Canon DC201, DC210, DC211 instruction manual Taking Photos, Press Photo fully

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manually. To play back on a TV with normal aspect ratio (4:3) change the [TV TYPE] setting accordingly ( 38).

Taking Photos

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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 (Still images) position.

4Press PHOTO halfway.

Once the focus is automatically adjusted, will turn green and one or more AF frames will appear.

5 Press PHOTO fully.

The DISC access indicator will flash as the still image is being recorded.

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IMPORTANT

Avoid the following actions while the disc

access display ( ) appears on screen, and when 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 position of the / switch or the operating mode.

NOTES

If the subject is not suitable for autofocus, turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually

( 43).

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Contents DVD Camcorder EnglishImportant Usage Instructions Camcorder switches to the second layer IntroductionPlayback of a recording spanning both layers, you may No need to worry about recording over a tape Just select a scene from the index screenEasy 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 OperationSupplied Accessories Trademark AcknowledgementsGetting 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 timeViewing Still Images Getting Started Charging the Battery PackDisconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder Getting StartedBattery Pack Playback TimeCharging 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 OptionFirst Time Settings Changing the LanguageChanging 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 WMagnifying Photos during Playback Move the zoom lever toward TZoom 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 optionShutter speed guidelines Last icon on the right iconPicture 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 DisplaysSelf Timer Camera Setup 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. ExecuteFinalizing the Disc Restrictions after Disc FinalizationRecordings Disc Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter Finalizing the DiscDisc 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 StorageUsing the Camcorder Abroad Power Sources72 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 StrapSpecifications DC201/DC210/DC211System 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