Canon ZR70MC User manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER
Share All the Wonder and Excitement of Life

DV Format
MiniDV is the new preferred format for
personal and broadcast-quality video,
highly regarded for its high audio and
image quality. With up to 540 lines of
horizontal resolution and minimum color
noise, MiniDV delivers a 20% clearer
picture than analog camcorder
formats. All this, in a handy,
super-compact cassette.
Image Stabilizer
A high quality image stabilization system
corrects camcorder shake instantly, so
your videos always look smooth, steady
and natural even when
shooting hand-held at full
telephoto.
Image Stabilizer OFF
Image Stabilizer ON
Designed for point and shoot simplicity, Canon's new ZR70
MC /ZR65 MC /ZR60 camcorders allow everyone
to great results without any effort at all. Place the camcorder in your hand, and it fits comfortably and
securely, like you've owned it for years. No learning curve is necessary as soon find yourself shooting
crisp, vibrant video and life-like digital photos, just by pressing a single button. Connect your camcorder to
a computer running Windows or Mac Operating Systems, and experience the digital world like it was
meant to be, quick, seamless, and fun. Canon, the trusted name in optics for decades, has made capturing
memories more convenient, exciting, and easier than ever.
What sets a Canon camcorder apart
from all the others? It’s the only
camcorder made by a company
renowned for high-quality professional
optics. Our vast expertise in designing
and crafting precision lenses for 35mm
and broadcast TV cameras also goes
into every camcorder lens we make. The
ZR70 MC , ZR65 MC and ZR60’s optical
zoom lens delivers superb definition and
contrast, taking full advantage of the DV
format. The digital zoom extends the
camcorder’s magnification revealing
details too small to see with the naked
eye. With the ZR70 MC , you can attach
the supplied WA-30.5 Wide Attachment
which decreases the focal length by a
factor of 0.6, giving you a wide
perspective for indoor shots or
panoramic views.
22x Optical Zoom Lens (ZR70 MC )
20x Optical Zoom Lens (ZR65 MC )
18x Optical Zoom Lens (ZR60)
When attaching the Wide
Attachment 0.6x to the ZR70 MC 22x
440x Digital

IEEE1394 DV
Terminal
An IEEE1394-compliant DV
terminal lets you connect the ZR70 MC ,
ZR65 MC or ZR60 to a DV-compatible
computer or another Canon DV
camcorder. Transfer your digital movies
to your computer’s hard disk, edit your
scenes, then use them to create high-
impact Web sites, video e-mail,
interactive CDs and DVDs, or a personal
video album.
Included Software
With DV Messenger, you can use your
Canon camcorder for Internet Video Chat
with Microsoft Windows Messenger
through IEEE1394. Control the zoom and
focus of your camcorder or the person
you are chatting with. Preview
thumbnails and transfer photos. Watch
and control the video playback of either
camcorder - all from
your computer.
Spotlight
Sand & Snow
Low Light
Portrait Sports
Program Auto Exposure
While the Easy Recording mode is fine
for most shooting situations, the
camcorder also includes additional pre-
programmed auto exposure modes
(Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight, Sand &
Snow, Low Light and Night mode), each
carefully designed to give you the best
possible image results under special
shooting conditions. In situations
normally too dark for recording, the
camcorder uses the Night mode to
select the ideal shutter speed
and sensitivity combination to
brighten up the scene, without
sacrificing color.
Manual Controls
The fully-automatic ZR70 MC , ZR65 MC
and ZR60 gives great results even in the
hands of a novice, while experts will
appreciate the manual focus, exposure,
white balance and shutter speed
controls.
Super Night Mode and Low
Light Plus Mode
(ZR70 MC only)
Even when the light has faded, you can
keep on shooting with the ZR70 MC ’s
Super Night mode (in Camera mode)
and Low Light Plus mode (in Card
Camera mode). The
assist lamp lights up to
illuminate the subject
allowing you to capture
the action without
turning the lights on.
USB Terminal
(ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only)
Allows high-speed transfer of images
from your SD Memory Card or
MultiMediaCard to your computer. By
using the USB cable and software
provided, you can process
and organize your images
on your PC.
Included Software
The ZR70 MC /ZR65 MC /ZR60 Kit
includes software for image
management and editing:
ZoomBrowser EX (Windows) and
ImageBrowser
(Macintosh) which let
you easily download,
browse, archive, and
retouch your photos.
Automatically resize
images and attach
them to e-mail, arrange
them for printing, and
add text.
Night mode
Analog Line-In/Converter
You can send an analog video signal
from a TV, VCR or a camcorder into the
ZR70 MC , ZR65 MC or ZR60 and record it
onto a DV tape, or convert the analog
signal into digital signal, for direct
transfer to digital video devices or
computers equipped with a IEEE1394
terminal*.
*The Analog to Digital
Converter may not
function depending on
the software used.
Low Light Plus

Video Mode
The ZR70 MC , ZR65 MC and ZR60 utilize
high-precision optics, a premium image
stabilization system, and the latest
processing technology to deliver
outstanding video in all situation.
Motion JPEG (ZR70 MC only)
The ZR70 MC lets you record short movie
clips in Motion JPEG format onto the
inserted memory card, for clear images
and smooth playback. You may choose
to record up to 10 seconds at 320 X 240
pixels or up to 30 seconds at
160 X 120 pixels.
Direct Print with Canon
Bubble Jet Printers
(ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only)
Print directly from your camcorder to
select Canon Bubble Jet Printers. A
single USB cable connects the printer to
the ZR70 MC or ZR65 MC and all printing
options can be controlled from the
camcorder's menu. Options include:
selecting the print quantity and whether
you would like bordered or
borderless prints.
Exif Print
(ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only)
The ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC support Exif
Print (2.2), a worldwide standard that
enhances communication between
digital cameras and printers. At the time
of shooting, vital camcorder settings and
scene data are recorded with the image,
resulting in realistic and reliable color
reproduction. Poor lighting or mistakes
can also be corrected,
allowing photos to be even
better than the originals.
XGA High
Resolution Photos
(ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only)
The ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC camcorders
capture beautiful high definition photos.
Just press the photo button to capture
stunning XGA (1024 x 768 pixel) images
onto the included 8 MB SD Memory
Card. For added flexibility, you can also
select the compression size
(Superfine/Fine/Normal).
Digital Photo Mode
For added flexibility, you may take up to
700 still images on a MiniDV single tape
(in SP Mode). The camcorder records
the photos for approximately 6 seconds,
as well as recording the sound for your
verbal notes or narration. You can search
through the recorded tape for your
photos using the supplied remote
control.
SD Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard
(ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only)
The ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC expands
video possibilities with a built-in slot for
an SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card or a
MultiMediaCard, in addition to a MiniDV
cassette. With the ZR70 MC , you can
also capture small movie clips to the
memory card in Motion JPEG format.
Easily transfer images to your PC directly
from the camcorder using USB and
IEEE1394. Produce effects not possible
with just a cassette using the Card Mix
Effects. Choose one of the sample
images provided on the supplied SD
Memory Card (such as
picture frames,
backgrounds and
animations) and
combine it with the live
video recording.
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Flexible LCD View Screen
and Color Viewfinder
The bright 2.5” LCD view screen makes
it easy to compose sensational shots
without having to squint into the
viewfinder. You can rotate the screen for
high-or low-angle shots, or turn it around
180°to record yourself. When you’re
done shooting, the screen is perfect for
reviewing your scenes.
Advanced Dual Image
Signal Processing
Canon technology allows you to capture
perfect video and the perfect photo.
Since video and printed photos have
different needs why should they be
treated the same? The camcorder uses
two different processing techniques to
maximize quality for display on a TV or
for printing.

Digital Effects
Show your creativity by using the special
effects and digital faders available with
the ZR70 MC , ZR65 MC and ZR60. A
wide selection of faders and special
effects will add visual appeal and greater
imaging variety.
M ULTI
I MAGE
S CREEN
•Lithium Ion Battery
•Microphone Terminal
•Built-in Speaker
•Photo Search/Date Search
•Time Code/Data Code
•Superb Playback Function
•S-Video Input/Output
• Self-Timer
•Confirmation Beep
•Zero Set Memory
•World Clock
•16:9 Wide Screen Mode
•AV Insert and Audio
Dubbing
•Remote Control
•Record Search & Review
Pictures simulated
PCM Digital Sound
The ZR70 MC , ZR65 MC and
ZR60 offer two digital audio
modes, 12 and 16-bit. You can select 16-
bit mode for high-quality, CD-equivalent
stereo sound, or 12-bit to record only two
of four channels, leaving two channels
free for you to record additional sound
later.
StitchAssist
(ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only)
By using the StitchAssist Mode, you can
create magnificent panoramas. Shoot
your landscape, and transfer them to
your computer. Then simply select and
arrange your images in the correct order,
and the supplied PhotoStitch software
does the rest, aligning, overlapping and
cropping the separate images to form
one ultra-wide panoramic still image.
Faders
Add a variety of transitions to your
movies with a fade to or from black.
Choose from Fade Trigger, Wipe,
Corner, Jump, Flip, Puzzle, Zigzag,
Beam and Tide.
Ball
Cube
Flip
Puzzle
My Camera Function
Personalize your camcorder by
customizing the start-up image and
camcorder operation sounds. With the
ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC , you can choose
a start-up image from the included
software CD or use your own digital
recordings.
Selectable Color Light-up
Buttons (ZR70 MC only)
To make the ZR70 MC easier to use in
dark surroundings, the VCR playback
buttons can be illuminated in any one of
the six colors: turquoise, blue, green,
yellow, violet, and orange. Press one of
the buttons and they simultaneously
change color. You can also select to turn
them off, or set them to light up only
when a button is pressed.
Advanced Accessory Shoe
(ZR70 MC only)
Want to add an accessory microphone
or video light? Simply slide Canon’s DM-
50 Directional Stereo Microphone or VL-3
Video Light into the accessory shoe; the
camcorder will automatically provide
power and connections. No external
power or cables are required.
Multi-image Screen
Divide your screen into four, nine or
sixteen pictures with the Image Capture
function. You can choose the speed at
which the images are captured: Manual,
Slow, Moderate or Fast.
Special Effects
For a more creative look, you can switch
on the following digital effects during
recording or playback: Art, Black &
White, Sepia, Mosaic, Ball, Cube, Wave,
Color Mask or Mirror.
* In Card mode: Only black and white is available.

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Specifications
Operating System CPU RAM
Windows Windows 98/ 150MHz or better 64MB or more
Windows Me/
Windows 2000
Windows XP 300MHz or better 128MB or more
Macintosh Mac OS 9.0–9.2 PowerPC 20MB or more
Mac OS X (10.1/10.2) PowerPC 128MB or more
Free hard disk space
Windows ZoomBrowser EX 120MB or more
PhotoStitch 40MB or more
Canon Camera TWAIN Driver 25MB or more
Canon Camera WIA Driver 25MB or more
Macintosh ImageBrowser 50MB or more
PhotoStitch 30MB or more
System requirements for supplied software:
DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK (ZR70 MC /ZR65 MC )
Interface: USB: only preinstalled Windows 98/Windows Me/Windows 2000/
Windows XP systems with built-in USB ports, or only systems equipped
with genuine Apple-brand built-in USB interfaces.
DV NETWORK SOLUTION DISK
Interface: IEEE1394: only preinstalled Windows XP Home Edition or
Windows XP Professional systems with built-in IEEE1394 terminal
•To use DV Messenger, it is required that Windows Messenger 4.5 or
higher operates correctly.
•It is required that Windows Messenger operates and the
videoconference function can be used with a digital camcorder . Please
consult Microsoft for details.
•If you are using a router, make sure it is an UPnP (Universal Plug and
Play) compatible router. For details, consult your Internet service
provider, telephone carrier, or refer to the manual of the router.
•We recommend using a broadband Internet connection.
•The communication quality and connectivity depend on the congestion
of the Internet line and service.
•This product does not guarantee a certain communication quality.
CPU 500 MHz or better (800 MHz or better recommended)
RAM 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)
Free Hard AV/C Camera Storage Subunit-WIA Driver 1 MB or more
Disk Space DV Messenger 100 MB or more
Other Windows Messenger Version 4.5 or higher
Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC (Battery), 8.4 V DC (DC IN)
Power consumption Using viewfinder: 2.9 W
Using LCD screen: 3.8 W
Television system EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC
color signal
Video recording system 2 rotary heads, helical scanning system DV
system (Consumer digital VCR SD system)
Digital component recording.
Audio recording system PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48kHz/2ch),
12 bit (32kHz/4ch)
Image sensor 1/6" CCD (charge coupled device) approx.
680,000 pixels (effective pixels:tape: approx.
340,000 pixels, card: approx. 447,000 pixels)
Tape format Videocassettes bearing the (MiniDV) mark
Tape speed SP: 0.74 ips (18.81 mm/s);
LP: 0.49 ips (12.56 mm/s)
Maximum recording time SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min.
(with an 80 min. cassette)
Fast forward/rewind time 2 min. 20 sec. (with a 60 min. cassette)
Lens ZR70 MC : F1.6-3.6, 22x power zoom,
f=2.8-61.6 mm
ZR65 MC : F1.6-3.2, 20x power zoom,
f=2.8-56 mm
ZR60: F1.6-2.9, 18x power zoom,
f=2.8-50.4 mm
Focusing system TTL autofocus, manual focusing possible
Minimum focusing 3.3 ft. (1 m), 0.39 in. (1 cm) on maximum
distance wide angle
Maximum shutter speed 1/2,000 (ZR70 MC /ZR65 MC : 1/250 when using a
memory card)
Minimum illumination 1.6 lx using the Night mode during tape
recording
Recommended More than 100 lx
illumination
Filter diameter 30.5 mm
Viewfinder 0.33 inch, color LCD (approx.113,000 pixels)
LCD screen 2.5 in measured diagonally
(approx. 112,000 pixels)
Microphone Stereo electret condenser microphone
DV terminal input/output Special 4 pin connector
(based on IEEE1394)
Video terminal 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced
S-video terminal 1 Vp-p (Y signal), 0.286 Vp-p (C signal)
Audio terminal Input level: -10 dBV/at least 40 kohms,
unbalanced;
Output level: -10 dBV (47 kohms load), less
than 3 kohms, unbalanced
Operating temperature 32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C)
range
Dimensions 4.1 x 2.3x 5.8 in. (103 x 58 x 147 mm)
Weight ZR70 MC : 1.2 lb (525 g)
ZR65 MC /ZR60: 1.2 lb (520 g)
Availability differs from area to area.
DVM-CL Digital Video
Head Cleaning Cassette
DVM-E60/DVM-E80
Digital Video Cassette
SC-A50
Soft Carrying Case
SC-1000
Soft Carrying Case
Genuine
Leather
VL-10Li
Battery
Video Light
Powerful 10 W
illumination. A BP-900
series battery attaches
directly, so operation is
cable-free.
CG-570 Battery Charger
The battery charger can be used
with the supplied CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter or the optional
CB-570 Car Battery Cable to charge
BP-500 series battery packs.
FS-30.5U Filter Set
Includes neutral density (ND
8) filter and MC protector.
TL-30.5
Tele-converter
Increases focal length by
1.9x. Image resolution may
be lower when the zoom is at
the tele-angle position with
TL-30.5.
WS-20 Wrist
Strap
DM-50
Directional Stereo
Microphone
(ZR70 MC only)
Attaches to the shoe for
cable-free operation.
Picks up shotgun or
shotgun + surrounding
sound. Powered by the
camcorder’s power
source. Wind shields
included.
VL-3
Video Light
(ZR70 MC only)
This 3W light attaches to the shoe for
cable-free operation. Continuous on
and auto on/off settings. Powered by
the camcorder’s power source.
Battery pack Maximum recording time
using viewfinder using LCD screen
BP-508 (single-capacity) 1 hr. 40 min. 1 hr. 15 min.
(ZR65 MC /ZR60: supplied)
BP-512 (single-capacity)
(ZR70 MC : supplied, 3 hr. 2 hr. 20 min.
ZR65 MC /ZR60: optional)
BP-511 (single-capacity) 3 hr. 2 hr. 20 min.
(optional)
BP-522 (double-capacity) 6 hr. 10 min. 4 hr. 55 min.
(optional)
BP-535 (triple-capacity) 9 hr. 50 min. 7 hr. 50 min.
(optional)
WD-30.5
Wide-converter
Gives wide-angle
coverage at 0.7x.
This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories.
When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand
accessories or products bearing the same mark.
Lithium Ion Battery Packs
Extra batteries for use with the camcorders.
Optional Accessories
CB-570 Car
Battery Cable
Use the car battery cable
with the CG-570 Battery
Charger to charge battery packs on
the move. Cannot be used to power
camcorder directly.
• ZR70 MC , ZR65 MC or ZR60
• BP-512 Battery Pack (ZR70 MC )
BP-508 Battery Pack (ZR65 MC /ZR60)
• CA-570 Compact Power Adapter
• WL-D79 Wireless Controller (ZR70 MC /ZR65 MC )
WL-D80 Wireless Controller (ZR60)
• SS-800 Shoulder Strap
• STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
• IFC-300PCU USB Cable (ZR70 MC /ZR65 MC )
• WA-30.5 Wide Attachment (ZR70 MC )
• SDC-8M SD Memory Card (ZR70 MC /ZR65 MC )
• DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK (ZR70 MC /ZR65 MC )
• DV NETWORK SOLUTION DISK
ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only
Recording media SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard
Number Still image: 1024 x 768 pixels,
of recording pixels 640 x 480 pixels
Movie: 320 x 240 pixels (approx. 10 sec.)*,
160 x 120 pixels (approx. 30 sec.)*
*The figures in brackets represent the
maximum length of one movie clip.
File format Design rule for Camera File system (DCF),
Exif 2.2 compliant, Digital Print Order Format
(DPOF) compliant (only images marked for
printing)
Image format Still image: JPEG (compression mode:
Superfine/Fine/Normal)
Movie: Motion JPEG
Estimated SD Memory 1024 x 768: Superfine 14 images/Fine 20
Card SDC-8M capacities* images/Normal 39 images, 640 x 480:
Superfine 35 images/Fine 52 images/
Normal 86 images
*The actual number varies depending on the
images. Sample images recorded on the
supplied SD Memory Card are to be
included in the total number.
USB terminal mini-B (USB 2.0 compliant) THE CANON
ZR70 MC /ZR65 MC /ZR60 KIT