Canon ZR100 User manual

Canon
Z-~100
PUB.DIM-661
Digital Video Camcorder II
Instruction Manual English
Camescope numerique II
Manuel d'instruction Fran~ais
Videocamara digital
Manual de Instrucciones 1Espanoll
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Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
Lh PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
Lh 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, ZR100 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 Bdigital device, pursuant
to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference
in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and,
if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular
installation. Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more
of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
•Consult the dealer
or an experienced radiorrV technician for help.
Use
of shielded cable is required to comply with class Blimits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications
to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.
If such changes
or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc,
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U,S,A.
Tel No. [phone]
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
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Important Warning
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DO NOTOPE.N
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 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 Digital Video Camcorder
ZR100 Aand
all its accessories.
1. Read Instructions -All the safety and
operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions -The safety and
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings -All warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions
should
be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions -All operating and
maintenance instructions should be
followed.
5. Cleaning -Unplug this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product
should
be cleaned only as recommended
in this manual.
6. Accessories -Do not use accessories
not recommended
in this manual as they
may
be hazardous.
7. Avoid magnetic or electric fields -Do not
use the camera close to
TV transmitters,
portable communication devices or other
sources
of electric or magnetic radiation.
They may cause picture interference, or
permanently damage the camera.
8. Water and Moisture -Hazard of electric
shock -
Do not use this product near
water or
in rainy/moist situations.
9. Placing or Moving -Do not place on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or
table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to achild or adult, and
serious damage to the
product.
Aproduct and cart
(I)
combination should be ~
moved with care. Quick • ~
stops, excessive force, ~
and uneven surfaces may •
cause the product and cart ~w
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
poweroutlet only one way. This
is asafety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fUlly into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If
the plug still fails to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the
polarized plug.
12. Power Cord Protection -Power cords
should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them. Pay
particular attention to plugs and the point
from which the cords exit the product.
13. Outdoor Antenna
Grounding- If an
outside antenna is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna is grounded
so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810
of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI /NFPA No.
70-1984,
provides information with respect to
proper grounding
of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding
of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit,
size
of grounding conductors, location of
antenna discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode. See figure
1.
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14.Lightning -For added protection of this
product during alightning storm, orwhen it
is left unattended and unused for long
periods
of time, disconnect it from the wall
outlet and disconnectthe antenna. This
will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
15.0verloading -Do not overload wall
outlets and extension cords as this can
result
in arisk of fire or electric shock.
16.0bjects and Liquid Entry -Never push
objects
of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts
that could result
in afire or electric shock.
Be careful not to spill liquid
of any kind
onto the product.
17.Servicing -Do not attempt to service this
product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
Fig.1
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA, GROUNClING
AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRJCAL CODE
ANTENNA LEAD
Ir-JWIRI;;
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NECSECTIONB10-21)
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 workbyaqualified 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.
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When replacement of power supply is required, please return it to the responsible
nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-
570.
The Adapter can
be used with apower supply between 100 and 240 VAC. For areas
where 120 VAC power
is not used, you will need aspecial plug adapter. Contact your
nearest Canon Service Center for further information.
Use only CSA/UL Certified power supply cord set, Polarized, Type SPT-2 or heavier,
minimum
No. 18 AWG copper, rated 125 or250 V, minimum ,P A, minimum 6ft (1.8 m),
maximum 10ft (3 m) long.

Using this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon ZR100. Please read this manual carefully before
you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference.
Change the display language before you begin (OJ64).
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og :Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
o II :Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
o OJ :Reference page number.
oCapital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder.
o[] are used to refer to .menu items displayed on the screen.
o"Screen" refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time
Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you
have replaced lhe backup batlery.
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The operating modes are determined by the position of the POWER switch.
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Operating Mode
CAMERA
PLAY (VCR)
POWER Switch
CAMERA
PLAY (VCR)
CAMERA
:Function can be used in this mode.
Trademark Acknowledgments
• MiniDt.... is atrademark.
•Windows® is either aregistered trademark or 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 registered trademarks or
trademarks
of their respective companies.
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Table of contents
Introduction
Using this Manual 5
Checking Supplied Accessories 8
Components Guide 9
Basic Functions
Preparations
Preparing the Power Supply 12
Loading/Unloading aCassette 15
Installing the Backup Battery 16
Preparing the Camcorder 17
Adjusting the LCD Screen 18
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time 19
Recording
Recording Movies on aTape 22
Zooming 26
Tips for Making Better Videos 28
Playback
Playing Back aTape 29
Adjusting the Volume
31
Playing Back on aTV Screen 32
Advanced Functions
Menus and Settings 34
Recording
Using the Recording Programs 38
Using the Night Mode
41
Skin Detail Function 42
Adjusting the AE Shift 43
Adjusting the Focus Manually 44
Setting the White Balance 46
Setting the Shutter Speed 48
Using the Self-Timer :50
Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP)
51
Audio Recording 52
Using Digital Effects 53
Widescreen TV Recording (16:9) 57
Playback
Magnifying the Image 58
Displaying the Data Code 59
End Search
61
Playing Back aTape with Added Sound 62
Other Functions
Customizing the Camcorder 63
Changing the Display Language 64
Other Camcorder Settings
~ 65

Editing
Recording to aVCR or Digital Video Device 67
Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) 69
Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) 70
Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) 72
Transferring Video Recordings to aComputer 74
Additional Information
Screen Displays 75
List of Messages 77
Maintenance/Others 78
Troubleshooting 83
System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) 86
Optional Accessories 87
Specifications 90
Item Codes '
92
Index 93 -
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Checking Supplied Accessories
NB-2LH Battery Pack Lithium Button Battery Lens Cap and Lens
CR1616 Cap Cord
STV-250N Stereo
Video Cable
The serial number ofthis 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: ZR100 A
Purchased From: Serial No.:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Phone No.:
®LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE
RECYCLED
OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR
FEDERAL LAWS.

Components Guide
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CD REC SEARCH -button (CO 25) /
(9 (record review) button ( CO 25) /
~(rewind) button (CO 29)
@REC SEARCH +button (CO 25) /
~ (fast forward) button (CO 29)
®LCD BACKLIGHT button (CO 18)
@WIDESCREEN button (CO 57) /
DATA CODE button
(CO 59)
®NIGHT MODE button (CO 41) /
•(stop) button
(CO 29)
®FOCUS button (CO 44) /
~ /11(play/pause) button (CO 29)
(j) DIGITAL EFFECTS ON/OFF button
(OJ 53)
®AE SHIFT button (CO 43) /
END SEARCH button
(OJ 61)
®REC PAUSE button (OJ 69)
@Speaker (CO 31)
@LCD screen (CO 18)
© SET dial (CO 34)
@ CHARGE indicator (CO 12)
@Program selector (CO 38)
EASY Easy recording
[E] Program AE
@Backup battery compartment (OJ ·16)
@Battery attachment unit (CO 12) /
Serial
number
@DC IN terminal (OJ 12)
@MENU button (OJ 34)
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CD Dioptric adjustment lever (OJ 17)
(J) OPEN/EJECT ~ switch (OJ 15)
@Viewfinder (OJ 17) @Zoom lever (OJ 26)
® BATT. button (OJ 12) ®Finger rest
®Power switch (OJ 5)
®Cassette compartment cover (OJ 15)
®Cassette compartment (OJ 15)
@Strap mount (OJ 88)
@Grip belt (OJ 17)
@Start/stop button (OJ 22)
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CD Terminal cover
@Stereo microphone
®AV terminal (OJ 32)
@ DV terminal (OJ 67)
®Tripod socket (OJ 28)
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Preparing the Power Supply
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.PLAY(VCR)
••
·CAMERA
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1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.
2. Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder.
•Remove the terminal cover of the battery
pack.
•Press lightly and slide it
in the direction of
the arrow until it clicks.
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1. Connect the power cord to the
.adapter.
2. Plug the power cord into a power
outlet.
3. Connect the power adapter to the
camcorder's DC IN terminal.
The CHARGE indicator starts flashing. It
glows steadily when charging is complete.
4. When charging is complete,
disconnect the power adapter
from the .camcorder. Unplug the
power cord from the power outlet
and disconnect it from the
adapter.
5. Remove the battery pack after use.
Press the BATT. button to remove the. battery.

Connect to ahousehold power source to use the camcorder without worrying about the
battery power.
You can keep the battery pack attached; the battery power will not be ~E
consumed. ~
1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.
2. Connect the power cord to the
power adapter.
3. Plug the power cord into a power
outlet.
4.
Connect the power adapter to the
camcorder's DC IN terminal.
oTurn offthe camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter.
oIfthe adapter is used close to a TV, it may cause picture. interference. Move the
adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable.
oDo not connect any products that are not expressly recommended to the
camcorder's DC IN terminal or to the power adapter.
o You may hear some noise from the power adapter during use. This is not a
malfunction.
oDo not disconnect and reconnect the power cord while charging abattery pack.
Charging may stop. The battery pack may not be charged correctly even ifthe
CHARGE indicator glows steady. The battery pack may also not be charged
correctly when apower outage occurs during charging. Remove the battery
pack and attach it back to the camcorder.
oWhen the power adapter or battery pack is defective, the CHARGE indicator
flashes rapidly (at about 2flashes/second) and charging stops.
oThe CHARGE indicator informs you about the charge status.
0-50%: Flashes once every second
More than
500/0: Flashes twice every second
1000/0: Glows steadily
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oCharging, Recording and Playback Times
Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or
playback conditions.
Battery Pack
Charging Time
Max. Recording Time
BP-2L14
235 min.
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Viewfinder 135 min.
115 min. 245 min. 300 min.
LCD Inormal
95 min. 80 min. 170 min. 210 min.
Ibright
85 min. 70 min. 145 min. 185 min.
Typical RecordingTime*
Viewfinder
75 min. 60 min. 130 min. 160 min.
LCD Inormal
55 min. 45 min. 95 min. 120 min.
Ibright
50 min. 40 min. 85 min. 105 min.
Playback Time 100 min. 85 min. 175 min. 220 min.
*Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start'stop,
zooming, power on/off. Actual time may be shorter.
oWe recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10°C and
30 °C (50 of and 86 OF). Outside the temperature range of a°C to 40°C (32 OF
to 104 OF), the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly and charging stops.
oAlithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Unlike
conventional battery packs, you do not need to completely use or discharge it
before charging.
oWe recommend that you prepare battery packs 2to 3times longer than you
think you might need.
o To conserve battery power, turn offthe camcorder instead of leaving it in record
pause mode.

Loading/Unloading a Cassette
Use only videocassettes marked with the M;';DtT
1. Slide the OPEN/EJECT switch and
open the cassette compartment
cover.
The cassette compartment opens
automatically.
2. Load/unload the cassette.
•Load the cassette with the window
facing the grip belt.
•Unload the cassette by pulling it straight
out.
3. Press the ~ mark on the
cassette compartment until it
clicks.
4. Wait for the cassette compartment
to retract automatically and close
the cassette compartment cover.
logo.
Tape protection tab
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000 not·interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing
automatically, or attempt to close the cover before the cassette compartment
has fully retracted.
oBe careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover.
eI! Ifthe camcorder is connected to apower source, cassettes can be loaded/
~ unloaded even ifthe POWER switch is set to OFF.
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Installing the Backup Battery
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The backup battery (lithium button battery CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain date,
time
(CD 19) and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected.
Connect apower source to the camcorderwhen replacing the backup battery to retain the
settings.
1. Open the backup battery cover.
2. Insert the backup battery with the
+side facing outward.
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3. Close the cover.
f'&I! The backup battery has alife span of about ayear. " ~ "flashes in red to inform
~ you that it needs to be replaced.

Preparing the Camcorder
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1. Turn on the camcorder and keep
the LCD panel closed.
2. Pull
out the viewfinder.
3.
Adjust the dioptric adjustment
lever.
4. Push
the viewfinder back in.
~ttc:lcbin.g.·.thg .. L.gns.Cap
1. Attach the cord to the lens cap.
2. Pass the grip belt through the loop
on the cord.
Press the buttons on the lens cap when
attaching/removing
it Hook the lens cap
on the grip belt while you are recording,
and place it over the lens when you have
finished.
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Hold the camcorder with your right
hand and
adjust the belt with your
left.
Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the
zoom lever with your index finger, and the
start/stop button with your thumb.
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Adjusting the LCD Screen
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Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.
• You can rotate the panel by 90 degrees
outward.
•
You can rotate the panel by 180 degrees
inward.
You can switch the brightness of the LCD screen between normal and bright by pressing
the LCD BACKLIGHT button. This
is useful for outdoor recordings.
Press the LCD BACKLIGHT button.
oThis setting does not affect the brightness of the recording or the viewfinder
screen.
oWhen using abattery pack, the camcorder retains the setting even ifyou
change the position ofthe POWER switch.
oThe battery usage time shortens when the LCD screen is set brighter (OJ 14).

Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time
Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you r-;;-)
have replaced the backup battery. ~
CAMERA PLAY (VCR)
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2. Turn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the
SET dial.
3. Turn the SET dial to select [T.ZONE/OST] and press
the SET dial.
The time zone setting appears (see table on the next page). The
default setting is New
York.
4. Turn the SET dial to select the setting option that represents your time
zone and press the SET dial.
To adjust for daylight saving time, select the time zone with the *next to the area.
~~~) I SYSTEM IIl>I T.ZONE/DST···N.Y.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.
CAMERA
PLAY (VCR)
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12:00
AM
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MENU
(CD 34)
5. Turn the SET dial to select [O/TIME SET] and press
the SET dial.
The year display starts to flash.
6. Turn the SET dial to select the year, and press the
SET dial .
•The next part of the display starts flashing.
•Set the month, day, hours and minutes
in the same way,
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7. Press the MENU button to close the menu and to
start the clock.
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No. Time zone No. Time zone
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LONDON
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PARIS
[H] SAMOA
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HONOLU. (Honolulu)
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MOSCOW
[ill ANCHOR. (Anchorage)
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L.A. (Los Angeles)
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BANGKOK
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N.Y. (New York)
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H. KONG (Hong Kong)
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CARACAS
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TOKYO
[ll] RIO (Rio de Janeiro)
[ill SYDNEY
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FERNAN. (Fernando de Noronha)
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SOLOMON
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AZORES
rail Once you have set time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock
~ each time you travel to another time zone. Just set the time zone to the one of
your destination, and the camcorder automatically adjusts the clock.