Canon 2075B001, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ... n PUB DIM 810 English Frangais Espafiol Manual me Digital ins ruction e manuel ous au manual de ital Video _ les I aclon ...

Page 2: ...on tile user is encouraged to i_y to correct the interference by oneor more of the following measures Reorientor relocate tile receivblg antenna increasethe separation be_een the equipmentand receiver Connectthe equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from tbat to which the receiver is connected Consulttbe dealer or an experienced radio TVtechnician for help Thecable with lhe ferrite core ...

Page 3: ... cart combination to overturn 10 11 12 13 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 Polarization The CA 570 C...

Page 4: ...s have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally even if you follow the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operation instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its no...

Page 5: ...dit or delete the recordings On the other hand these discs are comparatively cheaper DVD RDL Best for RecordingTime Dual layered discs allow writing up to 80 rnore data approx 2 6 GB on a single recording side However you cannot edit or delete the recordings Dual layered discs have two recording layers The camcorder will record on Layer 1 and then continue to Scene2 J Layer 2 During the playback o...

Page 6: ...ng colors and richly detailed video recordings 1 080 lines Discs recorded in HD quality can be played back only with AVCHD compatible DVD players Do not insert a disc recorded in HD quality into a DVD player that is not compatible with AVCHD specifications as you may not be able to eject the disc 10_ 0 Full HD 1080 refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high definition HD video composed of 1 08...

Page 7: ...cord or play with this camcorder DVD discs that were recorded initialized or finalized with other digital devices can result in damage to the camcorder or in the permanent loss of the recordings Playback on external devices Make sure to finalize discs C_3 68 before you play them back on external DVD devices The disc s type and quality will affect its compatibility with external devices For a summa...

Page 8: ...c in order to play it with an external DVD device _ 68 2 O Adding recordings to a disc already finalized _ 0 3 O 3 0 _ Ll3 71 Editing scenes on a computer 4 _ 97 O O 1 Only scenes in the playlist can be divided 2 Playback cannot be guaranteed with all external DVD devices 3 You will need to unfinalize the disc first 4 With the supplied software you can make copies of your disc play back and edit y...

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Page 10: ...ter Pack 24 Preparing the Accessories and the Wireless Controller 26 Basic Operation of the Oamcorder 26 Power Switch 26 Operating Modes 27 JoysIICK ana JoystiCK Guide 27 Using the Menus 29 First Time Settings 29 Setting the Date and Time 29 Changing the Language 30 Changing the Time Zone 31 Getting Ready to Start Recording 3 Adjusting me Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 32 1setting ana R...

Page 11: ...c 50 Disc Operations Initialization Finalization etc 51 St Image Operations Card Initialization etc 51 Display Setup LCD Brignmess Language etc 52 System Setup Volume BeeD etc 54 Date Time SetL o 55 Additional Functions 55 Cinema Mode and Special Scene Recording Programs 57 p Flexible Recording Changing the Aperture ana Shutter SDeea 58 Mir Video Light 59 Self Timer 59 Manua Focus Adlustmem 60 Man...

Page 12: ... 75 Viewing Photos 76 Magnifying Photos during PlayDacK 77 Erasing Photos 78 Additional Functions 78 Flash 79 Continuous Shooting ana Exposure Bracketing Drive Mode 80 Automatic Focus Priority 8 Light Metering Mode 8 Histogram and Other Screen Displays 82 Capturing a Still Image wn e Recording Movies 83 Capturing a Still Image from the PlayBacK Scene 83 Protecting 3hotos 84 qitializing the Memory ...

Page 13: ...l ADDlication Disc Movie PlaybacWEditing and Various Disc Ooeratlons 97 Transferring Photos Direct Transfer 100 Transfer Orders Additional Information 101 Trouble 10 Troubleshooting 106 List of Messages 110 Do s and Don ts 110 Handling _recautions 113 Maintenance Others 11z_ Using the Camcorder Abroad 116 General Information 116 System Diagram 117 Optional Accessories 120 Product Codes 121 Specifi...

Page 14: ...t the type of disc required etc L_ Reference page number The following terms are used in this manual Screen refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen Scene refers to one movie unit from the point you press the START STOP button to start recording until you press again to pause the recording The terms photo and still image are used interchangeably with the same meaning The photos included in this...

Page 15: ...r CTC IOO S Comoonenl Cable Red Green Blue plugs STY lOB Stereo Video Cable Yellow Red White plugs FC 3OOPCUUSBCable Blank DVD R Dis_ 8 cm Mini DVD Software CD ROIV Software CD ROM and DIGITAL VIDEO User Manual Solution Disk Corel Application Disc Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file 15 ...

Page 16: ...aim such as loss or theft _ Receive information on new products and promotions Upon your request we will 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 ...

Page 17: ...nal L_ 93 USB terminal L_ 97 do_BATT battery release switch _J 23 i1_Serial number _12_ RESET button _ 101 33_CARD access indicator f_ iJ 72 14 Memory card slot open the cover to access _J 34 3b_Disc compartment cover QIJ 32 1_ DC IN terminal Jill 23 _ _Instant AF sensor L_ 48 1_Flash _ 78 _ Mini video light E JJ58 2_ Stereo microphone _ Remote sensor _ 25 Names of buttons and switches other than ...

Page 18: ..._3 35 8 stop button _ 41 PLAYLIST button L_ 65 9_Viewfinder _ 36 _ Dioptric adjustment lever _ 36 _1 _m _ movies still images switch C 26 dg START STOP button L_ 35 _1_Power switch _ 26 _4 Tripod socket C J 25 i_ DISC access indicator EZ 35 CHG charge indicator _ 23 _10OPEN disc cover switch _ 32 JT_Grip belt L _ 24 Mode switch _ 36 _ Zoom lever 1_ 38 _ PHOTO button C J72 21_ Speaker _ 41 Strap mo...

Page 19: ... PREVJNEXT buttons Scene skip EL3 42 Index screen page up down _ 41 Reverse _41 SEARCH button _ 42 Reverse 4 SLOW button L_ 42 PLAY i_ button _ 41 _9_PAUSE button E _ 41 1_ STOP 11 button __ 41 11_ PHOTO button L_ 72 Zoom buttons _ 38 SET button _i Forward SEARCH _ button L _ 42 Forward SLOW button Q3 42 DISR on screen display button _ 44 81 19 ...

Page 20: ...ation _ 6 HD mode High definition VIDEO mode Standard definition VR mode Standard definition DVD RW only Disc type _ _ DVD R DVD R DL _b DVD RW _ 5 J0 _ Instant AF C_ 48 MF Manual focus _ 59 24F progressive frame rate Disc operation Time code Playback time hours minutes seconds Remaining recording time on the disc Recording reminder 1 Image stabilizer _J 49 Wind screen off _ 50 18jRemote sensor of...

Page 21: ...till images available on the memory card Self timer L1 59 _ Remaining battery charge estimate 3g Image stabilizer ZJ 49 AF frame C_J 80 Mini video light LTJ 58 Camcorder shake warning _ 47 Q_ Focus exposure automatically set and locked _ 72 Flash 23 78 _t Image number CZJ 53 Current image Total number of images Histogram _ 81 Image protection mark 23 83 _ Date and time of recording _6 Manual focus...

Page 22: ...in green 6 ormoreimages J3 n yettow I to 5 images Q m red Nomoreimagescanberecordee Whenviewingthe sti images the displaywill alwaysbe ingreen Depending on the recordingconditions the numberof available still imagesdisplayed may not decrease evenaftera recordinghasbeen made or maydecrease by2 stillimagesat once Card access display 1_ is displayed next to the number of images available while the ca...

Page 23: ...the camcorder 2 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder Open the LCD panel Slide in the connector end of the battery pack in the direction of the arrow and press it gently until it clicks DC IN terminal 3 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter 4 Plug the power cord into a power outlet 5 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder s DC IN terminal The CHG charge indicator start...

Page 24: ... camcorder s DC IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical 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 special power sources such as those on aircraft and ships DC AC inverters etc _ _ NOTES The CHG charge ...

Page 25: ...rces or direct sunlight If the wireless controller does not work check that WL REMOTE is not set to _ OFF _ L_ 52 Otherwise replace the battery Whenyoumountthecamcorder ona tripod Do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as it may melt due to concentration of the light by the lens Do not use tripods with fastening screws longer than 5 5 mm 0 2 in Doing so may damage the camcorder Poi...

Page 26: ...e it This action will toggle the operating mode between recording CAMERA red The camcorder s operating mode is determined by the _ switch and the position of the _ Q switch In this 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 Record...

Page 27: ...uide contains multiple pages NEXT and the page number icon v will appear at the bottom position Push the joystick _ toward NEXT to display the next page of the guide Usingthe Menus Many of the camcorder s functions can be adjusted from the menus that open after pressing the FUNC button _ For details about the available menu options and settings refer to the Menu Options Lists L_ 45 Selecting a FUN...

Page 28: ...enu selection screen step 3 5 Select _ Y the desired option and press Q to save the setting 6 Press _ You can press _ to close the menu at any time 1 Press _ 2 Select AT the icon and press _ to open the setup menus You carl also hold _ pressed down for more than 1 second or press _ on the wireless controller to open directly the setup menus screen In mode push the joystick 4_ to select the icon on...

Page 29: ...H TORK_E i_ _qc_ ESPANOL PYCCKH_ _ltt_ _ FRAN_AIS YKPA fHCbKA _ _04 ITALIANO _ _ _1 a _ POLSKI _ _jL_ Default value DISPLAY SETUP LANGUAGE _EHGLIS FUNC _uNc _ X 1 Press _ When the DATE TIME screen appears the year will be displayed in orange and indicated with up down arrows 1 Change AY the year and move l_ to the month 2 Change the rest of the fields month day hour and minutes in the same way 3 M...

Page 30: ...ect Ay DATE rlME SETUP and press sE_ 4 Select Y T ZONE DST and press 1_ The default setting is New York TO SET THEHOME TIMEZONE 5 Make sure that the _ time zone is selected 6 Select _ the area that corresponds to your local time zone and press sE_ To adjust for daylight saving time select the area name marked with a 7 Press _ to close the menu WHENYOUTRAVEL Select the time zone to match the local ...

Page 31: ...About the LCD and viewfinder screen The screens are produced using extremely high precision manufacturing techniques with more than 99 99 of the pixels operating to specification Less than 0 01 of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black red blue or green dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction LCD Backlight You can set the brightness of th...

Page 32: ...er 3 Insert the disc and press its center firmly until it clicks in place Insert the disc with the recording side facing down single sided discs label side facing out Be careful not to touch the recording surface of the disc or the pick up lens 4 Close the disc cover Do not force the cover closed if the disc is not correctly inserted and firmly set in place _ NOTES The process of recognizing a dis...

Page 33: ...ximately one minute Avoid moving the camcorder while the operation is in progress You can start recording movies once the record pause indicator appears Removing the Disc 1 Slide _ fully in the direction of the arrow and gently open the disc cover completely until it stops Do not subject the camcorder to strong impacts while the DISC access indicator is on or flashing Retract the grip belt under t...

Page 34: ...can cause a malfunction of the camcorder _ NOTES Compatibility with all miniSD cards cannot be guaranteed 1 Turn off the camcorder 2 Open the LCD panel 3 Pull out the memory card slot cover 4 Insert the memory card straight with the miniSD label facing up all the way into the memory card slot until it clicks 5 Close the cover Do not force the cover closed if the memory card is not correctly insert...

Page 35: ...cording starts press again to pause the recording You can also press START STOP_ on the LCD panel WHENYOUHAVE FINISHED RECORDING 1 Make sure that the DISC access indicator is off 2 Turn off the camcorder 3 Close the LCD panel 4 Remove the disc IMPORTANT When recording movies try to get a calm stable picture Excessive camcorder rnovernent while shooting and extensive use of fast zooms and panning c...

Page 36: ...en In such case change the brightness of the LCD screen L_ 31 or use the viewfinder instead To use the viewfinder keep the LCD Pane Adjust the viewfinder as necessary with the dioptric adjustment lever Hold _ pressed down for more than 2 seconds to change the brightness of the viewfinder The LCD screen and the viewfinder can be used simultaneously only when the LCD panel is turned 80 degrees to fa...

Page 37: ...2 Select _V the recording mode icon 3 Select _ the desired recording mode 4 Press _ again to save the setting and close the menu _ NOTES Recording in LP mode gives you a longer recording time however depending on the condition of the disc long usage imperfections etc the picture and sound recorded in LP mode may be distorted We recommend using XP orXP mode for important recordings The camcorder us...

Page 38: ...ch to wide 16 9 mode Otherwise change the aspect ratio of the TV manually To play back on a TV with normal aspect ratio 4 3 change the TV TYPE setting accordingly _ 53 L L3 26 In addition to the optical zoom the digital zoom is also available LD 47 W Zoom out T Zoom in 10x Optical Zoom Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out wide angle Move it toward T to zoom in telephoto You can also change the...

Page 39: ... 1 second the camcorder is ready in record pause mode _ _ NOTES When you wake up the camcorder from standby mode the following settings will be changed automatically Manual focus returns to automatic focus AF Manual exposure adjustment returns to automatic exposure Zoom position returns to full wide angle W The camcorder will shut off if left in standby mode for 10 minutes regardless of the POWER ...

Page 40: ...rd NEXT to display it The camcorder plays backthe last scene but without sound and returns to record pause mode Deletinga SceneRightAfter Recording It _ POtNTS TOCHECK I Disc type DVD RW Immediately after recording a scene 1 Review the scene as described in the previous section 2 While reviewing the scene select 41_ and press _ 3 Select 4_ YES and press 1_ NOTES Avoid any other operations on the c...

Page 41: ... playback will start from the scene selected and continue until the end of the last scene recorded DURING PLAYBACK 5 Press _ again to pause the playback 6 Press _ to stop the playback and return to the scene index screen Depending on the recording conditions you may notice brief stops in video or sound playback between scenes Be sure to finalize discs to play them back on external DVD devices _J 6...

Page 42: ...rease rne playback speeu 5x 15x the normal sheen or_ _ ot Press again to increase TneplayBaCKspeeu 1 8 _ 1 4 the norma saeea Skip to the beginning ol Push the JoysncK me nexTscene F Normal playnacK me current scene 41 me orevlous scene _ twice _ twice Return to normal playoacK Special playoacK _ Dunng some special playoacK moaes you may notice some anomalies blocky video artifacts banding etc in m...

Page 43: ... scene FUNC FUNC f_ _ _ _ 27 _ _ _ FUNCi _ _ DELETE J YES J Deleting All Scenes _ P0tNTSTO CHECK L_326 Disc type _ DVD RW Disc quality HD or SD VR mode only To delete all the scenes from the original index screen perform the following procedure This will delete also the whole playlist If you want to delete only the playlist without affecting the original recordings press first and then continue as...

Page 44: ... indicator is on or flashing On Screen Displays DataCode The camcorder keeps a data code containing the date and time and other camera data shutter speed aperture etc registered at the time of recording You can select the data to be displayed Turning theOn Screen Displays On Off Repeatedly press _ to turn the on screen displays on off in the following sequence All displays on All displays oll 1 Al...

Page 45: ...RTS NIGHT _ ISNOW BEACH SUNSET _JSPOTLIGHT FIREWORKS mode only Lightmeteringmode _ 81 Mode switch P Es3 EVALUATIVE E3 CENT WEIGHT AVERAGE Eo3 SPOT LWhitebalance J _ 61 Mode switch P AWB AUTO _ DAYLIGHT SHADE _11 CLOUDY _ TUNGSTEN _ FLUORESCENT _ FLUORESCENT H SET Llmage effect J _ _ 62 Mode switch P 5 _FIMAGEEFFECT OFF 4_ VIVID 4_ NEUTRAL ets LOW SHARPENING do SOFT SKIN DETAIL 4_c CUSTOM LDigital ...

Page 46: ...laylist This option is available only from the original index screen Still image simultaneous L _ 82 LMOVE recording Size When recording scenes with a 16 9 aspect ratio HD quality or SD quality with WlDESCREEN set to f_ ON _l STILL I REC OFF LW 1920xl 080 SW 848x480 When recording scenes with a 4 3 aspect ratio SD quality with WlDESCREEN set to _ OFF _ STILL I REC OFF M 1440xl OSO S 640x480 Qualit...

Page 47: ...image selection screen From that screen you can continue to select the still images you want to mark with a transfer order CAMERASETUP LA SLS DTrER J Mode switch AUTO or P only in the P PROGRAM AE recording program _f_ ON _i_ OFF The camcorder automatically uses slow shutter speeds to obtain brighter recordings in places with insufficient lighting Aslow as1 30 with E _ 24FPROGR Aslow as1 12 framer...

Page 48: ... 3 is the fastest and _SPEED 1 the slowest LAF MODE I _ INSTANT AF 1 _9 NORMAL AF Select how fast the autofocus will operate With _ INSTANT AF the autofocus adjusts quickly to a new subject This is convenient for example when changing the focus from a near subject to a far subject in the background or when recording fast moving subjects When the optional Wide converter or Tele converter is attache...

Page 49: ...is frame rate will give your recordings a cinematic look When combined with the _E_ CINE MODE recording program L_ 55 the cinematic look will be enhanced This frame rate is different from the 24F mode featured in Canon HDV camcorders AFASTLAMP _78 Mode switch P _7 30N AiAF 1_1 ON CENTER _ _ OFF LR EW J dOFF _ 2 sec _ 4 sec _ 6 sec _ 8 sec _ 10 sec Selects the time to display a still image after it...

Page 50: ... where you can verify the details regarding the disc The disc information includes the disc title the disc type DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW the disc quality specification HD VIDEO or VR mode and icons that indicate if the disc is finalized and or protected re_ Disc type HD SD CANCEL After selecting SD VIDEO VR CANCEL LFINALIZE J Q3 68 NO YES LUNFINALIZE J L_371 Disc type _ finalized Disc quality HD o...

Page 51: ...screen does not affect the brightness of your recordings that of the playback image on a TV or that of the viewfinder LTV SCREEN J _ 1 ON _1_J OFF When set to l_ ON the camcorder s on screen displays will appear also on the screen of a TV or monitor connected using the STV 100 Stereo Video Cable LDATA CODE J _J 44 NO YES CARDINITIALIZE _ 84 INITIALIZE COMPL INIT CANCEL r_DATE TIME _ DATE TIME _ CA...

Page 52: ... is powered with the compact power adapter if you leave it turned on without loading a disc for more than 5 minutes To cancel the demo mode once it star_ed press any button turn off the camcorder or load a disc SYSTEMSETUP I REMO E J _ON _OFF _ Allows the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller LVOLUME J Adjust _1_ the volume of the playback You can also adjust the volume referring t...

Page 53: ...ory card C_I CONTINUOUS Image numbers will continue from the number following that of the last image recorded with the camcorder If the memory card you insert already contains an image with a larger number a new image will be assigned a number one higher than that of the last image on the memory card We recommend using the 1_3 CONTINUOUS setting L I VTYPE J E_ NORMALTV _ WIDETV In order to display...

Page 54: ...fication when 1080i is not supported by the TV This setting will be unavailable while the camcorder is connected to an external device using an HDMI cable HDMI STATUS I LT ZONE DST J _ 3o LDATE TIME J _ 29 L ATE EURMAT J Y M D 2007 1 1 AM 12 00 M D Y JAN 1 2007 12 00 AM D M Y 1 JAN 2007 12 00 AM Changes the date format for on screen displays and for date printing You can verify the specification o...

Page 55: ... _ _ _ Recording C n of the currentlYProgramSelected 4_ FONC I _1 _ CINE MODE I Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as selecting a Special Scene recording program For details about the available options refer to the sidebar on page 56 _ POINTS TO CHECK I Mode switch P FUNC _UNC _ X _ ...

Page 56: ...The picture may not appear smooth during playback _ PORTRAIT The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in T _e_SEACH Use this mode to recora on a sunny 3each It prevents the subject from being unaerexposed _SUNSET Use this mode to recora sunsets in vibrant colors l_ SPOTLIGHT Use this mode to recora sDotllt scenes _FIREWORKS s mode to _ NIGHT Moving subjects may leave a trailin...

Page 57: ...ning to get a wider depth of field giving a sharp focus all throughout a landscape I Mode switch P Options Default value The camcorder automaticallyadjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposurefor the subject Set the shutter speed value The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value Setthe aperture value Thecamcorder automatically setsthe appropriate shutte...

Page 58: ...tter speed is not appropriate for the recording conditions In such case select a different value Do not move the mode switch to AUTO during the actual recording of a scene the brightness of the picture may change abruptly _ SHUqq ER PRIO AE If you use a slow shutter speed in dark places you can obtain a brighter image but the image quality may be lower and the autofocus may not work well The image...

Page 59: ...record the still image after a 10 second countdown The countdown appears on the screen 2 seconds when using the wireless controller _ _ _ NOTES Once the countdown has begun you can press _ when recording movies press _ fully when recording still images or turn off the camcorder to cancel the self timer EZ326 FUNC Fu_c _ _ _ _28 _ _ MENU 4_ CAMERA SETUP SELF TIMER appears In record pause mode press...

Page 60: ... Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen press Q to display it 2 Keep the joystick pushed A toward FOCUS for more than 2 seconds co appears Pushing the joystick A toward FOCUS again will return the camcorder to autofocus If you operate ...

Page 61: ...nce The white balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that white objects will always look truly white in your recordings L L 26 Mode switch P except for the Special Scene recording programs Options Default value Settingsareautomatically setbythe camcorder Usethis settingforoutdoorscenes AY i Forrecordingoutdoors on a brightday Forrecordingin...

Page 62: ... light source _ may keep flashing The result will still be better than with AWB AUTO Custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases Changing lighting conditions Close ups Subjects in a single color sky sea or forest Under mercury lamps and certain types of fluorescent lights Depending on the type of fluorescent light optimal color balance may not be obtained with _ FLUORESC...

Page 63: ...e instead with the following procedure To SETTHECUSTOM IMAGE EFFECT 1 Press Q and select j Y the custom setting options 2 Adjust 4_ each setting as desired and then press _ _ 3 Press _ to save the setting and close the menu DigitalEffects _ POINTSTO CHECK Mode switch P 8 BLK WHT _ SEPIA only Options Default value Select this setting when you do not intend to use the digital effects Selectoneof the...

Page 64: ...ck A toward _ If _ does not appear on the joystick guide repeatedly push the joystick V toward NEXT to display it The icon of the selected effect turns green Push the joystick A toward _1 again to deactivate the fader effect To FADE I Push the joystick A toward _ in record pause mode then press to star_ recording with a fade in Push the joystick A toward _ while recording O then press to fade out ...

Page 65: ...y the selected scene I Disc type DVD RW Disc quality HD or SD VR mode only From the original index screen select AY _ the scene to add to the playlist To add all scenes there is no need to select any particular scene FUNC _UNC _ _A _ _Oi_ _ I _ ADD TO PLAYLIST I Desired option I YES When the operation is completed ADDED TO PLAYOST will be displayed To delete scenes from the playlist refer to Delet...

Page 66: ...ct the scene FUNC _ONC _sA _ _ 27 cb _ __ oL DIVIDE J Playback of the scene begins 4_ DIVIDE J 4_ Press 1_ at the point where you want to divide the scene 4_ L J Youcan use the following icons and the special playback modes _ 42 to bring the scene to a precise point 144 t_1 Skip to the beginning end of the current scene _11 11 Frame jump forward backward The frame jump for SD quality scenes will b...

Page 67: ...rder to change the video quality HD SD or the disc specification VlDEO VR mode Disc type _ DVD RW Disc quality HD or SD Disc specifications only after selecting SD quality VIDEO or VR For a detailed explanation refer to Decide what image quality you want to o MENU 4 DISC OPERATIONS 4 DISC INITIALIZE 4 Select the Disc Quality SD Hg 4 Select a Disc I Spec f cat onjI 4 4 _0_ YES Close the menu only a...

Page 68: ...uality VR mode Finalizingthe Disc To play the disc you recorded on a DVD player a computer s DVD drive or other digital device you need to finalize it first You do not need to finalize the disc to play back your recordings with the camcorder connected to the TV _F_ _MPORTANT Be sure to finalize the disc in normal room temperatures If the procedure was not completed correctly due to high temperatur...

Page 69: ...e on the disc I Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter FUNC _uNc _ _ _ 28 7 F_ _ _ MENU 5 DISO OPERATIONS 5 FINALIZE 5 _1 _ YES Only when using a DVD RW recorded in HD quality or in SD quality VR mode Otherwise pressing _ will open the menu directly on the setup menus screen During the disc finalization a progress bar is displayed Close the menu only after the screen display returns t...

Page 70: ...tware O llVIPORTANT Discs recorded in HD quality can be played back only with AVCHD compatible DVD players Do not insert a disc recorded in HD quality into a DVD player that is not compatible with AVCHD specifications as you may not be able to eject the disc Compatibility of Externa Devices The type of disc used and the disc quality and specifications selected when recording it will determine the ...

Page 71: ...ble surface before starting the procedure Subjecting the camcorder even to slight impacts for example to place it on a table or to disconnect a cable after the unfinalization process started may result in permanent data loss Only discs that were finalized using this camcorder can be unfinalized with it DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW HD quality DVD RW SD quality VIDEOmode DVD RW Youcan recordadditional SD q...

Page 72: ...recorded immediately 4 Press _ fully The CARD access indicator will flash as the still image is being recorded IMPORTANT Avoid the following actions while the card access display _ q appears on screen and when the CARD access indicator is on or flashing Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts Do not open the memory card slot c...

Page 73: ...y selected F_NC _ image Quality Size 1 Desired image size J Press _0_ Desired image quality J The number displayed on the right corner indicates the approximate number of images that can be recorded with the current quality size setting Approxirnatenumber of stil imageson a memocy card mage_at Image31ze LW1920x1080 20 30 L 2048x1536 10 20 M 1440x1080 25 40 SW848x480 105 15 _ _ _ _ A _ d 60 90 135 ...

Page 74: ... card under 100 When printing still images use the following guidelines as a reference for selecting the tint size L 2048x1536 To print photos up to A4 You can erase the still image recorded last while reviewing it within the time set for the REVIEW option or immediately after recording it if REVIEW is set to _ OFF _ POINTSTO CHECK size i While reviewing the image immediately M 1440xl 080 To print...

Page 75: ...on You can locate a specific image without having to browse all of them one by one IITORUNTHROUGHTHESTILLIMAGES Push the joystick _lb and hold it pressed down to run quickly through the still images ToSKIP 10 OR 100 STILL IMAGES 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen press Q to display it 2 Push the joystick j toward _D C JUMP 10 TMAGES 3 Select AY _o JUMP 10 IMAGES or _oo JUMP 100 IMAG...

Page 76: ...ss _ 2 Select iV _ SLIDESHOW and press Q 3 Select 4_ START and press Images are played back one after another Press to stop the slideshow Index Screen 1 Move the zoom lever toward W The still images index screen appears 2 Select AV _ll_ an image Move the green selection frame to the image you want to view If you have a lot of still images you may find it easier to browse entire index pages instead...

Page 77: ...erase still images recorded on the memory card Erasing a SingleImage 26 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen press _ to display it 2 Push the joystick Y toward 1 3 Select 4_ ERASE and press Erasing All Images The following procedure will erase all the non protected still images from the memory card all images except those with the _ mark _ POtNTS TO ONEOK FUNC Fu_c 4_ _ _ 28 _ ED 26 _...

Page 78: ...The display _A disappears after 4 seconds 3 Press _ first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully to record the still image _ _ NOTES The practical range of the flash is approx 1 to 2 m 3 3 to 6 6 ft The range depends on the recording conditions The range of the flash decreases in continuous shooting mode For red eye reduction to be effective the subject needs to look at the assist lamp T...

Page 79: ...ure you like the best I Mode switch P except for the FIREWORKS recording program Options Default value Captures a series of still images as long as you hold _ pressed down For the nunlber of frames per second refer to the sidebar on page 79 raoin The camcorder records a still image in three different exposures dark normal light in 1 2 EV steps allowing you to choose the shot you like the best o oN...

Page 80: ...AUTO The focus priority cannot be turned off Mode switch at P You can turn off the focus priority and you can also select the AF autofocus frame to be used Options Default value Depending on the shooting conditions oneor moreAFframesoutof the nineframes available areautomatically selectedandthe focusisfixedon them In this mode a singlefocusingframeappears in thecenterofthe screenandthe focusis aut...

Page 81: ...esubjectinthe center Metersonlythe areawithinthe spotAEpoint frame Use this settingto adjusttheexposure to matchthe subjectinthe centerof thescreen FUNC FUNC _ _ _ _ 27 _ _ __ When viewing still images you can display the histogram and the icons of all the functions used at the time of recording Use the histogram as a reference to verify the correct exposure of the still image The area to the righ...

Page 82: ...e on the disc 72 3ii i ii iiiii i 2 Select the size and quality of the still image in record pause mode Default value o STILLI RECOFF _ _ 27 ___ I Icon of the currently selected _ Still image Simultaneous Record ng opt on 4 I Desired image size 6 Press _ 62 FUNC I Desired image quality The number displayed on the right corner indicates the approximate number of images that can be recorded with the...

Page 83: ...corded with the current quality setting To CAPTURE THESTILL IMAGE 1 Start playback of the desired scene 2 Pause the playback at the point you want to capture 3 Press _ fully _ _ NOTES The data code of the still image will reflect the date and time of recording of the original scene The still image cannot be captured on the memory card if TV TYPE is set to _ NORMAL TV Set it to _ WIDE TV instead Q3...

Page 84: ...rded still images even the protected ones InitializingtheMemoryCard Initialize memory cards when you use them with this camcorder for the first time or to erase all the still images on them Options Clears the file allocation table but does not physically erase the stored data Erases all data completely ji 26 _ 28 IFUNC _1 MENU I I STILL IMG OPER I 4 I OARD INITIALIZE I Select the Card Initializati...

Page 85: ...us CL359 Manualexposureadjustment _ 601 White balance LD 61 imageeffects _j 62 Digital effects L_J63 The camcorder can be connected to any PictBridge compatible printer You can mark in advance the still images you want to print and set the desired number of copies as a print order 033 90 Pictgridge Canon printers SELPHY printers of the CP DS and ES series and PIXMA printers marked with the PictBri...

Page 86: ...rders Erasing all print orders _ _ NOTES _ will appear for images that cannot be printed We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter Refer also to the printer s instruction manual Printing with the r_ _ Print Share Button You can print a still image without changing the settings simply by pressing _ 1 Select _l_ the still image you wish to print 2 Press _ Printing starts Th...

Page 87: ... to achieve higher quality prints Select ON OFF or DEFAULT Canon PIXMA SELPHY DSprinters You can also select VIVID NR and VIVlD NR Select 1 99 copies _ NOTES Print setting options and DEFAULT settings vary depending on the printer model For details refer to the printer s instruction manual PrintingMultipleImagesonthe sameSheet 2 UP 4 UP etc When using Canon printers you can print the same still im...

Page 88: ...ng an error message appears ZJ108 Carton s PictBridge compatible printers Resolve the error When printing does not resume automatically select CONTINUE and press _ If CONTINUE cannot be selected select STOP press _ and retry printing Refer also to the printer s instruction manual for details If the error still persists and printing does not restart disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcord...

Page 89: ...ame and toward W to it Press _ to enlarge change the orientation of the frame por_rait lan dscape To cancel the trimming settings move the zoom lever toward W until the trimming frame disappears 3 Move AT 4b the trimming frame 4 Press _ to return to the print menu From the print settings menu select PRINT and press _ to print the area selected with the trimming frame L _ NOTES The trimming frame w...

Page 90: ...s in orange in the box next to the print order symbol _ 3 Set AY the number of copies desired and press _ To cancel the print order set AV the number of copies to 0 4 Repeat steps 1 3 to mark additional images with print orders or press _ twice to close the menu PrintingtheStill ImagesMarkedwith Print Orders _ _ PRINT J FUNC FUNC _ _ _ 1 Connect the camcorder to the printer using the supplied USB ...

Page 91: ...e print settings menu select RESUME and press _ The remaining images will be printed Printing cannot be restarted when the print order settings have been changed or if you deleted a still image with print order settings in case the print order was interrupted after the first still image this menu option will appear as PRINT instead Erasing All PrintOrders I _ 26 FUNC _uNc _ _ _ 28 _ FoNo i oL_MENU...

Page 92: ...hen youuseconnection type do notforgetthe audio connections usingtheAVOUT terminal 2 HDMIOUT Terminal TheHDM OUT terminaloffersa hign quatlty alglfa connecBon marcommnesaualoariavlaeom a single convenlen cable useonly HDMI cablesmarKea wlrn IRe H_ml logo 3 AVOUT Terminal Soundfromthe built inspeaKer wtltDemuteuWhite theSTV 100 StereoVideoCableisconnecrea to rne camcoraer When connecting a cable to...

Page 93: ...r uonnectea uevme Output connection signal flow _ to an HDTVwith component video input terminals Bed __ OM_O_ Blue supplied Green m4 l_ _ll_l White _T_ R STV IO0 Stereo Video Cable supplied _1 Red Output connection signal flow _ to an HDTVwith an HDMI terminal HDMI OUT HDMIcable commercially available 93 ...

Page 94: ...aking the connections TV TYPE to match the output video to the aspect ratio of the connected TV _ 53 COMROUTJ to select the output video specifications when using connection type L_ 54 Connecting Connect the camcorder to the TV following one of the connection diagrams shown in the previous section Connection Diagrams _ 93 Playback 1 Turn on the camcorder and the connected TV or VCR On a TV Select ...

Page 95: ...single cable for both video and audio When you connect the camcorder to an HDTV ec Jipped with an HDMI terminat you can enjoy video and audio playback at the highest quality The HDMI OUT terminal on the camcorder isfor output only Do not connect ttto an HDMI output terminal on an external dewce as this may aamage the camcoreer The HDMI connection _ recogntze automatically the hignesi resolution su...

Page 96: ...scene 3 This camcorder Resume the movie playback 4 Connected device Begin recording when the scene you wish to copy appears Stop recording when copying is complete 5 This camcorder Stop playback _ NOTES We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter By default the on screen displays will be embedded in the output video signal but you can change the displays by repeatedly press...

Page 97: ...ousDisc Operations The supplied CD R M Corel Application Disc includes software that will allow you to play back movies SD or HD quality transfer movies to a computer and easily edit them make copies of your disc or create author new personalized discs and more For further details refer to the Corel Application Disc Installation Guide and User Manual TransferringPhotos DirectTransfer With the supp...

Page 98: ...t subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card Do not disconnect the USB cable Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer Do not change the position of the _ _ switch or the operating mode Operation may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications settings of your computer If you wish to use...

Page 99: ...ect AY a transfer option and press _ The G N button will flash while the images are being transferred The camcorder returns to the transfer menu once the transfer is complete To cancel the transfer select _11_ CANCEL and press _ or press MANUAL TRANSFER OPTIONS When you select E SELECT TRANSFER or _ WALLPAPER I Select AV a transfer option and press _ 2 Select 4_ the image you want to transfer and ...

Page 100: ...ll Images to Transfer Transfer Order Do not connect the USB cable to the camcorder while setting the transfer orders 26 o o uNc c o FU_C _ _ TRANSFER ORDER 8 Press 0 _E The image selection screen appears FROMTHE IMAGE SELECTION SCREEN 1 Select _ the still image you want to mark with a transfer order 2 Press 0 to set the transfer order A checkmark appears in the box next to the transfer order symbo...

Page 101: ...tery pack in temperatures between O C and 40 C 32 P and 104 P Battery packs become hot with use and may not charge When the battery pack is outside the charging temperature range the Crib charge indicator will flash irregularly The charging will start once the battery pack temperature is below 40 C 104 P The battery pack is damaged Use a different battery pack iiiiiliiiiii i 23 Recording Playback ...

Page 102: ...ectly loaded Check the disc Verify that the camcorder supports the type of DVDdisc you inserted The camcorder vibrates Depending on the condition of the disc the camcorder might vibrate occasionally This is not a malfunction The disc s rotation can be faintly The disc is activated from time to time This is not a malfunction heard Occasionallythe operation sound can be heard After using the camcord...

Page 103: ... off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use Camcorder will not focus Autofocus does not work on the subject Focus manually 59 Adjust the viewfinder with the dioptric adjustment lever 36 Lens is dirty Clean the lens with a soft lens cleaning cloth Never use 113 tissue paper to clean the lens Sound is distorted When recording near loud sounds such as fireworks or concerts sound may b...

Page 104: ...e Remove the disc protection 66 Cannot edit or delete scenes Remove the disc protection 66 You cannot edit or delete scenes on a disc that was protected using another digital device Scenes cannot be deleted in a DVD R DVD R DL disc or a DVD RW disc recorded in SD quality VIDEO mode Unfinalize the disc DVD RW in HD quality 71 Cannot finalize the disc The camcorder has exceeded its operational tempe...

Page 105: ...rdings to the disc with the DVD recorder on a disc recorded with this camcorder device When writing on a disc in this The camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature Turn off the camcorder recordings transferred camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use from a computer an error message appears 111 68 Memory Card Operation Memory card cannot be inserted Memory card was not facing th...

Page 106: ...rting it or if the remaining battery charge is too low You inserted a type of disc not supported by this camcorder The disc may not be recognized by this can corder if it was initialized or recorded using a different device You inserted a disc recorded in a different television system PAL or SECAM The camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature Disconnect the compact power adapter and remov...

Page 107: ...disc protection Disc could not be read Try cleaning it or replace the disc This message can also appear if condensation has formed Wait until the camcorder dries completely before resuming use This message can also appear if the camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature Turn off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use The disc may not be loaded correctly Try removing the di...

Page 108: ... images to free some space or replace the 77 memory card THE CAMCOROER IS SETTO STILL You pressed _ while recording still images _ mode IMAGE MODE NAMING ERROR The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value Set the FILE NOS option to RESET and erase all the images on the memory card or initialize it TRANSFER ORDERERROR You attempted to set more than 998 transfer orders Reduce the num...

Page 109: ...manual and contact the appropriate customer support center or service centeE PRINT ERROR Cancel printing disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer After a while turn the printer back on and reconnect the USBcable Check the printer status When you are printing using the _ _ button check the print settings HARDWAREERROR Cancel printing Turn off the printer and turn it back on Check the print...

Page 110: ...rder is not waterproof avoid also water mud or salt If any of the above should get into the camcorder it may damage the camcorder and or the lens Be sure to close the disc compartment cover after use Be careful of heat generated by lighting equipment Do not disassemble the camcorder If the camcorder does not function BatteryPack DANGER Treat the battery pack with care Keep it away from fire or it ...

Page 111: ...ng shocks Do not attach any labels or stickers on the disc surfaces The disc may not rotate in a stable manner and this may cause malfunctions Keep the disc clean of dust dir_ or smudges Even very small smudges or particles of dust can lead to problems when recording or playing back the disc Carefully inspect the recording surface of the disc before inserting it in the camcorder If the disc gets d...

Page 112: ...table is altered and the data itself is not actually deleted Take the necessary precautions when you dispose of the memory card for example by physically damaging it to prevent the leakage of private data WARNING The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled Do not recharge disassemble heat above 100 C 212 F or incinerate the battery Replace the battery w...

Page 113: ...time store it in a place free of dust in low humidity and at temperatures not higher than 30 C 86 F Cleaning Camcorder Body Use a soft dry cloth to clean the camcorder body Never use chemically treated cloths or volatile solvents such as paint thinner Pick Up Lens Remove any dust or dirt particles using a non aerosol type blower brush Never touch the pick up lens directly to clean it Lens Viewfind...

Page 114: ...efore removing it from the bag WHENCONDENSATION IS DETECTED The camcorder automatically shuts off If a disc is loaded remove the disc immediately and leave the disc cover open Leaving the disc in the camcorder may damage it A disc cannot be loaded when condensation is detected RESUMING USE The precise time required for water droplets to evaporate will vary depending on the location and weather con...

Page 115: ...ce are trademarks orregistered trademarks STEREO CREATOR of HDMILicensing LLC CoreLthe Cord logo Ulead the Ulead logo Nlead DVDMovieFactory InterVideo lhe InterVideologo WinDVD are trademarks or registered trademarks of Corel Corporation and or its subsidiaries Other names and products not mentionedabove may be trademarks or registered l_ademarks of their respective companies ANYUSEOFTHISPRODUCT O...

Page 116: ...e_ Charger _ BP 208 BP 214 BP 218 Battery Pack jii i _ CA _Z0Compact _ Power Adapter STV 100 Stereo Video Cable VCR DVD recorder DTC 100 D Terminal Cable _ w Dw CTC 100 Component Cable HDMI Cable FC_OO_CO USB Cable PictBridge compatible printers SC 2000 Soft Carrying Case miniSD card adapter Computer Mini DVD disc DVD R DVD RW DVD R DL Compatible DVD devices 116 ...

Page 117: ...e and or explosion of a battery pack Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non genuine Canon accessories although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs select one of the following models BP 208 BP 214 or BP 218 C6 300 Battery Charger Use the battery charger to charge the battery packs ...

Page 118: ...5 min Recording XP 30 min 30 min 60 rain 55 rain 75 rain 75 min Time SP 35 mJn 30 mJn 60 nlin 60 rain 75 nlin 75 min LP 35 min 35 min 60 rain 60 rain 75 rain 75 min Playback XP 75 min 135rain 170 rain Time XP 80 min 150rain 180 rain SP 90 min 150min 195 rain LP 90 min 160min 205 rain StandardDefinition Maximum XP 65 mJn 65 mJn 115mJn 110 rain 150rain 140 mJR Recording SP 70 min 70 min 125min 125 r...

Page 119: ...when you record with flash or assist lamp WD H37C Wide converter This lens decreases focal length by a factor of 0 7 giving you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views When the Wide converter is attached a shadow may appear in the picture when you record with flash or assist lamp FS H37U Filter Set Neutral density and MC protector filters help you to control difficult lighting condi...

Page 120: ...ucts bearing the same mark ProductCodes Provided Accessories CA 570 Compact Power Adapter BP 214 Battery Pack WL D86 Wireless Controller STV 100 Stereo Video Cable IFC 300PCU USB Cable Optional Accessories BP 208 Battery Pack BP 218 Battery Pack CG 300 Battery Charger TL H37 Tele conver_er WD H37C Wide converter FS H37U Filter Set WS 20 Wrist Strap SC 2000 Soft Carrying Case 8468A002AA 2068B002AA ...

Page 121: ...d dual layered 0 cm mini DVDdisc XP 27 rain XP 36 rain SP 45 rain LP 60 inin XP 36 rain SP 54 rain LP 108 mill All times given are approximate figures Image Sensor 1 2 7 inch CMOS approx 2 960 000 pixels Effective pi eis Movies 16 0 approx 2 070 000 Movies 4 3 approx 1 550 000 Still images LW approx 2 070 000 Still images L M S approx 2 760 000 LCD Screen 27 in wide TFT color apprnx 211 000 pixels...

Page 122: ...1920 x 1080 848 x 480 pixels Movies 4 3 1440 x 1080 640 400 pi els File Format Designrule t_r Camera File system DCF Exit 22 compliant_ DPOFcompliant Image Compression Method JPEO compression SuperFble Fble Normal 2 This camcorder has been tested with miniSD cards up h 2 GB Performance cannot beguaranteed for all miniSD cards s This camcorder supports Exit 2 2 also called Exit Print ExitPrint is a...

Page 123: ...CA 570CompactPower Adapter Power supply 1O0 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Rated output consumption 8 4 V DC 1 5 A 20 VA 1O0 V_ 30 VA 240 V Operating temperature 0 40 C 32 104 F Dimensions 52 x 29 x 90 mm 2 1 x 11 x 3 5 ill Weight 130 g 48 oz BP 214BatteryPack Battery type RechargeableLithium ion Battep Rated voltage 74 V DC Operating temperature 0 40 C 32 104 F Battery capacity 1 500 mAb Dimensions 39 x 14 x ...

Page 124: ...Mode recording program 55 Compact power adapter 23 COMPONENT OUT terminal 93 Component video 93 Condensation 114 Connections to a computer 97 to a High Definition TV HDTV 93 to a TV VCR 92 Continuous shooting 79 Data code 44 Date and time 29 Date format 54 Daylight saving time 30 Time zone 30 Digital effects 63 Direct print 85 Direct transfer 97 Disc quality 6 Disc title 68 Disc types DVD R DVD R ...

Page 125: ...ave 52 Print order 90 Print share button 86 99 Printing still images 85 Protecting Disc 66 Still images 83 m Quick Start function 39 m Recommended discs 7 Recording Movies 35 Still images 72 Recording data 44 Recording mode 46 Recording programs 55 57 Recording reminder 22 Remote sensor 25 RESET 101 Reviewing Movies Record review 40 Still images Review 49 m Scene editing 65 Screen icons 20 Self ti...

Page 126: ...97 Tripod 25 Troubleshooting 101 Tv recording program 57 iml USB terminal 97 m VIDEO mode disc specification 7 Viewfinder 36 Volume 41 VR mode disc specification 7 White balance 61 Wide angle 38 Widescreen 16 9 37 Wind screen 50 Wireless controller 25 H XP XP mode 37 m Zoom 38 Digitalzoom 47 Zoom speed 48 126 ...

Page 127: ...he equipment due h_abuse mishandling accident improper maintenance or tailure to h_llow operating iilstructioils B if the equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries sand dirt orwater damage C if defects or damages are caused bythe use of unauthorized parts or byservice giber than our authorized agent D if the equipment is used totcommercial or industrial use This Limited Warranty does...

Page 128: ...emoved c Thedigitalvideo equipmentisusedfor commercial protassionaloriodustdalpurposes Thislimitedwarrantydoesnot covertilecabinet exterior finish of the digitalvideoequipment DVDdiscs nor doesitapply todigital videoequipment purchased outside Canada TOOBTAIN WARRANTY SERVIDE ShipyourCanondigital videoequipmentin its odgin_ car on boxor equivalent properlypacked fully insuredwith shippingchargespr...

Page 129: ... e If you have any qL esuons Si vous avez aes questions veuillez tel pnone_ Canada 1 800 828 4040 CANADA seulement_ MEXICO CENTRO Y CANON LATIN AMERICA INC SURAMERICA 703 Waterford Waj Suite 400 Miami F ASiA CANON HONGKONG COMPANY LTD 19 E The Metropolis Tower 10 Metre so Hunghom Kowloon Hong Kong The information in this manual is verified as of 1 April 2007 _es informations contenues dans ce manu...