Canon instruction manual Introducing the ZR20

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Introducing the ZR20

Compact and Stylish

The ZR20 is small and light. Many various functions are condensed into its compact body. Also, the slim and stylish design makes it easy to carry and use and shooting videos a pleasure.

IEEE 1394 DV Terminal

Using a DV cable, connect the ZR20 to a PC equipped with a DV terminal and transfer your original images to your PC.

Still Photos

Just press the photo button to capture still pictures.

2.5” LCD Screen

A 2.5” LCD screen makes it easy for you to shoot colorful, well composed video. It is also great for playback.

	10⋅ Lens and	E
	40⋅/200⋅ Digital Zoom	E
	40⋅/200⋅ Digital Zoom

From wide-angle to 10⋅ telephoto—with unparalleled optical quality. The digital zoom magnifies this up to 200⋅ for even more dramatic results.

Digital Effects

Advanced digital
technology allows you to
add special effects during
recording or playback.	Introduction
Editing	Introduction
Audio Dubbing/AV Insert

Add new sound to original sound, or replace original sound and images on a pre-recorded tape.

Analog Line-in Recording

Connect to a VCR or analog camcorder and record onto a DV tape in the ZR20.

Image Stabilizer

Internal charging

Stabilizes your recordings even in long telephoto shots.

The ZR20 can charge a battery pack itself, smoothing the transition between charging and shooting, and allowing for a smaller, lighter AC power adapter.

PCM Digital Sound

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Contents Mode d’emploi Important Usage Instructions Important Safety Instructions Lightning For added protection of this Contents Getting started Thank you for Choosing a CanonFor quick reference Introducing the ZR20 Mastering the Basics Finding Your Way Around the ZR20M E R a Mastering the Basics Connecting the camcorder to an AC outlet Powering Your CamcorderProvide 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 Load or unload the cassette Make sure that you have attached a power sourceLoading a Cassette Loading and unloadingHandling cassettes Protecting tapes from accidental erasureCassette memory Load a cassette Basic RecordingBefore you start recording To recordSlide the program selector to When you have finished recordingChanging the recording mode SP/LP Confirmation/Warning beeps Widescreen TV recording10⋅ optical zoom ZoomingOpening and closing the LCD screen Using the LCD ScreenChanging the angle of the LCD screen About the LCD Screen Adjusting the LCD screenAllowing the subject to monitor recording Playing Back a Cassette Attach a power source and turn the Power switch to Play VCRLoad the cassette Press the e play button to start playback Special playback Other playback modesReverse ⋅2 Playback Slow Reverse PlaybackReverse Playback Forward ⋅2 PlaybackBuilt-in speaker Using the headphonesConnections for Playback on a TV Screen Switching the AV/headphone terminalIf your TV or VCR has an S S1 -video input terminal Video If your TV or VCR has audio/video input terminalsComposition Using a tripodTips for Making Better Videos Holding the camcorderCamcorder moves Picture angleTurning the Image Stabilizer Off List of Menus Using the MenusCamera set up submenu VCR set up submenuSystem submenu Display set up submenuSelecting from the Menus VCR MENU,Press the Menu button Inserting batteries Using the Wireless ControllerWhen Operating 2 Canon DV Camcorders Remote Sensor Mode If your wireless controller isn’t working Close the menu Setting the Date and TimeSetting the time zone/daylight saving time Open the menu and select System Select T.ZONE/DST16 17 18 11 12 Open the menu and select System Select D/TIME SET Setting the clockDate and time display Press the Photo button halfway down and hold it Taking Still PicturesPress the Photo button fully down to take the still picture Using the Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder FR-100 optional Record search Searching and Reviewing While RecordingRecord review Availability of functions in each recording program Using the Various Recording ProgramsPress the start/stop button to begin recording Setting the program AE modePortrait Easy RecordingAuto SportsSand & Snow SpotlightLow Light Availability of digital effects in Camera mode Using Digital EffectsAvailability of digital effects in Playvcr playback modes Mosaic Fade M. Fade FadersEffects Press the Digital Effects button to close the menu Select the desired settingOperating faders Select FaderSelect Effect Operating effectsAudio Recording Selecting the audio modeExternal microphone Wind screen Press the start/stop button Setting the Self-TimerPress the start/stop button to end recording Using the Full Range of Features Turn the selector dial to choose your desired level Using AE ShiftConcerning shooting in fluorescent lighting Setting the Shutter SpeedRecommended shutter speeds when shooting Guidelines for shooting using high shutter speedsFocus lock Adjusting Focus ManuallyManual focus Setting the White Balance Using the Full Range of Features Selecting date/time Press the Data Code button on the wireless controllerDate/Time Camera data Setting the data codeSix-second auto date Searching the Tape Photo Search/Date Search Returning to a Pre-Marked Position Prepare the TV and VCR Editing to a VCRPreparations Connect the camcorder to the VCRLoad a blank cassette Turn the camcorder’s Power switch to Play VCRConnect the camcorder and the other digital device Prepare the other deviceDubbing 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 AV Insert Editing Playback tape Tape in the camcorderConnect the camcorder to the VCR Prepare the VCR and TV To stop inserting, press the Stop button on the camcorder Press the AV Insert buttonStop playback on the VCR To connect other audio equipment Audio DubbingTo connect an external microphone VCR SET UP Audio DUB.AUDIO Press Audio DUB Choose the output Setting the Audio MixSelecting audio output channels Connecting to a PC Fasten the grip belt Adjust the viewfinderPreparing the Camcorder Prepare the lens capAttach the shoulder strap Charging and recording times When to recharge How much power is left?Taking care of the battery pack Treat the battery pack with care Installing the backup batteryMaintenance Camcorder body and lens MaintenanceStorage ViewfinderTV playback Using the camcorder abroadPower sources Video headsWhat you should do What happens when condensation is detectedCondensation Protecting the camcorder from condensationRecording/Playback TroubleshootingShiny car ? There’s no sound coming from the speaker during playback Miscellaneous100 TL-30.5 Tele-converter Optional AccessoriesBP-500 Series Battery Packs CR-560 Charge Adapter/Car Battery Cable KitFS-30.5U Filter Set VL-10Li Battery Video LightSC-A50 Soft Carrying Case SC-1000 Soft Carrying CaseTurning off the LCD screen displays Screen Displays105 106 107 108 109 BP-512 Battery Pack SpecificationsZR20 111 Index112 113 Canada