Canon DC 100 Important Usage Instructions, Class 1 Laser Product, European Union and EEA only

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Important Usage Instructions

WARNING!

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING!

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

CAUTION:

DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE.

The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to disconnect the plug in case of an accident.

CA-570 identification plate is located on the bottom.

Using any device other than the Compact Power Adapter CA-570 may damage the camcorder.

This product has been classified under IEC60825-1:1993 and EN60825-1:1994.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

European Union (and EEA) only.

This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) and your

national law. This product should be handed over to a designated collection

point, e.g., on an authorized one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar product or to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products, please visit www.canon-europe.com/environment.

(EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)

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Contents DVD Camcorder European Union and EEA only Important Usage InstructionsClass 1 Laser Product Advantages of DVDs An Introduction to DVDs So... what disc to choose?Feature Video mode VR mode DVD-R DVD-RWTable of contents Disc Options Editing the Scenes DVD-RW in VR mode onlyConnecting to a TV and VCR Still Image OptionsAbout the Multi Selector About this ManualConventions Used in the Manual Selecting an Option MENU/FUNCSelecting FUNC. Menu Options About the Operating ModesSelecting Menu options To activate the still images modesTrademark Acknowledgements Checking the Supplied AccessoriesTo change the operating mode Components Guide Left side view Right side view Front viewTop view Bottom view Back view Recording Still Images Screen DisplaysRecording Movies Recording reminder Disc operationPlaying Movies During Playback Remaining battery chargePlaying Movies Index Screen Viewing Still ImagesGetting Started Preparing the Power SupplyTo remove the battery pack Charging is completedLCD Normal Recording Mode Max Typical Playback TimeViewfinder LCD BrightRotating the LCD Panel Adjusting the LCD ScreenPreparing the Camcorder LCD BacklightChanging the Display Language Setting the Time Zone / Daylight Saving TimeMenu DATE/TIME Setup ZONE/DST Paris MenuTime Zones Setting the Date and TimeMenu DATE/TIME Setup Loading and Removing a Disc When using DVD-R discsWhen using a DVD-RW Inserting the DiscRemoving the Disc Grab the edges of the disc and gently pull it outBefore You Begin Recording RecordingRecording Movies Press Wide SCR Reviewing the Last Scene RecordedPress and release record review Damage the camcorderFrames appear Recording Still ImagesPress Start/Stop fully Zooming 25x Optical ZoomSpecial Playback Modes PlaybackPlaying Back Movies Press Menu to save the setting and close the menu Adjusting the VolumeMenu System Setup Slow Forward Playback / Slow Reverse PlaybackIndex Screen Viewing Still ImagesSlideshow SlideshowPush the multi selector and keep it pressed down Magnifying the ImageImage Jump Function Will appear for images that cannot be enlargedData Code display Display Setup Data Code Date & TimeSelecting the Recording Data Display Selecting the Data CodeOptions Lists Menu / Func Menu OptionsWind Screen Self TimerFocus PRI Erase ALL ImagesPhotomovie Playlst ALL DELDisc Protect Disc TitlePower Save Demo ModeVolume Beep File NOS RESET, ContinuousZONE/DST DATE/TIME Date Format FUNC. Menu OptionsTV Type Add to playlist Effect OFF, BLK&WHT Recording modeStill image size/quality Move a sceneUsing the Recording Programs Program AE Shutter-Priority AE Aperture-Priority AESelecting the Recording Program Using the Program AE ModeMove the mode switch between the recording categories Select the recording program Using the Shutter-Priority AE ModeShutter speed guideline Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode Aperture value guidelineChanging the Metering Method Manually Adjusting the ExposureAdjust the brightness of the image as required Press EXPInfinity Focus Manually Adjusting the FocusAdjust the zoom Press Focus MF appearsChanging the Autofocus Mode Select the autofocus modeUsing the Self Timer Appears When you have set the custom white balance Setting the White BalancePress FUNC. to save the setting and close the menu AutoPage Applying Image Enhancing Effects Fader Faders Using the Digital EffectsSelecting a Fader / Effect Effect EffectsApplying Using the Multi-Image ScreenSetting Fader EffectMULTI-S Speed SplitSuper Fine Selecting the Size and Quality of Still ImagesDVD-R/-RW DVD-RW FineMoving Scenes in the Playlist Creating a PlaylistAdding Scenes to the Playlist FUNC. ADD to PlaylistDeleting a Scene Just After Recording Deleting ScenesDeleting a Single Scene Deleting All ScenesDivide YES Dividing a SceneDivide Initializing the Disc Disc OptionsProtecting the Disc Disc Operations Disc Initialize Video YESChanging the Disc Title SETErasing a Single Image Just After Recording Erasing Still ImagesErasing a Single Image Erasing All ImagesConverting All Images Converting Still Images into Photomovie ScenesConverting a Single Image FUNC. Convert to Scene FUNC. ExecuteRestrictions after Disc Finalization DVD-R Video mode DVD-RW DVD-RW in VR ModePreparing your Disc for Playing on a DVD Player Finalize Additional Edit Recordings Initializing UnfinalizingOn a Computer’s DVD Drive Finalizing the DiscOn a DVD Player Recording Additional Movies on a Finalized Disc Unfinalize UnfinalizeSelecting the Type of TV Connection Diagram TVs without Scart terminalPlaying Back on a TV Screen Connection Diagram TVs with Scart terminal Recording to a VCR Problem Solution TroubleshootingPower Source Recording/PlaybackSET the Time Zone Playback/Editing Message Explanation List of MessagesPlaying Back the Disc in an External DVD Device Cannot Divide Treat the battery pack with care Handling PrecautionsBattery Pack CamcorderMini DVD Disc Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryAbout the battery terminal cover Storage Maintenance/OthersCleaning CondensationUsing the Camcorder Abroad System Diagram Availability differs from area to area CG-300E Battery Charger Optional AccessoriesBattery Packs Shoulder StrapSC-2000 Soft Carrying Case DC100/DC95 SpecificationsPower/Others SystemCA-570 Compact Power Adapter BP-208 Battery PackGrip belt IndexScreen ratio Record reviewXP mode Scene Editing SCN Special Scene