Canon DC210, DC201, DC211 Shooting Video, Basic Functions, Before You Begin Recording

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Recording

Shooting Video

Before You Begin Recording

Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. Since recordings made on a DVD-R or DVD-R DL disc cannot be deleted, we recommend you use a DVD-RW disc to make the test recordings.

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1Move the power switch to ON to set the camcorder in CAMERA mode. The red CAMERA indicator will turn on.

2Move the lens cover switch down to

to open the lens cover.

3Move the / switch to the (Movies) position.

4 Press Start/Stop to begin recording.

•The recording starts; press Start/Stop again to pause the recording.

•The DISC access indicator will flash while recording and will stay on briefly after pausing while the scene is recorded on the disc.

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WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED RECORDING

1Make sure that the DISC access lamp is off.

2Turn off the camcorder.

3Close the lens cover and the LCD panel.

4Remove the disc.

IMPORTANT

Avoid the following actions while the DISC access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss.

-Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts.

-Do not open the disc cover and do not remove the disc.

-Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.

-Do not change the operating mode.

NOTES

About the recording time: By changing the recording mode you can change the recording time available on the disc ( 33).

When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case, use the viewfinder instead.

When recording in very loud places (such as fireworks shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may not be recorded at

the actual levels. This is not a malfunction. About the Power Save mode: To save power

when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, the camcorder will automatically shut off if left without any operations for 5 minutes

( 38). To restore the power, slide the power switch toward MODE and release it, or move

the power switch to and back to ON

again.

About the LCD and viewfinder screen: The screens are produced using extremely high- precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black, red, blue or green dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.

Basic Functions

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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 Disc Type DVD-RWVideo Converting still images into Photomovie scenesTable of contents Playing Back the Disc on an External Device Editing FunctionsExternal Connections Additional InformationGeneral Information SpecificationsConventions Used in the Manual About this ManualAbout the Joystick and the Joystick Guide About this ManualAbout the Operating Modes About the Power SwitchOperation Bottom position. Push the joystickTrademark Acknowledgements Supplied AccessoriesGetting to Know the Camcorder Left side view Right Side View Front view Components GuideBack view Top view Bottom view Recording mode Self timer Disc type Operating mode Recording program White balance Image effectScreen Displays Recording Movies Recording Still ImagesDisc operation Disc access displayRemaining recording time Recording reminderViewing Still Images Disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder Charging the Battery PackGetting Started Getting StartedPlayback Time Battery PackCharging Time When Using DVD-R/DVD-R DL Discs Camcorder in modeInserting and Removing a Disc Inserting the DiscRemoving the Disc Preparing the CamcorderGrab the edge of the disc and gently pull it out Fasten the grip beltRotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees Adjusting the LCD ScreenLCD Backlight Keep DISP. pressed down for more than 2 secondsPress FUNC. to save the settings and close the menu Using the MenusSelecting a FUNC. Menu Option Press FuncChanging the Language First Time SettingsChanging the Time Zone DATE/TIME Setup Setting the Date and TimeSelect DATE/TIME Setup and press Select DATE/TIME and press DATE/TIME 1.JAN.2007 1200 AMRecording Move the lens cover switch down toShooting Video Basic FunctionsSelecting the Aspect Ratio of your Camera SetupRecording Push the joystick towardPress Photo fully Taking PhotosQuick Start Function ZoomingPress Quick Start firmly Optical zoom 35x 30x Digital zoomPlayback Green Play indicator will turn onPlaying Back the Video PlaybackDisplaying the Photos Push the joystick toward or To adjust the volumeFast Playback Slow PlaybackSlideshow SlideshowIndex Screen Move the zoom lever toward W Select , an imageMove the zoom lever toward T Magnifying Photos during PlaybackZoom lever Joystick FUNC. Menu Menu Options ListsProgram AE Image Effect OFF, VIVID, NeutralCANCEL, Start Setup MenusCamera Setup 1024x768, S 640x480 QualityMode switch P On , OFF About the color of the zoom indicatorMode switch P ONAiAF, ONCENTER, OFF ON, OFF Compensate for a normal degree of camcorder shakeDisc type Video mode Finalized NO, YES VIDEO, VR, CancelDisc type VR mode NO, YES Disc OperationsStill IMG Oper Display SetupHigh Volume System SetupRESET, Continuous 10 minD 2007.1.1 AM 1200, M.D,Y JAN , 2007 1200 AM DATE/TIME SetupY 1.JAN.2007 1200 AM Changes the date format for on-screen displaysAuto Using the Recording ProgramsPortrait Snow Spotlight Sports Beach FireworksFlexible Recording Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed Desired optionLast icon on the right icon Shutter speed guidelinesPicture may not appear smooth during playback Manual Focus Adjustment Manual Exposure AdjustmentAdjust the brightness of the image as required Push the joystick toward EXPInfinity Focus White BalanceFUNC. Desired option AUTOImage Effects Press FUNC. to save the setting and close the menuSelecting the Size and Quality of Still Images Still Image Recording OptionsStill Image Recording Options 1024x768/FINEONAiAF Mode switch P*, Auto Camera Setup Focus PRIAutomatic Focus Priority Except for the Fireworks recording programOther Functions Display Setup Data CodeOn-Screen Displays Selecting the Data CodeCamera Setup Self Timer Self TimerBLK&WHT, Sepia Pause mode SettingFUNC. ** Desired fader/effect ApplyingCreating a Playlist Managing ScenesAdding Scenes to the Playlist Editing FunctionsDeleting Scenes Moving Scenes in the PlaylistDeleting a Single Scene Deleting a Scene Just After RecordingSelect YES and press Dividing a SceneDeleting All Scenes EditingProtecting the Disc Managing the DiscInitializing the Disc Managing the DiscDisc Operations Disc Initialize Video YES Changing the Disc TitleDisc Operations Disc Title Enter the title Up to 20 charactersErasing Photos Managing PhotosMenu Erase ALL ImagesConverting a Single Image Converting Photos into Photomovie ScenesFUNC. Convert to Scene FUNC. Execute Converting All ImagesRestrictions after Disc Finalization Finalizing the DiscRecordings Disc Finalizing the Disc Power the camcorder using the compact power adapterDisc Operations Finalize Disc Operations Unfinalize Disc type DVD-RW Video modeDiscs that Can be Unfinalized Additional scenes evenConnection Diagrams Connecting to a TV or VCRConnecting to a TV or VCR AV TerminalRecording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder Power Source TroubleshootingTrouble? Recording/PlaybackDisc cannot be ejected Not a malfunction Not go off Point where the start/stopOff the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use Faintly heard Occasionally the operation Sound can be heardPlayback/Editing Playing Back the Disc in an External DVD Device Message Explanation List of MessagesOnto it. Try cleaning the disc or replace it Disc could not be read. Try cleaning it or replace the discCould not recover a corrupted file Do not disconnect the compact power adapter or removeBattery Pack Handling PrecautionsTreat the battery pack with care CamcorderMini DVD Disc Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery70 Do’s and Don’ts Camcorder for about 3 monthsCleaning Maintenance/OthersStorage CondensationPower Sources Using the Camcorder Abroad72 Do’s and Don’ts General Information System Diagram Availability differs from area to areaBattery Packs Optional AccessoriesCG-300E Battery Charger Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommendedSC-2000 Soft Carrying Case WS-20 Wrist StrapDC201/DC210/DC211 SpecificationsSystem BP-208 Battery Pack CA-570 Compact Power AdapterPower/Others Output TerminalsAspect ratio 9 Point AiAF Autofocus IndexWhite balance Wide angle Wide TV 169 Widescreen Wind screen Quick Start functionCanon INC