Troubleshooting, Trouble?, Power Source | Canon DC201, DC210, DC211

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Troubleshooting

If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists.

Power Source

Problem	Solution

• Camcorder will not turn on.	Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.	17

•The camcorder switches off by itself.

•The disc compartment cover

will not open.	Attach the battery pack correctly.

•LCD/viewfinder switches on and off.

The charge indicator flashes		Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or	–
rapidly (approx. twice per		the battery pack is faulty.
second)

• Battery pack will not charge.		Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 0 °C and	–
•	The charge indicator flashes	40 °C.
	very slowly (about once every
	very slowly (about once every	Battery packs become hot with use and may not charge. When	–
	2 seconds).	Battery packs become hot with use and may not charge. When	–
	2 seconds).	the battery pack is outside the charging temperature range, the

		CHG (charge) indicator will flash irregularly. The charging will
		start once the battery pack temperature is below 40 °C.

		The battery pack is damaged. Use a different battery pack.	–

Recording/Playback

	Problem	Solution
	Problem	Solution
Buttons will not work.		Turn on the camcorder.	–

		Load a disc.	19

Abnormal characters appear on		Disconnect the power source and reconnect it after a short time.	–
the screen. The camcorder		If the problem still persists, disconnect the power source and
does not operate properly.		press the RESET button with a pointed item. Pressing the
		RESET button resets all settings.

“	” flashes on the screen.	Load a disc.	19

“ ” flashes on the screen.		Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.	17

Video noise appears on screen.		When using the camcorder in a room where a plasma TV is	–
		located, keep a distance between the camcorder and the
		plasma TV.

Video noise appears on the TV		When using the camcorder close to devices that emit strong	–
screen.		electromagnetic fields (plasma TVs, cellular phones, etc.), keep
		a distance between the camcorder and these devices.

Even without a disc loaded,		The camcorder is checking if a disc is loaded or not. This is not a	–
when closing the disc		malfunction.
compartment cover a motor
sound can be heard.

Additional Information

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Canon DC201, DC210, DC211 Troubleshooting, Trouble?, Power Source, Recording/Playback, Additional Information

Contents

DVD Camcorder English 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 Converting still images into Photomovie scenes DVD-RWDisc Type Video Table of contents Additional Information Editing FunctionsPlaying Back the Disc on an External Device External Connections General Information Specifications About this Manual About this ManualConventions Used in the Manual About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide Bottom position. Push the joystick About the Power SwitchAbout the Operating Modes Operation Supplied Accessories Trademark AcknowledgementsGetting to Know the Camcorder Left side view Right Side View Front view Components Guide Back view Top view Bottom view Recording Movies Recording Still Images Operating mode Recording program White balance Image effectRecording mode Self timer Disc type Screen Displays Recording reminder Disc access displayDisc operation Remaining recording time Viewing Still Images Getting Started Charging the Battery PackDisconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder Getting Started Battery Pack Playback TimeCharging Time Inserting the Disc Camcorder in modeWhen Using DVD-R/DVD-R DL Discs Inserting and Removing a Disc Fasten the grip belt Preparing the CamcorderRemoving the Disc Grab the edge of the disc and gently pull it out Keep DISP. pressed down for more than 2 seconds Adjusting the LCD ScreenRotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees LCD Backlight Press Func Using the MenusPress FUNC. to save the settings and close the menu Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option First Time Settings Changing the LanguageChanging the Time Zone DATE/TIME 1.JAN.2007 1200 AM Setting the Date and TimeDATE/TIME Setup Select DATE/TIME Setup and press Select DATE/TIME and press Basic Functions Move the lens cover switch down toRecording Shooting Video Push the joystick toward Camera SetupSelecting the Aspect Ratio of your Recording Press Photo fully Taking Photos Optical zoom 35x 30x Digital zoom ZoomingQuick Start Function Press Quick Start firmly Playback Green Play indicator will turn onPlayback Playing Back the Video Slow Playback Push the joystick toward or To adjust the volumeDisplaying the Photos Fast Playback Select , an image SlideshowSlideshow Index Screen Move the zoom lever toward W Magnifying Photos during Playback Move the zoom lever toward TZoom lever Joystick Image Effect OFF, VIVID, Neutral Menu Options ListsFUNC. Menu Program AE 1024x768, S 640x480 Quality Setup MenusCANCEL, Start Camera Setup Compensate 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, OFF Disc Operations VIDEO, VR, CancelDisc type Video mode Finalized NO, YES Disc type VR mode NO, YES Still IMG Oper Display Setup 10 min System SetupHigh Volume RESET, Continuous Changes 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 AM Sports Beach Fireworks Using the Recording ProgramsAuto Portrait Snow Spotlight Flexible Recording Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed Desired option Shutter speed guidelines Last icon on the right iconPicture may not appear smooth during playback Push the joystick toward EXP Manual Exposure AdjustmentManual Focus Adjustment Adjust the brightness of the image as required AUTO White BalanceInfinity Focus FUNC. Desired option Image Effects Press FUNC. to save the setting and close the menu 1024x768/FINE Still Image Recording OptionsSelecting the Size and Quality of Still Images Still Image Recording Options Except for the Fireworks recording program Camera Setup Focus PRIONAiAF Mode switch P*, Auto Automatic Focus Priority Selecting the Data Code Display Setup Data CodeOther Functions On-Screen Displays Self Timer Camera Setup Self TimerBLK&WHT, Sepia Applying SettingPause mode FUNC. ** Desired fader/effect Editing Functions Managing ScenesCreating a Playlist Adding Scenes to the Playlist Deleting a Scene Just After Recording Moving Scenes in the PlaylistDeleting Scenes Deleting a Single Scene Editing Dividing a SceneSelect YES and press Deleting All Scenes Managing the Disc Managing the DiscProtecting the Disc Initializing the Disc Enter the title Up to 20 characters Changing the Disc TitleDisc Operations Disc Initialize Video YES Disc Operations Disc Title Erase ALL Images Managing PhotosErasing Photos Menu Converting All Images Converting Photos into Photomovie ScenesConverting a Single Image FUNC. Convert to Scene FUNC. Execute Finalizing the Disc Restrictions after Disc FinalizationRecordings Disc Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter Finalizing the DiscDisc Operations Finalize Additional scenes even Disc type DVD-RW Video modeDisc Operations Unfinalize Discs that Can be Unfinalized AV Terminal Connecting to a TV or VCRConnection Diagrams Connecting to a TV or VCR Recording 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 use Playback/Editing Playing Back the Disc in an External DVD Device Message Explanation List of Messages Do 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 file Camcorder Handling PrecautionsBattery Pack Treat the battery pack with care Camcorder for about 3 months Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryMini DVD Disc 70 Do’s and Don’ts Condensation Maintenance/OthersCleaning Storage Using the Camcorder Abroad Power Sources72 Do’s and Don’ts General Information System Diagram Availability differs from area to area Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended Optional AccessoriesBattery Packs CG-300E Battery Charger SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case WS-20 Wrist Strap Specifications DC201/DC210/DC211System Output Terminals CA-570 Compact Power AdapterBP-208 Battery Pack Power/Others Aspect ratio 9 Point AiAF Autofocus Index White balance Wide angle Wide TV 169 Widescreen Wind screen Quick Start function Canon INC