Canon DC201, DC210, DC211 Handling Precautions, Camcorder, Battery Pack, Do’s and Don’ts

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Handling Precautions

Camcorder

Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts while the DISC access indicator is on or flashing. The data may not be correctly recorded on the disc, and the recording may be permanently lost.

Do not touch the pick up lens.

Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel or the disc cover. Be careful when closing the LCD panel.

Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures (like the inside of a car under direct sunlight), or high humidity.

Do not use the camcorder near strong electric or magnetic fields such as above TVs, near plasma TVs or mobile phones.

Do not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources. Do not leave the camcorder pointed at a bright subject.

Do not use or store the camcorder in dusty or sandy places. The camcorder is not waterproof – avoid also water, mud or salt. If any of the above should get into the camcorder it may damage the camcorder and/or the lens. Be sure to close the disc compartment cover after use.

Be careful of heat generated by lighting equipment.

Do not disassemble the camcorder. If the camcorder does not function properly, consult qualified service personnel.

Handle the camcorder with care. Do not subject the camcorder to shocks or vibration as this may cause damage.

Battery Pack

DANGER!

Treat the battery pack with care.

Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).

Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 60 °C. Do not leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather.

Do not try to disassemble or modify it.

Do not drop or knock it.

Do not get it wet.

Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge.

Contact of the battery terminals with metallic objects may cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack.

Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camcorder. Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth.

Since storing a charged battery pack for a long time (about 1 year) can shorten its lifecycle or affect performance, we recommend to discharge the battery pack fully and to store it in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30 °C. If you do not use the battery pack for long periods, charge and discharge it fully at least once a year. If you have more than one battery pack, perform these precautions at the same time for all battery packs.

Although the battery pack’s operating temperature range is from 0 °C to 40 °C, the optimal range is from 10 °C to 30 °C. At cold temperatures, performance will temporarily decline. Warm it in your pocket before use.

Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes substantially at normal temperatures.

Additional Information

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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 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 joystickSupplied Accessories Trademark AcknowledgementsGetting 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 StartedBattery Pack Playback TimeCharging 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 FuncFirst Time Settings Changing the LanguageChanging 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 imageMagnifying Photos during Playback Move the zoom lever toward TZoom 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 optionShutter speed guidelines Last icon on the right iconPicture 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 AUTOImage 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/FINEONAiAF  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 CodeSelf Timer Camera Setup 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 ImagesFinalizing the Disc Restrictions after Disc FinalizationRecordings Disc Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter Finalizing the DiscDisc 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 CondensationUsing the Camcorder Abroad Power Sources72 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 StrapSpecifications DC201/DC210/DC211System 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