Canon HV10 - Camcorder - 1080i User manual

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Instruction Manual English
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Manuel d'instruction Fran.;als
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Manual de Instrucciones Espanol
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en archivo PDF). Para mayores detalles,
refierase ala guia de instalaci6n.
• Digital Video Software

Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
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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.
HDV Camcorder, HV10 Asystems
This device complies with Part 15
of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the foilowl ng 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 Bdigital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference
in aresidential 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 aparticular 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 acircuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radiorrV technician for help.
Use
of shielded cable is required to comply with class Blimits in Subpart Bof 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.
Important Warning
6
1-·,.,IUi.V-1 &
RISKOFElEGTRIGSHOCK
• DO NOTOPl:N
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 unlnsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure, that may
be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute arisk 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.

In these safety instructions the word "product"
refers to the Canon HDV Camcorder HV1 0 A
and all its accessories.
1Read 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.
3Heed 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.
5Cleaning -Unplug this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product
should
be cfeaned 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.
8Water and Moisture -Hazard of electric
shock -
Do not use this product near
water or
in rainy/moist situations.
9Placing or Moving - Do not place on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or
table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to achild or adult, and
serious damage
to the
product.
Aproduct and cart
til
combination should be ~
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, •
~
and uneven surfaces may :'!
cause the product and cart .....
combination to overturn. ~
10 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 su re 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.
11 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 asafety
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.
12 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.
13 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 JNFPA 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.

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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 or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits adistinct
change
in performance. This indicates a
need for service.
19 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.
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.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
EXAMPLE
OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Fig. 1
ANTENNA DISCHARGE
UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
_
GROUND CLAMPS
___ POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
NEC -NATIONAL ELECTRODE SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC
ART 250 PART H)
14 Lightning -For added protection of this
product during alightning storm, or when it
is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, disconnect it from the wall
outlet and disconnectthe 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
risk
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 afire or electric shock.
Be careful notto 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.
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 apower supply between 100 and 240 VAC. For areas where
120 VAC power is not used, you will need aspecial plug adapter. Contact your nearest Canon
Service Center for further information.
IThis Class Bdigital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-DD3.

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Enjoying High-Definition Video
Preserve your most treasured memories, be it unforgettable scenic beauty or
cherished moments spent with family and friends, with high definition video
recordings of aquality second only to actually being there.
What is High-Definition Video?
High-definition video (HDV) allows you to record
video
of unparalleled high quality on regular miniDV
tapes. HDV
is composed of 1,080 horizontal lines
-that is more than twice the number of horizontal
lines and approximately 4times the number of
pixels
in standard definition TV broadcasts-
resulting
in incredibly beautiful and richly detailed
video recordings. 1,080 lines
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How to play back your HDV recordings?
• On ahigh-definition TV (HDTV) (CD 57)
HDV recordings will
be played back in their original high quality.
•
On standard definition TVs (CD 58)
HDV recordings will
be down-converted to match the resolution ofthe TV set.

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Introduction
Enjoying High-Definition Video 5
About this Manual 9
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Supplied Accessories
11
Components Guide 12
Screen Displays 15
Preparations
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack 18
Inserting and Removing aTape 19
Inserting and Removing aMemory Card 20
Preparing the Camcorder ,20
The Wireless Controller
21
Adjusting the LCD Screen 21
Using the Menus
Selecting aMENU Option 22
Selecting aFUNC. Menu Option 23
First Time Settings
Changing the Language 23
Changing the Time Zone 24
Setting the Date and Time 24
Basic Functions
Recording
Recording Movies :25
Recording Still Images 26
Zooming 26
Playback
Playing Back Movies 27
Locating the End
of the Last Scene 28
Locating Scenes by Recording Date 29
Viewing Still Images 29
Magnifying the Playback Image 30
Advanced Functions
Menu Options Lists
MENU Options
31
Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) 31
Recording/Video Input Setup
(HD Standard, DV Recording Mode, etc.) 32
Card Operations (Initialization, Erase All Images, etc.) 34
Playback/Video Output Setup
(Playback Standard, Component Video Out, DV Out etc.) 34
Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) 36
System Setup (Beep, etc.) 37
Date/Time Setup 37

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FUNC. Menu Options 37
Recording Programs
Using the Recording Programs 40
PFlexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed 41
seN Special Scene: Recording Programs to Match Special Conditions 42
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Manual Exposure Adjustment. 43
Light Metering Mode 43
Automatic Focus Modes 44
Manual Focus Adjustment 44
Focus Assist Functions 45
White Balance 45
Image Effects 46
Still Image Recording Options
Selecting the Size and Quality
of Still Images 47
Capturing aStill Image while Recording Movies 48
Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing 49
Other Functions
On-Screen Displays 50
Flash
51
Mini Video Light 52
SelfTimer 52
Digital Effects 53
Editing Functions
Still Image Options
Erasing Still Images 55
Protecting Still Images 55
Initializing the Memory Card 56
External Connections
Connecting to aTV or VCR
Connection Diagrams 57
Playback
on a TV Screen 59
Recording to aVCR or Digital Video Recorder 60
Analog Line-In Recording
61
Digital Video Dubbing 62
Analog/Digital Conversion 63
Connecting to aComputer
PC Connection Diagrams 64
Transferring Video Recordings 65
Transferring Still Images -Direct Transfer 66
Transfer Orders 67
Connecting to aPrinter
Printing Still Images -Direct Print 68
Selecting the Print Settings 69
Trimming Settings 70
Print Orders
71
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Additional Information
Trouble?
Troubleshooting 73
List of Messages 76
Do's and Don'ts
Handling Precautions 79
Maintenance/Others 82
Cleaning the Video Heads 82
Using the Camcorder Abroad 83
General Information
System Diagram 84
Optional Accessories 85
Product Codes 87
Specifications
88
Index 90

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Thank you for purchasing the Canon HV10. Please read this manual carefully before
you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to
operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting table
(CO 73).
Conventions Used in the Manual
.0 IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
• CD NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
•POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions that apply if the function described is not
available
in all operating modes (the operating mode to which the camcorder should be
set, etc.).
• OJ :Reference page number.
•"Screen" refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
•The photos included
in the manual are simulated pictures taken with astill camera.
First Time Settings
Changing the Language
Options
[DEUTSCH] [PYCCK~i1J
[ENGLISH] [;;\t<1'sc]
Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menu [ESPANOL] [l:III'?:>:]
optionsas they are displayed on screen. Menu options in --------'-1 ~~T:~y:~~] ~~,:~~U]
boldface indicate the default setting (for example [ON], [POLSKI] [S*18]
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Buttons and switches to be operated
Names
of buttons and switches are indicated within a
"button" frame (for example IMENU I).
ch~nge.thesetti:'2:..
About the [SET 1 dial
Turn the SET dial up and down (AT) to select options in amenu,
change setting, etc. Press the SET dial itself
(~) to make a
selection or change asetting.

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About the Operating Modes
The camcorder's operating mode is determined by the positions of the power switch and the
~ /~ switch. In the manual, I~~;~~I indicates t'hat afunction 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.
Operating Mode
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POWER Switch
CAMERA
PLAY
CAMERA
PLAY
~/~ Switch
~
(Tape)
~
(Memory card)
Icon Display Operation
Recording movies
on the tape
Playing movies
from the tape
Recording still images
on the memory card
Viewing still images
from the memory card
CD
25
27
26
29
Trademark Acknowledgements
• miniSO™ is atrademark of SO Card Association.
•Windows@ is aregistered trademark
of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
•Macintosh and Mac
as are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United
States and other countries.
• Minil)."T is atrademark.
•HOV and the HOV logo are trademarks
of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan,
Ltd. (JVC).
•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 ALICENSE 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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CR2025 for Wireless
Controller
WL-D87 Wireless
Controller
STV-250N Stereo Video IFC-300PCU DIGITAL VIDEO
Cable USB Cable SOLUTION DISK
Software CD-ROM*
CTC-100 Component
Cable
CA-570 Compact Power BP-310 Battery Pack
Adapter
(inc!. power cord)
*Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file.
The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit ofthe
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 oftheft.
Date of Purchase: Model Name: HV10 A
Purchased From: Serial No.:
Dealer Address:
Deqler Phone No.:

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Components Guide
Right Side View
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CD REC PAUSE button (OJ 61, 62)/
~ Self timer button (OJ 52)
@BACKLIGHT button (OJ 22)
®D.EFFECTS button (OJ 53)
@©(record review) button (OJ 25)/
... (rewind) button (OJ 27)/
Card -button (OJ 29)
® ~ (flash) button (OJ 51)/
~ / II (play/pause) button (OJ 27)
®LIGHT button (OJ 52)/
~ (fast forward) button (OJ 27)/
Card +button (OJ 29)
(J) DISP. (display) button (OJ 50)
®DRIVE MODE button (OJ 49)/
•(stop) button (OJ 27)
®RESET button (OJ 73)
@ BATT. RELEASE switch (OJ 19)
@Serial number
©Battery attachment unit (OJ 18)
@MENU button (OJ 22,31)
@SET dial (OJ 9)
@ ~ ~ (print/share) button (OJ 66, 68)
@Speaker
@ §]/c:g (tape/card) switch (OJ 10)
@PHOTO button (OJ 26)
@Zoom lever (OJ 26)
@Grip belt (OJ 20)
@Instant AF sensor (OJ 31)
@Mini video light (OJ 52)
@Terminal cover
@Flash (OJ 51)
@ AV IN/OUT terminal (OJ 57)
@COMPONENT OUT terminal (OJ 57)
@HDV/DV terminal (OJ 57,64)
Names of buttons and switches are indicated within
a"button" frame (for example IMENU
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@) CHG (charge) indicator (OJ 18)
(j) CARD access indicator (OJ 26)
®DC IN terminal (OJ 18)
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@Stereo microphone
@Mode switch (OJ 40)
®FOCUS ASSIST button (OJ 45)
@OPEN/EJECT ~ switch (OJ 19)
@Tripod socket (OJ 26)
@FOCUS button (OJ 44)
@FUNC. button (OJ 23, 37)
Q]l POWER switch (OJ 10)
@Cassette compartment cover (OJ 19)
@EXP (exposure) button (OJ 43)/
END SEARCH button (OJ 28)
(jJ) MENU button (OJ 22,31)
®Dioptric adjustment lever (OJ 20)
@Start/stop button (OJ 25)
@Viewfihder (OJ 20)
©Power indicator (OJ 10)
®Remote sensor (OJ 21)
®USB terminal (OJ 64)
@SET dial (OJ 9)
CD LCD screen (OJ 21) IfI
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®Memory card slot (OJ 20)
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Back view
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@Cassette compartment (OJ 19)
Names ofbuttons
and switches are indicated within
a"button" frame (for example [MENU
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Wireless Controller WL·D87
CD START/STOP button (CD 25)
(g) CARD -/+ buttons (CD 29)
®DATE SEARCH ~"llIIl!~~ buttons (CD 29)
®REW ~ button (CD 27)
®-/ ..... 11 button (CD 27)
®PAUSE II button (CD 27)
(j) SLOW I ~ button (CD 27)
®ZERO SET MEMORY button (CD 28)
® DISP. (on-screen display) button (CD 50)
@PHOTO button (CD 26)
@Zoom buttons (CD 26)
@PLAY ~ button (CD 27)
@ FF ~ button (CD 27)
(j}) STOP. button (CD 27)
@ +/11 ~ button (CD 27)
@ X2 button (CD 27)
©TV SCREEN button (CD 36)

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®White balance (CO 45)
®Image effect (CO 46)
®Digital effects (CO 53)
®Still image quality/size
(simultaneous recording)
(CO 48)
®Self timer (CO 52)
(j) Recording reminder
®Instant AF (CO 31)/Manual focus (CO 44)
®Recording standard (HDVor DV) (CO 32)
@DV recording mode (CO 32)
@Tape operation
@Time code (hours: minutes: seconds: frames)
@Remaining tape
@Remaining battery charge
®Image stabilizer (CO 32)
@Wind screen (CO 33)
@Mini video light (CO 52)
@Remote sensor mode (CO 37)
@Level marker (CO 36)
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@Light metering mode (CO 43)
@Drive mode (CO 49)
@Number of still images available on the
memory card
@AF frame (CO 44)
@Still image quality/size (CO 47)
@Camcorder shake warning (CO 31)
@Flash (CO 51)
@AF/AE locked during still image recording
(CO 26)

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®Date and time of recording
®Quality/size for capturing still images (CD 49)
®Light metering mode (OJ 43)
®Manual focus (OJ 44)
®Search function display
END SEARCH
(CD 28)/
DATE SEARCH
(CD 29)
®Current image /Total number of images
®Histogram (CD 51)
®Data code (CD 51)
®Image protection mark (OJ 55)
®Time code (hours: minutes: seconds :frames)
®Remaining tape
(j) Recording program (CD 40)
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CD Image number (OJ 33)
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Getting Started ••••• -----------------------
•Slide in the connector end of the
battery
in the direction of the arrow and
press it gently until it clicks.
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.
Remove the battery
terminal cover
before attaching the
battery
BATT. RELEASE switch
1Turn off the camcorder.
2Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder.
•Open the LCD panel.
3Connect the power cord to the
compact power adapter.
4Plug the power cord into apower
outlet.
SConnectthe 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.
Charging, Recording and Playback Times
The times given in the table below are approximate and vary depending on the actual
charging, recording or playback conditions.
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[8Q2] Standard Maximum Typical* Maximum Typical*
Recording (viewfinder) 75 min. 45 min. 140 min.
85 min.
Recording (LCD normal) 75 min. 45 min. 135 min.
85 min.
Recording (LCD bright) 70 min. 45 min. 130 min.
80 min.
Playback 85 min. 160 min.
~ Standard Maximum Typical* Maximum Typical*
Recording (viewfinder) 90 min. 55 min. 165 min. 95 min.
Recording (LCD normal) 85 min. 50 min. 160 min. 95 min.
Recording (LCD bright)
80 min. 50 min. 150 min.
90 min.
Playback 95 min. 180 min.
Charging Time 150 min. 230 min.
*Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as starUstop, zooming, power on/off.

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CD NOTES
•If you connect afaulty power adapter or
battery pack, the CHG (charge) indicator
flashes approx. twice per second and the
charging stops.
•The CHG (charge) indicator also serves as a
rough estimate ofthe battery charge status.
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1Slide IOPEN/EJECT ~I fully in the
direction of the arrow and open the
cassette compartment cover.
The cassette compartment opens
automatically.
2Insert the cassette.
•Insert the cassette with the window
facing the grip belt.
•
To remove acassette pull it straight
out.
Continuously on: Battery fully charged.
Flashes approx. twice per second: Battery over
50% charged.
Flashes approx. once per second: Battery less
than 50% charged.
•The charging time will vary depending
on the
surrounding temperature and the battery pack's
initial charge condition.
In cold places, the
effective usage time ofthe battery will
decrease.
•We recommend that you prepare battery
packs 2to 3times longer than you think you
might need.
•
U.S.A. and Canada only: The lithium Q)
ion/polymer battery that powers this 6
product is recyclable. Please call ~,.
1-800-8-BATTERY for information ';,., L~.;on .:-
on how to recycle this battery.
Inserting and Removing a Tape
Use only videocassettes marked with the
MiniDt"T logo. To record in HDV standard we
recommend using tapes specifically
designed for high definition.
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• You can also use the compact power
adapter without attaching abattery
pack.
•When the compact power adapter is
connected, even if abattery is
attached its power will not be
consumed.
• You may hear. some noise from the compact
power adapter during use. This is not a
malfunction.
•We recommend charging the battery pack
in
temperatures between 10°C and 30 °C (50 of
and 86 OF). Outside the temperature range of
o°C to 40°C (32 of to 104 OF), the charging will
not start.
•
Do not connect to the camcorder's DC IN
terminal or to the compact power adapter any
electrical equipment that
is not expressly
recommendedfor use with this camcorder.
•
To prevent equipment breakdowns and
excessive heating, do not connect the supplied
compact power adapterto voltage converters for
overseas travels or special power sources such
as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters,
etc.
ONCE THE BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED
1Disconnect the compact power
adapter from the camcorder.
2Unplug the power cord from the
power outlet and the compact
power adapter.
To REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK
Slide down [BATT. RELEASE] to release
the battery pack, and pull out the
battery pack holding it from the ridge
on its bottom part.
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3Press the I~l mark on the
cassette compartment until it clicks.
4Wait for the cassette compartment
to retract automatically and close
the cassette compartment cover.
o IMPORTANT
• Do not interfere with the cassette
compartment while it
is opening or closing
automatically, or attempt to close the cover
before the cassette compartment has fully
retracted.
•
Be careful not to get your fingers caught in
the cassette compartment cover.
CD NOTES
Ifthe camcorder is connected to apower
source, cassettes can
be inserted/removed
even ifthe POWER switch
is set to _ .
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
Use only commercially available miniSD
cards.
1Turn off the camcorder.
2Open the memory card slot cover.
3Insert the memory card straight all
the way into the memory card slot.
4Close the cover.
Do not force the cover closed ifthe
memory card is not correctly inserted.
To REMOVE THE MEMORY CARD
First push the memory card once to
release it, and then pull the card out.
o IMPORTANT
•Make sure to initialize all memory cards
before using them with this camcorder for the
first time (OJ 56).
•Memory cards have front and back sides that
are not interchangeable. Inserting amemory
card facing the wrong direction can cause a
malfunction ofthe camcorder.
Performance cannot be guaranteed for all
miniSD cards.
Preparing the Camcorder
1Turn on the camcorder.
The lens cover will open automatically.