Canon UC9Hi Colour User manual

8mm VIDEO CAMCORDER
Instruction Manual
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UC9m/UC9^
COLOUR
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* Available only in certain areas

Introduction
Important Usage Instructions
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 BS/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 PU\CE. 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)
Mains Lead
BLUE.NEUTRAL
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.

Q Erratum
Please note the following error in the Canon 8mm Video Camcorder
UC9Hi/UC9Hi c olour Instruction Manual.
Digital button display: (pp. 17, 31,53)
Wrong: Correct:
PUB. DIML-154
© CANON INC.
PRINTED IN JAPAN

Q Erratum
Veuillez noter I'erreur suivante dans le mode d'emploi du
camescope 8 mm Canon UC9Hi.
Nom de la touche numerique: (pp. 21, 35, 57)
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Bitte beachten Sie folgenden Fehler in der Bedienungsanleitung fur
den Canon Video-8 Camcorder UC9Hi.
Bezeichnungen der Digital-Tasten: (S. 17, 31, 53)
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Si prega di notare il seguente errore nel manuale di istruzioni del
camcorder video 8 mm Canon UC9Hi.
Nome dei tasti DIGITAL: (pp. 17, 31, 53)
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Thank you for choosing a Canon
I 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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I To get the most out of your new camcorder, you should read this manual thoroughly — there are many
sophisticated features which will add to your recording enjoyment.
I To get started, you will need to read these sections:
“Basic Recording”
“Power Sources”
“Cassettes”
"Preparing the Camera”
Then you can go on to find out about the more advanced features.
I 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
SS-300 Shoulder Strap
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BP-711 Battery Pack
Lithium battery (CR2025)
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CA-R300
Compact Power Adapter
S-150 S-video Cable
STV-150 Stereo Video Cable
PC-A10SCART Adapter
(Europe, Asia)
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And while you are finding out how
The battery pack must be
charged before it can power the
camcorder.
your camcorder works, remember:
If you leave the camera in record
pause mode for more than about
five minutes, it will turn itself off to
prevent the video heads being
damaged.
If you want the superior picture
quality of Hi8, you have to use
Hi8 tapes. If you use standard
8mm cassettes, you will get
standard 8mm recordings.
Introduction

Introduction
Introducing the UC9Hi/UC9HicoLouR
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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.
20X lens and 40X digital zoom
From wide-angle to world¬
beating 20X telephoto — with
unparalleled optical quality.
The digital zoom doubles this
magnification for even more
dramatic results.
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.
Auto Editing Function
The U C9H i/U C9H i colou R
comes with a complete set of
editing functions built-in. Now
you can do sophisticated and
convenient editing without a
costly, bulky separate editing
machine.
Custom Keys
With the unique Custom
Keys, you, the user, can
decide which functions you
want at your fingertips. Assign
the functions you use most
frequently to the conveniently-
placed keys on the camera
body.
Hi8
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.
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.
Digital effects
Advanced digital technology
allows you to add special
effects and varied scene
transitions to your recordings.
Powerful recording programs
Six recording programs deal
with everything from simple
point-and-shoot operation to
the most challenging
recording conditions.
Fade
Add an atmospheric touch to
your video productions with
smooth fades, synchronised
with the soundtrack.
Titles
You don’t need any extra
equipment to add titles to
your home videos — the
camera does it all.
Remote control
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.
Colour viewfinder (UC9HicoLouR)
You don’t have to wait until
playback to see your shots in
colour. Thanks to the
UC9HicoLOUR’s high-
resolution LCD viewfinder,
you can see just what you’re
getting on tape, making it
easy to shoot colourful, well-
composed video.

Contents
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Introduction
Important Usage Instructions.2
Thank you for choosing a Canon.3
Introducing the UC9Hi/UC9HicoLOUR.4
Basic Operation
Basic Recording.6
Power Sources.7
Cassettes.11
Preparing the Camera.12
Playback.13
Playback Connection.14
Advanced Functions
Zooming.17
Wireless Controller.18
Using the Menus.19
Custom Keys.20
Date and Time.21
Titles.22
Fade.23
Choosing a Recording Program.24
Setting the FlexiZone.26
Focusing.26
Exposure Control.28
Manual Shutter.29
Record Search and Record Review.30
Digital Effects.31
Editing
The Auto Editing Function .32
Preparations.33
Using the Auto Editing Function the first time.34
SET Function. 35
PREVIEW/START Function.36
CUT-IN/CUT-OUT Time Adjustment.37
Editing Scenes.38
CLEAR/DELETE Function.39
Reordering Scenes.40
Simple Editing to a VCR.41
Additional Information
Making Better Videos.42
UC9Hi/UC9FlicoLOUR Video System.43
Optional Accessories.44
Cautions and Maintenance.47
Troubleshooting.49
Viewfinder Displays.51
Nomenclature.53
Specifications.55
Index.56
Introduction

Basic
Operation
Basic Recording
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
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. 21).
To record
1. Turn the program selector to □ .
• Press and hold the lock button.
• This selects the camera’s Easy Recording
program. It allows you to simply point and
shoot without making any manual
adjustments.
2. Open the STANDBY cover.
• The camera operation indicator lights up red,
and PAUSE appears in the viewfinder — the
camera is now in “record pause mode.”
3. Press the start/stop button to begin
recording.
• The tally lamp flashes rapidly and REC
appears in the viewfinder.
4. 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 turn
the program selector to OFF and then back to
□ .
5. C lose the STANDBY cover.
• As long as the program selector is set to a
recording program, 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.
Unload the cassette.
Turn the program selector to OFF.
Disconnect the power source.
Notes:
• If you turn off the camera using the STANDBY
cover, it will remember your chosen focus and
shutter speed settings in the FlexiZone Recording
program (see p. 24), and whether or not a title
was displayed. If you turn the program selector to
OFF and back again, these settings are erased
from the memory.
• You can set one (or both) of the Custom Keys to
operate as an extra start/stop button. (See p. 20
for details.) This is especially useful for low-angle
recording, when you hold the camera by your
waist.
• When recording from the start of the tape:
For best results, let the tape run for about ten
seconds according to the counter. Then record
from that point. This avoids losing the beginning
of the tape when played back on another
machine.

Connecting the camera to a mains outlet
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
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.
Use the power adapter and the DC coupler to
provide your camera with instant power from a
mains outlet.
3. Plug the adapter into a mains outlet.
4. 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.
1. 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.
2. Connect the DC coupler to the adapter.
Basic
Operation

Basic
Operation
Charging and attaching the battery pack
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You will have to charge the battery pack before you
can use it. A brand new battery pack must be
charged twice before use.
1. Slide the battery pack onto the adapter
as shown.
• Make sure the DC coupler is not connected.
2. Plug the adapter into a mains outlet.
• The CHARGE/REFRESH indicator flashes red
to show that charging is in progress.
3. Wait until the battery pack is fully
charged.
• The indicator glows steadily red when the
battery pack is fully charged.
4. If the battery pack is brand new, take it
off the adapter, then slide it on again
and charge it one more time.
5. 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.
6. 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.
Charging and recording times
BP-711 Battery Pack
Charging time 70 minutes
Continuous recording time 50 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
K NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY.
MUST BE RECYCLED OR
DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
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