Important Usage Instructions, Class 1 Laser Product | Canon DC 100

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

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-RW Table of contents Disc Options Editing the Scenes DVD-RW in VR mode onlyConnecting to a TV and VCR Still Image Options About the Multi Selector About this ManualConventions Used in the Manual Selecting an Option MENU/FUNC Selecting FUNC. Menu Options About the Operating ModesSelecting Menu options To activate the still images modes Trademark Acknowledgements Checking the Supplied AccessoriesTo change the operating mode Components Guide Left side view Right side view Front view Top view Bottom view Back view Recording Still Images Screen DisplaysRecording Movies Recording reminder Disc operation Playing Movies During Playback Remaining battery chargePlaying Movies Index Screen Viewing Still Images Getting Started Preparing the Power SupplyTo remove the battery pack Charging is completed LCD Normal Recording Mode Max Typical Playback TimeViewfinder LCD Bright Rotating the LCD Panel Adjusting the LCD ScreenPreparing the Camcorder LCD Backlight Changing the Display Language Setting the Time Zone / Daylight Saving TimeMenu DATE/TIME Setup ZONE/DST Paris Menu Time 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 Disc Removing the Disc Grab the edges of the disc and gently pull it out Before You Begin Recording RecordingRecording Movies Press Wide SCR Reviewing the Last Scene RecordedPress and release record review Damage the camcorder Frames appear Recording Still ImagesPress Start/Stop fully Zooming 25x Optical Zoom Special 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 Playback Index Screen Viewing Still ImagesSlideshow Slideshow Push the multi selector and keep it pressed down Magnifying the ImageImage Jump Function Will appear for images that cannot be enlarged Data Code display Display Setup Data Code Date & TimeSelecting the Recording Data Display Selecting the Data Code Options Lists Menu / Func Menu Options Wind Screen Self TimerFocus PRI Erase ALL Images Photomovie Playlst ALL DELDisc Protect Disc Title Power Save Demo ModeVolume Beep File NOS RESET, Continuous ZONE/DST DATE/TIME Date Format FUNC. Menu OptionsTV Type Add to playlist Effect OFF, BLK&WHT Recording modeStill image size/quality Move a scene Using the Recording Programs Program AE Shutter-Priority AE Aperture-Priority AE Selecting 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 guideline Changing the Metering Method Manually Adjusting the ExposureAdjust the brightness of the image as required Press EXP Infinity Focus Manually Adjusting the FocusAdjust the zoom Press Focus MF appears Changing the Autofocus Mode Select the autofocus mode Using 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 Effects Applying Using the Multi-Image ScreenSetting Fader Effect MULTI-S Speed Split Super Fine Selecting the Size and Quality of Still ImagesDVD-R/-RW DVD-RW Fine Moving Scenes in the Playlist Creating a PlaylistAdding Scenes to the Playlist FUNC. ADD to Playlist Deleting a Scene Just After Recording Deleting ScenesDeleting a Single Scene Deleting All Scenes Divide YES Dividing a SceneDivide Initializing the Disc Disc OptionsProtecting the Disc Disc Operations Disc Initialize Video YES Changing the Disc Title SET Erasing a Single Image Just After Recording Erasing Still ImagesErasing a Single Image Erasing All Images Converting All Images Converting Still Images into Photomovie ScenesConverting a Single Image FUNC. Convert to Scene FUNC. Execute Restrictions 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 Unfinalizing On a Computer’s DVD Drive Finalizing the DiscOn a DVD Player Recording Additional Movies on a Finalized Disc Unfinalize Unfinalize Selecting 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/Playback SET 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 Camcorder Mini DVD Disc Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryAbout the battery terminal cover Storage Maintenance/OthersCleaning Condensation Using the Camcorder Abroad System Diagram Availability differs from area to area CG-300E Battery Charger Optional AccessoriesBattery Packs Shoulder Strap SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case DC100/DC95 SpecificationsPower/Others System CA-570 Compact Power Adapter BP-208 Battery Pack Grip belt IndexScreen ratio Record review XP mode Scene Editing SCN Special Scene