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Important Usage Instructions
r;;l 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
~ INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
COPYRIGHT WARNING:
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gThis 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 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.
Use of shielded cable IS required to comply with class 8limits 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. SA
Tel No. [phone]
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
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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.

In these safety instructions the word "product"
10. Power Sources -The CA-570 Compact [I]
refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder Power Adapter should be operated only
ZR90lZR851ZR80 Aand
all its accessories. from the type
of power source indicated on
1.
Read Instructions -All the safety and the marking label. If you are
not sure of the
type
of power supply to your home, consult
operating instructions should
be read your product dealer or local
power
before the product is operated. company. Regarding
other power sources
2.
Retain Instructions -The safety and such
as battery power, refer to instructions
operating instructions should
be retained
in this manual.
for future reference. 11. Polarization -The CA-570 Compact Power
3.
Heed Warnings -All warnings on the Adapter
is equipped with apolarized 2- -
product and in the operating instructions prong plug
(a plug haVing one blade Wider
§:
should be adhered to. than the other). 0
The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the a.
4. Follow Instructions -All operating and
power outlet only one way. This IS asafety
t:
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maintenance instructions should be feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
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followed. fully into the outlet,
try reversing the plug.
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5.
Cleaning -Unplug this product from the If the plug still fails
to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
wall outlet before cleaning. Do
not use
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product polarized plug.
should
be cleaned only as recommended in
thiS manual. 12. Power Cord Protection -Power cords
6.
Accessories - Do not use accessories not
should be routed so that they are not likely
recommended
in this manual as they may
to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them.
Pay particular
be hazardous. attention
to plugs and the point from
7.
Avoid magnetic or electric fields - Do not
which the cords eXit the product.
use the camera close to TV transmitters,
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Outdoor Antenna Grounding -If an
portable communication devices or other outside antenna
is connected to the
sources
of electric or magnetic radiation. product,
be sure the antenna IS grounded
They may cause picture interference, or
so as to provide some protection against
permanently damage the camera. voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Water and Moisture -Hazard
of electric Section 810
of the National Electrical Code,
shock -Do not
use this product near
ANSI / NFPA No 70-1984, provides
water or In rainy/moist situations. information
with respect to proper
Placing or Moving
~ Do not place on an
grounding of the mast and supporting
9. structure, grounding
of the lead-In wire to
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or
an antenna discharge unit, size of
table. The product may fall, causing serious grounding conductors, location
of antenna
Injury
to achild or adult, and serious discharge unit, connection
to grounding
damage
to the product.
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electrodes, and requirements for the
A
product and cart grounding electrode.
See figure 1.
combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart combination
to
overturn.
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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 a
risk 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.
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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 ram
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 a
qualified 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 a
need
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 V AC power is not used, you will need aspecial plug
adapter. Contact your nearest Canon Service Center
for further information.
Use only CSAlUL Certified power supply cord set, Polarized, Type SPT-2 or
heavier, minimum No. 18 AWG copper, rated 125
or 250 V, minimum ,P A,
minimum 6
ft(1.8 m), maximum 10ft (3 m) long.

Using this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon ZR901ZR851ZR80. Please read this manual
carefully before you
use the camcorder and retain it for future reference.
Change
the display language before you begin (lIl 76).
SMwtb;Q .. liSnnQilJg; .. Befe.',eg'e.5 U;5e;g;}i .. g·.I·bi·5.;D4.al'l:u·g.1
o0 : Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
o • :Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
o OJ : Reference page number.
o Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller
(ZR90IZR85).
o [] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen.
o "Screen" refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
o Please note that the illustrations mainly refer to the ZR90.
Setting the Time Zone!1 Date and Time
Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when
you have replaced the backup battery.
Setting,.the .. Iime,Zon.elDaylight.Saving,Iime .... ,.
Operating modes (see below) I ( _ .... 1 ... --.)
Menu item and its default setting. -----;--1-'( ~~:;' I SYSTEM 1~IT.ZONE/DST'''N.y. I)
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Button and switches to be operated 2. Turn the SET dial to selectlsysTEMJ and press the m% ,
~~ ~l I
3. ;~:ns~ed~:~ dial to select [T.ZONElDsn and press \~~ a
:Function can be used in this mode.
:Function cannot be
used in this mode.
Trademark Acknowledgements
• Canon and Bubble Jet are registered trademarks of Canon Inc.
• Minil).'T is a trademark.
• S~ is atrademark.
•
Windows® is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
•Macintosh and Mac as 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
Important Usage Instructions , "" , ,., ", ", 2
Important Safety Instructions ,", ", "", ", 3
Using this Manual ", , "
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Checking Supplied Accessories
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Components Guide , " , , ", " ,
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Basic Functions
Preparations
Preparing the Power Supply , , 13
Loading/Unloading aCassette ,16
Installing
the Backup Battery , , , 17
Preparing the Camcorder .. , , , " " , "" 18
t4·,.jt,*i:!JUsing the Wireless Controller ,20
Setting
the Time Zone, Date and Time , 21
Recording
Recording Movies on aTape " " " , ,." ,, , " 24
Recording Still Images
on aTape , .. 29
Zooming , , 30
Tips for Making Better Videos 32
Playback
Playing Back aTape 33
Adjusting the Volume 35
Playing
Back on a TV Screen 36
Advanced Functions
Menus and Settings , 39
Recording
Using the Recording Programs 46
Using
the Night Modes , , 49
Skin Detail Function
50
Adjusting the AE Shift 51
Adjusting the Focus Manually .52
Setting
the White Balance 54
Setting the Shutter Speed 56
Using the Self-Timer 58
Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) , 59
Audio Recording 60
Using Digital Effects 62
Playback
Magnifying the Image 69
Displaying the Data Code 70
End Search , 72
.... m.7YLi4J Returning to aPre-marked Position 73
~4·I·ty'*4:EJ Photo Search/Date Search ,74

Other Functions
Customizing the Camcorder 75
Changing the Display Language 76
... ..,.4-1·tY'*4:EI Changing the Remote Sensor Mode 77
Other Camcorder Settings 78
Editing
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device 80
Recording
from Analog 'Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) 82
Recording
from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) 83
Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) 84
H4-1.tY'*4:Ej Replacing Existing Scenes (AV Insert) 86
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Connecting
to a Computer Using aDV (IEEE 1394) Cable 91
... kW·1Yk4:EI Using aMemory Card
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 92
Selecting the Image Quality/Size 93
File Numbers 95
Recording Still Images on a Memory Card 96
Reviewing aStill Image Right
after Recording 100
Recording
Motion JPEG Movies on a Memory Card 101
Selecting the Focusing Point 103
Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist
Mode) 104
Playing Back a
Memory Card 106
Protecting Images 109
Erasing Images 110
Combining Images (Card Mix)
111
Copying Still Images 115
Formatting a
Memory Card 117
Connecting
to a Computer Using a USB Cable 118
Creating aStart-up Image 119
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Printing Still Images 120
Selecting
the Print Settings (Paper/Style) 123
Printing
with Print Order Settings 126
Additional Information
Screen Displays 128
Li st of Messages 131
Maintenance/Others 134
Troubleshooting 140
System Diagram 143
Optional Accessories 144
Specifications 147
Index 149
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Checking Supplied Accessories
Lens Cap and Lens
Cap Cord
CA-570 Compact
Power
Adapter
(inc!. power cord)
Lithium Button
Battery CR1616
STV-250N Stereo
Video Cable
5S-900 Shoulder Strap BP-508 Battery Pack
WL-D82 Wireless
Controller
DIGITAL VIDEO
SOLUTION
DISK
For Windows
For Macintosh
WA-30.5
Wide
Attachment
Two AA (R6) Batteries SDC-8M SD Memory IFC-300PCU USB Cable
Card (containing
isample images)
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The serial number of this product can be found on the underside of the viewfinder.
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: ZR90lZR851ZR80 A
Purchased From: Serial No.:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Phone No.:

Components Guide
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Backup battery
compartment (CD17)
'---- 1"'It:I\IU button (CD39)
r------ OPEN button (CD24)
BAIT. RELEASE button (CD13)
,------- NIGHT MODE button (CD49) /
•(stop)
button (CD33)
r-------- FOCUS button (CD52) /
~/II (play/pause) button (CD33)
dial (CD39)
EFFEm ON/OFF CHARGE indicator (CD13) /
DIGITAL
EFFECTS r~ · i...... ~....................... Card access indicator* (IlJ96)
button (CD65) ~~ DIGITAL EFFECTS
ION/OFF
button (CD65)
~ (self-timer) E) Q~~6~~~RCH
button (lJJ58) I 0/DATAroDE .I AE SHIFT button (CD51) /
DATA CODE ~ END SEARCH button (CD72)
button ([Il70) ~~ CARD MIX button* (CD112) /
CARD MIX/ Q;I / dJI (stitch assist) button* (CD 104) /
~~g~l~~:J/ SLIDE SHOW button* (CD107) /
REC PAUSE button (CD 82)
REC SEARCH + button (CD28)
~ (fast forward) button (CD34) /
CARD +
button* (CD106)
*ZR90/ZR85 only.
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Dioptric a~justment
~ Ilever (CO "8)
~~ Serial number
~ ~ Viewfinder protect
X~ '\ cover (C0135)
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Start/stop button
(CO 24, 101)
Power switch
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.~ OFF
.•••.... -~"" PLAY(VCR)
*ZR90/ZR85 on Iy.
PHOTO button (C029, 96)
Accessory shoe
(CO 145)
Zoom lever
(CO 30)
~~~----1- Cassette compartment (CO 16)
Cassette
compartment
cover (CO 16)

AV terminal ([JJ 36) / __ --J.._
o(phones) terminal
([JJ 35, 61)
*ZR90/ZR85 only.
** ZR90 only.
Bottom view
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([JJ 16)
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CD Zoom buttons (OJ 30)
(g) Select buttons (OJ 39)
®PHOTO button (0J29, 96)
@START/STOP button (OJ 24, 101)
® i:3) SELF T. button (OJ 58)
® D. EFFECTS button, ON/OFF button (OJ 65)
(J) TV SCREEN button (OJ 128)
®DATA CODE button (OJ 70)
® ~/~ buttons (OJ 74)
@SEARCH SELECT button (OJ 74)
@ZERO SET MEMORY button (OJ 73)
@12bit AUDIO OUT button (OJ 89)
@AUDIO DUB. button (OJ 88)
@REC PAUSE button (0J82)
@AV INSERT button (0J86)
®AV -. DV button (OJ 84)
@REMOTE SET button (OJ 77)
@Transmitter
@MENU button (C039)
@SET button (CO 39)
@CARD -1+ buttons (CO 106)
@SLIDE SHOW button (CO 107)
@ REW(3button (CO 33)
@ PLAY~ button (C033)
@FF 8button (CO 34)
@ -I ....... button (CO 34)
@ STOP. button (CO 33)
@ +/II~ button (CO 34)
@PAUSE .. button (CO 34)
@ SLOWI~button (rD34)
® X2 button (C034)

Preparing the Power Supply
CHARGE
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1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.
2. Move the viewfinder upward.
3. 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.
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 BAD. RELEASE button to remove the battery.
Cbarg.ioiQ'iitbei.,.,8a,tte'[}(,i,.,eac:k""i";
1. Connect the power cord to the
adapter.
2. Plug the power cord into apower
outlet.
3. Connect the power adapter to the
camcorder's
DC IN terminal.
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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.
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oTurn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter.
oIf the 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.
oYou 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. The battery pack may
not be charged correctly even if the CHARGE
indicator glows steady. The battery pack may also
not be charged correctly
when a power outage occurs during charging. Remove the battery pack and
attach it back
to the camcorder.
oThe battery pack may be defective when the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly.
oThe CHARGE indicator informs you about the charge status.
0-50%: Flashes once every second
More than
50%: Flashes twice every second
100%: Glows steadily
oCharging, Recording and Playback Times
Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or
playback conditions.
BP-508 BP-512/ BP-514 BP-522 BP-535
BP-511
(Supplied) (Optional) (Optional) (Optional) (Optional)
Charging Time
110min. 120 min. 150 min. 210 min. 310 min.
Max. Recording Viewfinder 125 min. 225 min. 260 min. 455 min. 730 min.
Time
LCD 85 min. 155 min. 180
min. 320 min. 520 min.
Typical Recording
Viewfinder 65 min. 125 min. 145
min. 255 min. 405 min.
Time* LCD 45 min. 85 min. 100
min. 175 min. 280 min.
Playback Time 90 min. 170 min. 195
min. 345 min. 550 min.
*Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming,
power on/off. Actual time may be shorter.

•Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 41 of and 104 of (5 DC
and 40 DC).
• A lithium 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. CJI
•We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3times longer than you
think you
might need.
•
To conserve battery charge, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in
record pause mode.
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I.oading/Unloading a Cassette
Use only videocassettes marked with the MinOtT logo.
1. Slide and hold 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.
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o Do 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.
o Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover.
If the camcorder is connected to apower source, cassettes can be loaded!
unloaded even If the
POWER switch is set to OFF.

Installing the Backup Battery
The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time (OJ 21) and other
camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Power the camcorder from
ahousehold power source when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings.
1. Open the backup battery cover.
2. Insert the lithium battery with the
+side facing outward.
3. Close the cover,
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WARNING!
•The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if
mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212 of (100°C) or
incinerate
the battery.
•Replace
the battery with a CR1616 made by Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell, Sony,
Toshiba, Varta or Renata. Use of other batteries may present arisk of fire or
explosion.
oDo not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools as this will
cause ashort circuit.
oWipe the battery with aclean dry cloth to ensure proper contact.
o Keep the battery out of reach of children If it is swallowed, seek medical
assistance immediately. The battery
case may break and the battery flUids may
damage stomach and intestines.
oDo not disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water to avoid the risk of
explosion.
The backup battery
has alife span of about a year. ~ flashes in red to Inform
you that it needs
to be replaced
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Preparing the Camcorder
AdjustingtbeViewfinderfOiQptricAdjustmentl
1. Turn on the camcorder and keep
the
LCD panel closed.
2. Pull out the viewfinder.
3. Adjust the diopter adjustment
lever.
Atta.(:hing.the ... LensC:ap
1. Attach the cord to the lens cap.
2. Pass the grip belt through the loop
with the metal fitting
on the cord. ~/ i:' ........... _"
Press the buttons on the lens cap when _ ,..
attaching/removing it. Hook the lens cap on
the grip belt while you are recording, and Metal fitting
place it over the
lens when you have
finished.
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Eastening.the ... Grip .... Belt
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 and photo button
with your index
finger, and the start/stop button
with your
thumb.

Atta.cb.in.g .... tbe .... ShQ.ulder .. Stra.p
Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap.
55-900
Shoulder strap
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The WA-30.5 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspective for indoor shots or
panoramic views (O.6x). The wide attachment is for use at maximum wide-angle.
Screw the wide attachment fully into
the
lens filter thread.
o Do not look directly at the sun or other strong light sources through the wide
attachment. It could damage your eyesight.
oIf you zoom to telephoto, the picture will not be in focus.
oThe wide attachment may obstruct the remote sensor (the range of the
wireless controller narrows), or may cause ashadow
to appear on the picture
when recording
with avideo light or the assist lamp (White LED).
oFilters cannot be used with the wide attachment.
oIf dust accumulates on the wide attachment or on the camcorder lens, clean
both
lenses gently with ablower brush.
o Do not touch the lens to avoid smudges and fingerprints.
o Do not store the wide attachment in ahumid place as it may mold.
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