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Great Advantages of DVDs
Why DVDs are better than tapes
No need to worry about recording over a tape.
When you use a DVD, the camcorder will automatically record on the empty space of the disc. So you don't have to worry about mistakenly recording over a precious memory.
Just select a scene from the index screen.
You don't need to bother running a tape forwards and backwards to find the scene you want to play back. Simply select a scene from the index screen and start the playback in a breeze.
Easy Playback on a DVD player
After you finalize the disc you recorded, all you have to do is just pop it into a DVD player and start the playback. If you record your disc in VIDEO mode, you will be able to play back your disc on most tabletop DVD players and DVD devices.
Recommended Discs
The camcorder's performance was tested with single-layered discs using Hitachi-Maxell HG series DVD discs; and with dual-layered discs using Canon DVD-R DL54 discs and Verbatim DVD-R DL discs. For further details, contact directly the manufacturer's customer support center. Note that attempting to record or play with this camcorder DVD discs that were recorded, initialized or finalized with other digital devices can result in permanently losing the recordings.
For the highest compatibility with external DVD devices we recommend using the VIDEO mode.
Contents
English
DVD Camcorder
Important Usage Instructions
Introduction
Camcorder switches to the second layer
Playback of a recording spanning both layers, you may
Just select a scene from the index screen
No need to worry about recording over a tape
Easy Playback on a DVD player
DVD-RW
Disc Type
Video
Converting still images into Photomovie scenes
Table of contents
Editing Functions
Playing Back the Disc on an External Device
External Connections
Additional Information
Specifications
General Information
About this Manual
Conventions Used in the Manual
About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide
About this Manual
About the Power Switch
About the Operating Modes
Operation
Bottom position. Push the joystick
Trademark Acknowledgements
Supplied Accessories
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Components Guide
Left side view Right Side View Front view
Back view Top view Bottom view
Operating mode Recording program White balance Image effect
Recording mode Self timer Disc type
Screen Displays
Recording Movies Recording Still Images
Disc access display
Disc operation
Remaining recording time
Recording reminder
Viewing Still Images
Charging the Battery Pack
Disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder
Getting Started
Getting Started
Playback Time
Battery Pack
Charging Time
Camcorder in mode
When Using DVD-R/DVD-R DL Discs
Inserting and Removing a Disc
Inserting the Disc
Preparing the Camcorder
Removing the Disc
Grab the edge of the disc and gently pull it out
Fasten the grip belt
Adjusting the LCD Screen
Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees
LCD Backlight
Keep DISP. pressed down for more than 2 seconds
Using the Menus
Press FUNC. to save the settings and close the menu
Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option
Press Func
Changing the Language
First Time Settings
Changing the Time Zone
Setting the Date and Time
DATE/TIME Setup
Select DATE/TIME Setup and press Select DATE/TIME and press
DATE/TIME 1.JAN.2007 1200 AM
Move the lens cover switch down to
Recording
Shooting Video
Basic Functions
Camera Setup
Selecting the Aspect Ratio of your
Recording
Push the joystick toward
Taking Photos
Press Photo fully
Zooming
Quick Start Function
Press Quick Start firmly
Optical zoom 35x 30x Digital zoom
Green Play indicator will turn on
Playback
Playing Back the Video
Playback
Push the joystick toward or To adjust the volume
Displaying the Photos
Fast Playback
Slow Playback
Slideshow
Slideshow
Index Screen Move the zoom lever toward W
Select , an image
Move the zoom lever toward T
Magnifying Photos during Playback
Zoom lever Joystick
Menu Options Lists
FUNC. Menu
Program AE
Image Effect OFF, VIVID, Neutral
Setup Menus
CANCEL, Start
Camera Setup
1024x768, S 640x480 Quality
About the color of the zoom indicator
Mode switch P On , OFF
Mode switch P ONAiAF, ONCENTER, OFF ON, OFF
Compensate for a normal degree of camcorder shake
VIDEO, VR, Cancel
Disc type Video mode Finalized NO, YES
Disc type VR mode NO, YES
Disc Operations
Display Setup
Still IMG Oper
System Setup
High Volume
RESET, Continuous
10 min
DATE/TIME Setup
D 2007.1.1 AM 1200, M.D,Y JAN , 2007 1200 AM
Y 1.JAN.2007 1200 AM
Changes the date format for on-screen displays
Using the Recording Programs
Auto
Portrait Snow Spotlight
Sports Beach Fireworks
Desired option
Flexible Recording Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed
Last icon on the right icon
Shutter speed guidelines
Picture may not appear smooth during playback
Manual Exposure Adjustment
Manual Focus Adjustment
Adjust the brightness of the image as required
Push the joystick toward EXP
White Balance
Infinity Focus
FUNC. Desired option
AUTO
Press FUNC. to save the setting and close the menu
Image Effects
Still Image Recording Options
Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images
Still Image Recording Options
1024x768/FINE
Camera Setup Focus PRI
ONAiAF Mode switch P*, Auto
Automatic Focus Priority
Except for the Fireworks recording program
Display Setup Data Code
Other Functions
On-Screen Displays
Selecting the Data Code
Camera Setup Self Timer
Self Timer
BLK&WHT, Sepia
Setting
Pause mode
FUNC. ** Desired fader/effect
Applying
Managing Scenes
Creating a Playlist
Adding Scenes to the Playlist
Editing Functions
Moving Scenes in the Playlist
Deleting Scenes
Deleting a Single Scene
Deleting a Scene Just After Recording
Dividing a Scene
Select YES and press
Deleting All Scenes
Editing
Managing the Disc
Protecting the Disc
Initializing the Disc
Managing the Disc
Changing the Disc Title
Disc Operations Disc Initialize Video YES
Disc Operations Disc Title
Enter the title Up to 20 characters
Managing Photos
Erasing Photos
Menu
Erase ALL Images
Converting Photos into Photomovie Scenes
Converting a Single Image
FUNC. Convert to Scene FUNC. Execute
Converting All Images
Restrictions after Disc Finalization
Finalizing the Disc
Recordings Disc
Finalizing the Disc
Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter
Disc Operations Finalize
Disc type DVD-RW Video mode
Disc Operations Unfinalize
Discs that Can be Unfinalized
Additional scenes even
Connecting to a TV or VCR
Connection Diagrams
Connecting to a TV or VCR
AV Terminal
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder
Troubleshooting
Power Source
Trouble?
Recording/Playback
Not a malfunction Not go off Point where the start/stop
Disc cannot be ejected
Off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use
Faintly heard Occasionally the operation Sound can be heard
Playback/Editing
Playing Back the Disc in an External DVD Device
List of Messages
Message Explanation
Disc could not be read. Try cleaning it or replace the disc
Onto it. Try cleaning the disc or replace it
Could not recover a corrupted file
Do not disconnect the compact power adapter or remove
Handling Precautions
Battery Pack
Treat the battery pack with care
Camcorder
Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery
Mini DVD Disc
70 Do’s and Don’ts
Camcorder for about 3 months
Maintenance/Others
Cleaning
Storage
Condensation
Power Sources
Using the Camcorder Abroad
72 Do’s and Don’ts
System Diagram Availability differs from area to area
General Information
Optional Accessories
Battery Packs
CG-300E Battery Charger
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended
WS-20 Wrist Strap
SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case
DC201/DC210/DC211
Specifications
System
CA-570 Compact Power Adapter
BP-208 Battery Pack
Power/Others
Output Terminals
Index
Aspect ratio 9 Point AiAF Autofocus
Quick Start function
White balance Wide angle Wide TV 169 Widescreen Wind screen
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