Canon DC210, DC201, DC211 Inserting and Removing a Disc, Inserting the Disc, Camcorder in mode

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Inserting and Removing a Disc

Use only 8 cm mini DVD discs marked with

the DVD-R logo (including DVD-R

DL) or the DVD-RW logo. Refer also to Recommended Discs ( 4).

Before inserting the disc be sure to check that the recording surface is clean. If necessary, use a soft lens-cleaning cloth to remove any fingerprints, dirt buildup or smudges from the disc surface.

Inserting the Disc

POINTS TO CHECK

( 10)

Pick up lens

1Move the power switch to ON to set

the camcorder in mode.

2Slide OPEN fully in the direction of the arrow and gently open the disc cover completely until it stops.

Retract the grip belt under the camcorder so it will not get in the way of the disc cover.

3Insert the disc and press its center firmly until it clicks in place.

•Insert the disc with the recording side facing down (single sided discs – label side facing out).

•Be careful not to touch the recording surface of the disc or the pick up lens.

4Close the disc cover.

Do not force the cover closed if the disc is not correctly inserted and firmly set in place.

WHEN USING DVD-R/DVD-R DL DISCS

You can start recording movies once the

record pause indication appears.

WHEN USING A DVD-RW

You need to initialize new discs before you can start recording. The disc initialization screen will appear when a new DVD-RW is first inserted if the / switch is set to . The disc initialization screen will not appear when inserting a disc already initialized. In that case, you can start recording once the record pause indication appears.

Select () the desired disc specification and press ( ). For a comparison between the [VIDEO] and [VR] specifications, see How to select a DVD disc ( 3).

You will be asked to confirm the disc specification you selected. Select () [YES] and press ( ) to continue, or select [NO] and press ( ) to return and select a different disc specification.

A confirmation message will appear on the screen. Select () [YES] and press ( ) to start the disc initialization.

Preparations

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Contents DVD Camcorder EnglishImportant Usage Instructions Introduction Camcorder switches to the second layerPlayback of a recording spanning both layers, you may Just select a scene from the index screen No need to worry about recording over a tapeEasy Playback on a DVD player Converting still images into Photomovie scenes DVD-RWDisc Type VideoTable of contents Additional Information Editing FunctionsPlaying Back the Disc on an External Device External ConnectionsGeneral Information SpecificationsAbout this Manual About this ManualConventions Used in the Manual About the Joystick and the Joystick GuideBottom position. Push the joystick About the Power SwitchAbout the Operating Modes OperationTrademark Acknowledgements Supplied AccessoriesGetting to Know the Camcorder Left side view Right Side View Front view Components GuideBack view Top view Bottom view Recording Movies Recording Still Images Operating mode Recording program White balance Image effectRecording mode Self timer Disc type Screen DisplaysRecording reminder Disc access displayDisc operation Remaining recording time Viewing Still Images Getting Started Charging the Battery PackDisconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder Getting StartedPlayback Time Battery PackCharging Time Inserting the Disc Camcorder in modeWhen Using DVD-R/DVD-R DL Discs Inserting and Removing a DiscFasten the grip belt Preparing the CamcorderRemoving the Disc Grab the edge of the disc and gently pull it outKeep DISP. pressed down for more than 2 seconds Adjusting the LCD ScreenRotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees LCD BacklightPress Func Using the MenusPress FUNC. to save the settings and close the menu Selecting a FUNC. Menu OptionChanging the Language First Time SettingsChanging the Time Zone DATE/TIME 1.JAN.2007 1200 AM Setting the Date and TimeDATE/TIME Setup Select DATE/TIME Setup and press Select DATE/TIME and pressBasic Functions Move the lens cover switch down toRecording Shooting VideoPush the joystick toward Camera SetupSelecting the Aspect Ratio of your RecordingPress Photo fully Taking PhotosOptical zoom 35x 30x Digital zoom ZoomingQuick Start Function Press Quick Start firmlyPlayback Green Play indicator will turn onPlayback Playing Back the VideoSlow Playback Push the joystick toward or To adjust the volumeDisplaying the Photos Fast PlaybackSelect , an image SlideshowSlideshow Index Screen Move the zoom lever toward WMove the zoom lever toward T Magnifying Photos during PlaybackZoom lever Joystick Image Effect OFF, VIVID, Neutral Menu Options ListsFUNC. Menu Program AE1024x768, S 640x480 Quality Setup MenusCANCEL, Start Camera SetupCompensate for a normal degree of camcorder shake About the color of the zoom indicatorMode switch P On , OFF Mode switch P ONAiAF, ONCENTER, OFF ON, OFFDisc Operations VIDEO, VR, CancelDisc type Video mode Finalized NO, YES Disc type VR mode NO, YESStill IMG Oper Display Setup10 min System SetupHigh Volume RESET, ContinuousChanges the date format for on-screen displays DATE/TIME SetupD 2007.1.1 AM 1200, M.D,Y JAN , 2007 1200 AM Y 1.JAN.2007 1200 AMSports Beach Fireworks Using the Recording ProgramsAuto Portrait Snow SpotlightFlexible Recording Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed Desired optionLast icon on the right icon Shutter speed guidelinesPicture may not appear smooth during playback Push the joystick toward EXP Manual Exposure AdjustmentManual Focus Adjustment Adjust the brightness of the image as requiredAUTO White BalanceInfinity Focus FUNC. Desired optionImage Effects Press FUNC. to save the setting and close the menu1024x768/FINE Still Image Recording OptionsSelecting the Size and Quality of Still Images Still Image Recording OptionsExcept for the Fireworks recording program Camera Setup Focus PRIONAiAF Mode switch P*, Auto Automatic Focus PrioritySelecting the Data Code Display Setup Data CodeOther Functions On-Screen DisplaysCamera Setup Self Timer Self TimerBLK&WHT, Sepia Applying SettingPause mode FUNC. ** Desired fader/effectEditing Functions Managing ScenesCreating a Playlist Adding Scenes to the PlaylistDeleting a Scene Just After Recording Moving Scenes in the PlaylistDeleting Scenes Deleting a Single SceneEditing Dividing a SceneSelect YES and press Deleting All ScenesManaging the Disc Managing the DiscProtecting the Disc Initializing the DiscEnter the title Up to 20 characters Changing the Disc TitleDisc Operations Disc Initialize Video YES Disc Operations Disc TitleErase ALL Images Managing PhotosErasing Photos MenuConverting All Images Converting Photos into Photomovie ScenesConverting a Single Image FUNC. Convert to Scene FUNC. ExecuteRestrictions after Disc Finalization Finalizing the DiscRecordings Disc Finalizing the Disc Power the camcorder using the compact power adapterDisc Operations Finalize Additional scenes even Disc type DVD-RW Video modeDisc Operations Unfinalize Discs that Can be UnfinalizedAV Terminal Connecting to a TV or VCRConnection Diagrams Connecting to a TV or VCRRecording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder Recording/Playback TroubleshootingPower Source Trouble?Faintly heard Occasionally the operation Sound can be heard Not a malfunction Not go off Point where the start/stopDisc cannot be ejected Off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming usePlayback/Editing Playing Back the Disc in an External DVD Device Message Explanation List of MessagesDo not disconnect the compact power adapter or remove Disc could not be read. Try cleaning it or replace the discOnto it. Try cleaning the disc or replace it Could not recover a corrupted fileCamcorder Handling PrecautionsBattery Pack Treat the battery pack with careCamcorder for about 3 months Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryMini DVD Disc 70 Do’s and Don’tsCondensation Maintenance/OthersCleaning StoragePower Sources Using the Camcorder Abroad72 Do’s and Don’ts General Information System Diagram Availability differs from area to areaUse of genuine Canon accessories is recommended Optional AccessoriesBattery Packs CG-300E Battery ChargerSC-2000 Soft Carrying Case WS-20 Wrist StrapDC201/DC210/DC211 SpecificationsSystem Output Terminals CA-570 Compact Power AdapterBP-208 Battery Pack Power/OthersAspect ratio 9 Point AiAF Autofocus IndexWhite balance Wide angle Wide TV 169 Widescreen Wind screen Quick Start functionCanon INC