Canon LEGRIA FS21, LEGRIA FS20 Memory Card and Accessories, Connections with External Devices

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Screen displays turn on and off repeatedly.

-The battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack ( 17).

-Remove the battery pack and reattach it correctly.

Abnormal characters appear on the screen and the camcorder does not operate properly.

-Disconnect the power source and reconnect it after a short time. If the problem still persists, disconnect the power source and press the RESET button with a pointed item. Pressing the RESET button resets all settings.

Video noise appears on screen.

-When using the camcorder close to devices that emit strong electromagnetic fields (plasma TVs, cellular phones, etc.), keep a distance between the camcorder and these devices.

Sound is distorted or is recorded at lower levels.

-When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks, shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may not be recorded at the actual levels. This is not a malfunction.

The picture is displayed correctly but there is no sound from the built-in speaker.

-Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume ( 35).

-If the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder, disconnect it.

-[AV/PHONES] is set to [ PHONES]. Change it to [ AV] ( 87).

Memory Card and Accessories

Cannot insert the memory card.

- The memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the memory card over and insert it ( 28).

Cannot record on the memory card.

-The memory card is full. Erase some recordings to free some space or replace the memory card.

-Initialize the memory card ( 29) when you use it with the camcorder for the first time.

-The LOCK switch on the SD or SDHC memory card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the position of the LOCK switch.

-In order to record movies, a compatible memory card must be inserted ( 28).

-The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value. Set [PHOTO NOS.] to [RESET] ( 87) and insert a new memory card.

-The camcorder may not be able to record on a memory card that was recorded on with another device.

The wireless controller will not work.

-Set [WL.REMOTE] to [ON].

-Replace the battery of the wireless controller.

Connections with External Devices

Video noise appears on the TV screen.

-When using the camcorder in a room where a TV is located, keep a distance between the compact power adapter and the power or antenna cables of the TV.

Playback looks fine on the camcorder but there is no image on the TV screen.

-The video input on the TV is not set to the video terminal to which you connected the camcorder. Select the correct video input.

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Contents Digital Video Camcorder Important Usage Instructions Getting to Know the Camcorder Table of contents Basic Playback Basic RecordingAdvanced Functions Playlist and Scene OperationsAdditional Functions Printing PhotosTerminals on the Camcorder Trouble? Appendix Menu Options Lists102 Do’s and Don’ts General InformationConventions Used in this Manual About this ManualDefault value is shown in boldface Names of buttons and switches otherThan the joystick are indicated within Button frameSupplied Accessories and CD-ROMs Following accessories are supplied with the camcorderPixela Application Disc Ver.1 Disc 2 CD-ROM Left side view Right side view Front view Components GuideBack view Top view Bottom view Wireless Controller WL-D88 Recording Movies Screen DisplaysRecording Photos Viewing Photos Memory operation Remaining battery timeRemaining recording time Number of photos availableCharging the Battery Pack Connect the power cord to the compact power adapterGetting Started Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to TroubleshootingDisconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder Insert the battery holder Preparing the Wireless Controller Only and AccessoriesPlace the lithium button battery with the + side facing up To USE the Wireless ControllerTo Remove the Grip Belt Accessories Fasten the grip beltTo Attach a Wrist Strap To Attach a Shoulder StrapAdjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degreesTo Reattach the Grip Belt LCD Backlight Repeat the operation to switch between normal and brightBasic Operation Camcorder Operating ModesRecording Dual Shot and Flexible Recording Joystick and Joystick Guide PlaybackUse the joystick to operate the camcorders menus Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option in Recording Mode Using the MenusPress FUNC. to save the settings and close the menu Press FuncSetting the Date and Time First Time SettingsSelect , the icon Press to open the setup menus Set the time zone, date and time againDATE/TIME Setup T.ZONE/DST DATE/TIME Setup DATE/TIMEChanging the Language Changing the Time ZoneMake sure that the ON/OFFCHG power/charge indicator is off Using a Memory CardMemory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder Inserting and Removing a Memory CardMemory Oper Initializing the Built-In Memory Only or Memory CardSelecting the Memory for the Recordings InitializeInitialize Initialization method YES* OK Set the camera mode dial to or Turn on the camcorder Basic RecordingShooting Video Selecting the Video Quality Recording Mode Standard Play 6Mbps Desired recording modeZooming Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom Approximate recording times for moviesUsing the Zoom Camera SetupSelecting the Zoom Type Options Zoom Type Desired optionSecond*, allowing you to record the subject right away Quick Start FunctionVariable Constant at SpeedBasic Playback Set the camera mode dial to or PressPlaying Back the Video Press / orTo enter the special playback modes Special playback modesWhich to play back recordings Only Selecting Scenes by Recording DateSelect the media Open the list of recordingsFUNC. Scene Search Calendar Open the calendar screenMove , the cursor to the desired date Press to return to the index screenPress to begin the playback Pre-selecting Recordings from the Index ScreenSelect the movies or the photo index screen Open the selection screenPress FUNC. twice to close the menu Deleting ScenesRemove ALL Selections Delete the scenesSpecial Scene Recording Programs Advanced FunctionsProgram AE Portrait FireworksSports PortraitSunset SpotlightProgram AE Desired recording program Mini Video LightShutter speed guidelines To SET the Shutter SpeedCD-ROM. For details, refer to Video SnapshotRecording Scenes Combining Scenes with MusicSelect Music Set the background musicSelect Track There is no sound during fast playbackPre-recording Function Self TimerPress Start/Stop to begin recording ModeAdjust the the brightness of the image as required Manual Exposure AdjustmentAutomatic Backlight Correction Select a recording program other than FireworksAdjust the focus as necessary Manual Focus AdjustmentWhite Balance Infinity FocusAuto Desired option Image EffectsTo SET the Custom White Balance Image Effect OFFDigital Effects SettingImage Effect OFF Desired option ApplyingUsing Headphones System Setup AV/PHONES PhonesOn-Screen Displays and Data Code Connecting a Microphone Using an External MicrophoneTo Adjust the Volume Headphones Or modeDividing Scenes When the confirmation screen Appears, pressFUNC. Divide Scene selected will start playing backThis step is not necessary for scenes selected in advance Adding Scenes to the PlaylistAdd the scenes to the playlist Deleting Scenes from the PlaylistSelect , the scene you want to delete Copying ScenesMoving Scenes in the Playlist Select YES and press to move the sceneCopy the scenes FUNC. Copy Desired option YESFUNC. Copy YES* OK Func Selecting Photo Size and Quality Taking PhotosPress Photo fully Press Photo halfwayApproximate number of photos on a memory card When the camera mode dial is set To or Viewing PhotosErasing a Photo Right After Recording It Push the joystick to move between photos Push the joystick to move between imagesPhoto Jump Function Select , a photoPress / to play back the photos one after another Magnifying Photos during PlaybackPhoto index screen, press Select a track to play with the slideshowOpen the photo index screen Deleting PhotosSelect , the photo you want to delete Delete the photosAdditional Functions Drive Mode Continuous Shooting and Exposure BracketingSelect a recording program other than Fireworks Options Single Desired optionProtecting Photos Histogram DisplayProtecting Single Photos Open the photo selection screen FUNC. ProtectProtect Copying PhotosCopying Single Photos Copy the photo to the memory cardConnection . Refer to Connection Diagrams Printing PhotosYou can also use the following Functions Printing with the Print/Share Button Selecting the Print SettingsSelect the photo you wish to print Press If continues to flash for more thanTo Cancel the Printing Printing after Changing the Print SettingsWhen YOU have Finished Printing Press while printing Select OK and pressPrint Errors Print OrdersPrinting multiple photos on the same sheet 2-UP, 4-UP, etc Print Order Open the print settings menuMenu PrintPage Terminals on the Camcorder Connection DiagramsUSB Terminal Type Analog Output onlyPhones to AV in advance Playback on a TV ScreenTurn on the connected TV Type Digital data connectionSaving and Backing Up Your Recordings Backing Up Your Recordings on a ComputerAuthoring DVD Discs and Photo DVDs Preparations on the Camcorder System SetupSelect the scenes or photos you want to add to the disc ADD to DiscPress the start button on the DVD burner To Create AN Additional Copy of the Same DiscTo Play Back a DVD Disc Transferring Photos to a Computer Direct Transfer Copying your Recordings to an External Video RecorderConnect the camcorder to the computer using the USB cable FIRST-TIME Connection to a Computer Running WindowsConnection to a Computer Running Transferring Photos To cancel the transfer, select Cancel and press , or pressSelect a transfer option Press Press FUNC. to return to the transfer menuTransfer Orders Setting Transfer Orders from the Index ScreenFUNC. Transfer Order appears on the screen Select the photo you want to mark with a transfer orderAppendix Menu Options Lists Menu item Setting optionsFUNC. Menu Playback Modes OFF Menu itemAdditional Information Display Setup BUILT-IN MEM, CardOFF Deutsch Demo Mode OFFTürkçe Start Week10 min Wide TVContinuous Additional Information ZONE/DST DATE/TIME SetupList of world time zones DATE/TIME Date FormatTroubleshooting Power sourceCheck this First Vertical light bar appears on the screen RecordingPicture and Sound Indicators and Onscreen DisplaysConnections with External Devices Memory Card and AccessoriesList of Messages in alphabetical order Cannot Play Back Cannot Access the BUILT-IN Memory Cannot Enter the Standby Mode NOWCannot Record Cannot Access the BUILT-IN Memory Cannot EditConnect the Compact Power Adapter Change the Battery PackCard Initialize Using only the Camcorder Naming ErrorProcess Canceled Print Order ErrorTask in Progress do not Disconnect the Power Source Camcorder is SET to Movie ModeTransfer Order Error Camcorder is SET to Photo ModeUnable to Recover Data Card is SET for Erasure PreventionMessages Related to the Optional DW-100 DVD Burner Direct Print Related Messages 100101 Handling Precautions Camcorder102 Remaining Battery Time Battery PackTreat the battery pack with care Memory CardLithium Button Battery Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryDisposal 104Cleaning Maintenance/OthersCondensation 105Power Sources Using the Camcorder AbroadMusic Files 106Private Mymusic 107Canon Mymusic MUSIC99.WAV108 System Diagram Availability differs from area to areaIFC-400PCU ScartOptional Accessories Use the battery charger to charge the battery packs109 110 Using a memory cardRecording and Playback Times OnlySC-2000 Soft Carrying Case 111Specifications 112System Power/Others 113Terminals CA-570 Compact Power Adapter BP-808 Battery Pack114 115 IndexDeleting/Erasing Fireworks recording program Focus116 Night recording program Onscreen display selectionRecording Movies Photos Trademark Acknowledgements 117Canon Inc
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