Canon ZR800 Troubleshooting, Power Source, Recording/Playback, Additional Information

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Troubleshooting

If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists.

Power Source

Problem

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Camcorder will not turn on.

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

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• The camcorder switches off

 

 

 

by itself.

 

 

 

• The cassette compartment

 

 

 

Attach the battery pack correctly.

 

 

cover will not open.

 

 

 

 

 

• The cassette compartment

 

 

 

stopped half way while

 

 

 

 

 

 

inserting/removing a tape.

Use the compact power adapter.

 

 

• The LCD/viewfinder switches

 

 

 

on and off.

 

 

 

Battery pack will not charge.

Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 0 °C and

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40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F).

 

 

 

Battery packs become hot with use and may not charge. When

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the battery pack is outside the charging temperature range, the

 

 

 

CHG (charge) indicator will flash irregularly. The charging will

 

 

 

start once the battery pack temperature is below 40 °C (104 °F).

 

 

 

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

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If you connect a faulty power adapter or battery pack, the

 

 

 

CHARGE indicator flashes approx. twice per second and the

 

 

 

charging stops.

 

 

 

Check that the compact power adapter is correctly connected to

 

 

 

the camcorder.

 

 

Recording/Playback

 

 

 

Problem

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Buttons will not work.

Turn on the camcorder.

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Load a cassette.

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Abnormal characters appear on

Disconnect the power source and reconnect it after a short time.

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the screen. The camcorder

If the problem still persists, disconnect all power sources

 

 

does not operate properly.

(including the battery pack and the backup battery). This will

 

 

 

reset all the camcorder's settings.

 

 

“ ” flashes on the screen.

Load a cassette.

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“ ” flashes on the screen.

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

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“ ” flashes on the screen.

Condensation is detected. See reference page.

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“REMOVE THE CASSETTE”

Remove the cassette and reinsert it.

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appears on the screen.

 

 

 

Video noise appears on screen.

When using the camcorder in a room where a plasma TV is

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located, keep a distance between the camcorder and the

 

 

 

plasma TV.

 

 

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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 ConnectionsAbout the Joystick and the Joystick Guide About this ManualConventions Used in the Manual Trademark Acknowledgements Operating Mode Switch Icon Display OperationAbout the Operating Modes Receive information on new products and promotions Supplied AccessoriesOnline product registration for U.S.A. Customers only Protect your productGrip belt Components GuideLeft side view Right Side View Front view OPEN/EJECT Back view Top view Bottom viewCondensation warning Shutter speed Screen DisplaysRecording Playback Recording reminder Remaining battery chargeBackup battery warning Remaining tapeCharging, Recording and Playback Times Charging the Battery PackGetting Started Disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder Installing the Backup BatteryUnplug the compact power adapter from the power outlet 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 AMCamera RecordingRecording Movies To zoom in telephoto Zooming35x Optical Zoom 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 Changing the Shutter Speed and Special Scene Programs Recording ProgramShutter speed guidelines 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 Track on a Tape with Dubbed Audio Audio Playback ModesSelecting the Audio Channel Data Code Self TimerOther Functions Digital Effect Digital EffectsEffect 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 ComputerEquipment and System Requirements Connecting Start the computer Set the camcorder to modeTransferring Video Recordings 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 PauseEditing Message Explanation/SolutionList of Messages 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 CassetteStorage Maintenance/OthersCleaning the Camcorder Condensation may form in the following cases CondensationPlayback on a TV Screen Using the Camcorder AbroadPower Sources System Diagram Availability differs from area to area CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger Optional AccessoriesBattery Packs CB-2LW Battery ChargerSC-2000 Soft Carrying Case Shoulder StrapWS-20 Wrist Strap Product Codes Provided AccessoriesOptional Accessories 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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