Canon VIXIA HR10 User manual

Canon PUB.DIM-810
···HR10
read also the Digital
Video Software instruction
manual
(on PDF file). Refer to
installation guide for further
details.
Veuillez lire aussi
Ie manuel
q'instruction Digital Video
SoftWare (sur fichier
PDF). Pour
d'autres details, referez-vous au
guide d'installation.
tambien el manual
de
instrucciones Digital Video
Software (en archivo PDF).
Para mayores detalles, refierase
la guia de instalaci6n.
English I
Espanal I
Hi:lnll l\VCHD
NTSC
Canon PUB.DIM-810
···HR10
read also the Digital
Video Software instruction
manual
(on PDF file). Refer to
installation guide for further
details.
Veuillez lire aussi
Ie manuel
q'instruction Digital Video
SoftWare (sur fichier
PDF). Pour
d'autres details, referez-vous au
guide d'installation.
tambien el manual
de
instrucciones Digital Video
Software (en archivo PDF).
Para mayores detalles, refierase
la guia de instalaci6n.
English I
Espanal I
Hi:lnll l\VCHD
NTSC

Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
~ TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
in PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING!
~ TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
in 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.
HD Camcorder, HR lOA 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 B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 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 a
particular 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 a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radiofTV technician for help.
The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital video camcorder must be used with this equipment in order to comply with
Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the 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
CAUTION
RISK OF ElECTRK: SHOCK
00 NOT OPEN
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.
2
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 Usage Instructions
WARNING!
~ TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
in PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING!
~ TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
in 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.
HD Camcorder, HR lOA 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 B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 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 a
particular 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 a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radiofTV technician for help.
The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital video camcorder must be used with this equipment in order to comply with
Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the 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
CAUTION
RISK OF ElECTRK: SHOCK
00 NOT OPEN
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.
2
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.

In these safety instructions the word
"product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder
HR10 Aand 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 cleaned 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.
A
product and cart
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 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 a
safety 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
In these safety instructions the word
"product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder
HR10 Aand 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 cleaned 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.
A
product and cart
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 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 a
safety 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.
15
Overloading -Do not overload wall
outlets and extension cords as this can
result
in
arisk
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.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Fig. 1
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
-------
NEC -NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD
IN
WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDINGCONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND
CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART
H)
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 aqualified
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
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.
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-003.
4
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.
15
Overloading -Do not overload wall
outlets and extension cords as this can
result
in
arisk
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.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Fig. 1
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
-------
NEC -NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD
IN
WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDINGCONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND
CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART
H)
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 aqualified
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
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.
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-003.
4

Enjoying High-Definition Video with
your DVD Camcorder
Recording HD video with your DVD camcorder may seem abit complicated at first. •
Actually, you need
to make just two simple choices and you can start recording right
away. The first
choice is what disc type - or physical media - to use. The second
choice is what image quality -and disc specification -
to use.
Let us walk you through it.
Decide what type of DVD disc is best for you
There are many types of DVD discs but this camcorder uses only the
following three types of 8 cm mini DVD discs: DVD-R, DVD-R DL and
DVD-RW. Read the differences between them and select the disc that best
fits your needs.
DVD-R
Best for Compatibility
DVD-Rs can be recorded only once -you cannot edit or delete the recordings. On the
other hand, these
discs are comparatively cheaper.
DVD-R DL
Best for Recording Time
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Recording surface
Dual-layered discs allow writing up to 80% more data (approx. 2.6 GB) on asingle
recording side. However, you cannot edit or delete the recordings.
Dual-layered discs have two recording layers. The
camcorder will record
on Layer 1and then continue to
Layer 2. During the playback of arecording spanning
both layers,
you may notice abrief stop (about 1
second) at the point where the camcorder switches to
the second layer. In SO quality the switch to Layer 2
will break the recording into 2separate scenes.
DVD-RW
Best for Reusability
Recordings made on aDVD-RW disc can be edited or deleted. Also, the disc can be
initialized. Initializing a DVD-RW disc clears all the recordings and restores the free
space on the disc to its initial value so you can use the same disc again.
5
Enjoying High-Definition Video with
your DVD Camcorder
Recording HD video with your DVD camcorder may seem abit complicated at first. •
Actually, you need
to make just two simple choices and you can start recording right
away. The first
choice is what disc type - or physical media - to use. The second
choice is what image quality -and disc specification -
to use.
Let us walk you through it.
Decide what type of DVD disc is best for you
There are many types of DVD discs but this camcorder uses only the
following three types of 8 cm mini DVD discs: DVD-R, DVD-R DL and
DVD-RW. Read the differences between them and select the disc that best
fits your needs.
DVD-R
Best for Compatibility
DVD-Rs can be recorded only once -you cannot edit or delete the recordings. On the
other hand, these
discs are comparatively cheaper.
DVD-R DL
Best for Recording Time
~:~:~ ~ I~:~: ~ ~J
Recording surface
Dual-layered discs allow writing up to 80% more data (approx. 2.6 GB) on asingle
recording side. However, you cannot edit or delete the recordings.
Dual-layered discs have two recording layers. The
camcorder will record
on Layer 1and then continue to
Layer 2. During the playback of arecording spanning
both layers,
you may notice abrief stop (about 1
second) at the point where the camcorder switches to
the second layer. In SO quality the switch to Layer 2
will break the recording into 2separate scenes.
DVD-RW
Best for Reusability
Recordings made on aDVD-RW disc can be edited or deleted. Also, the disc can be
initialized. Initializing a DVD-RW disc clears all the recordings and restores the free
space on the disc to its initial value so you can use the same disc again.
5

Decide what image quality you want to use
Your camcorder offers two levels of image quality: high-definition (HD)
video and standard-definition (SD) video. Apart from asignificant
difference
in quality, this selection will also affect on what DVD players you
can play back your finalized* disc (the disc's compatibility). Read carefully
and select the image quality that best fits your needs.
Please note that the disc's quality can only be changed when initializing
the disc. Therefore, with DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs you can
select the
disc's quality only once and it cannot be changed later on. With
DVD-RW discs, you can initialize the disc and change the quality but doing
so will delete all
the recordings on the disc.
HD Quality
High definition allows you to record video of
unparalleled high quality on regular mini
DVD discs
using AVCHD compression. HD video
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 eye-catching colors and
richly detailed video recordings. 1,080 lines
Discs recorded in HD quality can be played back only
with AVCHD-compatible DVD players. Do not insert a disc recorded in HD quality into a
DVD
player that is not compatible with AVCHD specifications as you may not be able
to eject the disc.
"Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-
definition (HD) video composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines).
6
SD Quality _
Standard definition allows you to record video in DVD-VIDEO mode using MPEG-2
compression. This is the same standard used in regular movie DVD discs ensuring
that, after finalizing* it, you can play back the disc you recorded on most
DVD players.
When you use
DVD discs that cannot be reused (DVD-R or DVD-R DL), the disc can
be recorded only
in VIDEO mode.
DVD-RW discs, on the other hand, can be recorded using either one of two
specifications: VIDEO mode or VR mode. Refer to Disc specifications on DVD-RWs
(OJ 7).
*Disc finalization is the processing of the free space (the unrecorded area) on the disc in
order to make it playable on external DVD devices (OJ 68). To finalize a DVD-R DL disc,
the camcorder has to process both layers. Therefore, and depending on the amount of
free space on the disc, this process may be lengthy.
Decide what image quality you want to use
Your camcorder offers two levels of image quality: high-definition (HD)
video and standard-definition (SD) video. Apart from asignificant
difference
in quality, this selection will also affect on what DVD players you
can play back your finalized* disc (the disc's compatibility). Read carefully
and select the image quality that best fits your needs.
Please note that the disc's quality can only be changed when initializing
the disc. Therefore, with DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs you can
select the
disc's quality only once and it cannot be changed later on. With
DVD-RW discs, you can initialize the disc and change the quality but doing
so will delete all
the recordings on the disc.
HD Quality
High definition allows you to record video of
unparalleled high quality on regular mini
DVD discs
using AVCHD compression. HD video
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 eye-catching colors and
richly detailed video recordings. 1,080 lines
Discs recorded in HD quality can be played back only
with AVCHD-compatible DVD players. Do not insert a disc recorded in HD quality into a
DVD
player that is not compatible with AVCHD specifications as you may not be able
to eject the disc.
"Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-
definition (HD) video composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines).
6
SD Quality _
Standard definition allows you to record video in DVD-VIDEO mode using MPEG-2
compression. This is the same standard used in regular movie DVD discs ensuring
that, after finalizing* it, you can play back the disc you recorded on most
DVD players.
When you use
DVD discs that cannot be reused (DVD-R or DVD-R DL), the disc can
be recorded only
in VIDEO mode.
DVD-RW discs, on the other hand, can be recorded using either one of two
specifications: VIDEO mode or VR mode. Refer to Disc specifications on DVD-RWs
(OJ 7).
*Disc finalization is the processing of the free space (the unrecorded area) on the disc in
order to make it playable on external DVD devices (OJ 68). To finalize a DVD-R DL disc,
the camcorder has to process both layers. Therefore, and depending on the amount of
free space on the disc, this process may be lengthy.

Disc specifications on DVD-RWs
VIDEO mode: Once finalized, discs recorded in VIDEO mode can be played
back in most common DVD players, offering the best compatibility. However,
recordings cannot
be edited (deleted, rearranged, etc.).
VR mode: You can easily edit the recordings. However, discs recorded in VR
mode can be played back only with DVD players compatible with DVD-RWs in
VR mode.
Recommended discs
The camcorder's performance was tested** with single-layered discs using the
supplied discs and Hitachi-Maxell HG series DVD discs; and with dual-layered
discs using Canon DVD-R DL54 discs and Verbatim DVD-R DL discs. For further
details,
contact directly the manufacturer's customer support center. Note that
attempting to record or play with this camcorder DVD discs that were recorded,
initialized
or finalized with other digital devices can result in damage to the
camcorder or in the permanent loss of the recordings.
Playback on external devices
Make sure to finalize discs (Q] 68) before you play them back on external DVD
devices. The
disc's type and quality will affect its compatibility with external
devices. For asummary, you can refer to the sidebar on page 70. However, to be
sure, always refer
to the instruction manual of the external device and make sure
it is compatible before inserting the disc.
For the highest compatibility with external DVD devices we recommend
using SD quality
in VIDEO mode.
** As of April 2007 the camcorder's performance has been tested using OVO discs made by
Hitachi-Maxell, Panasonic and
TOK as well. The use of other discs may result in incorrect
recording/playback or
in not being able to remove the disc.
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Disc specifications on DVD-RWs
VIDEO mode: Once finalized, discs recorded in VIDEO mode can be played
back in most common DVD players, offering the best compatibility. However,
recordings cannot
be edited (deleted, rearranged, etc.).
VR mode: You can easily edit the recordings. However, discs recorded in VR
mode can be played back only with DVD players compatible with DVD-RWs in
VR mode.
Recommended discs
The camcorder's performance was tested** with single-layered discs using the
supplied discs and Hitachi-Maxell HG series DVD discs; and with dual-layered
discs using Canon DVD-R DL54 discs and Verbatim DVD-R DL discs. For further
details,
contact directly the manufacturer's customer support center. Note that
attempting to record or play with this camcorder DVD discs that were recorded,
initialized
or finalized with other digital devices can result in damage to the
camcorder or in the permanent loss of the recordings.
Playback on external devices
Make sure to finalize discs (Q] 68) before you play them back on external DVD
devices. The
disc's type and quality will affect its compatibility with external
devices. For asummary, you can refer to the sidebar on page 70. However, to be
sure, always refer
to the instruction manual of the external device and make sure
it is compatible before inserting the disc.
For the highest compatibility with external DVD devices we recommend
using SD quality
in VIDEO mode.
** As of April 2007 the camcorder's performance has been tested using OVO discs made by
Hitachi-Maxell, Panasonic and
TOK as well. The use of other discs may result in incorrect
recording/playback or
in not being able to remove the disc.
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Available features depend on the DVD disc used
Editing scenes with this camcorder (deleting
scenes, dividing scenes, etc.) (OJ 65)
Deleting a scene immediately after recording
it (OJ 40)
Initializing the disc in order to use it again for
recording (OJ 67)
Giving a title to the disc (OJ 68)
Finalizing the disc in order to play it with an
external DVD device (OJ 68)2
. Adding recordings to a disc already finalized
(OJ 71)
Editing scenes on a computer
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97)
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1Only scenes in the playlist can be divided.
2Playback cannot be guaranteed with all external DVD devices.
3 You will need to unfinalize the disc first.
4With the supplied software you can make copies of your disc, play back and edit your
video, and more. For further details, refer
to the Corel Application Disc Installation Guide
and User Manual.
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Available features depend on the DVD disc used
Editing scenes with this camcorder (deleting
scenes, dividing scenes, etc.) (OJ 65)
Deleting a scene immediately after recording
it (OJ 40)
Initializing the disc in order to use it again for
recording (OJ 67)
Giving a title to the disc (OJ 68)
Finalizing the disc in order to play it with an
external DVD device (OJ 68)2
. Adding recordings to a disc already finalized
(OJ 71)
Editing scenes on a computer
4(OJ
97)
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1Only scenes in the playlist can be divided.
2Playback cannot be guaranteed with all external DVD devices.
3 You will need to unfinalize the disc first.
4With the supplied software you can make copies of your disc, play back and edit your
video, and more. For further details, refer
to the Corel Application Disc Installation Guide
and User Manual.
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Table of contents
• Introduction _
5Enjoying High-Definition Video with your DVD Camcorder
14 About this Manual
15 Getting to Know the Camcorder
15 Supplied Accessories
17 Components Guide
20 Screen Displays
• Preparations
23 Getting Started
23 Charging the Battery Pack
24 Preparing the Accessories and the Wireless Controller
26 Basic Operation of the Camcorder
26 Power Switch
26 Operating Modes
27 Joystick and Joystick Guide
27 Using the Menus
29 First Time Settings
29 Setting the Date and Time
29 Changing the Language
30 Changing the Time Zone
31 Getting Ready to Start Recording
31 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen
32 Inserting and Removing aDisc
34 Inserting and Removing aMemory Card
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Table of contents
• Introduction _
5Enjoying High-Definition Video with your DVD Camcorder
14 About this Manual
15 Getting to Know the Camcorder
15 Supplied Accessories
17 Components Guide
20 Screen Displays
• Preparations
23 Getting Started
23 Charging the Battery Pack
24 Preparing the Accessories and the Wireless Controller
26 Basic Operation of the Camcorder
26 Power Switch
26 Operating Modes
27 Joystick and Joystick Guide
27 Using the Menus
29 First Time Settings
29 Setting the Date and Time
29 Changing the Language
30 Changing the Time Zone
31 Getting Ready to Start Recording
31 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen
32 Inserting and Removing aDisc
34 Inserting and Removing aMemory Card