Canon UC8Hi User manual

8mm VIDEO CAMCORDER
Instruction
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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.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE
ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES ONLY.
CAUTION:
CUSTOMERS IN THE U.K. SHOULD READ THIS BEFORE USING THIS
PRODUCT.
CHANGING THE FUSE
THE MAINS LEAD ON THIS PRODUCT IS FITTED WITH A NON-REWIREABLE (MOULDED)
PLUG, INCORPORATING A 3 AMP FUSE. SHOULD THE FUSE NEED TO BE REPLACED AN
ASTA OR BSI APPROVED BS1632 FUSE OF THE SAME RATING MUST BE USED.
ALWAYS REFIT THE FUSE COVER AFTER REPLACING THE FUSE. NEVER USE THE PLUG
WITH THE FUSE COVER OMITTED.
CHANGING THE PLUG
IF THE FITTED PLUG IS NOT SUITABLE FOR YOUR SOCKET OUTLETS, IT SHOULD BE CUT
OFF AND AN APPROPRIATE PLUG FITTED IN ITS PLACE. IF POSSIBLE FIT AN
APPROPRIATE 3 AMP FUSE. IF THE NEW PLUG HAS NO FUSE, THEN FIT A 5 AMP FUSE AT
THE DISTRIBUTION BOARD.
AC POWER CORD CONNECTION (CA-R300B only) .
The wires in the mains lead of this apparatus are coloured in accordance with the following cord.
(IMPORTANT)
BLUE Ginna: NEUTRAL
Mains Lead == BROWN ......... LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must
be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is
coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured
red. Neither Blue wire or Brown wire is to be connected to the Earth pin of a 3 pin plug.
THE SEVERED PLUG MUST BE DESTROYED IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID
ANY POSSIBLE ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD.

Thank
you
for
choosing
a
Canon
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First, we'd like to thank you for buying this Canon camcorder. Its advanced technology makes it very
easy to use — you will soon be making high-quality home videos which will give you pleasure for years to
come.
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To get the most out of your new camcorder, you should read this manual thoroughly — there are many
E sophisticated features which will add to your recording enjoyment.
To get started, you will need to read these sections:
“Basic Recording”
8 “Power Sources”
= “Cassettes”
f “Preparing the Camera”
# Then you can go on to find out about the more advanced features.
As well as using the alphabetical index, you can look up the different parts and functions in the sections
called “Nomenclature” and “Viewfinder Displays.” There’s also a “Troubleshooting” section in case you
run into any problems.
Check that this package contains the following accessories:
Two R6 AA batteries Lens cap and lens cap cord $S-300 Shoulder Strap
BP-711 or BP-E77K Lithium battery (CR2025) CA-R200 of GA-RB00
Battery Pack : Campact.Power Adapter
" PC-1708T Stereo SCART STV-150 Stereo Video Cable
Cable (Europe) (Asia, Oceania)
The battery pack must be If you leave the camera in record If you want the superior picture
charged before it can power the pause mode for more than about — quality of Hi8, you have to use
camcorder. five minutes, it will turn itself off to | Hi8 tapes. If you use standard
prevent the video heads being 8mm cassettes, you will get
damaged. standard 8mm recordings.

introduction |
Introducing the UC8Hi
FlexiZone Control
Easier than manual operation
and more flexible than
automatic functions, Canon’s
new FlexiZone Control is a
completely new way to use a
video camera.
With around 400 lines of
horizontal resolution, Hi8 is
» the format that video
professionals choose when
they want high quality, long
recording times and compact
size.
From wide-angle to world-
beating 20X telephoto — the
powerful Canon lens makes it
easy to get just the shot you
want.
Optical Image Stabilizer
Canon's revolutionary optical
technology stabilizes your
recordings even at the
furthest reaches of the zoom
range. Unlike ordinary
electronic stabilizers, it
causes zero loss of picture
"quality.
Hi-fi stereo sound |
The stereo microphone
provides audio depth and
realism that adds drama and
ambience to your images. A
built-in wind screen cuts wind
noise to a minimum.
Six recording programs deal
with everything from simple
point-and-shoot operation to
the most challenging
recording conditions.
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an
atmospheric
touch
to
your
video
productions
with
smooth
fades,
synchronised
with
the
soundtrack.
You don’t need any extra
equipment to add titles to
your home videos — the
camera does it all.
Remote
control
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The supplied wireless
controller operates both
recording and playback from
as far away as 5 metres
(16 ft).
Manual shutter |
For advanced image control,
choose from eight different
shutter settings. A top speed
of 1/10000 second lets you
capture even the quickest
action.
Easy editing
As well as versatile record
search and review functions,
your camera is equipped with
a @ LANC remote control
terminal, allowing easy
connection to editing
equipment.

Contents
Introduction
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Basic Recording
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CAMEHA 4 & PLAY
| 6im Before you start recording
Complete the following steps:
« Attach a power source (p. 7).
* Load a cassette (p. 11).
¢ Adjust the viewfinder, fasten the grip belt and
Basic Operation
take off the lens cap. (p. 12).
You may also want to install the backup battery
(p. 10) in order to set the date and time display
(p. 19).
To record
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2.
Set the OPERATE switch to CAMERA.
Turn the recording program selector to
C.
* This selects the camera’s Easy Recording
program. It allows you to simply point and
shoot without making any manual
adjustments.
. Open the STANDBY cover.
* The camera power indicator lights up red, and
PAUSE appears in the viewfinder — the
camera is now in “record pause mode.”
. Press the start/stop button to begin
recording.
* The tally lamp flashes rapidly and REC
appears in the viewfinder.
. Press the start/stop button again to
pause recording.
* The camera returns to record pause mode
and PAUSE reappears in the viewfinder.
¢ You can stop and restart recording as often as
you like by pressing the start/stop button.
« The camera will turn itself off if you leave it in
record pause mode for more than about five
minutes. To return to record pause mode,
close and reopen the STANDBY cover, or set
the OPERATE switch to OFF and then back to
CAMERA.
6. Close the STANDBY ‘cover.
* As long as the OPERATE switch is set to the
CAMERA position, you can use the STANDBY
cover to turn the camera on and off. This
makes it easy to save battery power, and
prevents accidental operation of the start/stop
button.
When you have finished recording
¢ Replace the lens cap.
e Unload the cassette.
¢ Set the OPERATE switch to OFF.
¢ Disconnect the power source.
Note:
* If you turn the camera off using the STANDBY
cover, it will remember your chosen focus and
shutter speed settings (and whether or not a title
was displayed). If you move the OPERATE
switch from the CAMERA position, these settings
are erased from the memory.

Power Sources
Before operating your camera, you will need to use
the power adapter to:
provide power from a mains outlet
or
charge a battery pack
Connecting
the
camera
to
a mains
outlet
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Use the power adapter and the DC coupler to
provide your camera with instant power from a
mains outlet:
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insert'the DC coupler in the camera’s
power source compartment.
¢ Insert the front end first, then press in the DC
coupler until it clicks and locks into place.
Connect the DC coupler to the adapter.
. Plug the adapter into a mains outlet.
. Detach the DC coupler after use.
* Press and hold the BATTERY EJECT button
while you pull the DC coupler outwards from
the rear.
* Always turn the camera off before removing
the power source.
Notes:
* The power adapter converts current from a
household mains outlet (100-240 V AC, 50-60
Hz) to the DC current used by your camera.
* If the adapter is used next to. a TV, it may cause
the TV to emit noise — move the adapter away
from the TV or the aerial cable.
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Charging and attaching the battery pack |
You will have to charge the battery pack before you
can use it. A brand new battery pack must be
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charged twice before use.
Slide the battery pack onto the adapter
as shown.
* Make sure the DC coupler is not connected.
Piug the adapter into a mains outlet.
¢ The CHARGE/REFRESH indicator flashes red
to show that charging is in progress.
. Wait until the battery pack is fully
charged.
* The indicator glows steadily red when the
battery pack is fully charged.
. If the battery pack is brand new, take it
off the adapter, then slide it on again
and charge it one more time.
. Take the battery pack off the adapter
and attach it to the camera.
¢ Insert the end marked with a triangle first, then
press in the battery pack until it clicks and
locks into place.
Detach the battery pack after use.
¢ Press and hold the BATTERY EJECT button
while you pull the battery pack outwards from
the rear.
« Always turn the camera off before removing
the power source.
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BP-711/BP-E77K Battery Pack
Charging time 70 minutes
Continuous recording time 40 minutes
* These times vary — the safest policy is
always to have two or three times as many
battery packs as you think you will need.
NOTE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE EUROPE
NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY.
MUST BE RECYCLED OR
DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
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Battery pack notes"
Charge the battery pack before you.use it...
* You should charge a brand new battery pack
twice before using it for the first time — a single
charge may not be enough. Charge it completely
(until the adapter's charge indicator glows
steadily), then disconnect it and charge it again.
Normally, you should not “double charge” the
battery pack in this way.
The battery pack will naturally discharge itself
over time. You should charge it the same day you
plan to use it, or the day before.
The battery pack becomes warm during use (and
during charging). Wait for it to cool before
charging or using it again.
See the adapter instructions for-details.
..Save power while you are recording...
You will get more recording time from your
battery pack if you turn the camera off between
shots, instead of leaving it in record pause mode.
Recording time will be shorter than usual at low
temperatures. You can use. the battery pack
between 0° and 40°C (32°-104°F), but it works
best between 10° and 30°C (50°-86°F).
..and don’t recharge it until it is
exhausted.
* The camera flashes a <Q warning when the
charge has almost run out. After a few more
minutes’ use, the camera turns off automatically.
You can now either recharge or store the battery
pack,
Disconnect the battery pack when you are
not using it.
* Even when it is turned off, the camera will
continue to slowly drain power from the battery
pack. This means the battery pack will be
discharged beyond the normal level if you leave it
attached for a long time.
Keep the terminals clean.
* The camera, adapter or battery pack will not work
properly if the terminals are dirty. Check them
before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth or
tissue if necessary.
DANGER!
Always attach the terminal cover.
* Do not allow any metal objects to touch the
terminals. The battery pack contains a great deal
of energy. and short-circuiting:itamay.cause.a fire.
Attach the terminal cover whenever you are not
using the battery pack.
Treat the battery pack with care.
* Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).
* Do not try to disassemble or modify it.
¢ Do not drop or knock it.
¢ Do not get it wet.
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Remember, it may start to give you less
recording time...
* If you recharge it without first completely
discharging it.
* If you leave it attached to the camera (or a video
light) for more than a week.
* If you don't use it for three months or more.
..but you should be able to “refresh” it.
* The power adapter has a refresher function which
restores
battery
packs
to
full
capacity
(see
p.
10).
¢ If this does not improve the battery pack’s
performance,
it
has
reached
the
end
of
its
life
and
must be replaced.

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Refreshing the battery pack
CHARGE/REFRESH indicator
REFRESH button
If the battery pack starts to give less recording
time, use the adapter’s refresher function to restore
it to full capacity. The adapter will first discharge
the battery pack, and then recharge it.
1. Attach the battery pack to the adapter
and plug it into an mains outlet.
¢ See p. 8.
2. Press the REFRESH button.
* The CHARGE/REFRESH indicator flashes
green to show that discharging is in progress.
When the battery pack is discharged, the
indicator begins to flash red and recharging
begins.
3. Remove the battery pack when
discharging/recharging has finished.
* The indicator glows steadily red when
recharging is completed.
* If you only want to discharge the battery pack,
there is no need to plug in the adapter. In this
case, you can remove the battery pack when
the CHARGE/REFRESH indicator stops
flashing green.
Discharge and recharge times
Battery pack BP-711/BP-E77K BP-729
Discharge 4 hr. 10 hr.
thr. 10 min. 2 hr. 30 min.
Recharge
Total refresh charge 5 hr. 10min. 12 hr. 30 min.
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* These times are approximate.
Installing the backup battery
Pull out the battery holder from the base of the
camera, and insert the CR2025 lithium battery with
the + side facing upwards. Click the holder back
into place.
This backup battery allows the camera to
remember the date and time and other settings
when the main power source is removed. It has a
life span of about a year.
When it needs replacing (or if it has not been
installed), the << mark flashes in the viewfinder.
When you replace the old battery, make sure to
attatch a power source to the camera first, and turn
it off using the STANDBY cover. This way it will
remember your chosen settings when you change
the battery.
WARNING!
The battery used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F)
or incinerate. Replace the battery with a Sony,
Sanyo or Panasonic CR2025, or Duracell DL2025.
Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or
explosion. The used battery should be handed
back to the supplier for safe disposal.
Cautions:
* Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or
other metal tools — this will cause a short circuit.
Wipe the battery with a clean, dry cloth to ensure
proper contact.
Keep the battery out of reach of children — if the
battery is swallowed, consult a physician
immediately as the battery case may break down
and the battery fluids may damage the stomach
and intestines.
Do not disassemble, heat, or immerse the battery
in water, to avoid the risk of explosion.