Canon ZR-850 - Camcorder - 1.07 MP User manual

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• Digital Video Software

Cleaning the Video Heads
Digital video camcorders record video signals on the tape in very thin lines (as thin as
1/8 of the width of a hair). The following symptoms may appear if the video heads
become dirty even a little.
•Mosaic or other blocky video artifacts (Fig. 1) or banding
(Fig. 2) appear on the picture during playback.
• Sound becomes distorted, or there is no sound during
playback.
• The message "HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE"
appears.
If such symptoms appear, clean the video heads with the Canon
DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette* or a
commercially available dry cleaning cassette.
If the symptoms reappear shortly after the cleaning, the
videocassette may be defective. Stop using it.
* Availability differs from area to area.
Video heads may become dirty under the following conditions:
• When using the camcorder in humid or hot places.
• When using cassettes with damaged or dirty tape.
• When using the camcorder in dusty places.
• When using the video heads without cleaning them for a long time.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
•Before you make important recordings, clean the video heads and make a test recording first. We
also recommend cleaning the video heads after use, before storing the camcorder.
• Do not use wet type cleaning cassettes as this may damage the camcorder
• Even after cleaning the video heads you may not be able to play back correctly tapes that were
recorded with dirty video heads.

Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE,
For Canada only:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.
WARNING! 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
copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
Digital Video Camcorder, ZR850/ZR830 A systems
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (t) 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 instafled 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 receMng antenna
Increase the separation between tile 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 radio/TV technician for help
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits 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 USA. Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. [phone]
Important Warning
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 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.
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In these safety instructions the word
"apparatus" or "product '_refers to the Canon
Digital Video Camcorder ZR850/ZR830 A and
all its accessories.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Fotlow aII instructions
5 Do not use this apparatus near water
6 Clean ontywith dry cloth
7 Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
8 Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularIy at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus
9 Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
10 Read instructions --All the safety and
operating instructions shoutd be read
before the product is operated
11 Retain instructions-- The safety and
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference
12 Heed Warnings -- AII warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to
13 Follow instructions- All operating and
maintenance instructions should be
followed
14 Cleaning -- Unplug this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid or aerosoi cleaners. The product
should be cleaned only as recommended
in this manuaI.
1 5 Avoid 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
16 Water and Moisture -- Hazard of electric
shock -- Do not use this product near
water or in rainy/moist situations.
1 7 Placing or Moving -- Do not place on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or
table. The product may fail, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the product A product
and cart combination shouId be moved
with care Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination to overturn
18 Power Sources -- The product should be
operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking tabeI tf
you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or Iocat power company. Regarding
other power sources such as battery
power, refer to instructions in this manuaI.
19 Overloading -- Do not ovedoad wall outlets
and extension cords as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
20 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 resutt in a fire or electric shock
Be careful not to spitl liquid of any kind onto
the product.
21 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
22 Power Sources -- The CA-590 Compact
Power Adapter should be operated onty
from the type of power source indicated on
the marking labet If you are not sure of the
type of power supply to your home, consult
your product deaIer or local power
company. Regarding other power sources
such as battery power, refer to instructions
in this manual
23
24
Lightning -- For added protection of this
product during a lightning storm, or when it
is left unattended and unused for tong
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
Overloading -- Do not ovedoad wall outlets
and extension cords as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.

25DamageRequiringService--Disconnect
thisproductfromthewalloutletandall
powersourcesincludingbattery,andrefer
servicingtoqualifiedservicepersonnel
underthefollowingconditions:
aWhentheplugisdamaged.
bIfanytiquidhasbeenspilledonto,or
objectshavefalleninto,theproduct
c.Iftheproducthasbeenexposedtorain
orwater
dIftheproductdoesnotoperatenormally
evenifyoufollowtheoperating
instructions.Adjustontythosecontrols
thatarecoveredbytheoperation
instructions.Improperadjustmentof
othercontrotsmayresultindamageand
wiltoftenrequireextensiveworkbya
qualifiedtechniciantorestorethe
producttoitsnormaloperation
eIftheproducthasbeendroppedorthe
cabinethasbeendamaged.
f Whentheproductexhibitsadistinct
changeinperformance.Thisindicatesa
needforservice.
26ReplacementParts--Whenreplacement
partsarerequired,besuretheservice
technicianhasusedreplacementpartsthat
arespecifiedbyCanonorthathavethe
samecharacteristicsastheoriginatpart.
Unauthorizedsubstitutionsmayresultin
fire,electricshockorotherhazards
27SafetyCheck-Uponcompletionofany
serviceorrepairstothisproduct,askthe
servicetechniciantoperformsafety
checkstodeterminethattheproductisin
safeoperatingorder
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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-590
This Class B digital apparatus compties with Canadian ICES-003. J
The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains ptug shall remain readity operable to
disconnect the plug in case of an accident
The adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For areas where
120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter Contact your nearest Canon
Service Center for further information
The adapter is not intended to be serviced Shoutd the product cease to function in its intended
manner, it should be returned to the manufacturer or be discarded.

Table of contents
Introduction
About this Manual ........................................................................................... 9
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Supplied Accessories .................................................................................... 11
Components Guide ....................................................................................... 12
Screen Displays ............................................................................................ 15
Preparations
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack ............................................................................ 19
Installing the Backup Battery ........................................................................ 21
Inserting and Removing a Tape .................................................................... 2!
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card ...................................................... 22
Preparing the Camcorder .............................................................................. 22
The Wireless Controller ................................................................................ 23
Adjusting the LCD Screen ............................................................................. 23
Using the Menus
Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option ................................................................... 24
Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus .................................................. 25
First Time Settings
Changing the Language ................................................................................ 26
Changing the Time Zone ............................................................................... 26
Setting the Date and Time ............................................................................ 27
Basic Functions
Recording
Recording Movies ......................................................................................... 28
Recording Still Images on the Memory Card ................................................ 29
Recording Movie Clips on the Memory Card ................................................ 30
Zoomin( ........................................................................................................ 31
Quick Start Function ...................................................................................... 31
Playback
Playing Back Movies ..................................................................................... 32
Returning to a Pre-marked Position .............................................................. 33
Locating the End of the Last Scene .............................................................. 34
Locating Scenes by Recording Date ............................................................. 34
Playing Back Still Images and Movie Clips from a Memory Card ................. 34
Magnifying the Playback Image .................................................................... 36
Advanced Functions
Menu Options Lists
FUNC. Menu ................................................................................................. 37
Setup menus ................................................................................................. 39
Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) .......................... 39
VCR Setup (Recording Mode, TV Type, etc.) ..................................... 40
Audio Setup (Audio Mode, Wind Screen, etc.) ................................... 41
Card Operations (initialization, Erase All Images, etc.) ...................... 41
Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) ............................... 42

SystemSetup(Beep,etc.)..................................................................43
Date/TimeSetup.................................................................................44
Recording Programs
Using the Recording Programs ..................................................................... 45
[_: Changing the Shutter Speed and Special Scene Programs .................... 46
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Manual Exposure Adjustment ........................................................................ 47
Manual Focus Adjustment ............................................................................. 48
White Balance ............................................................................................... 49
Image Effects ................................................................................................. 50
Audio Recording and Playback
Audio Recording Mode .................................................................................. 50
Audio Playback Modes .................................................................................. 51
Recording Options using the Memory Card
Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images ............................................... 52
Selecting the Size of Movie Clips on the Memory Card ................................ 53
Capturing a Still Image while Recording Movies ........................................... 53
Capturing a Still Image or Movie Clip from the Playback Picture .................. 54
Automatic Focus Priority ................................................................................ 54
Other Functions
Data Code ..................................................................................................... 55
LED Light ....................................................................................... 56
Self Timer ...................................................................................................... 56
Digital Effects ................................................................................................. 56
Editing Functions
Still Image Options
Erasing Still Images ....................................................................................... 60
Protecting Still Images ................................................................................... 61
Initializing the Memory Card .......................................................................... 62
External Connections
Connecting to aTV or VCR
Connection Diagrams .................................................................................... 63
Playback on a TV Screen .............................................................................. 64
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder ............................................. 64
Digital Video Dubbing .................................................................................... 65
Audio Dubbing ............................................................................................... 66
Connecting to a Computer
PC Connection Diagrams .............................................................................. 68
Transferring Video Recordings ...................................................................... 69
Transferring Still Images or Movie Clips - Direct Transfer ............................ 69
Transfer Orders ............................................................................................. 71
Connecting to a Printer
Printing Still Images - Direct Print ................................................................. 72
Selecting the Print Settings ........................................................................... 73
Print Orders ................................................................................................... 75
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Additional Information
Trouble?
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 77
List of Messages ........................................................................................... 80
Do's and Don'ts
Handling Precautions .................................................................................... 83
Maintenance/Others ...................................................................................... 86
Using the Camcorder Abroad ....................................................................... 87
General Information
System Diagram ........................................................................................... 88
Optional Accessories .................................................................................... 89
Product Codes .............................................................................................. 91
Specifications ................................................................................................ 92
Index ............................................................................................................. 94

About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon ZR850/ZR830. Please read this manual carefully
before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder
fail to operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting table (L_ 77).
Conventions Used in the Manual
•O IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder% operation.
• (_) NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
• O POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions that apply if the function described is not
available in all operating modes (the operating mode to which the camcorder should be
set, etc.).
• _ • Reference page number.
• _ : Option or feature that applies to or is available only with a specific model.
• "Screen" refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
oThe photos included in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
Note that unless indicated otherwise, illustrations in this manual refer to the
model.
Menu item shown at its default position
Buttons and switches to be operated
Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menu
options as they are displayed on screen. Menu options in --
boldface indicate the default setting (for example [ON],
[OFF]).
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a "button" frame
(for example _).
First TimeSettings
me_ngu_gefor_ _cr_ _ndmenu
reg_n_fe _oupur_h_,edI_e
i_1............ I
3 s_l_t (_v_IDISPL_¥S_TUP_]
About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide
The mini joystick allows you to control many of the camcorder's operations and to
make selections and changes in the camcorder's menus.
Push the joystick up, down, left or right (&Y, _ ) to select an
item or change settings.
Press the joystick itself ((_) to save the settings or confirm an
action. On menu screens, this is indicated by the joystick icon ,_.

The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode. You can
display the joystick guide to remind you of the joystick's functions in each operating mode.
Recording movies: Playing back movies: Recording still images: Playing_backstill images:
About the OperatingModes
The camcorder's operating mode is determined by the positions of the _ switch and the
/Td switch. In the manual, _ indicates that a function is available in the operating
mode shown and indicates that the function is not available. When no operating mode
icons are given, the function is available in all operating modes.
OperatingMode Switch
CAMERA
PLAY
CAMERA
PLAY
1_/_ Switch
(Tape)
F_
(Memorycard)
Icon Display Operation
Recording movies
on the tape
Playing movies
from the tape
Recording still images
or movie clips on the
memory card
Playing back still images
or movie clips from the
memory card
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28
32
29
34
Trademark Acknowledgements
•M_i_._Y iS a trademark.
• The SD logo is a trademark. The SDHC logo is a trademark.
®
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United
States and other countries.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.

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SuppliedAccessories m
CA-590 Compact Power BP-2L5 Battery Pack Lithium Button Battery STV-250N Stereo Video
Adapter CR1616 Cable
WL-D85 Wireless
Controller Lithium Button Battery CR2025 for Wireless
Controller
IFC-300PCU
USB Cable DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK
So_ware CD-ROM*
Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file.
Online product registration for U.S.A. Customers only.
Register your product online at www.registercanon.com
,/" Protect your product
We wil! keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Canon product on
file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as loss
or theft.
"/Receive information on new products and promotions
Upon your request, we wil! send you information on Canon new products and
promotions.
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 a
permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.
Date of Purchase: Model Name: ZR850/ZR830 A
Purchased From: Serial No.:
Dealer Address:
Dea er Phone No.:

Getting to Know the Camcorder o_o_
ComponentsGuide
Left side view
RightSideView
q_
0:' Lens cover switch (_.3 28, 29)
((_ open, @ closed)
_2:CARD access indicator (L_..}29, 30)/
CHARGE indicator ([:_] 19)
(39Speaker
(4_Memory card stot (L_ 22)
_5)AV terminal (L_] 63)
% USB terminal ([2:3 68)
(7) DV terminal (Q:3 63, 68)
{8_Terminal cover
(9) Grip belt (Q.3 22)
,10_Strap mount (EZJ 90)
_1_Lock button
_ _ switch (_ 10)
J,l_QUICK START button (CJZJ31)
{_ Remote sensor (L_ 23)
_ _ LED tight (assist tamp) (L_ 56)
:!_ Stereo microphone
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a "button" frame (for
example _).
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Backview
Topview
Bottom view
,_]jViewfieder (_ 22)
(2"_Dioptric adjustment Iever (,_[_ 22)
_3_BATT. (battery release) switch (C[_ 19)
_ LOD screen (_ 23)
% Backup battery compartment (_ 30)
_6"Start/stop button (Q3 28, 29)
,_73Serial number, Battery attachment unit
(_ 19)
% DC IN terminal (C[.Q19)
(9._D.EFFECTS button (CL3 56)/
RSET button (L_ 72)
J@FUNC. button (_ 24, 37)
1l" Joystick (C].39)
_2 PHOTO button (_.} 29)
_$ Zoom lever (ill] 31)
_1€Mode switch (C[._45)
Easy recording
[] Recording programs
,1_ _]/C_ (tape/card)switch (L_ 10)
_@Cassette compartment ([.Z3 21 )
d?_OPEN/EJECT A switch (EL] 21)
]8 Cassette compartment cover (_ 21 )
,19_Tripod socket (C[_ 29)
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a "button" frame (for
example _).
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Wireless Controller WL-D85
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(]_ START/STOP button (L_ 28)
:_2_CARD -/+ buttons (_ 34)
_3_DATE SEARCH |4_/P'H buttons (_ 34)
_4_REW _ button (CL3 32)
{5_ _/4|m button (_ 32)
6) PAUSE || button ([_ 32)
._7"SLOW I_ button ([J_J 32)
{8) AUDIO DUB. button (r._ 66)
{9_ ZERO SET MEMORY button ([.,_ 33)
_ PHOTO button (L_ 29)
_!_ Zoom buttons (C].3 31 )
_;_ PLAY lb- button ([._ 32)
:1_ FF _ button (_ 32)
_ STOP m button (_._ 32)
r_5_+/Nip,- button (C_ 32)
(16) x2 button (L_ 32)
_7_TV SCREEN button ([ZLI 42)

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Screen Displays _
RecordingMovies
Playing Movies
@
(il) Zoom (q3 31), Exposure era|too (L]3 47)
(_) Recording program (_ 45)
(3_"White balance (C_L349)
_.4)Image effect (_ 50)
_5; _ LED light (_ 56)
(69 Digital effects ([_] 56)
(7) Condensation warning ([.Z3 86)
_8) Still image quality/size
(simultaneous recording) (_ 53)
@ Shutter speed ([._J 46)
1($ Setf timer (C[L] 56)
t1_ Exposure adjustment ([_J 47)
_t$ Manual focus ([._3 48)
1; Image stabilizer (_ 40)
fl_ Recording mode (_ 40)
_5_Tape operation
16) Time code (hours : minutes : seconds)
_Z Remaining tape
:l_bRemaining battery charge
,.I_Widescreen 16:9 mode (CL340)
_Wind screen off(_ 41)
21)Audio recording mode (_ 50)
22) Remote sensor off (Q3 43)
_ Backup battery warning
@ Level marker (_ 42)
@$Recording reminder
@ Operating mode (f.Z3 10)
2_ Audio playback mode (Q.3 51)
_8:Search function display
END SEARCH (El3 34)/DATE SEARCH (_.] 34)
2_ Movie size for capturing video on the
memory card (_ 54)
:3¢ Quality/size for capturing still images (C_J 54)
_1) Playback time
(hours : minutes : seconds : frames)
_ Joystick guide ([_L39)
Data code ([.3_ 55)

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RecordingStill Images
Viewing Still Images
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%Zoom (L_ 31), Exposure oI|m,o (LC] 47)
,'2"Recording program (C[_ 45)
(3) White balance (CZ3 49)
(4";Image effect (L_ 50)
(3) _ LED light ([._] 56)
_6)Digital effects (_ 56)
_7_Movie clip size (movie recorded on the
memory card) (L_ 29)
% StiII image quality/size (E.].LI52)
% Self timer ([._J 56)
do_Number of stitl images available on the
memory card
jl; Movie recording time available on the
memory card
"1_Wind screen off (L.]_ 41)
_1_AF frame ([..)_J54)
(1€Joystick guide (QJJ 9)
_ Camcorder shake warning (_J 39)
,19SIJdeshow ([.._ 35)
,1_Image protection mark (Q.3 61)
,1_Image number ([.._J44)
J_ Current image/Total number of images
_9 StiII image size
_1"_Data code ([]._ 55)
% Movie clip length (movie recorded on the
memory card)
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Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a
battery pack or directly using the compact
power adapter. Charge the battery pack
before use.
Remove the battery
terminal cover before
attaching the battery
BATT. switch
1 Turn off the camcorder.
2Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder.
• Press the battery pack lightly and
slide it down until it clicks.
CHARGE
indicator
DC tN
terminal
3 Plug the compact power adapter
into a power outlet,
4 connectthecompactpoweradapter
to the camcorder's DC IN terminal,
• The CHARGE indicator starts
flashing. The indicator will stay on
when the charging is completed.
• You can also use the compact power
adapter without attaching a battery
pack.
• When the compact power adapter is
connected, even if a battery is
attached its power will not be
consumed.
ONCE THE BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED
1Disconnect the compact power
adapter from the camcorder.
2Unplug the compact power adapter
from the power outlet,
TOREMOVE THE BATTERY PACK
Press _BATT.I to release the battery
pack. Lift the battery pack and then
pull it out.
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• You may hear some noise from the compact
power adapter during use This is not a
malfunction.
• We recommend charging the battery pack in
temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F
and 86 °F) Outside the temperature range of
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 ° F), the charging will
not start
• Do not connect to the camcorder's DC IN
terminal or to the compact power adapter any
etectricaI equipment that is not expressly
recommended for use with this camcorder
• To prevent equipment breakdowns and
excessive heating, do not connect the supplied
compact power adapter to voltage converters for
overseas travels or speciat power sources such
as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters,
etc.
Charging, Recording and Playback Times
• The CHARGE indicator also serves as a
rough estimate of the battery charge status
Continuously on: Battery fully charged.
Ftashes approx, twice per second: Battery over
50% charged
Ftashes approx once per second: Battery less
than 50% charged
• The charging time will vary depending on the
surrounding temperature and the battery pack's
initial charge condition. In cold places, the
effective usage time of the battery will decrease
• We recommend that you prepare battery
packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you
might need
•U,S,A,and Canada only:The Iithium
ion/polymer battery that powers this
product is recyctabte Please carl
1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on how to recycle this battery.
The times given in the table below are approximate and vary depending on the actual
charging, recording or playback conditions.
ChargngTme 145mn. 150mn. 160mn. 240mn. 285min.
Maximum Recording Times
Viewfinder I 95min_ I 125min. I 225min. I 275min.
LCD [NORMAL] _ 275 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 265 min.
Typical Recording Times*
Viewfinder 50 min. 55 min. 70 min. I20 min. I50 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 50 min. 55 min. 70 min. I20 min. I50 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 45 min. 50 min. 65 min. I15 min. I40 min.
Playback Times I05 min. I20 min. I45 min. 255 min. 310 min.
Maximum Recording Times
Viewfinder I 105min_ 145min. I 250min. I 305min.
LCD [NORMAL] _ 300 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 280 min.
Typical Recording Times*
Viewfinder 60 min. 65 min. 80 min. I35 min. I65 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 55 min. 65 min. 80 min. I30 min. I65 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 50 min. 60 min. 75 min. I25 min. I55 min.
Playback Times I10 min. I25 min. I50 min. 265 min. 320 min.
* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off.