Cannon FS10/FS11/FS100 instruction manual Indicators and Onscreen Displays, Picture and Sound

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Indicators and Onscreen Displays

lights up in red.

 

- Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack (

19).

appears on the screen.

-The camcorder cannot communicate with the battery pack attached so the remaining battery time cannot be displayed.

lights up in red.

-A memory card error occurred. Turn off the camcorder. Remove and reinsert the memory card. Initialize the memory card ( 30) if the display does not change back to normal.

-The memory card is full. Replace the memory card or delete some recordings to free some space on the memory card.

flashes in red on the screen.

- The camcorder has malfunctioned. Consult a Canon Service Center.

The CHG (charge) indicator flashes rapidly while the camcorder is charging.

- (one flash at 0.5-second intervals)

Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Consult a Canon Service Center.

The CHG (charge) indicator flashes very slowly while the camcorder is charging.

- (one flash at 2-second intervals)

The battery pack is too hot. The charging will start once the battery pack temperature is below 40 °C (104 °F).

-Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F).

-The battery pack is damaged. Use a different battery pack.

The CHG (charge) indicator does not turn on even though a battery pack is attached.

-The camcorder cannot communicate with the battery pack attached. Such battery packs cannot be charged using this camcorder.

Picture and Sound

Screen displays turn on and off repeatedly.

-The battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack ( 19).

-Remove the battery pack and reattach it correctly.

Abnormal characters appear on the screen and the camcorder does not operate properly.

-Disconnect the power source and reconnect it after a short time. If the problem still persists, disconnect the power source and press the RESET button with a pointed item. Pressing the RESET button resets all settings.

Video noise appears on screen.

-When using the camcorder close to devices that emit strong electromagnetic fields (plasma TVs, cellular phones, etc.), keep a distance between the camcorder and these devices.

Sound is distorted or is recorded at lower levels.

-When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks, shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may not be recorded at the actual levels. This is not a malfunction.

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Contents Ntsc Important Usage Instructions Important Safety Instructions Page Getting to Know the Camcorder Table of contents Basic Recording Basic PlaybackAdvanced Functions Managing Scenes and the MemoryPrinting Photos Selecting the Print Settings Print Orders Connection DiagramsAdditional Functions Printing PhotosTroubleshooting List of Messages Appendix Menu Options ListsTrouble? 93 Do’s and Don’tsAbout this Manual Conventions Used in this ManualReceive information on new products and promotions Purchased From Serial No Dealer Address Dealer Phone NoSupplied Accessories Digital VideoComponents Guide Left side view Right side view Front viewBack view Top view Bottom view Wireless Controller WL-D88 Screen Displays Recording MoviesRecording Still Images Viewing Still Images Remaining battery time Memory operationRemaining recording time Number of still images availableCharging the Battery Pack Unplug the power cord from the power outletDisconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder Getting StartedPreparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories To Remove the Battery PackA. and Canada only Insert the battery holder Accessories Fasten the grip beltPlace the lithium button battery with the + side facing up To USE the Wireless ControllerAdjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degreesTo Attach a Wrist Strap To Attach a Shoulder StrapLCD Backlight You can set the brightness of the screen to normal or brightButton Mode or Flexible Recording Basic Operation CamcorderOperating Modes Using the Menus Joystick and Joystick GuideUse the joystick to operate the camcorders menus NextPress FUNC. to save the settings and close the menu Press Func Select , the icon Press to open the setup menusSelecting an Option from the Setup Menus Menu items not available will appear grayed outFirst Time Settings Setting the Date and TimeAbbreviation of Menu Selections in this Manual MenuDATE/TIME Setup DATE/TIME Menu DATE/TIME Setup T.ZONE/DST Your local time zoneChanging the Language Changing the Time ZoneUsing a Memory Card Recommended Memory CardsInserting and Removing a Memory Card Turn off the camcorderSelecting the Memory for the Recordings Initializing the Built-In Memory / only or Memory CardMemory OPER. Media Movies Memory you want to use** PressOptions Memory OperMenu Memory OPER. Initialize Initialization method YES* OK InitializeSet the mode dial to Turn on the camcorder Basic RecordingShooting Video You can select the memory to be used for recording MoviesStandard Play 6Mbps Desired recording mode Selecting the Video Quality Recording ModeZooming Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom SPCamera Setup Using the ZoomSelecting the Zoom Type Zoom Type Desired optionWhen you wish to resume recording, open the LCD panel Quick Start FunctionReviewing and Deleting the Last Scene Recorded VariableBasic Playback Playing Back the VideoPress to display the joystick guide Press / or to begin the playbackReturn to the index screen to select the scene Adjust the volume Adjusting the VolumeSelecting Scenes by Recording Date Open the list of recordingsFUNC. Select Date Move the zoom lever toward WPress to return to the index screen Press DISP. again to return to the index screenPress to begin the playback Change the sceneDeleting Scenes Deleting a Single Scene or All Scenes from a Selected DateDelete the scenes Deleting All ScenesAdvanced Functions Special Scene Recording ProgramsProgram AE Portrait FireworksPortrait SportsSnow SunsetMini Video Light Program AE Desired recording programShutter speed guidelines Push the joystick towardSelf Timer ModeAutomatic Backlight Correction Press BLCManual Focus Adjustment White Balance Infinity FocusAuto Desired option AUTOImage Effects Digital EffectsImage Effect OFF Desired option Effect OFFSetting On-Screen Displays and Data CodeEffect OFF Desired fader/effect Applying Press to display the joystick guideUsing an External Microphone Connecting a MicrophoneYou can also turn most on- screen displays on or off MicrophoneManaging Scenes and the Memory Creating a PlaylistOriginal movies index Add the scenes to the playlistDeleting Scenes from the Playlist Moving Scenes in the PlaylistDeleting the Entire Playlist Select , the scene you want to delete Delete the sceneCopying Scenes Options for copying original moviesFUNC. Copy Desired option* YES ALL ScenesTaking Photos Selecting Photo Size and QualityPress Photo fully Still image is being recorded1152x864 Desired image size* Desired image quality Approximate number of still images on a memory cardViewing Photos OFF While reviewing the image immediately after recordingPush the joystick toward Select Erase and press Image Jump FunctionSlideshow Index ScreenSelect , an image Return to the index screen to select the still imageMagnifying Photos during Playback Erasing PhotosMove the zoom lever toward T Erase ALL Images YES* OKSelect a recording mode other than Fireworks Options Additional FunctionsMaximum number of continuous shots Single Desired optionHistogram Display Protecting PhotosOpen the image selection screen FUNC. ProtectCopying Photos Copying Images from the Index ScreenCopying a Single Image Copy YESPrinting Photos You can also use the following FunctionsConnection . Refer to Selecting the Print Settings Disconnect the USB cable before changing the mode dialPrinting with the Print/Share Button Select the still image you wish to print PressPrinting after Changing the Print Settings Push the joystick toward . The print settings menu appearsTo Cancel the Printing When YOU have Finished PrintingPrint Errors Print OrdersOpen the print settings menu Selecting Still Images for Printing Print OrderSelect , Print Press Erasing All Print OrdersConnection Diagrams Terminals on the CamcorderPlayback on a TV Screen Saving and Backing Up Your RecordingsBacking Up Your Recordings on a Computer Start the playback of movies or still imagesAuthoring DVD Discs and Photo DVDs Saving your Recordings without a ComputerSystem Setup ADD to DiscDesired option Insert a brand new disc into the DVD burnerConnecting Copying your Recordings to an External Video RecorderCamcorder Resume the movie playback Camcorder Stop playbackInstall the supplied Digital Video Software Set the camcorder to modeTransferring Photos to a Computer Direct Transfer PreparationsTo cancel the transfer, select Cancel and press , or press Transferring Still ImagesSelect a transfer option Press Automatic Transfer OptionsTransfer Orders Press FUNC. to return to the transfer menuSelecting Still Images to Transfer Transfer Order Press to set the transfer orderAppendix Menu Options Lists Menu itemAuto Menu item Setting options FUNC. Menu Playback ModesReview OFFSec Sec 10 secBUILT-IN MEM, Card Media MoviesMedia Images DEL.ALL MOVIES1 DEL.PLAYLIST2Display Setup OFFOFF TV Screen10 min Wide TVDATE/TIME Setup ZONE/DSTDATE/TIME Date Format Y JAN , 2008 1200 AMTroubleshooting Power sourceCheck this First Recording PlaybackIndicators and Onscreen Displays Picture and SoundMemory Card and Accessories Connections with External DevicesList of Messages in alphabetical order Cannot Record Cannot Access the BUILT-IN Memory Change the Battery PackCannot Play Back Check the Card Cannot Play the Movies on this CardConnect the Compact Power Adapter Initialize Using only the CamcorderNaming Error Not Available in ModeMessages Related to the Optional DW-100 DVD Burner Direct Print Related Messages Communication Error File ErrorHardware Error INK ErrorPrint Error Print Order ErrorPrinter Error Printer Cover OpenHandling Precautions CamcorderBattery Pack At temperatures not higher than 30 C 86 FRemaining Battery Time Treat the battery pack with careBuilt-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery Lithium Button BatteryMaintenance/Others CleaningDisposal CondensationUsing the Camcorder Abroad Power SourcesWhen Condensation is Detected To Avoid CondensationSystem Diagram Availability differs from area to area IFC-400PCUOptional Accessories Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommendedBattery Packs CG-800 Battery ChargerUsing a memory card Recording and Playback TimesOnly Shoulder StrapProduct Codes 3067A002AA D82-0590-002Specifications FS11/FS10/FS100System CA-590 Compact Power Adapter Power/OthersTerminals BP-808 Battery Pack Index Deleting/ErasingFireworks recording program Focus USB terminal Volume Night recording programRecording program Playback Quick Start function Recording107 Trademark Acknowledgements108 Canada Canon U.S.A., INC. 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FS10/FS11/FS100 specifications

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The Canon FS10/FS11/FS100 series incorporates a 2.7-inch widescreen LCD display, providing users with a clear view of their subjects while framing shots and reviewing footage. The screen has a wide viewing angle, allowing for easy monitoring even when multiple people are involved in the filming process. Additionally, the camcorders come equipped with a simple and intuitive user interface, making it easy for first-time users to navigate through various settings and options.

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In summary, the Canon FS10, FS11, and FS100 camcorders deliver an impressive combination of features, technologies, and user-friendly characteristics that make them ideal choices for anyone looking to explore the world of video recording. From the extensive zoom capabilities to exceptional image processing, these camcorders are sure to inspire creativity and capture memories for years to come.
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