Canon ZR20 instruction manual Thank you for Choosing a Canon, Getting started, For quick reference

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Thank you for Choosing a Canon

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Introduction

First, we’d like to thank you for purchasing this Canon camcorder. Its advanced technology makes it very easy to use — you will soon be making high-quality videos which will give you pleasure for years to come.

To get the most out of your new camcorder, we recommend that you read this manual thoroughly — there are many sophisticated features which will add to your recording enjoyment.

Getting started

To get started we suggest that you master the basic operations of the camcorder first, before moving on to use its full range of features.

For quick reference

In addition to the contents and index please refer to:

Finding Your Way Around the ZR20 ( 8)

Screen displays ( 104)

Troubleshooting — in case you run into any problems ( 97)

Symbols used in this instruction manual:

: Reference page numbers

: Functions that can be operated from the body of the camcorder

: Functions that can be operated from the wireless controller

: Supplementary notes for camcorder operation

`: Operation confirmation beeps ( 21)

Capital letters are used to refer to settings displayed in the menus and buttons labeled on the camcorder itself, e.g. Press the MENU button.

Your camcorder is supplied with the following accessories:

WL-D74 Wireless

Two AA batteries

Controller

 

SS-700 Shoulder Strap Lens cap and lens cap cord

BP-512 Battery Pack

CA-560 Compact

 

Power Adapter

 

(including AC power

 

cable)

Lithium button battery

S-150 S-video Cable

STV-250N Stereo

Video Cable

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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 startedFor quick reference Introducing the ZR20 Finding Your Way Around the ZR20 Mastering the BasicsM E R a Mastering the Basics Powering Your Camcorder Connecting the camcorder to an AC outletProvide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Attaching and charging the battery packs CA-560 Compact Power Adapter Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit optional Operate the camcorder with power from your car battery Loading and unloading Make sure that you have attached a power sourceLoading a Cassette Load or unload the cassetteProtecting tapes from accidental erasure Handling cassettesCassette memory To record Basic RecordingBefore you start recording Load a cassetteWhen you have finished recording Slide the program selector toChanging the recording mode SP/LP Widescreen TV recording Confirmation/Warning beepsZooming 10⋅ optical zoomUsing the LCD Screen Opening and closing the LCD screenChanging the angle of the LCD screen Adjusting the LCD screen About the LCD ScreenAllowing the subject to monitor recording Attach a power source and turn the Power switch to Play VCR Playing Back a CassetteLoad the cassette Press the e play button to start playback Other playback modes Special playbackForward ⋅2 Playback Slow Reverse PlaybackReverse Playback Reverse ⋅2 PlaybackUsing the headphones Built-in speakerSwitching the AV/headphone terminal Connections for Playback on a TV ScreenIf your TV or VCR has an S S1 -video input terminal If your TV or VCR has audio/video input terminals VideoHolding the camcorder Using a tripodTips for Making Better Videos CompositionPicture angle Camcorder movesTurning the Image Stabilizer Off VCR set up submenu Using the MenusCamera set up submenu List of MenusDisplay set up submenu System submenuVCR MENU, Selecting from the MenusPress the Menu button Using the Wireless Controller Inserting batteriesWhen Operating 2 Canon DV Camcorders Remote Sensor Mode If your wireless controller isn’t working Open the menu and select System Select T.ZONE/DST Setting the Date and TimeSetting the time zone/daylight saving time Close the menu16 17 18 11 12 Setting the clock Open the menu and select System Select D/TIME SETDate and time display Taking Still Pictures Press the Photo button halfway down and hold itPress the Photo button fully down to take the still picture Using the Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder FR-100 optional Searching and Reviewing While Recording Record searchRecord review Using the Various Recording Programs Availability of functions in each recording programSetting the program AE mode Press the start/stop button to begin recordingSports Easy RecordingAuto PortraitSpotlight Sand & SnowLow Light Using Digital Effects Availability of digital effects in Camera modeAvailability of digital effects in Playvcr playback modes Faders Mosaic Fade M. FadeEffects Select Fader Select the desired settingOperating faders Press the Digital Effects button to close the menuOperating effects Select EffectSelecting the audio mode Audio RecordingExternal microphone Wind screen Setting the Self-Timer Press the start/stop buttonPress the start/stop button to end recording Using the Full Range of Features Using AE Shift Turn the selector dial to choose your desired levelSetting the Shutter Speed Concerning shooting in fluorescent lightingGuidelines for shooting using high shutter speeds Recommended shutter speeds when shootingAdjusting Focus Manually Focus lockManual focus Setting the White Balance Using the Full Range of Features Press the Data Code button on the wireless controller Selecting date/timeSetting the data code Date/Time Camera dataSix-second auto date Searching the Tape Photo Search/Date Search Returning to a Pre-Marked Position Connect the camcorder to the VCR Editing to a VCRPreparations Prepare the TV and VCRPrepare the other device Turn the camcorder’s Power switch to Play VCRConnect the camcorder and the other digital device Load a blank cassetteCopyright signal DubbingStop 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 AV Insert Editing Tape in the camcorder Playback tapeConnect the camcorder to the VCR Prepare the VCR and TV Press the AV Insert button To stop inserting, press the Stop button on the camcorderStop playback on the VCR Audio Dubbing To connect other audio equipmentTo connect an external microphone VCR SET UP Audio DUB.AUDIO Press Audio DUB Setting the Audio Mix Choose the outputSelecting audio output channels Connecting to a PC Prepare the lens cap Adjust the viewfinderPreparing the Camcorder Fasten the grip beltAttach the shoulder strap Charging and recording times How much power is left? When to rechargeTaking care of the battery pack Installing the backup battery Treat the battery pack with careMaintenance Viewfinder MaintenanceStorage Camcorder body and lensVideo heads Using the camcorder abroadPower sources TV playbackProtecting the camcorder from condensation What happens when condensation is detectedCondensation What you should doTroubleshooting Recording/PlaybackShiny car Miscellaneous ? There’s no sound coming from the speaker during playback100 CR-560 Charge Adapter/Car Battery Cable Kit Optional AccessoriesBP-500 Series Battery Packs TL-30.5 Tele-converterVL-10Li Battery Video Light FS-30.5U Filter SetSC-1000 Soft Carrying Case SC-A50 Soft Carrying CaseScreen Displays Turning off the LCD screen displays105 106 107 108 109 Specifications BP-512 Battery PackZR20 Index 111112 113 Canada