Canon ZR800 Power or antenna cables of the TV Tape stops during record, Pause or playback pause

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48 Trouble?

Problem

 

 

 

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Video noise appears on the TV

When using the camcorder in a room where a TV is located,

–

screen.

keep a distance between the compact power adapter and the

 

 

 

power or antenna cables of the TV.

 

 

 

The tape stops during record

To protect the tape and video heads, the camcorder will enter

–

pause or playback pause.

the stop mode (

 

) if left in playback pause (

) or record

 

 

 

 

 

 

pause (

) mode for 4 minutes 30 seconds. To resume the

 

 

 

operation press

Start/Stop (when recording) or push the joystick

 

 

 

( ) towards /

 

(during playback).

 

 

 

Recording

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Problem

 

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Image will not appear on the

Set the camcorder to

 

 

.

23

 

 

screen.

 

 

 

 

 

 

“SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE

Set the time zone, date and time.

21

AND TIME” appears on the

Replace the backup lithium battery and set the time zone, date

16

screen.

and time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pressing the start/stop button

Set the camcorder to

 

 

.

23

 

 

will not start recording.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Load a cassette.

 

 

 

17

 

 

 

 

 

Tape reached the end (“

END” appears on the screen).

17

 

Rewind the tape or replace the cassette.

 

 

 

Cassette is protected (“

” flashes on the screen). Change the

52

 

position of the protect switch.

 

 

Camcorder will not focus.

Autofocus does not work on that subject. Focus manually.

35

 

If you are using the viewfinder, adjust it with the dioptric

18

 

adjustment lever.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lens is dirty. Clean the lens with a soft lens-cleaning cloth.

53

 

Never use tissue paper to clean the lens.

 

 

Sound is distorted.

When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks or

–

 

concerts), sound may become distorted.

 

 

Viewfinder picture is blurred.

Adjust the viewfinder with the dioptric adjustment lever.

18

Playback

 

 

 

 

 

 

Problem

 

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

During playback there is video

Video heads are dirty. Clean the video heads.

2

noise.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pressing the playback button

Load a cassette.

 

 

 

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does not start playback.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Set the camcorder to

 

 

.

25

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tape reached the end (“

END” appears on the screen).

17

 

Rewind the tape.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Manuel d’instruction Manual de InstruccionesDigital Video Camcorder Caméscope Numérique Videocámara digitalCleaning the Video Heads Video heads may become dirty under the following conditionsIntroduction For Canada onlyImportant Safety Instructions If the product has been exposed to rain or water Table of contents External Connections Additional InformationAbout this Manual Conventions Used in the ManualAbout the Joystick and the Joystick Guide Operating Mode Switch Icon Display Operation About the Operating ModesTrademark Acknowledgements Supplied Accessories Online product registration for U.S.A. Customers onlyProtect your product Receive information on new products and promotionsComponents Guide Left side view Right Side View Front viewGrip belt Back view Top view Bottom view OPEN/EJECTScreen Displays Recording PlaybackCondensation warning Shutter speed Remaining battery charge Backup battery warningRemaining tape Recording reminderCharging the Battery Pack Getting StartedCharging, Recording and Playback Times Installing the Backup Battery Unplug the compact power adapter from the power outletDisconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder Insert the backup battery with the + side facing out Even if the switch is set toInserting and Removing a Tape Insert the cassetteAdjusting the LCD Screen Adjust the viewfinderPreparing the Camcorder Turn on the camcorderUsing the Menus Selecting a FUNC. Menu OptionSelecting an Option from the Setup Menus Press FUNC. to save the settings and close the menuSelect the setting you want to change and press Select the desired option and press to save the settingFirst Time Settings DATE/TIME SetupChanging the Language Changing the Time ZoneSetting the Date and Time Select DATE/TIME Setup and press Select DATE/TIME and pressDATE/TIME JAN , 2007 1200 AM Press to start the clock Press FUNC. to close the menuRecording Recording MoviesCamera Zooming 35x Optical ZoomTo zoom in telephoto Press Func Select Speaker Volume and adjust the volume PlaybackPlaying Back Movies Push the joystick towards / to begin the playbackMagnifying the Playback Image Locating the End of the Last SceneMove the zoom lever toward T Select , the enlarged area of the picture with the joystickSetup menus Menu Options ListsFUNC. Menu Program AEStabilizer to OFF when using a tripod VCR Setup Audio SetupSTEREO1 Advanced FunctionsDisplay Setup NORMAL*, BrightSystem Setup High VolumeLanguage Set a Language Set BUsing the Recording Programs Recording Program Shutter speed guidelinesChanging the Shutter Speed and Special Scene Programs Adjust the brightness of the image as required Push the joystick towards Back to save the exposure settingTo avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod Push the joystick towards EXPManual Focus Adjustment Adjust the zoomAdjust the focus as necessary Push the joystick towards Back to save the focus adjustmentPress FUNC. to save the setting and close the menu White BalanceOptions White BalanceAudio Recording Mode Audio Recording PlaybackImage Effects Image EffectAudio Playback Modes Selecting the Audio ChannelSelecting the Audio Track on a Tape with Dubbed Audio Self Timer Other FunctionsData Code Digital Effects Effect EffectsFader Faders Digital EffectPress D.EFFECTS to activate the fader/effect Press D.EFFECTSConnecting to a TV or VCR Connection DiagramsAV Terminal DV Terminal Yellow White STV-250N Stereo Video Cable SuppliedRedPlayback on a TV Screen Recording to a VCR or Digital Video RecorderCopyright Signal Digital Video DubbingDubbing Load a blank cassette in this camcorderConnecting to a Computer PC Connection DiagramsConnecting Start the computer Set the camcorder to mode Transferring Video RecordingsEquipment and System Requirements Troubleshooting Power SourceProblem Solution Recording/PlaybackPower or antenna cables of the TV Tape stops during record Pause or playback pauseIf left in playback pause Or record Pause Towards During playbackMessage Explanation/Solution List of MessagesEditing You attempted to play back a copyright protected tape Handling Precautions Battery PackTreat the battery pack with care CamcorderLithium Button Battery About the battery terminal coverCassette Protecting Tapes from Accidental ErasureMaintenance/Others Cleaning the CamcorderStorage Condensation Condensation may form in the following casesUsing the Camcorder Abroad Power SourcesPlayback on a TV Screen System Diagram Availability differs from area to area Optional Accessories Battery PacksCB-2LW Battery Charger CBC-NB2 Car Battery ChargerShoulder Strap WS-20 Wrist StrapSC-2000 Soft Carrying Case Provided Accessories Optional AccessoriesProduct Codes Specifications Power/OthersZR800 SystemCA-590 Compact Power Adapter BP-2L5 Battery PackIndex Second auto dateZoom Zoom speed Page Canon Consumer Digital Video Equipment Limited Warranty CanadaCanon INC Canon U.S.A., INC. NEW Jersey Office
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