Canon optura Xi User manual

Canon
cpturaED
PUB.DIM-583
Digital Video Camcorder II
Instructio'n Manual English
Camescope video numerique II
Manuel d'instruction Fran~ais
Videocamara digital II
Manual de Instrucciones Espanal
MiniD;:TDiQital
Video
Cassette rJ
BUBBLE JET
DIRECT
~
DIRECT
PRINT
t(
PictBridge

Important Usage Instructions
WARNING:
Lh
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING:
Lh
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
Scopyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. .
·il
~ Digital Video Camcorder, OPTURA Xi systems
"'2 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. 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 radiotTV 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.
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, USA.
Tel No. [phone]
CAUTION:
TO
PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
2
Important Warning
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF HEaRIC
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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word "product"
refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder
OPTURA Xi 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 or electric fields - Do not
use the camera close to lV 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 a child or adult, and serious
damage
to the product. @)
Aproduct and cart
combination should be ... 1
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. 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.
11. Polarization -The CA-570 Compact Power
Adapter
;s equipped with apolarized 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 / 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.
•
3

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 disconnect
the antenna. This will
prevent damage
to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
1
5. 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 not to 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.
-
Fig. 1UAMPLEOFANTEIllNAGfl:OUNOINGAS PeRNA.TJOMAlaeCTRrcALcooE
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.
4
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 apower 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.

Reference Guide
The following manuals are supplied with the camcorder:
oDigital Video camcorder OPTURA Xi Instruction Manual
This manual explains the camcorder operations from basic video recording to the
use of the full range of features.
oDigital Video Software Instruction Manual
This manual explains
how to download images from the memory card to a
computer using
the supplied USB cable. You can add sample images for Card Mix
and My Camera settings from the supplied DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK.
o Windows XP Users Only
DV Network Software Instruction Manual
This manual explains
how to connect the camcorder to acomputer and use the
following software:
•DV Messenger Version 2
(USB or IEEE1394): This software operates with Windows
Messenger and allows you
to perform videoconference and file transf~r over the
Internet, or to remotely access the camcorder at home.
•
AV/C Camera Storage Subunit-WIA Driver (IEEE 1394): Allows you to
downloadJupload images tolfrom the computer and use the camcorder as acard
reader/writer.
Trademark Acknowledgements
•Canon and Bubble Jet are registered trademarks of Canon Inc.
•M;n;D.-'- is atrademark.
• ,s~ logo is atrademark.
•Windows®
is either aregistered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries.
•Mac
OS is atrademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United States and
other countries.
•Other names and products
not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or
trademarks of their respective companies.
MPEG-4 Visual Consumer Recorded
Video Decoders and/or Encoders
USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-4
VISUAL STANDARD IS PROHIBITED, EXCEPT FOR USE BY A CONSUMER ENGAGING
IN PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES.
-
5

-
6
Table of Contents
Introduction
Reference Guide 5
Thank You
for Choosing aCanon 9
Introducing
the OPTURA Xi 10
Components Guide
11
Mastering the Basics
Preparations
Using aHousehold Power Source 15
Attaching
and Charging the Battery Pack 16
Installing
the Backup·Battery 19
Preparing
the Camcorder 20
Loading aCassette
22
Using the Wireless Controller 24
Setting
the Time Zone, Date and Time 25
Basic Recording
Recording Movies
on aTape 28
Zooming ;30
Using
the LCD Screen 32
Searching and Reviewing
when Recording .35
Tips
for Making Better Videos 36
Basic Playback
Playing Back aTape 37
Playing Back on aTV Screen 40
Using the Full Range of Features
General
Menus
and Settings 43
Changing
the Remote Sensor Mode .51
Customizing the Camcorder 52
Using the Custom Key 53
Other Camcorder Settings 54
Recording
Changing
the Recording Mode (SPILP) .56
Recording Still Images on
the Tape 57
Using the Built-in Flash 59
Using the Recording Programs 62
Using Digital Effects 65
Using
the Multi-Image Screen 71
Turning Off the Image Stabilizer 73
Recording
With the Self-Timer 74
Audio Recording 75
Using
the VL-3 Video Light (Optional) 78
Using
the VFL-1 Video Flash Light (Optional) .79
Using
the OM-50 Microphone (Optional) 81
Manual Adjustments
Adjusting
the Focus Manually 82
Adjusting Exposure Manually 84

Using the Zebra Pattern 85
Backlight Compensation 85
Setting the Shutter Speed (Tv Mode) ~ 86
Setting
the Aperture (Av Mode) 88
Setting
the White Balance 89
Playback
Magnifying the Image 91
Displaying the Data Code 92
Photo Search/Date Search ,94
Returning
to aPre-marked Position 95
Editing
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device 96
Recording
from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) 98
Recording
from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) 99
Converting
Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) 101
Replacing Existing Scenes (AV Insert) 103
Audio Dubbing ,105
Connecting
to a Computer Using aDV (IEEE1394) Cable .108
Using aMemory Card
Inserting and Removing the Memory Card 109
Selecting
the Image Quality/Size 110
Recording Still Images
on a Memory Card 113
Selecting
the Focusing Point 117
Selecting
the Drive Mode :~ 119
Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist
Mode) 121
Recording MPEG-4 Movies on a Memory Card 123
Playing Back a
Memory Card 125
Protecting Images 128
Erasing Images 129
Selecting Still Images
for Printing (Print Order) 130
Combining Images (Card Mix) 132
Copying Still Images 136
Formatting a
Memory Card 138
Connecting
to aComputer Using a USB Cable 139
Memory Carq Information 141
Direct Printing
Printing Still Images (Direct Printing) 144
Selecting
the Print Settings (Style/Paper Settings) 147
Printing
with Print Order Settings 151
Additional Information
About the NE1\NORK Mode 152
Screen Displays 153
List of Messages 157
Maintenance 160
Troubleshooting 164
System Diagram 167
Optional Accessories 168
Specifications ,
171
Index 173
-
5'
t+
a
Co
l:
a.
o
::::J
7

-
8
?p~~~.~.!~~ .. ~~.~.~~ .
Operating Mode
Position of the
Position of the
POWER Switch
TAPE/CARD Switch
CAMERA CAMERA
@S] (TAPE)
PLAY (VCR) PLAY
(VCR) @S] (TAPE)
CARD CAMERA CAMERA [Q(CARD)
CARD PLAY (VCR)
PLAY (VCR)
[Q(CARD)
Available functions depend upon
the operating mode. It is indicated as follows:
:Function
can be used in this mode.
:Function cannot be used in this mode.
~~~~~ .. ~x~.~.?~~ .. ~.~.~ .. ~~~~.~.~.~~.~.~ .
o OJ :Reference page number.
o II :Functions to be operated on the body of the camcorder.
o II :Functions to be operated on the wireless controller.
o • :Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
o0 :Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
oCapital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless
controller.
o [] are used to refer to menu items displayedon the screen.
o"Screen" refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
The serial
number of this 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: OPTURA Xi A
Purchased From: Serial No.:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Phone No.:

Thank You for Choosing a Canon
The Canon OPTURA Xi provides a full range of options and functions. We recommend
reading this manual thoroughly before you use the camcorder. It will help you to
become more familiar with your camcorder, and learn how to operate it properly.
We suggest that you master the basic operations of the Eamcorder first, before
moving on to its full range of features. -
WL-D81 Wireless
Controller Two
AA Batteries Lens Hood Lens Cap and Lens
Cap Cord
55-600 Shoulder Strap Lithium
Button
Battery CR2025
BP-512 Battery Pack CA-570 Compact
Power
Adapter
(incl. power<cord)
SlV-250N Stereo
Video Cable 5-150 S-video Cable
IFC-300PCU USB Cable SDC-8M SD Memory
Card (containing
sample images)
Case for SD Memory
Card DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK
For Windows
For Macintosh
9

Introducing the OPTURA Xi
You can record still images and MPEG-4
movies on a SD Memory Card or
MultiMediaCard. Images recorded in
Stitch Assist mode can be merged into
one panoramic scene with the supplied
software.
You can print still images by connecting
to aCanon printer with Direct Print
function or to aPictBridge-compliant
printer.
Simply slide Canon's VFL-1 Video Flash
Light, DM-50 Directional Stereo
Microphone or VL-3 Video Light into the
accessory shoe; the camcorder provides
power and connections.
The OPTURAXi incorporates a 2
megapixel CCD, allowing recording of
high-resolution still images on amemory
card. (Tape: 1.23 megapixels),
You can keep on shooting in dark places
with the Night and Super Night mode. In
the Super Night mode, the assist lamp
(white LED) lights up to illuminate the
subject.
s::
o
'+:i
u
:J
"'C
,g Canon's optical technology stabilizes
.= your recording even in long telephoto
shots.
-
Just press the photo button to capture
still images like photographs.
Allows transfer of memory card data to a
computer with built-in USB port. You can
organize and edit images on your
computer using the supplied software.
The OPTURA Xi has abuilt-in, pop-up
flash for recording still images.
You can assign functions to the custom
key.
The DV terminal allows high-quality
transfer with virtually no deterioration in
quality of images. You can edit images
by connecting the camcorder to a PC
with IEEE1394 terminal.
Windows XP users can use the supplied
software to perform videoconference
and file transfer over the Internet by
connecting the camcorder to acomputer
using a USB or DV (IEEE1394) cable.
* Windows Messenger 4.5,4.6 or 4.7 required.
10

Components Guide
-
62)
I
·· .. ·.;··············I ...•...••...........• ~
... :~
,r1-
Sc(j'))
Battery attachment unit
(p. 16) /Serial number
MENU button
(p.43)
Strap mount (p. 21)
Selector
dial (p. 39,43)
Memory card slot (p. 109)
AUDIO
LEVEL button (p. 75)
P.SET controller (p. 91, 145)
Card
access indicator (p.
REC SEARCH -button (p. 35) /
(9 (record review) button (p. 35) /
..... (rewind) button (p. 37) /
CARD -button (p. 125)
\0\ r----- ~ (flash) button (p. 59) /
/ ~III (play/pause) button (p. 37)
/ r. (stop) button (p. 37)
(:3) (self-timer) button (p. 74) / ---..,.,.;...., t
REC PAUSE (LINE-IN) button (p. 98,99) ~ o
CARD STILUMOVIE button STIf6~~VIE \_.. ~ --- r REC SEARCH + button (p. 35) /
(p. 126)
~I ~ CI~~ ~~~y ~ (fast forward) button (p. 37) /
~ ~ (~I CARD + button (p. 125)
CARD MIX button (p. 134) / ~ ~ ~ I
SLIDE ?HOW ~utton (p. 127)~~O~ ~~'\\ TAPE/CARD switch (p. 8)
cQ(stltch assist) button (p. 121) ~ ~
st~~DS~WW RECSEARCH ~ Using a tape
.-------j{) Od Using a memory card
I L~ FOCUS AIM button (p. 82)/
~mn Data Code (p. 92)
~ CSTM KEY (p. 53)
~I I D.EFFECTS ON/OFF button
(p.68)
'--- ~ J D.EFFECTS SELECT button (p. 68)
~~ EXP dial (p. 84) ~~~
ft~··· .. ·~ ...
~
11

Built-in speaker
(p.39)
Grip belt (p. 21)
Advanced accessory shoe (p. 78)
Accessory Shoe Cover (p. 21)
Cassette
compartment
cover (p. 22)
Cassette
compartment
(p.22)
~
\) (phones) terminal
(p. 39, 77)
~~ ~CAMERA
~~ OFF
QJ
S'.:.~',~ :~li PLAY(VCR)
. -NET-
WOIl NETWORK*
Viewfinder (p.
PHOTO button
(p. 57,113)
POWER indicator
StarUstop button ~-.......;...~~++
(p. 28,113)
c
o
',f:i
v
~
"C
e
.....
.E
-
*The NETWORK mode is for use with DV
Messenger (Windows
XP users only). Press the
small button below the POWER switch when
switching to NETWORK (CO 152).
12

t:S~~)lamp (White LED) [ L((UUJ ))) )111
~~~v~A-J
® 'h ~ 1JJ IRemot
USB t . ~ U'~ (p 24)esensor
DV1fl/OllT '
I - Stereo mic
DV IN/OUT I (p.76) rophone
(p. 97) terminal
Built-in Flash ( p.59)
Focus ring (p. 82)
'-Tally Iamp (p. 54)
I
!
ITri od
OPEN/EJECT s. psocket (p. 36)
witch (p. 22)
-
13

-
c:
o
"+:i
v
:::s
""C
e
+"
.E
14
CD
(g)~
®~
®
®
®
(J)
®
®
®
@
©
@
@
®
@
©
@
CD Zoom buttons (p. 30)
CV MIX BALANCE button (p. 107)
®PHOTO button (p. 57, 113)
@SEARCH SELECT button (p. 94)
®12bit AUDIO OUT button (p. 107)
® D. EFFECTS (Digital effects) button (p. 68)
(J) CARD STILUMOVIE button (p. 126)
®Digital effects ON/OFF button (p. 68)
®CARD -1+ buttons (p. 125)
@SLIDE SHOW button (p. 127)
@Direction buttons (p. 91, 145)
@REC PAUSE button .(p. 98, 99)
@ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 95)
Q3l AUDIO DUB.·button (p. 106)
@AV INSERT button (p. 104)
@REMOTE SET button (p. 51)
@ -I ...... button (p. 38)
@AV .... DV button (p. 101)
~@
I j@
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
®
®
@
@
@)
®
®
@Transmitter
@Search buttons (p. 94)
@START/STOP button (p. 28, 123)
@ ~ SELF T. button (p. 74)
@TV SCREEN button (p. 153)
@DATA CODE button (p. 92)
@P.SET (Print set) button (p. 145)
@ REW""'" button (p. 37)
@PLAY ~ button (p. 37)
@FF ~ button (p. 37)
@ +/"~button (p. 38)
® STOP. button (p. 37)
®x 2 button (p. 38)
@SET button (p. 43)
@ SLOWI~ bytton (p. 38)
@) MENU button (p. 43)
@PAUSE II button (p. 38)
®Select buttons (p. 43)

Using a Household Power Source
You can operate the camcorder from ahousehold power source using the supplied
power adapter. The power adapter converts current from a power outlet (100-240 V
AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by the camcorder.
1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.
2. Connect the power cord to the
power adapter.
3. Plug the power cord into a power
outlet.
4. Connect the power adapter to the
camcorder's DC IN terminal. -
5. After use, turn off the camcorder and disconnect the power adapter
from the camcorder. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and
disconnect
it from the adapter.
o Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter.
oIf the adapter is used close to a TV, it may cause picture interference. Move the
adapter away from the
TV or the antenna cable.
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.
15

-
16
Attaching and Charging the Battery Pack
Charge the battery pack with the supplied power adapter before you use the
camcorder for the first time and subsequently when the message "CHANGE THE
BATTERY PACK" appears.
1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.
2. Extend the viewfinder and move it
upward.
3. Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder.
• Remove the terminal cover of the battery
pack.
•Align the end
of the battery pack with the
line on the camcorder,
press lightly and slide
it
in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
4. Connect the power cord to the
adapter.
5. Plug the power cord into apower
outlet.
6. Connect the power adapter to the
camcorder's
DC IN terminal.
7. When charging is complete,
disconnect
the power adapter from
the camcorder. Unplug
the power
cord from the power outlet and
disconnect it from the adapter.
8. Remove the battery pack after use.
Press the BAD. button to remove the battery.
oThe battery pack may be defective when the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly.
oThe CHARGE indicator informs you about the charge status.
0-50%: Flashes once every second
More than 500
/0: Flashes twice every second
1000
/0: Glows steadily
o Do not disconnect and reconnect the power cord while charging abattery
pack. 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.

;<:baJ:.~T"IleJ;QI:J:IiJJ~c;l,w2Jayb~mIwe.w';%~%i%iil1i;;rit;_W;rJifJiIT"T;imhTil'Tw'f,;(TiTIrjjTiEiEi:;lii:Iir;li3ir~;[
Belowtimes are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or
playback conditions.
Charging Time
Battery Pack
BP-512 (Supplied)
BP-511 (Optional)
BP-522 (Optional)
BP-535 (Optional)
Charging Time
120 min.
120 min.
210 min.
310 min.
•Charge the battery pack
in temperatures between 41 ° Fand 104° F(5° Cand 40° C).
• A lithium 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.
Recording Time
Battery Pack Maximum Recording Time Typical Recording Time*
Using the viewfinder Using the LCD
Using the viewfinder
Using the LCD
BP-512 (Supplied) 110 min. 90 min. 65 min.
50 min.
BP-511 (Optional) 110 min. 90 min. 65 min.
50 min.
BP-522 (Optional) 235 min. 185 min. 135
min.
105 min.
BP-535 (Optional) 375 min. 290 min. 215
min.
165 min.
*Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power
on/off. Actual time may be shorter.
•We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3times longer than you think you
might need.
•
To conserve battery charge, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause
mode.
Playback Time
-
Battery Pack
BP-512 (Supplied)
BP-511 (Optional)
BP-522 (Optional)
BP-535 (Optional)
Playback Time
(Using
the LCD)
115min.
115 min.
250 min.
400 min.
17

-
18
~~~~~~~.fin;J!i4ff'"' __ i«jE\d;;i; __ ~.ili:llJ'~iiZ!!!:ni22
The battery symbols indicate the charge status of the battery
pack.
When
the battery pack is empty, "CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK"
appears for 4seconds and rn starts flashing.
The battery charge indicators are
not constant - they vary
according
to the condition under which battery pack and
camcorder are used.
DANGER!
Treat the battery pack with care.
•Keep it away from fire (or it might explode.)
•Do
not expose the battery pack to temperature higherthan 1400F (60
0
C). Do
not leave it near aheater or inside acar in hot weather.
•Do
not try to disassemble or modify it.
•Do
not drop or knock it.
•Do
not get it wet.
oCharged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore,charge them on
the day of use, or the day before, to ensure afull charge.
oAttach the terminal cover whenever abattery pack is not in use. Contact to metallic
objects may
cause ashort circuit and damage the battery pack.
oDirtyterminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the
camcorder. Wipe the terminals with asoft cloth.
o Since storing acharged battery pack for along time (about 1year) can shorten its
lifecycle
or affect performance, we recommend to discharge the battery pack fully
and to store it in adry place at temperatures no higherthan 86° F (30° C). If you do
not use the battery pack for long periods, charge and discharge it fully at least once
a
year. If you have more than 1battery pack, perform these precautions at the
same time for all battery packs.
oAlthough the battery pack's operating temperature range is from 32° F to 104° F
(0° C to 40° C), the optimal range is from 50° F to 86° F (10° C to 30° C). At cold
temperatures, performance
will temporarily decline. Warm it in your pocket before
use.
o Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes substantially
at normal temperatures.

Installing the Backup Battery
The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time and other camcorder
settings while
the power source is disconnected. Power the camcorder from a
household
power source or with abattery pack when replacing the backup battery to
retain the setting.
1. Open the backup battery cover.
2. Insert the lithium battery with the
+side facing outward.
+
3. Close the cover. -
WARNING!
•The battery used in this device may present afire or chemical burn hazard if
mistreated. Do
not recharge, disassemble, heat above 2120F(100° C) or
incinerate
the battery.
•Replace
the battery with aCR2025 made by Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell, Sony,
Sanyo, or with Duracell2025. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or
explosion.
a Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools as this will
cause ashort circuit.
aWipe the battery with aclean dry cloth to ensure proper contact.
a Keep the battery out of reach of children. If it is swallowed, seek medical
assistance immediately.
The battery case may break and the battery fluids may
damage stomach and intestines.
a Do not disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water to avoid the risk of
explosion.
II
The backup battery has alife span of about a year. c$ flashes in red to inform
~~
you that it needs to be replaced.
19

Do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as it may melt (due to
concentration of light by the lens). Adjust the angle of the viewfinder to prevent
sunlight from entering.
-
Preparing the Camcorder
Adj;u·~'tjigg;th~;;~.i .. e:~f;i:gd:~.'t;;.'I~:'lig:g.'te!'ttAdj:u:~;tm:egttl~,
1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the
LCD panel closed.
2. Extend the viewfinder and move it
upward.
3. Adjust the diopter adjustment lever.
.~.~ Attach the lens hood to shade the lens from stray light and to protect the lens.
!~
~.s 1. Place the lens hood on the front of
the lens.
Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with
the thread.
2. Screw the lens 'hood clockwise on the
lens.
1. Attach the cord to the lens cap.
2. Pass the grip belt through the loop
on the cord.
Press the buttons on the lens cap when
attaching/removing it. Hook the lens cap on
the grip belt while you are recording, and
place it over the lens when you have finished.
20