Canon FS400 User manual

FS40
FS400

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.
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COPYRIGHT WARNING:
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright
owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
Digital Video Camcorder FS40 A/ FS400 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 radiofTV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the
manual.
If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the
equipment.
Canon U.S.A., Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. [phone]
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing.
The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily
operable to disconnect the plug in case of an accident.
CAUTION:
• Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type
of batteries.
• Do not expose batteries or product to excessive heat such as the inside of a car under
direct sunlight, fire, etc.
Important Warning
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT O~EN
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 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 FS40 A / FS400 Aand 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 produce 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.
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.

ANTENNA LEAD
IN WIRE
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
~:=::: GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
Fig. 1 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
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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 cart combination to overturn.
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.
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. 70-1984, 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.
Lightning - For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it is
len 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.
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.
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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.
f. 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 .
.I CA-570 identification plate is located on the bottom.
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
m~am~1 CgnOn ~~rYi~~ C~nt~r for further information.
I This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

[I] DOLBV
DIGITAL
STEREO CREATOR
Trademark Acknowledgements
• SO, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and/or other countries.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
• This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.
• 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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Package contents
•CA-570 Compact Power Adapter [CD]
•BP-808 Battery Pack [0]
•STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (yellow, red, white plugs) [@]
•IFC-300PCU/S USB Cable [(~)]
• 3 Software CD-ROMs
-PIXELA's VideoBrowser SO CD-ROM*
-PIXELA's Transfer Utility SO CD-ROM*
- ~ Instruction Manual/Music Data CD-ROM
Contains the full-version Instruction Manual of the camcorder
(PDF file).
See the explanation on the next page.
*The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the software (PDF file). A
printed Installation Guide for PIXELA's Software
is also supplied. Refer to this
Installation Guide for details about the supplied software applications and their
uses.
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Table of Contents
08 Package Contents
10 Names of Parts and Icons
17 Charging the Battery Pack
21 Operating Modes of the Camcorder
25 Getting Ready to Start Recording
28 Basic Recording: Shooting Video and Taking Photos
35 Basic Playback: Playing Back Movies and Viewing Photos
38 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings
39 Playback on a
TV Screen
41 Abridged Specifications
About the Camcorder's PDF Instruction Manual
This guide will get you started and show you how to use the most basic
functions ofyour 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 important
handling precautions and to consult the troubleshooting section
if an error
message
is displayed, be sure to read the full instruction manual.
You can find the camcorder's
full version Instruction Manual (PDF file*) in the
[MANUALS_ENGLISH] folder ofthe supplied
~ Instruction Manual/Music
Data CD-ROM.
In this Quick Guide, the ~PDF) mark indicates reference
page numbers
in the PDF file.
*Adobe® Reader® 6or later is required to view the PDF Instruction Manual.
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ames of Parts and Icons
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left side view
CD 0®
Right side view
CD@
~~.
,=-- _- _- _-_- _- _~!i~!i _- _- _- _-_-_- _-;
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Front view
CD RESET button (~ PDF> 106)
o rmm button: Activate {AUTol mode to let
the
camcorder selectthe best settingsfor
your subject.
(OJ 21)1
WEB button: Convert your movies into
MPEG files you can easily upload
to the
Web.
C~POF) 86)
Q) DISP. (on-screen display) button: Display a
scene's timeline screen
C~.P.JlF_) 62) and
change the
camcorder's onscreen
displays.
(~PPf_) 66)/BATI. INFO button
(~PDF) 101)
@Speaker (OJ 36)
® AV OUT terminal: Connect the camcorder
to aTV (CD 39)
(§) USB terminal: Connect the camcorder to a
computer.
c~_rJ~f) 80, 81)
c--n DC IN terminal (OJ 17)
(~) ACCESS (memory access) indicator
(CD 28)
® Strap mount: Attach an optional wrist or
shoulder strap for convenience and
portability.
Q(j) Grip belt: Adjust for acomfortable and
secure grip.
(OJ 27)
@Stereo microphone
@Mini video light (~ __ P..Pf) 61)

Names of Parts and Icons
@Zoom lever (1Il 29)
C@ PHOTO button (OJ 28)
@POWER button
®Joystick (OJ 22)
1=J!!lI!~t"" @LCD screen (OJ 27)
@ FUNC. button: Press to access the FUNC.
menu and setup menus. (When
recording, the menus are accessible only
in [-leU mode.) (Q)PDF) 28, 90)
@ ~ III (play/pause) button (OJ 35)1
STARTISTOP button (CD 28)
@) •(stop) button (OJ 35)/PLAYLIST button:
Press to switch to the playlist.
(~PDF) 46)
@ VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button: Shoot
shortvideos
(a few seconds in length) and
arrange them into avideo clip set to your
favorite background music.
C~ PDF) 55)
@ ."'~[B (camera/play) button (OJ 21)
~~ ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator:
Green -ON
Orange -Standby
(OJ 32)
Red -Charging
(OJ 17)
~}) Start/Stop button (OJ 28)
Top view
LCD panel
®@
Back view
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Names of Parts and Icons
Bottom view
@Battery release latch
@ Tripod socket: Mount the camcorder on a
tripod for steadier shots.
(~PDF) 114)
®Memory card slot (OJ 25)
@Battery compartment
(~]l Battery compartment cover/Memory
card slot cover
(:30) Serial number
The serial number label is located on the
battery compartment cover.

·roduction
nscreen Displays and Icons
Recording movies
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CD Operating mode (QJ 21), Zoom m-O--D (QJ 29), Manual exposure
0-1-0 (~_PDF.,) 57)
® 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
a variety of situations.
(~ PDF> 51)
@
White balance: Change the setting so different lighting conditions do not
affect the colors
in your recordings and white objects look truly white.
(~_P..DI> 59)
@ Image effect: Try using various image effects to change the look of your
recordings.
(~ PDF) 60)
® Digital effect: The camcorder offers various transition effects (faders) for
movies and digital effects
to add some flavor to your recordings.
(~J~PF> 56)
®Recording mode eQJ 34)
oManual focus C~P..!lf_) 58)
@ Automatic backlight correction: Have the camcorderautomaticallycorrectfor
difficult to shoot backlit situations (~ PDF) 53)
® Pre-recording: The camcorder will start recording video 3seconds before
you press [Start/Stop], so you
do not miss important shooting
opportunities.
(~J:JJ!f"> 54)
®Memory operation (q) PDF) 101)
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Onscreen Displays and Icons
@ Remaining battery time
- CZI in red: Battery pack is
almost empty. Replace
with afully charged battery
pack.
@While recording/during playback: Scene counter
(hours: minutes:
seconds)
In record pause mode: Total number of scenes
@Remaining recording time
[S2>1 On the memory card; ©J In the built-in memory (mI!J only)
-When there
is no more free space on the memory, [@ End] (built-in
memory,
BJtl' only) or [(52)1 End] (memory card) will be displayed and
the recording will stop.
GJ Image stabilizer: The stabilizer will compensate for varying degrees of
camcorder shake so you can get beautiful, steady recordings.
C~PDF) 54)
@Mini video light (~PDF) 61)
@
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. (~.r..P.f) 93)
@Flicker reduction (~ PDF) 93)
@ Level marker: Display onscreen markers to check your composition and
make sure horizontal
or vertical lines do not appear crooked in your
recordings.
(~ PDF) 92)
@Joystick guide (~-ff!E) 27)

Onscreen Displays and Icons
Recording photos
@AF frame: (OJ 28)
@Self timer (~PDF) 61)
~) Number of available photos
(.sz,1 On the memory card; ©J In the built-in memory (ntD only)
- Od in red: Cannot record any more photos.
-
~ in red: No memory card in the camcorder.
@
Camcorder shake warning: When this icon appears on-screen, you may
need
to stabilize the camcorder using atripod.
@Focus and exposure lock (lIJ 28)
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Onscreen Displays and Icons
Playing movies (during playback)
@ @
i
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@ 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.
(~PDF) 66)
@ Eye-Fi wireless communication: Using an Eye-Fi card, you can upload your
recordings wirelessly. Important restrictions apply so be sure to refer to
Using an Eye-F!' card (~ PDF) 88).
®Scene number
Viewing photos
CD-
@
@Protected photo (protected using another device)
~ Current photo /Total number of photos
@Photo number (~J~.Qf) 95)
@Date and time of recording

.' 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 Open the battery compartment cover.
(g)'lnsert softly into the compartment and
press gently until it clicks.
@Close the battery compartment cover.
Insert the battery pack.
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Charging the Battery Pack
Connect the camcorder.
Plug into the DC IN terminal.
Connect the compact power
adapter.
CD Connect to the adapter.
CD Plug into a power outlet.
ON/OFF (CHG)
(charge) indicator
-----..--.....
Charging will start when the
camcorder
is turned off.
Lamp off
(camcorder turned off)
Red lamp flashes
(charging)
Lamp off
(battery
pack fully charged)
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Charging the Battery Pack
I Charging times
Charging the supplied BP-808 Battery Pack will take approximately
2hours 20 minutes. Afully charged battery
pack will allow for the
following operations (movies
in XP mode):
All given times are approximate and vary according
to recording mode
and charging, recording or playback conditions.
See Charging, Recording
and Playback Times (~~J1E) 122) for details.
o IMPORTANT
•Turn off the camcorder before disconnecting the compact power adapter.
After turning off the camcorder, important data
is updated in the memory.
Be sure
to wait until the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator goes out.
•We recommend charging the battery pack
in temperatures between 10°C
and 30 °C (50 of and 86 OF). Outside the temperature range of 0°C to
40°C (32 of and 104 OF), charging will not start.
•The first time you use abattery pack, fully charge
it and then use the
camcorder until the battery pack
is completely exhausted.
•Do notconnect to the camcorder's DC
IN terminal orto the compact power
adapter any electrical equipment that
is not expressly recommended for
use with this camcorder.
• 00 notconnect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters
or special, power sources such as those on aircraft, DC-AC inverters, etc.
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Charging the Battery Pack
•The battery pack will be charged only when the camcorder is off.
•When the camcorder charges
an exhausted battery pack for the first 20
minutes, it can be used for 3times longer than it was charged. In other
words, you can record with the camcorderfor 60 minutes after a20-minute
charge.
•
If remaining battery time is an issue, you can power the camcorder using
the compact power adapter so the battery pack will not be consumed.
•Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge
them on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure afull charge.
•We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2to 3times longer
than you think you might need.
•USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery
that powers the product
is recyclable. Please call
1-800-8-BA
TIERY for information on how to recycle this
battery.