Canon FS20 User manual

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Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
Ii:A 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 INTI;RFERENCE, USE THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
COPYRIGHT WARNING:
Unauthorized recording
of copyrighted materials may infringe on the
rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
Digital Video Camcorder FS22 A/ FS21 A/ FS20 A/ FS200 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, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radiolTV technician for help.
The cable with the ferrite 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
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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 unirisulated
"dangerous voltage" within
the product's enclosure,
that may be
of sufficient
magnitude
to constitute a
risk
of electric 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.
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In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder
FS22 A/ FS21 A/ FS20 A/ FS200 A and all its accessories.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that product heat.
8 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and
a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
9 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
12 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
13 Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the
product is operated.
14 Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
15 Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should
be adhered to.
16 Follow Instructions - All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.
17 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.
18 Accessories - Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may be
hazardous.

Fig. 1 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA LEAD
IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
~~ GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROVNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
19 Avoid magnetic or electric fields - Do not use the camera close to TV transmitters,
portable communication devices or other sources of electric or magnetic radiation. They
may cause picture interference, or permanently damage the camera.
20 Water and Moisture - Hazard of electric shock - Do not use this product near water or
in rainy/moist situations.
21 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 •• w
and cart combination to overturn. ~
22 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.
23 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.
24 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.
25 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 81 0 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI /
NFPA No. 70-1984, 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.
26 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
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disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.
27 Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
28 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.
29 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.
30 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 or the cabinet has been damaged.
1. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. This indicates a need for
service.
31 Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts that are specified by Canon or that have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
32 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.
33 Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
When replacement of the power supply is required, please return it to the responsible
nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-570.
The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For areas
where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter. Contact your
nearest Canon Service Center for further information.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Online product registration for U.S.A. Customers only.
Register your product online at www.registercanon.com
Protect your product: We will keep the model number and date of
purchase of your new Canon product on file to help you refer to this
information
in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft.
Receive
information on new products and promotions: Upon your
request, we will send you information on Canon new products and
promotions.
The serial number ofthe 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 apermanent record of your purchase to aid identification
in case of theft.
Date of Purchase: Model Name: FS22 A /
FS21 A /
FS20 A / FS200 A
Purchase From:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Phone No.:
Serial No.:
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CA-570 Compact Power
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BP-808 Battery Pack
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Controller (incl. Lithium Button
Battery CR2025)
IFC-400PCU USB Cable
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•STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
•WS-30 Wrist Strap

Supplied CD-ROMs
The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with
the camcorder:
•PIXELA Application Disc Ver.1 Disc 1CD-ROM* and
.'PIXELA ImageMixer 3
SE Installation Guide'
-ImageMixer 3
SE VerA Transfer Utility -Software for
saving and transferring movies.
-Music Transfer Utility
Ver.1 -Software for transferring
music for Video Snapshot playback to the
camcorder.
•PIXELA Application Disc Ver.1 Disc 2CD-ROM*
-ImageMixer 3
SE VerA Video Tools -Software for
managing, editing, and playing back movies.
•DIGITAL VIDEO Solution Disk CD-ROM* and
Installation Guide -Software for saving, managing, and
printing photos.
•
~ Instruction Manual/Music Data Disc CD-ROM -
Contains the full-version Instruction Manual of the
camcorder and music data for Video Snapshot and
slideshow playback. This CD-ROM cannot be played
back on aCD player. The music files on this CD-ROM
are for exClusive use with the supplied PIXELA
applications, Music Transfer Utility and ImageMixer 3
SE Video Tools. For more details, refer to the 'Music
Transfer Utility Software Guide' and 'ImageMixer 3
SE
Software Guide' on the PIXELA Application Disc
Ver.1 Disc 1CD-ROM.
*The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the
software (electronic version on PDF
file).
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Package Contents
About the Camcorder's PDF Instruction Manual
This guide will get you started and show you how to use the most basic
functions
of your camcorder to shoot video, take photos and play back
your recordings (using the camcorder
or connecting it to your TV). To learn
more about the more advanced functions
of your camcorder, to read
importanthandling precautions and
to consultthetroubleshooting section
if
an error message is displayed, be sure to read the full instruction
manual, included as aPDF file in the
~ Instruction Manual/Music Data
CD-ROM*.
1Turn on the computer.
2Insert the
~ Instruction Manual/Music Data CD-ROM into
the computer's disc drive.
3Open [My Computer].
Windows Vista users: Open [Computer] instead.
4Right-click the drive in which you inserted the CD-ROM and
select [Open].
5Open the [MANUAL] folder and then the [ENGLISH] folder.
The PDF file is located in this folder. For easy access later, you can
copy the PDF file to your computer's desktop.
* Adobe® Reader® 6or later is required to view the PDF Instruction Manual.

Table of Contents
08 Package Contents
12 Names of Parts and Onscreen Displays
20 Charging the Battery Pack
24 Operating Modes of the Camcorder
26 First Time Settings
28 Getting Ready to Start Recording
32 Basic Recording: Shooting Video and Taking Photos
41 Basic Playback: Playing Back Movies and Viewing Photos
47 Playback on a
TV Screen
49 Saving Your Recordings
50 Abridged Specifications
Conventions Used in the Quick Guide
•OIMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation.
•CDNOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating
procedures.
• CD POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements regarding the
function described.
• CD: Reference page number in this manual.
;[111.: Reference page number in the camcorder's full-version Instruction
Manual
(PDF file).
• (liD :Text that applies only to the model shown in the icon.
•Brackets []
are used to refer to menu options as they are displayed on screen.
•Names
of buttons and switches other than the joystick are ,'ndicafed within
a"button" frame.
•The Carrow
is used to abbreviate menu selections. For adetailed
explanation refer to Using the Menus
(illl,. 27).
•The photos included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with astill
camera. Unless indicated otherwise, illustrations and menu icons refer to
the Iifi).
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ames of Parts
CD RESET button: Reset all the
camcorder's settings. (till 96)
® VIDEO SNAP (Video Snapshot)
button: Shoot short videos
(approx. 4seconds) and arrange
them into avideo clip set
to your
favorite background music.
(11111 47)/ ~ ltV (print/share)
button: Print your photos or
transferthem
to acomputerwith
the press of asingle button.
(
"-I' 70 82)
~.~P ,
@ D1SP. (on-screen display) button:
Change the camcorder's
onscreen displays. (l1li 54)/
BATT. INFO button: Press when the
camcorder
is off to check the
batterypack'scharge status and
its remaining recording time.
@ USB terminal: Connect the
camcorder to acomputer or
printer
(~ • .J 75)
@AV OUT/ \) terminal UIII. 75)
@ MIC terminal (red): Connect an
external microphone. 01111 55)
(J) Speaker (ClJ 45)
® Strap mount: Attach an optional
shoulder strap for convenience
and portability.
0111;1 22)
®ACCESS (memory access)
indicator
(OJ 32)
® DC IN terminal (OJ 20)
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[!] Front view
Names of Parts
GJ) Mini video light: Turn on to shoot
video or take photos
in dark
places.
(_. 47)
©Stereo microphone
@ (DB Remote sensor
(
i1-t~· 22)
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@LCD screen (lJ] 31)
@ON/OFF(CHG) (power/charge)
indicator OJ] 20, 37)
@Camera mode dial (CIJ 25)
@Start/Stop button (OJ 32)
@ ."~[B (camera/play) button
(CIJ 24, 41)
@ PLAYLIST button: Edit the playlist
to play back only your favorite
scenes
in the order of your
choice.
(ill •• 56)/Zoom in T
(telephoto) button (OJ 35)
@ • (stop) button (Q] 41)/Zoom
out W(wide-angle) button
(Q] 35)
® ~/II (play/pause) button
(Q] 41 )/START/STOP button
(Q] 32)
@ FUNC. button: In the flexible
recording modes you can
access the FUNC. menu and
setup menus.
0_1 27, 84)
@Joystick (OJ 24)
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Names of Parts
@PHOTO button (fJ] 33)
@Zoom lever (Q] 35)
@POWER button
@ Tripod socket: Mount the
camcorder on atripod for
steadier shots.
(~ •• 105)
@Serial number
@) Battery compartment cover/
Memory card slot cover
®Memory card slot (Q] 28)
®Battery compartment (Q] 20)
@Battery release latch
(Q] 20)
@ Grip belt: Adjustfor acomfortable
and secure grip. 0'-. 22)
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~ Bottom view
@ @@
Ll Top view
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nscreen Displays and Icons
Recording movies (jJ ®
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CD Operating mode (OJ 24)
® Recording program: Recording programs allow you to change various
picture-related settings to your preference, or to use aSpecial Scene
recording program to apply the camcorder settings most appropriate for
avariety of situations (11I1 44, 45).
@ White balance: Change the setting so different lighting conditions do not
affect the colors in your recordings and white objects look truly white
(
f~~ 51).
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@) Image effects: Try using various image effects to change the look of your
recordings ( •• 52).
® Digital effects: The camcorder offers various transition effects (faders) for
movies and digital effects to add some flavor to your recordings
(.
1· •.• • ... 53)
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® Recording mode (CIJ 39).
(f) ~ Remote sensor off ([_ 90)
®Manual focus 0.) 51)
® Image stabilizer: The stabilizer is activated by default and will compensate for
anormal degree of camcorder shake so you can get beautiful, steady
recordings 0" 86). ~ The image stabilizer may not be able to
successfullyeliminate all blur if the camcorder or the subject is moving too
much.
@ Pre-recording function: The camcorder will start recording video 3 seconds
before you press [START/STOP], so you do not miss important shooting
opportunities. 011I. 49)
(jJ) Memory operation ( •. t18)
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Onscreen Displays and Icons
@Number of scenes recorded (record pause)fTime code (hours: minutes:
seconds, while recording)
@Remaining recording time
Od On the memory card
~ I ~ IlftID (!!) In the built-in memory
When there is no more free space on the memory, [(3) END] (built-in
memory) or [Od END] (memory card) will be displayed and the recording
will stop.
@Remaining battery time
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-c-,LJ in red: Battery pack is almost empty. Replace with afully charged
battery pack.
When the camcorder is off, press [BATTINFO1to display the charge
status of abattery pack. The Intelligent System will display the charge
status
(as apercentage) and the remaining recording time (in minutes)
for 5seconds. If the battery pack is exhausted, the battery information
may not be displayed.
@Headphone output (lilt 54)
@ Wind screen off: Wind screen removes the background sound of wind when
recording outdoors. You may want to turn it off when recording indoors in
very quiet surroundings Oillt 86).
@Backlight correction (illl. 50)
@Joystick guide (llEt 26)
Q~ Mini video light (~III;t 47)
@ Leve' marker: Display onscreen markers to check your composition and make
sure horizontal or vertical lines do not appear crooked in your recordings
0111I. 88).
@Audio level indicator (i.. 88)

Onscreen Displays and Icons
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Playing movies (during playback)
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@Playback time (hours: minutes: seconds)
@Scene number
@ Data code: In addition to the date and time of recording, you can choose
to display information related to the camcorder settings like the shutter
speed or aperture value used
08. 88).
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@Zoom (rn 35), Exposure 0-1-0 (iillli 50)
®Recording program OBIt 44,45)
®White balance (f&,t 51)
@Image effect 0&. 52)
®Digital effect Oi.it 53)
® ~ /IDD /~ Drive mode: You can take asingle photo orchange
the drive mode to continuous shooting to take aseries of photos of a
moving subject
(illl. 66).
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Onscreen Displays and Icons
®Photo quality/size (fIl 40)
@Manual focus (illl 51)
@Remaining battery time
@Number of photos available
rn On the memory card
IDD /~ /1iH!) (!ii) In the built-in memory
- rn in red: Cannot record any more photos.
- ~ in red: No memory card in the camcorder.
@! Self timer 011I. 49)
® AF frame: You can change whether to let the camcorder detectthe subject
and select where
to focus (9-point AiAF system) or have it focus only on
the frame at the center of the screen. (III. 87)
®Joystick guide (JIlt 26)
@Mini video light (III' 47)
00 Focus and exposure lock (fIl 33)
® Camcorder shake warning: When this icon appears on-screen, you may
need to stabilize the camcorder using atripod or use ahigher shutter
speed (BI. 87).
@ IDD Remote sensor off (i.1 90)

Onscreen Displays and Icons
Viewing photos
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@Photo number (i"-' 18, 91)
@Current photo /Total number
of photos
@ Histogram: Gives you agraphic indication aboutaphoto'sexposure so you
can confirm that
it is not too dark or too bright (.. 67).
@Date and time
of recording
@
Photo protection mark: Protect yourfavorite photos to prevent erasing them
by mistake
(lIB 67).
@
Manual exposure: Correct the exposure manually for apicture darker/
brighter than the one obtained using the automatic exposure set by the
camcorder
(-. 50).
@Photo size
(CO 40)
@
File size
®Aperture value
® Shutter speed: Control the shutter speed manually to change the
appearance of moving objects
in your recordings (lEI 45).
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· tting started
harging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with abattery pack or directly using the
compact power adapter. When you use the compact power adapter, the
power
of the battery pack will not be consumed. Charge the battery pack
before use.
CD Connect to the adapter.
C2.) Plug into apower outlet.
1Connect the
compact
power adapter. 2Connect the camcorder.
CD Plug into the DC IN terminal.
3Insert the battery pack.
CD Slide in the direction ofthe arrow and open. GD Push the battery pack
into the compartment.
(;3) Securely close the cover.
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