Reverse Playback, Forward ⋅2 Playback | Canon ZR40 instruction

Reverse Playback

To play back in reverse at normal speed, press the –/4abutton during normal forward playback.

Press the PLAY e button to return to normal forward playback.

•The camcorder automatically goes into stop mode after about 2 minutes of paused reverse playback.

Forward ⋅2 Playback

Press the ⋅2 button during normal playback.

Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback.

Reverse ⋅2 Playback

Press the –/4abutton and then the ⋅2 button during normal playback. Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback.

Notes:

•Mosaic-like noise appears on the screen during some of the special playback modes.

•There’s no audio during special playback.

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Canon ZR40 instruction manual Reverse Playback, Forward ⋅2 Playback, Reverse ⋅2 Playback

Contents

Mode d’emploi Important Usage Instructions Important Safety Instructions Lightning For added protection of this Contents For quick reference Getting started Thank you for Choosing a Canon Introducing the ZR40 Mastering the Basics Finding Your Way Around the ZR40 OFF Playvcr Terminal cover Lanc terminal p Connecting the camcorder to an AC outlet Powering Your CamcorderProvide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Attaching and charging the battery packs CA-560 Compact Power Adapter Remove the battery pack after use Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit optional Operate the camcorder with power from your car battery Loading and unloading Loading a CassetteLoad or unload the cassette Handling cassettes Protecting tapes from accidental erasureCassette memory Before you start recording Basic RecordingTo record Load a cassette Slide the program selector to When you have finished recording Changing the recording mode Confirmation/Warning beeps Wide screen TV recording Demonstration mode 18⋅ optical zoom Zooming72⋅/360⋅ digital zoom Mastering the Basics Opening and closing the LCD screen Using the LCD ScreenChanging the angle of the LCD screen About the LCD Screen Adjusting the LCD screen Allowing the subject to monitor recording Playing Back a Cassette Attach a power source and turn the Power switch to Play VCRLoad the cassette Press the e play button to start playback Special playback Other playback modes Forward ⋅2 Playback Reverse PlaybackReverse ⋅2 Playback Built-in speaker Using the headphones Connections for Playback on a TV Screen Switching the AV/headphone terminal If your TV or VCR has an S S1 -video input terminal Video If your TV or VCR has audio/video input terminals Composition Using a tripodTips for Making Better Videos Holding the camcorder Camcorder moves Picture angle Record search Searching and Reviewing While RecordingRecord review Selecting from the Menus Using the Menus List of Menus Press the Menu button System submenu Camera set up submenuVCR set up submenu Display set up submenu VCR Menu Inserting batteries Using the Wireless Controller When Operating 2 Canon DV Camcorders Remote Sensor Mode If your wireless controller isn’t working Close the menu Setting the Date and TimeSetting the time zone/daylight saving time Open the menu and select System Select T.ZONE/DST 16 17 18 11 12 Open the menu and select System Select D/TIME SET Setting the clockDate and time display Press the Photo button halfway down and hold it Taking Still Pictures Press the Photo button fully down to take the still picture Turning the Image Stabilizer Off Availability of functions in each recording program Using the Various Recording Programs Setting the program AE mode Portrait Easy RecordingAuto Sports Low Light Sand & SnowNight Availability of digital effects in Camera mode Using Digital EffectsAvailability of digital effects in Playvcr playback modes Mosaic Fade M. Fade Faders Effects Press the Digital Effects button to close the menu Select the desired settingOperating faders Select Fader Select Effect Operating effects Audio Recording Selecting the audio modeExternal microphone Wind screen Press the start/stop button Setting the Self-TimerPress the start/stop button to end recording Using the Full Range of Features Press the AE Shift button Ajusting AE ShiftTurn the selector dial to choose your desired level Concerning shooting in fluorescent lighting Setting the Shutter Speed Recommended shutter speeds when shooting Guidelines for shooting using high shutter speeds Focus lock Adjusting Focus ManuallyManual focus Setting the White Balance Using the Full Range of Features Selecting date/time Displaying Date, Time and Camcorder Data Data Code Date/Time Camera data Setting the data code Six-second auto date Searching the Tape Photo Search/Date Search Returning to a Pre-Marked Position Preparations Editing to a VCRLanc terminal Prepare the other device Connect the camcorder and the other digital deviceLoad a blank cassette Dubbing Copyright signalStop playback on the other device Connect the camcorder to the VCR Prepare the device Recording from a VCR, TV or Analog Camcorder Analog Line-in You can monitor the picture in the viewfinder or LCD Signal flow Video Cable optional STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Turning the analog-digital converter on Recording Over Existing Scenes AV Insert Editing Playback tape Tape in the camcorderConnect the camcorder to the VCR Prepare the VCR and TV To stop inserting, press the Stop button on the camcorder Press the AV Insert buttonStop playback on the VCR To connect other audio equipment Audio DubbingTo connect an external microphone VCR SET UP Audio DUB.AUDIO Press Audio DUB Choose the output Setting the Audio Mix Selecting audio output channels Connecting to a PC Using a DV Cable Fasten the grip belt Adjust the viewfinderPreparing the Camcorder Prepare the lens cap Attach the shoulder strap Charging and recording times When to recharge How much power is left?Taking care of the battery pack Treat the battery pack with care Installing the backup battery Maintenance Camcorder body and lens MaintenanceStorage Viewfinder TV playback Using the camcorder abroadPower sources Video heads Protecting the camcorder from condensation What happens when condensation is detected100 Condensation 101 TroubleshootingRecording/Playback ? The camcorder won’t focus 102 Miscellaneous 103 104 ZR40 System Diagram Availability differs from area to area 105 Optional Accessories SC-A50 Soft Carrying Case VL-10Li Battery Video Light106 SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case 107 Accessories or products bearing the same mark 108 Screen DisplaysTurning off the LCD screen displays 109 CAM. Menu 110 Wson Time Code 111 Refer to p.18 112 113 ZR40 SpecificationsBP-508 Battery Pack 114 115 Index 116 117 118 Menu at a Glance 119 120 Canon ZR40 Digital Video Camcorder Limited Warranty 121 Canada