Canon ZR800 Playback on a TV Screen, Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder

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Playback on a TV Screen

The quality of the playback picture will vary depending on the connected TV and the type of connection used.

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Before making the connections, select the [TV TYPE] setting according to the TV set to which you will connect the camcorder ( 29).

Connecting

Connect the camcorder to the TV following one of the connection diagrams shown in the previous section Connection Diagrams ( 42).

Playback

1Turn on the camcorder and the connected TV or VCR.

On a TV: Set the input selector to

VIDEO. On a VCR: Set the input selector to LINE (IN).

2Start the playback of the movies ( 25).

NOTES

Turn off all the devices before starting the connections.

We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.

Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder

You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. When recording to a digital video recorder using the DV terminal, you can copy recordings with

virtually no generation loss in video and sound quality.

Connect the camcorder to the external device following one of the connection diagrams shown in the previous section Connection Diagrams ( 42).

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Connecting

Connect the camcorder to a VCR or other analog device using connection type , or to a DVD recorder or other digital recording device using connection type 2 , as shown in the previous section Connection Diagrams ( 42).

Recording

1This camcorder: Load the recorded cassette.

2Connected device: Load a blank cassette or disc and set the device to record pause mode.

3This camcorder: Locate the scene you wish to copy and pause the playback shortly before the scene.

4This camcorder: Resume the movie playback.

When using an analog connection you can include in the copy also the date/ time of the original recording ( 39).

5Connected device: Begin recording when the scene you wish to copy appears. Stop recording when copying is complete.

6This camcorder: Stop playback.

NOTES

We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.

When recording to a VCR using an analog connection –connection type 1 (42)–, the quality of the edited tape will be lower than the original.

External Connections

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Contents Videocámara digital Manuel d’instructionManual de Instrucciones Digital Video Camcorder Caméscope NumériqueVideo heads may become dirty under the following conditions Cleaning the Video HeadsFor Canada only IntroductionImportant Safety Instructions If the product has been exposed to rain or water Table of contents Additional Information External ConnectionsConventions Used in the Manual About this ManualAbout the Joystick and the Joystick Guide About the Operating Modes Operating Mode Switch Icon Display OperationTrademark Acknowledgements Receive information on new products and promotions Supplied AccessoriesOnline product registration for U.S.A. Customers only Protect your productLeft side view Right Side View Front view Components GuideGrip belt OPEN/EJECT Back view Top view Bottom viewRecording Playback Screen DisplaysCondensation warning Shutter speed Recording reminder Remaining battery chargeBackup battery warning Remaining tapeGetting Started Charging the Battery PackCharging, Recording and Playback Times Unplug the compact power adapter from the power outlet Installing the Backup BatteryDisconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder Insert the cassette Insert the backup battery with the + side facing outEven if the switch is set to Inserting and Removing a TapeTurn on the camcorder Adjusting the LCD ScreenAdjust the viewfinder Preparing the CamcorderSelecting a FUNC. Menu Option Using the MenusSelect the desired option and press to save the setting Selecting an Option from the Setup MenusPress FUNC. to save the settings and close the menu Select the setting you want to change and pressChanging the Time Zone First Time SettingsDATE/TIME Setup Changing the LanguagePress to start the clock Press FUNC. to close the menu Setting the Date and TimeSelect DATE/TIME Setup and press Select DATE/TIME and press DATE/TIME JAN , 2007 1200 AMRecording Movies RecordingCamera 35x Optical Zoom ZoomingTo zoom in telephoto Push the joystick towards / to begin the playback Press Func Select Speaker Volume and adjust the volumePlayback Playing Back MoviesSelect , the enlarged area of the picture with the joystick Magnifying the Playback ImageLocating the End of the Last Scene Move the zoom lever toward TProgram AE Setup menusMenu Options Lists FUNC. MenuStabilizer to OFF when using a tripod Advanced Functions VCR SetupAudio Setup STEREO1NORMAL*, Bright Display SetupLanguage Set B System SetupHigh Volume Language Set aUsing the Recording Programs Shutter speed guidelines Recording ProgramChanging the Shutter Speed and Special Scene Programs Push the joystick towards EXP Adjust the brightness of the image as requiredPush the joystick towards Back to save the exposure setting To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripodPush the joystick towards Back to save the focus adjustment Manual Focus AdjustmentAdjust the zoom Adjust the focus as necessaryWhite Balance Press FUNC. to save the setting and close the menuWhite Balance OptionsImage Effect Audio Recording ModeAudio Recording Playback Image EffectsSelecting the Audio Channel Audio Playback ModesSelecting the Audio Track on a Tape with Dubbed Audio Other Functions Self TimerData Code Digital Effect Digital Effects Effect Effects Fader FadersPress D.EFFECTS Press D.EFFECTS to activate the fader/effectYellow White STV-250N Stereo Video Cable SuppliedRed Connecting to a TV or VCRConnection Diagrams AV Terminal DV TerminalRecording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder Playback on a TV ScreenLoad a blank cassette in this camcorder Copyright SignalDigital Video Dubbing DubbingPC Connection Diagrams Connecting to a ComputerTransferring Video Recordings Connecting Start the computer Set the camcorder to modeEquipment and System Requirements Recording/Playback TroubleshootingPower Source Problem SolutionTowards During playback Power or antenna cables of the TV Tape stops during recordPause or playback pause If left in playback pause Or record PauseList of Messages Message Explanation/SolutionEditing You attempted to play back a copyright protected tape Camcorder Handling PrecautionsBattery Pack Treat the battery pack with careProtecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure Lithium Button BatteryAbout the battery terminal cover CassetteCleaning the Camcorder Maintenance/OthersStorage Condensation may form in the following cases CondensationPower Sources Using the Camcorder AbroadPlayback on a TV Screen System Diagram Availability differs from area to area CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger Optional AccessoriesBattery Packs CB-2LW Battery ChargerWS-20 Wrist Strap Shoulder StrapSC-2000 Soft Carrying Case Optional Accessories Provided AccessoriesProduct Codes System SpecificationsPower/Others ZR800BP-2L5 Battery Pack CA-590 Compact Power AdapterSecond auto date IndexZoom Zoom speed Page Canada Canon Consumer Digital Video Equipment Limited WarrantyCanon INC Canon U.S.A., INC. NEW Jersey Office
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