Canon Optura 60 User manual

Canon
Digital Video Camcorder
Instruction Manual
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Manuel d'instruction
Videocamara digital
Manual de Instrucciones
cptura 60/cptura 50
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Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
it PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING!
TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
it 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.
Digital Video Camcorder, OPTURA6010PTURA50 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 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. Ifthis 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 radiolTV technician for help.
Use
of shielded cable is required to comply with class Blimits 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.
Ifsuch 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.
2
Important Warning
1_"·Sii.I.I~_1
RISlo< Qf EtECTRICSHOCK
00 NOTOPEN
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 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word "product"
refers
to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder
OPTURA60/0PTURA50 Aand all its
accessories.
1. Read Instructions -All the safety and
operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions -The safety and
operating instructions should
be retained
for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings -All warnings on the
product and
in the operating instructions
should
be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions -All operating and
maintenance instructions should
be
followed.
5. Cleaning -Unplug this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product
should
be cleaned only as recommended
in this manual.
6. Accessories -Do not use accessories
not recommended
in this manual as they
may
be hazardous.
7. Avoid magnetic orelectric fields -Do not
use the camera close
to TV transmitters,
portable communication devices or other
sources
of electric or magnetic radiation.
They may cause picture interference, or
permanently damage the camera.
8. Water and Moisture -Hazard of electric
shock -
Do not use this product near
water or
in rainy/moist situations.
9. Placing or Moving -Do not place on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or
table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to achild or
adult, and serious damage
<&l
to the product. ~
Aproduct and cart ... 1
combination should be • ~
moved with care. Quick l~
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. Ifyou 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.
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. Ifyou 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/ 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.
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14. Lightning -For added protection ofthis
product during alightning storm, orwhen it
is left unattended and unused for long
periods
of time, disconnect it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna. This
will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
i5.0verloading -Do not overload wall
outlets and extension cords as this can
result
in arisk of fire or electric shock.
16.0bjects and Liquid Entry -Never push
objects
of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points orshort out parts
that could result
in afire or electric shock.
Be careful not
to spill liquid ofany kind
onto the product.
17.Servicing -Do not attempt to service this
product yourself
as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
18.Damage Requiring Service -Disconnect
this product from the wall outlet and all
power sources including battery, and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or
objects have fallen into, the product.
c. Ifthe product has been exposed to rain
or water.
d. Ifthe 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 wilt often require
extensive work
by aqualified technician
to restore the product to its normal
operation.
e. Ifthe product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits adistinct
change
in performance. This indicates
aneed 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
ANTENNA DISCHARGE
UNIT (NEC SECTION 610-20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
,.--
NEC -NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
Fig. 1
When replacement of 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 VAC. For areas
where 120 V
AC power is not used, you will need aspecial plug adapter. Contact your
nearest Canon Service Center for further information.
Use only CSA/UL Certified power supply cord set, Polarized, Type SPT-2 or heavier,
minimum No.
18 AWG copper, rated 125 or 250 V, minimum ,P A, minimum 6ft (1.8 m),
maximum
10ft (3 m) long.
IThis Class Bdigital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Using this Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Canon OPTURA6010PTURA50. Please read this manual
carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference.
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o II :Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
o ~ :Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
o CD :Reference page number.
oCapital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller.
o [] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen.
o"Screen" refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
oPlease note that the illustrations mainly refer to the OPTURA60.
DigitaLZPPltl
in.
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Operating modes (see below)
Menu item showing at its default position
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Button and switches to be operated
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2. ~~;~;~~.S::.rd~~~:~ .~I.ct (CAMERA SETUP) and ~i '~.
3. ~~~ ~~a~.SETdial to select [D.ZOOM] and press the ..... ~)\~t
4. Tum the SETdial to select as.etllng option.
The operating modes are determined by the position of the POWER switch and the
TAPE/CARD switch.
Operating Mode POWER Switch
CAMERA
PLAY (VCR)
CAMERA
PLAY (VCR)
TAPE/CARD Switch
~ (TAPE)
~ (TAPE)
Od (CARD)
Od (CARD)
CAMERA.
:Function can be used in this mode.
:Function cannot be used in this mode.
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Trademark Acknowledgements
• M;OiDt" is atrademark.
• S~ is atrademark.
•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.
•HDV is atrademark
of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Limited (JVC).
•Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or
trademarks
of their respective companies.

Table of contents
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Introduction
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Using this Manual 5
Checking Supplied Accessories 10
Components Guide
11
Screen Displays 15
Preparation
Step 1: Preparing the Power Supply 18
Step
2: Loading aCassette 21
Step 3: Inserting aMemory Card 22
Step 4: Preparing the Camcorder 23
Step
5: Using the Wireless Controller 25
Step
6: Adjusting the LCD Screen 26
Step
7: Changing the Display Language 27
Step
8: Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time 28
Basic Functions
Recording
Recording Movies on aTape 30
Recording on aMemory Card 33
Zooming 36
Tips for Better Recording 38
Playback
Playing Back aTape 39
Playing Back aMemory Card
.41
Adjusting the Volume .42
Playing Back on aTV Screen .43
Advanced Functions
Recording Programs
Using the Recording Programs .45
IiJiIm.'11 P!.lUsing the Super Night Mode .47
seN Using the Special Scene Modes .48
PUsing the Program AE Mode 49
Tv Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode 50
Av Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode 51
Recording
Adjusting Exposure Manually 52
Adjusting the Focus Manually 53
GFQIIlLlil Using the Mini Video Light 54
Using the Self-Timer 55
Recording with an External Microphone 56
Changing the Settings (1)
Changing the Settings with the FUNC. Button 57
List
of Menu Items (FUNC.) 58
Setting the White Balance 59
Selecting
an Image Effect.. 61
Using Digital Effects 62
Changing the Settings (2)
Changing the Settings with the MENU Button
71
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List of Menu Items (MENU) 72
Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) 77
Adjusting the Audio Recording Level... 78
Using the Wind Screen 80
Widescreen TV Recording (16:9)
81
Changing the My Camera Settings 82
Playback
Magnifying the Image 84
Displaying the Data Code 85
End Search 86
Returning to aPre-marked Position 87
Date Search 88
Digital Camera Functions
Selecting the Image Quality/Size 89
Simultaneous Recording on Tape and Memory Card
91
Using the Flash 92
Selecting the Metering Method 94
Changing the Focusing Method 95
Selecting the Drive Mode 96
Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode) 98
Reviewing aStill Image Right after Recording 100
Playing Back/Searching Images
101
Protecting Images 103
Erasing Images 104
Formatting aMemory Card 105
Editing
Recording to aVCR or Digital Video Device 106
Analog Line-in Recording 108
DV Dubbing
110
Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) . 112
Audio Dubbing 114
Recording from the Tape on aMemory Card 117
Printing
Printing Still Images 119
Selecting the Print Settings 122
Trimming Settings 127
Printing with Print Order Settings 128
Connecting to a PC
Transferring Video Recordings to aComputer 130
Transferring Memory Card Images to aComputer 132
Direct Transfer (Windows OS only) 133
Selecting Images for Transfer (Transfer Order) 135
Using the NETWORK Mode (DV Messenger Version 2) 136
Trouble?
Troubleshooting 137
List
of Messages 141

Do's &Don'ts
Handling Precautions 144
Cleaning the Video Heads 148 ~
Add~;~~:~~~;:~~:~~~~ 149 ~
System Diagram 150
Optional Accessories 151
Specifications 154
Product Codes 156
Index 157 -
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Checking Supplied Accessories
;X 744MB
CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter
(inc!. power cord)
Lens Cap and Lens
Cap Cord
MMC-16M
MultiMediaCard
NB-2LH Battery Pack WL-D85 Wireless
Controller
SS-900 Shoulder Strap STV-250N Stereo
Video Cable
DIGITAL VIDEO
SOLUTION DISK
Lithium Button Battery
CR2025 for Wireless
Controller
IFC-300PCU USB
Cable
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The serial number ofthis 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 ofyour purchase
to aid identification in case of theft.
Date of Purchase: Model Name: OPTURA60/0PTURA50 A
Purchased From: Serial No.:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Phone No.:

Components Guide
Left side view
Right side view -
CD Focus ring (Q] 53)
(1) FUNC. button (Q] 57)
®SET dial (Q] 42,57,71)
CD Speaker (Q] 42)
®Memory card slot (Q] 22)
®FOCUS button (Q] 53) /
DATA CODE button
(Q] 85)
(j) EXP button (Q] 52) /
END SEARCH button
(Q] 86)
®Mode dial (Q] 45)
® ~ (self-timer) button (Q] 55) /
REC PAUSE button
(Q] 108, 110)
@RESET button (Q] 137)
@ ~ (flash) button (Q] 92) /
~ / II (play/pause) button (Q] 39)
©REC SEARCH -button (Q] 32) /
(9 (record review) button (Q] 32) /
.... (rewind) button (Q] 39) /
CARD -button
(Q] 41)
@REC SEARCH +button
(Q] 32) /
~~ (fast forward) button (OJ 40) /
CARD +button
(Q] 41)
Q3J DRIVE MODE button (Q] 96) /
•(stop) button
(Q] 39) /
AUDIO LEVEL button
(Q] 78)
@MENU button (Q] 71)
@D.EFFECTS button (Q] 62)
@LCD BACKLIGHT button (OJ 26)
@Terminal cover
@DC IN terminal (Q] 18)
@Power switch (Q] 5, 136)
@MIC terminal (Q] 56)
@AV terminal
(Q] 43) /
o(phones) terminal (Q] 42)
@DV terminal (OJ 106,110,130)
@) Grip belt (Q] 23)
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Front view
Back view
CD Flash (CO 92)
@Mini video light (assist lamp)* (CO 54)
®Terminal cover
®Stereo microphone
®Remote sensor (CO 25)
®USB terminal (CO 119, 132)
(j) S-video terminal (CO 44)
®Viewfinder (CO 23)
®Dioptric adjustment lever (CO 23)
@LCD screen (CO 26)
*OPTURA60 only.
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@OPEN button (CO 26)
@Card access indicator (CO 33)
@BATTERY RELEASE button (CO 18)
(3) LIGHT button* (CO 54)
@CHARGE indicator (CO 18)
@POWER indicator
@Start/stop button (CO 30,33)
@UNLOCK button (CO 136)
@Serial number
@Battery attachment unit (CO 18)

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Top view
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CD ddJ.N (print/share) button (ffi 120,133)
(g) TAPE/CARD switch (ffi 5) ®Cassette compartment
(ffi 21)
(J) OPEN/EJECT ~ switch (ffi 21)
®PHOTO button (ffi 33)
®Zoom lever (ffi 36) @Cassette compartment cover
(ffi 21)
®Strap mount (ffi 24)
® ~ Advanced accessory shoe (ffi 56)
~ Accessory shoe (ffi 56) ®Tripod socket
(ffi 38)
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oSTART/STOP button (aJ 30,33)
®CARD -/+ buttons (OJ 41)
®DATE SEARCH ~/~ buttons (OJ 88)
®REW ... button (OJ 39)
®-/ ..... 11 button (aJ 40)
(j) PAUSE II button (OJ 40)
®SLOW I~ button (OJ 40)
@AUDIO DUB. button (aJ 114)
@ZERO SET MEMORY button (aJ 87)
@PHOTO button (aJ 33)
@Zoom buttons (OJ 36)
@PLAY ~ button (OJ 39)
(3) FF ~ button (OJ 40)
@ STOP. button (aJ 39)
@ +/11 ~ button (OJ 40)
@ x 2 button
(aJ 40)
@ TV SCREEN button (aJ 74)

Screen Displays
CAMERA Mode
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CD Recording Program (CD 45)
®White balance (CD 59)
®Image effect (CD 61)
@Digital effects (CD 62)
®Condensation warning (CD 140)
®Still image quality/size (CD 91)
(J) Remote sensor mode (CD 75)
®Mini video Iight* (CD 54)
®Flash (CD 92)
*OPTURA60 only.
®AF/AE locked during still image recording
(CD 91)
@Accessory connected to the Advanced
Accessory Shoe*
©Zoom (CD 36)
@Self-timer (CD 55)
(j}) Manual focus (CD 53)
®Image stabilizer (CD 72)
@Recording mode (CD 77)
@Tape operation (CD 16)
@Time code (CD 31)
@Remaining tape (CD 31)
@Remaining battery charge (CD 31)
@Wind screen (CD 80)
@Microphone attenuator (CD 79)
@Audio mode (CD 74)
@Widescreen mode (CD 81) /
Headphones
(CD 79)
@Remaining card capacity for still images
(CD 91)
@Audio level indicator (CD 78)
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PLAY (VCR) Mode
CD 12 bit audio (OJ 116)
(1) End search (OJ 86)
®Movie size (OJ 117)
®Still image quality/size (OJ 117)
®Data code (OJ 85)
®Volume level of built-in speaker or
headphones (OJ 42)
(j) Tape operation
e: Record ~ I~: Fast forward playbackl
e •• :Pause rewind playback (OJ 40)
.: Stop x2~/"",x2: x2 playback (OJ 40)
~: Eject xi ~/""'x1: xi playback (OJ 40)
~: Play J~ I :Slow playback (OJ 40)
~: Fast II ~ I 11: Frame advance playbackl
forward frame reverse playback (OJ 40)
~: Rewind
CARD CAMERA Mode
~ II III ..... :Playback pause (OJ 40)
~~ I~"": Date search (OJ 88)
~ I CD :Zero set memory (OJ 87)
:1: II: Audio dubbing (OJ 114)
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(1) White balance (OJ 59)
®Image effect (OJ 61)
®Drive mode (OJ 96)
®Digital effects (OJ 62)
®Movie size (OJ 89)
(j) Still image quality/size (OJ 89)
®Camcorder shake warning (OJ 72)
®Remaining card capacity for movies
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@Remaining card capacity for still images

CARD PLAY Mode
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®Data code (OJ 85)
®Movie size/playback time -
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Step 1: Preparing the Power Supply
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The camcorder can be powered by abattery pack or connected to ahousehold power
source. Charge the battery pack before use.
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1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.
2. Move the viewfinder upward.
3. Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder .
•Remove the terminal cover of the
battery pack.
•Press lightly and slide it
in the direction
of the arrow until it clicks.
To remove the battery pack:
1. Move the viewfinder upward.
2. Press the BATTERY RELEASE
button and slide the battery pack
upward.
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C .. barQb"lQ, .. tbe ... Battery .. ;eflck
1. Connect the power cord to the
adapter.
2. Plug the power cord into a power
outlet.
3. Connect the power adapter to the
camcorder's DC IN terminal.
TheCHARGE indicator starts flashing. It
glows steadily when charging
is complete.
To remove the power adapter:
1. Disconnect the power adapter
from the camcorder.
2. Unplug the power cord from the
power outlet.
3. Disconnect the power cord from the adapter.

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oTurn offthe camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter.
o Do not connect any products that are not expressly recommended to the
camcorder's
DC IN terminal or to the power adapter.
o You may hear some noise from the power adapter during use. This is not a
malfunction.
o Do not disconnect and reconnect the power cord while charging abattery pack.
Charging may stop. The battery pack may not
be charged correctly even if the
CHARGE indicator glows steady. The battery pack may also not be charged
correctly when apower outage occurs during charging. Remove the battery
pack and attach it back to the camcorder.
oWhen the power adapter or battery pack is defective, the CHARGE indicator
flashes rapidly (at about 2flashes/second) and charging stops.
oThe CHARGE indicator informs you about the charge status.
0-50%: Flashes once every second
More than 50%: Flashes twice every second
100%: Glows steadily
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Connect to ahousehold power source to use the camcorder without worrying about the
battery power.
You can keep the battery pack attached; the battery power will not be ~E
consumed. '----=--J
1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.
2. Connect the power cord to the
power adapter.
3. Plug the power cord into apower
outlet.
4. Connect the power adapter to the
camcorder's
DC IN terminal.
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oCharging, Recording and Playback Times
Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or
playback conditions.
Battery Pack
Charging Time
Max. Recording Time
BP-2L14
260 min.
20
Viewfinder 85 min. 70 min. 145 min. 185 min.
LCD Inormal 80 min. 65 min. 140 min. 175 min.
Ibright 75 min. 60 min. 130 min. 165 min.
Typical Recording Time*
Viewfinder
45 min. 35 min. 80 min. 100 min.
LCD Inormal 45 min. 35 min. 80 min. 100 min.
Ibright 40 min. 35 min. 75 min. 95 min.
Playback Time 115 min. 90 min. 200 min. 245 min.
*Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop,
zooming, power on/off.
oWe recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 50 of and
86
of (10 °C and 30 °C). Outside the temperature range of 32 of to 104 of (0 °C
to 40 °C), the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly and charging stops.
aAlithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Unlike
conventional battery packs, you do not need to completely use or discharge it
before charging.
a To conserve battery power, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record
pause mode.
aWe recommend that you prepare battery packs 2to 3times longer than you
think you might need.