus, manual focusing possible
Minimum Focusing 3.3 ft (1 m); 0.39 in. (1 cm) on maximum wide
Distance angle
White Balance Auto white balance, pre-set white balance
(indoor, outdoor) or custom white balance
Minimum Illumination 1.8 lx (using the night mode)
Recommended More than 100 lx
Illumination
Maximal Shutter Speed 1/2000 (1/250 in CARD CAMERA mode)
Image Stabilization Electronic
AV Terminal ø3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
Video: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced
Audio output: -10 dBV (47 kohm load)/3
kohms or less
Audio input: -10 dBV/40 kohms or more
DV Terminal Special 4-pin connector (IEEE1394
compliant)
S-video Terminal 1 Vp-p/75 ohms (Y signal), 0.286 VP-p/75
ohms (C signal)
Microphone Terminal ø3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
(ELURA70/ELURA65) -57 dBV (with 600 ohm mic)/5 kohms or more
Headphone Terminal ø3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC
Power consumption 2.6 W (using viewfinder), 3.3 W (using LCD
(AF on) screen)
Operating temperature 32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C)
Recording media SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard
Number
Still image: 1280 x 960 pixels, 640 x 480 pixels
of recording pixels Movie: 320 x 240 pixels, 160 x 120 pixels
File format Design rule for Camera File system (DCF),
Exif 2.2 compliant, Digital Print Order Format
(DPOF) compliant (only images marked for
printing or transfer)
Image recording format Still image: JPEG (compression: Superfine/
Fine/Normal)
Movie: AVI (image data: Motion JPEG; audio
data: WAVE (monaural))
Estimated SD Memory 1280 x 960: Superfine 6 images/Fine 10
Card SDC-8M capacities* images/Normal 18 images, 640 x 480:
Superfine 34 images/Fine 50 images/
Normal 84 images
*The actual number varies depending on the
images. Sample images recorded on the
supplied SD Memory Card are to be
included in the total number.
USB terminal mini-B (USB 2.0 compliant)
Dimensions 3.1 x 2.9 x 5.1 in. (78 x 74 x 130 mm)
excluding protrusions
Weight approx. 1.1 lb. (500g)
(camcorder body only)
1hr.35min. 1hr.15min.
1hr.55min. 1hr.30min.
3hr.20min. 2hr.30min.
4hr. 3hr.10min.