Canon DC211, DC201, DC210 Finalizing the Disc, Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter

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Finalizing the Disc

The length of the finalization process depends on the scenes recorded and the remaining free space on the disc.

POINTS TO CHECK

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Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter.

FUNC.

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FUNC.

MENU*

DISC OPERATIONS

FINALIZE

FUNC. ** YES

* Only when using a DVD-RW recorded in VR mode. With discs recorded in VIDEO mode, pressing FUNC. will open the menu directly on the setup menus screen.

**During the disc finalization a progress bar is displayed. Close the menu only after the screen display returns to the [DISC OPERATIONS] menu.

Playing Back your Disc on a DVD Player or a Computer’s DVD Drive

After finalizing the disc, you can play it on DVD players compatible with the type of disc you used (DVD-R, DVD-R DL or DVD-RW). You cannot play back discs that have not yet been finalized on an external DVD device.

For details about disc compatibility refer to the instruction manual of the DVD player or DVD drive.

ON A DVD PLAYER

1Turn on the TV and DVD player.

2Insert a finalized disc in the DVD player.

3Select the scene you want to play from the index screen.

ON A cOMPUTER’S DVD DRIVE

1Insert a finalized disc in the DVD drive.

2Run the DVD playback software.

•Refer also to the instruction manual and help modules of your DVD playback software.

•To view still images recorded on the disc, close first any DVD playback software that may be running.

NOTES

DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode can only be played on VR mode-compatible DVD players.

Depending on your DVD device you may not be able to play the disc.

The resolution of Photomovie scenes will be lower than that of the original still images.

In order to play the disc on a computer you need to have DVD playback software installed and running. Also, in order to play back a DVD-R DL you must have a DVD drive capable of reading dual-layered DVD discs.

Playing Back the Disc on an External Device

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Contents DVD Camcorder EnglishImportant Usage Instructions Playback of a recording spanning both layers, you may Camcorder switches to the second layerIntroduction Easy Playback on a DVD player No need to worry about recording over a tapeJust select a scene from the index screen 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 OperationGetting to Know the Camcorder Supplied AccessoriesTrademark Acknowledgements 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 StartedCharging Time Battery PackPlayback 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 Time Zone First Time SettingsChanging the Language 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 WZoom lever Joystick Magnifying Photos during PlaybackMove the zoom lever toward T 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 optionPicture may not appear smooth during playback Shutter speed guidelinesLast icon on the right icon 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 DisplaysBLK&WHT, Sepia Self TimerCamera Setup Self Timer 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. ExecuteRecordings Disc Finalizing the DiscRestrictions after Disc Finalization Disc Operations Finalize Power the camcorder using the compact power adapterFinalizing the Disc 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 Storage72 Do’s and Don’ts Using the Camcorder AbroadPower Sources 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 StrapSystem SpecificationsDC201/DC210/DC211 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