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CANADA

CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY

The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (“Canon Canada”) with respect to Canon digital video equipment purchased in Canada. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of a bill of sale or other proof of purchase for this Canon digital video equipment to a Canon Service Facility when repairs are required.

Canon consumer video digital equipment is warranted under normal, non-commercial, personal use, against defective materials or workmanship as follows:

Parts: Defective parts will be exchanged for new parts or, at Canon Canada’s option, comparable rebuilt parts for a period of one year from the date of original purchase, except Video Heads which will be exchanged for a period of 3 months from the date of purchase. Labour: For a period of one year from the date of original purchase, labour will be provided free of charge by our Canon Service Facilities in Canada.

This limited warranty covers all defects except where:

(a)The loss or damage to the product results from:

i)accident, natural disaster, mishandling, abuse, neglect, unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions contained in the instruction manual;

ii)the use of accessories, attachments, products, supplies, parts or devices with this Canon product that do not conform to Canon specifications or that cause abnormally frequent service problems;

iii)repairs or services performed by any party other than a Canon Service Facility;

iv)defective batteries or any exposure to water, sand or dirt;

v)shipping (claim must be presented to the shipper);

(b)Any serial number on the video equipment is altered or removed.

(c)The digital video equipment is used for commercial, professional or industrial purposes.

This limited warranty does not cover the cabinet (exterior finish) of the digital video equipment, video cassette tapes, head cleanings, nor does it apply to digital video equipment purchased outside Canada.

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

Ship your Canon digital video equipment in its original carton, box or equivalent, properly packed, fully insured with shipping charges prepaid, together with a copy of your bill of sale or other proof of purchase and a description of the problem to any of the Canon Service Facilities in Canada.

LIMITATIONS

Except as otherwise required by applicable legislation, this warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, conditions, guarantees or representations, express or implied, statutory or otherwise, relative to this Canon product, including implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

Canon Canada assumes no liability for special, consequential or incidental damages or loss that may arise, whether on account of negligence or otherwise, from the use, misuse or inability to use this Canon product (including loss of profit, revenue, video tapes or enjoyment) or from failure to conform to any express or implied warranties, conditions, guarantees or representations. Any recovery under this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the product. Canon Canada does not assume or authorize any other person to assume for Canon Canada any other liability with respect to this Canon product.

This warranty does not extend to any person other than the original purchaser of this Canon product or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift and states your exclusive remedy.

NOTICE TO CONSUMER

If you plan to take important videos or if the product has not been used for some time, please check all functions with the instruction book before using it.

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Contents Mode d’emploi Important Usage Instructions Important Safety Instructions Lightning For added protection of this Contents Thank you for Choosing a Canon Getting startedIntroducing the ZR10 Finding Your Way Around the ZR10 Quick Overview2ZR10E07-33 3/10/00 1819 Page 9 1,1 2ZR10E07-33 3/10/00 1819 Page 10 1,1 Connecting the camera to an AC outlet Powering Your CamcorderProvide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Attaching and charging the battery packs Set the Power switch to OFF Attach the battery to the cameraCA-560 Compact Power Adapter Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit optional Operate the camera with power from your car battery Loading and unloading Loading a CassetteLoad or unload the cassette Handling cassettes Protecting tapes from accidental erasureCassette Memory Basic Recording Before you start recordingTo record Load a cassetteWhen you have finished recording Slide the program selector toChanging the recording mode SP/LP Widescreen TV recordingConfirmation/Warning beeps 10⋅ optical zoom Zooming40⋅ /200⋅ digital zoom Open the LCD screen Using the LCD ScreenChanging the angle of the LCD screen Adjusting the LCD screen About the LCD ScreenAllowing the subject to monitor recording Built-in speaker and headphone terminal Playing Back a Cassette Attach a power source and turn the Power switch to VCRLoad the cassette Press the e play button to start playback Other playback modes Playback pauseFast forward playback Rewind playbackSpecial playback Connections for Playback on a TV Screen If your TV or VCR has an S S1 -video input terminalIf your TV or VCR has audio/video input terminals VideoUsing a tripod Tips for Making Better VideosHolding the camera CompositionPicture angle Camera movesTurning the Image Stabilizer Off Selecting from the Menus VCR menu Press the Menu button to close the menu3ZR10E34-72 3/9/00 756 PM Page 37 1,1 Using the Wireless Controller Inserting batteriesChoose Offb and close the menu Setting the remote sensor modeChoose a 1 or a 2 and close the menu If your wireless controller isn’t working Setting the Date and Time Setting the time zone/daylight saving timeSet the camera to record pause mode Press the Menu button3ZR10E34-72 3/9/00 756 PM Page 42 1,1 Setting the clock Date and time displayTaking Still Pictures Press the Photo button halfway down and hold itPress the Photo button fully down to take the still picture Transferring Still Pictures to a PC with the FR-100 optional Record search Searching and Reviewing While RecordingRecord review Using the Various Recording Programs Availability of functions in each recording programSetting the program AE mode Press the start/stop button to begin recordingEasy Recording AutoSports PortraitSand & Snow SpotlightLow Light Using Digital Effects Availability of digital effects in Camera modeAvailability of digital effects in VCR playback modes Effects FadersFaders Fade Trigger FADE-TVertical Wipe Wipe Horizontal Wipe WipeEffects Art ARTBlack and White BLK & WHT Sepia SepiaIf you’re in VCR mode Fade in- Press the e play button Operating fadersTurn the selector dial Press the Digital Effects buttonOperating effects Audio Recording Selecting the audio modeExternal microphone Wind screen Press the start/stop button Setting the Self-TimerPress the start/stop button to end recording 3ZR10E34-72 3/9/00 756 PM Page 61 1,1 Exposure adjustment Adjusting Exposure ManuallyExposure lock Shutter speed Close the menuRecommended shutter speeds when shooting Guidelines for shooting using high shutter speedsConcerning shooting in fluorescent lighting Focus lock Adjusting Focus ManuallyManual focus Setting the White Balance 3ZR10E34-72 3/9/00 756 PM Page 67 1,1 Displaying Date, Time and Camera Data Data Code Press the Data Code button on the wireless controllerSelecting date/time Setting the data code Select Data Code from the VCR menuSix-second auto date Searching the Tape Photo Search/Date Search Returning to a Pre-Marked Position Editing to a VCR PreparationsConnect the camera to the VCR Prepare the TV and VCRConnect the camera and the other digital device Dubbing with Digital Video EquipmentPrepare the other device Dubbing Copyright signalStop playback on the other device Recording from a VCR,TV or Analog Camcorder Analog Line-in You can monitor the picture in the viewfinder or LCD Recording Over Existing Scenes A/V Insert Editing Insert start pointPlayback tape Tape in the cameraConnect the camera to the VCR/TV Prepare the TV and VCR To stop inserting, press the Stop button on the camera Press the A/V Insert buttonStop playback on the VCR To connect other audio equipment Audio DubbingTo connect an external microphone Press Audio DUB 4ZR10E73-85 3/9/00 759 PM Page 83 1,1 Setting the Audio Mix Turn the Power switch to VCR Choose the outputSelecting audio output channels Adjust the viewfinder Preparing the CameraPrepare the lens cap Fasten the grip beltAttach the shoulder strap How much power is left? Charging and recording timesWhen to recharge Taking care of the battery packKeep the terminals clean Storing the battery packInstalling the backup battery Treat the battery pack with careMaintenance Maintenance StorageViewfinder Camera body and lensPower sources Using the camera abroadTV playback What happens when condensation is detected CondensationProtecting the camera from condensation What you should doTroubleshooting Recording/PlaybackRecording/Playback Contd Cause and/or what to do about itMiscellaneous ZR10 System Diagram Availability differs from area to area Optional Accessories BP-500 Series Battery PacksCR-560 Charge Adapter/Car Battery Cable Kit SR-30.5/46 Step-up RingVL-10Li Battery Video Light 100WD-46 Wide-converter FS-46 Filter SetWS-20 Wrist Strap 101SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case 102 SC-A50 Soft Carrying Case103 Screen DisplaysTurning off the LCD screen displays 104 105 Time Code 106Recording reminder 107 Refer to p.17Specifications BP-511 Battery Pack108 ZR10Index 109110 Canon ZR10 Digital Video Camcorder Limited Warranty 111Canada 112Canon INC

zr10 specifications

The Canon ZR10 is a compact miniDV camcorder that revolutionized home video recording when it was released in the early 2000s. Designed for amateur videographers and content creators, this camcorder offered a plethora of features in a small, lightweight body, making it an ideal choice for on-the-go recording.

One of the standout features of the Canon ZR10 is its recording capability in the miniDV format, which provides high-quality digital video. The camcorder supports a maximum resolution of 720 x 480 pixels, delivering clear images and vibrant colors. This format also allows for easy editing and transferring to computers for post-production, a significant advantage for users looking to create polished video content.

Equipped with a 1/4-inch CCD sensor, the ZR10 captures striking detail in various lighting conditions. The camcorder includes a 16x optical zoom lens, which allows users to get close to their subjects without sacrificing image quality. This feature is particularly beneficial for nature videography, events, or candid moments where physical proximity may not be possible. Additionally, a 100x digital zoom extends creative possibilities, although it is best used cautiously to maintain clarity.

The ZR10's user-friendly design is complemented by an easy-to-navigate control layout. It features a 2.5-inch LCD screen that provides a clear view for framing shots and reviewing footage. The camcorder also includes an electronic viewfinder, ensuring that users can capture content easily, even in bright sunlight.

On the technology front, the Canon ZR10 boasts advanced image stabilization through its DIGIC DV technology, which helps minimize shaky footage, ensuring smooth and stable recordings. This feature is vital for handheld shooting, where minor movements can be magnified and lead to distracting video.

Audio quality is another critical aspect of the ZR10, which includes a built-in stereo microphone ensuring clear sound capture during recording. For more professional audio, users can connect external microphones to enhance recording quality further.

Overall, the Canon ZR10 stands out for its remarkable combination of features packed in a portable design. With its high-quality video recording capabilities, ease of use, and advanced stabilization technology, it remains a memorable choice for those in the realm of digital video production, especially for amateurs looking to embark on their videography journey.