Setting the Date and Time, DATE/TIME Setup | Canon DC201, DC210

24First Time Settings

Setting the Date and Time

DATE/TIME SETUP

DATE/TIME 1.JAN.2007 12:00 AM

FUNC.

( 22)

1Press FUNC. .

2Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to open the setup menus.

3Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP] and press ( ).

4Select ( ) [DATE/TIME] and press ( ).

The first field of the date will be displayed in orange and indicated with up/down arrows.

5Push the joystick ( ) to set the

date and time and ( ) to move between the fields of the date and time.

6Press ( ) to start the clock.

7Press FUNC. to close the menu.

IMPORTANT

When you do not use the camcorder for about

3 months, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date and time setting may be lost. In such case, recharge the built-in lithium battery ( 70) and set the time zone, date and time again.

You can also change the date format ( 39).

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Canon DC201, DC210, DC211 instruction manual Setting the Date and Time, DATE/TIME Setup, DATE/TIME 1.JAN.2007 1200 AM

Contents

English DVD Camcorder Important 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 DVD-RW Disc TypeVideo Converting still images into Photomovie scenes Table of contents Editing Functions Playing Back the Disc on an External DeviceExternal Connections Additional Information Specifications General Information About this Manual Conventions Used in the ManualAbout the Joystick and the Joystick Guide About this Manual About the Power Switch About the Operating ModesOperation Bottom position. Push the joystick Supplied Accessories Trademark AcknowledgementsGetting 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 typeScreen Displays Recording Movies Recording Still Images Disc access display Disc operationRemaining recording time Recording reminder Viewing Still Images Charging the Battery Pack Disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorderGetting Started Getting Started Battery Pack Playback TimeCharging Time Camcorder in mode When Using DVD-R/DVD-R DL DiscsInserting and Removing a Disc Inserting the Disc Preparing the Camcorder Removing the DiscGrab 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 degreesLCD Backlight Keep DISP. pressed down for more than 2 seconds Using the Menus Press FUNC. to save the settings and close the menuSelecting a FUNC. Menu Option Press Func First Time Settings Changing the LanguageChanging the Time Zone Setting the Date and Time DATE/TIME SetupSelect DATE/TIME Setup and press Select DATE/TIME and press DATE/TIME 1.JAN.2007 1200 AM Move the lens cover switch down to RecordingShooting Video Basic Functions Camera Setup Selecting the Aspect Ratio of yourRecording Push the joystick toward Taking Photos Press Photo fully Zooming Quick Start FunctionPress Quick Start firmly Optical zoom 35x 30x Digital zoom Green Play indicator will turn on PlaybackPlaying Back the Video Playback Push the joystick toward or To adjust the volume Displaying the PhotosFast Playback Slow Playback Slideshow SlideshowIndex Screen Move the zoom lever toward W Select , an image Magnifying Photos during Playback Move the zoom lever toward TZoom lever Joystick Menu Options Lists FUNC. MenuProgram AE Image Effect OFF, VIVID, Neutral Setup Menus CANCEL, StartCamera Setup 1024x768, S 640x480 Quality About the color of the zoom indicator Mode switch P On , OFFMode switch P ONAiAF, ONCENTER, OFF ON, OFF Compensate for a normal degree of camcorder shake VIDEO, VR, Cancel Disc type Video mode Finalized NO, YESDisc type VR mode NO, YES Disc Operations Display Setup Still IMG Oper System Setup High VolumeRESET, Continuous 10 min DATE/TIME Setup D 2007.1.1 AM 1200, M.D,Y JAN , 2007 1200 AMY 1.JAN.2007 1200 AM Changes the date format for on-screen displays Using the Recording Programs AutoPortrait Snow Spotlight Sports Beach Fireworks Desired option Flexible Recording Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed Shutter speed guidelines Last icon on the right iconPicture may not appear smooth during playback Manual Exposure Adjustment Manual Focus AdjustmentAdjust the brightness of the image as required Push the joystick toward EXP White Balance Infinity FocusFUNC. 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 ImagesStill Image Recording Options 1024x768/FINE Camera Setup Focus PRI ONAiAF Mode switch P*, AutoAutomatic Focus Priority Except for the Fireworks recording program Display Setup Data Code Other FunctionsOn-Screen Displays Selecting the Data Code Self Timer Camera Setup Self TimerBLK&WHT, Sepia Setting Pause modeFUNC. ** Desired fader/effect Applying Managing Scenes Creating a PlaylistAdding Scenes to the Playlist Editing Functions Moving Scenes in the Playlist Deleting ScenesDeleting a Single Scene Deleting a Scene Just After Recording Dividing a Scene Select YES and pressDeleting All Scenes Editing Managing the Disc Protecting the DiscInitializing the Disc Managing the Disc Changing the Disc Title Disc Operations Disc Initialize Video YESDisc Operations Disc Title Enter the title Up to 20 characters Managing Photos Erasing PhotosMenu Erase ALL Images Converting Photos into Photomovie Scenes Converting a Single ImageFUNC. Convert to Scene FUNC. Execute Converting All Images Finalizing the Disc Restrictions after Disc FinalizationRecordings Disc Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter Finalizing the DiscDisc Operations Finalize Disc type DVD-RW Video mode Disc Operations UnfinalizeDiscs that Can be Unfinalized Additional scenes even Connecting to a TV or VCR Connection DiagramsConnecting to a TV or VCR AV Terminal Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder Troubleshooting Power SourceTrouble? Recording/Playback Not a malfunction Not go off Point where the start/stop Disc cannot be ejectedOff 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 itCould not recover a corrupted file Do not disconnect the compact power adapter or remove Handling Precautions Battery PackTreat the battery pack with care Camcorder Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery Mini DVD Disc70 Do’s and Don’ts Camcorder for about 3 months Maintenance/Others CleaningStorage Condensation Using the Camcorder Abroad Power Sources72 Do’s and Don’ts System Diagram Availability differs from area to area General Information Optional Accessories Battery PacksCG-300E Battery Charger Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended WS-20 Wrist Strap SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case Specifications DC201/DC210/DC211System CA-570 Compact Power Adapter BP-208 Battery PackPower/Others Output Terminals Index Aspect ratio 9 Point AiAF Autofocus Quick Start function White balance Wide angle Wide TV 169 Widescreen Wind screen Canon INC