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Important Usage Instructions Introduction WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. DVD Camcorder, DC420 A/DC410 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon DVD Camcorder DC420 A/DC410 A and all its accessories. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Read these instructions. 8 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.
25 Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna is connected to the product, be sure the antenna is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI / NFPA No.
How to Select a DVD Disc There are many types of DVD discs but this camcorder uses only the following three types of 8 cm mini DVD discs: DVD-R, DVD-R DL and DVD-RW. Read the differences between them and select the disc that best fits your needs. DVD-R Best for Compatibility DVD-Rs can be recorded only once – you cannot edit or delete the recordings. On the other hand, these discs are comparatively cheaper and can be played back on most DVD players.
Enjoying your DVDs After selecting the type of disc that is best for your needs, complete the rest of the preparations ( 18) to get your camcorder ready to start recording. Enjoy Shooting Video ( 28) Take it easy recording movies in advanced functions ( 36). Finalize the Disc ( mode or have fun trying out more 48) Do not forget to finalize your disc with this camcorder to play it back on a DVD player or other external device.
Available features depend on the DVD disc used Disc type DVD-R Disc specifications DVD-R DL VIDEO VIDEO Editing scenes with this camcorder (deleting scenes, dividing scenes, etc.
Table of contents Introduction ____________________________________ 5 6 11 12 12 13 15 How to Select a DVD Disc Enjoying your DVDs About this Manual Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories Components Guide Screen Displays Preparations ____________________________________ 18 18 20 20 20 21 21 23 23 23 24 24 24 25 27 Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Preparing the Accessories Basic Operation of the Camcorder Power Switch Joystick and Joystick Guide Using the Menus First Time Setti
33 Basic Playback 33 35 Playing Back the Video Deleting Scenes 36 Additional Functions 36 38 39 39 40 40 41 42 42 43 44 45 45 45 46 46 47 47 47 48 49 49 : Special Scene Recording Programs Flexible Recording: Changing the Shutter Speed LCD Video Light Self Timer Manual Exposure Adjustment Manual Focus Adjustment White Balance Image Effects Digital Effects On-Screen Displays and Data Code Using an External Microphone Editing the Playlist and Disc Operations Creating a Playlist Deleting Scenes from t
57 57 58 58 58 59 61 Protecting Photos Initializing the Memory Card Printing Photos Printing Photos from the Memory Card Direct Print Selecting the Print Settings Print Orders External Connections _____________________________ 63 64 65 65 Terminals on the Camcorder Connection Diagrams Playback on a TV Screen Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder Additional Information ____________________________ 66 66 68 68 69 70 70 71 72 73 Appendix: Menu Options Lists FUNC.
About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon DC420/DC410. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting ( 73). Conventions Used in this Manual • • • • • • • • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation. NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) NB-2LH Battery Pack IFC-300PCU USB Cable ( only) STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Yellow • Red • White plugs Online product registration for U.S.A. Customers only. Register your product online at www.registercanon.
Components Guide Left side view RESET button ( 75) Speaker CARD access indicator ( 51) Lens cover switch ( 28, 51) ( open, closed) MIC terminal* ( 44) AV terminal ( 63) USB terminal** ( 63) DISC access indicator ( 28) Mode switch ( 29) Easy recording Recording programs Disc compartment cover ( 25) switch ( 20) Lock button Strap mount ( 89) Grip belt ( 20) Stereo microphone Right side view * ** only. only.
Back view Top view Bottom view 14 • Introduction Joystick ( 21) FUNC. button ( 22, 66) DISP.
Screen Displays Recording movies Operating mode ( Disc specification ( 21) / 5) Recording program ( 36, 38) White balance ( 41) Image effects ( 42) LCD video light ( 39) Digital effects ( 42) Recording mode ( 30) Disc type DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW ( 5) Playing movies (during playback) Manual focus ( 40) Image stabilizer ( 68) Disc operation Time code/Playback time (hours : minutes : seconds) Remaining recording time on the disc Remaining battery charge ( 17) Wind screen off ( 69) Recording reminder Level
Recording still images Viewing still images 16 • Introduction Zoom ( 30), Exposure ( 40) Recording program ( 36, 38) White balance ( 41) Image effects ( 42) LCD video light ( 39) Digital effects ( 42) Drive mode ( 56) Still image quality/size ( 52) Manual focus ( 40) Number of still images available on the memory card Self timer ( 39) AF frame ( 69) Joystick guide ( 21) Focus/exposure automatically set and locked ( 51) Camcorder shake warning ( 68) Image number ( 17, 71) Current image / Total number of i
Disc operation Number of still images available on the card Record, Record pause, Playback, Playback pause, , Fast playback, , Fast reverse playback, Slow playback, Slow reverse playback displayed in red: No card in green: 6 or more images in yellow: 1 to 5 images Remaining recording time When there is no more disc space available, “ END” will be displayed and the recording will stop.
Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcorder. 3 Getting Started Getting Started Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal. Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. Charge the battery pack before use.
TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK BATT. switch 1 Slide BATT. in the direction of the arrow and hold it pressed down. 2 Slide the battery pack down and then pull it out IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter. After you turn the switch to , important file allocation data is updated on the disc. Be sure to wait until the CAMERA green indicator goes out. • We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F).
Basic Operation of the Camcorder Preparing the Accessories Basic Operation of the Camcorder Power Switch Lock button Fasten the grip belt. Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Start/Stop button with your thumb. TO ATTACH A SHOULDER STRAP Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of the strap.
Joystick and Joystick Guide Using the Menus Use the joystick to operate the camcorder's menus. Many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menus that open after pressing the FUNC. button ( FUNC. ). For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists ( 66). Push the joystick up, down, left or right ( , ) to select an item or change settings. Press the joystick itself ( ) to save the settings or confirm an action.
Selecting an Option from the FUNC. menu Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus Following is an example of selecting an option from the FUNC. menu in a recording mode. 1 2 3 4 1 Press FUNC. . In the index screen (VIDEO mode) and still image index screen, the setup menus will open. Continue with step 3. 2 Select ( )[ MENU] and press to open the setup menus. • You can also hold FUNC. pressed down for more than 1 second to open directly the setup menus screen.
First Time Settings First Time Settings Setting the Date and Time You will need to set the date and time of the camcorder before you can start using it. If the camcorder's clock is not set, the [DATE/TIME] screen will appear automatically when the camcorder is turned on. (for example, [JAN. 1, 2009 12:00 AM]). You can change the date format ( 72). • You can also change the date and time later on (not during the initial setup). Open the [DATE/TIME] screen from the setup menus: FUNC.
Getting Ready to Start Recording Changing the Time Zone In addition to your local date and time, the camcorder can keep a second clock (for example, the time at a travel destination). The default time zone is New York. TO SET THE HOME TIME ZONE Getting Ready to Start Recording Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD screen Before you start recording, open the lens cover. FUNC. [ MENU] [ DATE/TIME SETUP] [T.ZONE/DST] Your local time zone* FUNC.
- To allow the subject to monitor the LCD screen while you use the viewfinder. - To include yourself in the picture when recording with the self timer. NOTES • This setting does not affect the brightness of the recordings. • Using the bright setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack. 180° Inserting and Removing a Disc Use only 8 cm (3 in.) mini DVD discs marked with the DVD-R logo (including DVD-R DL) or the DVD-RW logo. Refer also to Approved discs ( 7).
3 Slide DISC COVER fully toward OPEN and gently open the disc cover completely until it stops. Retract the grip belt under the camcorder so it will not get in the way of the disc cover. 4 Insert the disc and press its center firmly until it clicks in place. • Insert the disc with the recording side facing down (single sided discs – label side facing out). • Be careful not to touch the recording surface of the disc or the pick up lens. 5 Close the disc cover.
1 Slide DISC COVER fully toward OPEN and gently open the disc cover completely until it stops. • Do not subject the camcorder to strong impacts while the DISC access indicator is on or flashing. • Retract the grip belt under the camcorder so it will not get in the way of the disc cover. • It may take a moment after sliding DISC COVER for the disc cover to open. 2 Grab the edge of the disc and gently pull it out. Be careful not to touch the recording surface of the disc or the pick up lens.
Video This chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including recording, playback, advanced manual adjustments and playlist and scene operations. Basic Recording Basic Recording Shooting Video Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. Since recordings made on a DVD-R or DVD-R DL disc cannot be deleted, we recommend you use a DVD-RW disc to make the test recordings. 2 Turn the switch to ON to set the camcorder in CAMERA mode.
Using the viewfinder When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case, change the brightness of the LCD screen ( 25) or use the viewfinder instead. Press VIEWFINDER to activate the viewfinder along with the LCD panel. Close the LCD panel to use only the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder as necessary with the dioptric adjustment lever.
Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) Changing the Aspect Ratio of the Recordings (Widescreen / 4:3) The camcorder offers 3 recording modes. Changing the recording mode will change the recording time available on the disc. Select XP mode for better movie quality; select LP mode for longer recording times. The following table gives approximate recording times with a brand new DVD disc (on a single recording side). The default aspect ratio of movies is 16:9 (widescreen).
Selecting the Zoom Type [WIDESCREEN] set to [ ( Options 21) Default value [OPTICAL] (37x) The zoom range is limited to the optical magnification ratio of the lens. [ADVANCED] (Advanced Zoom) In addition to the optical zoom range, the camcorder processes the image digitally to obtain a larger zoom range without any deterioration in image quality. When recording movies with a 16:9 aspect ratio, the angle of view will change. Refer to the table in the NOTES section.
NOTES Quick Start Function When you close the LCD panel with the camcorder set to a recording mode, the camcorder enters the standby mode. In standby mode the camcorder consumes only about half the power used when recording, saving energy when you are using a battery pack. Additionally, when you open the LCD panel, the camcorder is ready to start recording in approximately 1 second*, ensuring you do not miss important shooting opportunities.
1 Press to display the joystick guide. If does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display it. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward . The camcorder plays back the last scene (but without sound) and returns to record pause mode. Basic Playback Basic Playback Playing Back the Video ( 21) Deleting a Scene After Recording It POINTS TO CHECK Disc type: DVD-RW After recording a scene: Review the scene as described in the previous section.
• Push the joystick ( ) toward to stop the playback and return to the scene index screen. TO ADJUST THE VOLUME During the playback of a scene: FUNC. [ SPEAKER VOL.] Adjust ( ) the volume FUNC. NOTES • Depending on the recording conditions, you may notice brief stops in video or sound playback between scenes. • This camcorder can play back discs recorded with this camcorder. You may not be able to correctly play back discs recorded with other camcorders or discs created with a computer.
IMPORTANT Deleting Scenes If you are using a DVD-RW disc, you can delete those scenes that you are not interested in keeping. Deleting a Single Scene ( 21) POINTS TO CHECK Disc type: DVD-RW • VR mode From the original index screen, select ( , ) the scene to delete. Be careful when deleting original recordings. Once deleted, original scenes cannot be recovered. NOTES • You may not be able to delete scenes shorter than 5 seconds.
Additional Functions NOTES Additional Functions : Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as selecting a Special Scene recording program. For details about the available options, refer to the sidebar on page 37. ( POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch: FUNC. [ PROGRAM AE] [ PORTRAIT] Press to display the Special Scene (SCN) recording programs Desired recording program FUNC.
[ PORTRAIT] The camcorder uses a large aperture, achieving a focus on the subject while blurring other distracting details. [ SPORTS] Use this mode to record sports scenes such as tennis or golf. [ NIGHT] Use this mode to record in dimly lit places. [ SNOW] Use this mode to record in bright ski resorts. It prevents the subject from being underexposed. [ BEACH] Use this mode to record on a sunny beach. It prevents the subject from being underexposed.
2 Adjust ( ) the shutter speed to the desired value. Flexible Recording: Changing the Shutter Speed Shutter speed guidelines Select the [ PROGRAM AE] recording program to use functions like the white balance or image effects, or use [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] to give priority to the shutter speed. Use faster shutter speeds to record subjects moving quickly; use slower shutter speeds to add motion blur, emphasizing the feel of movement.
- Recording movies under fluorescent lights: If the screen starts to flicker, select [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] and set the shutter speed to 1/100. • Do not set the mode switch to during the actual recording of a scene; the brightness of the picture may change abruptly. TO TURN OFF THE LCD VIDEO LIGHT 1 Using the viewfinder, repeat step 1 above, selecting [ LCD LIGHT OFF] instead. Closing the LCD panel will also turn off the LCD video light. 2 Press VIEWFINDER to turn off the viewfinder's display.
• During exposure lock, press and push the joystick ( ) toward [EXP] again to return the camcorder to automatic exposure. Manual Exposure Adjustment At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). To correct this, you can manually adjust the exposure. ( 21) POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch: (except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording program).
• During focus lock, press and push the joystick ( ) toward [FOCUS] again to return the camcorder to autofocus. [ DAYLIGHT] For recording outdoors on a bright day. [ TUNGSTEN] Infinity Focus For recording under tungsten and tungsten type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting. Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. [ Instead of step 2 in the previous procedure: Push the joystick ( ) toward [FOCUS] and hold it for more than 2 seconds. • appears.
• In the following cases, if the colors on the screen do not look natural using the [ AUTO] setting, try using the custom white balance. - Changing lighting conditions - Close-ups - Subjects in a single color (sky, sea or forest) - Under mercury lamps and certain types of fluorescent lights Digital Effects ( POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch: Options [ Image Effects You can use the image effects to change the color saturation and contrast to record movies and still images with special color effects.
Applying NOTES NEXT 1 2 Press to display the joystick guide. If does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display it. Push the joystick ( ) toward . • The icon of the selected digital effect turns green. • Push the joystick ( ) toward again to deactivate the digital effect (its icon will turn white again). • When you apply a fader, not only the picture but also the sound will fade in or out. When you apply an effect, the sound will be recorded normally.
* The following icons will appear even when all other on-screen displays are turned off: The icons and (in mode), the icon and AF frames when the autofocus is locked (in mode), screen markers (both recording modes). About the Data Code With every scene or still image recorded, the camcorder keeps a data code (date/time of recording, information about the camera setup, etc.).
Editing the Playlist and Disc Editing the Playlist and Disc Operations Operations Creating a Playlist Create a playlist to play back only the scenes you prefer and in the order of your choice. Deleting, dividing or moving scenes in the playlist will not affect the original recordings. Adding Scenes to the Playlist You can choose to add to the playlist all the original scenes at once or only the selected scene.
Dividing Scenes in the Playlist Moving Scenes in the Playlist You can divide scenes (in the playlist only) in order to leave only the best parts and later cut out the rest. Remember that when you divide scenes in the playlist, you do not affect your original recordings. Move the scenes in the playlist to play them back in the order of your choice. ( 21) ( 21) POINTS TO CHECK Disc type: DVD-RW • VR mode 1 Select the playlist index screen. FUNC. [ TO PLAYLIST] 2 Select the playlist index screen.
Disc Playback on an External Device Disc Playback on an External Device Initializing the Disc You need to initialize all new DVD-RW discs when you first insert them into the camcorder and you may have to initialize them if you get the message [UNABLE TO RECOGNIZE THE DATA]. You can also initialize a DVD-RW disc when you want to completely erase the disc to reuse it or in order to change the disc specification.
IMPORTANT Finalizing the Disc To play the disc you recorded on a DVD player, a computer’s DVD drive or other digital device, you need to finalize it first. ( 21) 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter or a fully charged battery pack. 2 Set the camcorder to mode. The green PLAY indicator will turn on. 3 Start the disc's finalization. FUNC. [ MENU] DISC OPERATIONS] [ [FINALIZE] [YES] • A progress bar and the time remaining will be displayed on the screen.
Restrictions after disc finalization DVD-R/DVD-R DL in VIDEO mode Additional recordings Editing recordings Initializing the disc Unfinalizing the disc – – – – DVD-RW in VIDEO mode 1 – 2 DVD-RW in VR mode 1 2 – You will need to unfinalize the disc first. Only scenes in the playlist can be divided. NOTES Disc Playback on External Devices After finalizing the disc, you can play it on DVD players compatible with the type of disc used (DVD-R, DVD-R DL or DVD-RW).
2 Set the camcorder to mode. The green PLAY indicator will turn on. 3 Start the disc's unfinalization. FUNC. DISC OPERATIONS] [ [UNFINALIZE] [YES] • A progress bar will be displayed on the screen. 4 When the process is completed ([OK] appears), press . 5 Press FUNC. to close the menu. Discs that can be unfinalized Only DVD-RW discs recorded in VIDEO mode and finalized with this camcorder can be unfinalized.
Photos Refer to this chapter for details on shooting photos – from recording and playing back still images to printing them. Basic Recording Basic Recording Taking Photos Before using a memory card for the first time, be sure to initialize it with this camcorder ( 57). ( 21) 3 Move the lens cover switch down to to open the lens cover. 4 Press Start/Stop . • Once the focus is automatically adjusted, will turn green and one or more AF frames will appear.
Selecting Photo Size and Quality Still images are recorded on the memory card as JPG files. As a general rule, select a larger image size for higher quality. Select the [LW 1152x648] size for still images with an aspect ratio of 16:9. ( 21) Options Image size options and the approximate number of still images that can be recorded on memory cards of various sizes are given in the table below. FUNC.
Basic Playback Erasing a Photo Right After Recording It You can erase the still image recorded last while reviewing it within the time set for the [REVIEW] option (or immediately after recording it, if [REVIEW] is set to [ OFF]). ( Basic Playback Viewing Photos ( 21) 21) While reviewing the still image immediately after recording: 1 2 Push the joystick ( Select ( . ) toward . ) [ERASE] and press 1 Move the images).
IMPORTANT 1 Press to display the joystick guide. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward . 3 Select ( )[ JUMP 10 IMAGES] or [ JUMP 100 IMAGES]. 4 Jump ( ) the number of images selected and press . Press again to hide the joystick guide. Index Screen 1 Move the zoom lever toward W. The still images index screen appears. 2 Select ( , ) an image. • Move the green selection frame to the image you want to view.
• To further enlarge the image, move the zoom lever toward T. To reduce the magnification to less than 2 times, move the zoom lever toward W. 2 Move ( , ) the frame to the part of the image you want to see enlarged. To cancel the magnification, move the zoom lever toward W until the frame disappears. Erasing Photos You can erase those still images that you are not interested in keeping. ( 21) Erasing a Single Still Image Slideshow You can play a slideshow of all the still images on the memory card.
FUNC. Additional Functions Additional Functions [ SINGLE] Desired option FUNC. Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing CONTINUOUS SHOOTING/ HIGH-SPEED CONTINUOUS SHOOTING Take a series of pictures of a moving subject or record the same picture in 3 levels of exposure in order to choose later the picture you like the best. ( 21) Press Start/Stop and hold it pressed down. Once the focus is automatically adjusted, will turn green and the still images will be recorded.
Pixel Count The area to the right of the histogram represents highlights and the left side represents shadows. A still image whose histogram skews to the right is relatively bright; while one whose histogram peaks to the left, is relatively dark. 2 Press to protect the still image. appears on the bottom bar and the image cannot be erased. Press again to remove the image protection. 3 Repeat steps 1-2 to protect additional images or press FUNC. twice to close the menu.
* Press to cancel the complete initialization while it is in progress. All the image files will be erased and the memory card can be used without any problem. IMPORTANT Initializing the memory card will permanently erase all still images, including protected ones. Lost original still images cannot be recovered. You can also use the following functions... The following functions and features of the camcorder can be used either for shooting video or for taking photos.
2 3 Turn on the printer. Connect the camcorder to the printer using the supplied USB cable. • Connection 2 . Refer to Connection Diagrams ( 64). appears and changes to . • Selecting the Print Settings You can select the number of copies and other settings for printing. The setting options vary depending on your printer model. IMPORTANT • If continues to flash (for more than 1 minute) or if does not appear, the camcorder is not correctly connected to the printer.
Paper settings Current paper settings (paper size, paper type and page layout) NOTES Print setting options and [DEFAULT] settings vary depending on the printer model. For details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. Printing after Changing the Print Settings Number of copies Print effect Date printing 1 Press guide. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward . The print settings menu appears. 3 In the print settings menu, select ( , ) the setting you want to change and press .
TO CANCEL THE PRINTING 1 Press 2 Select ( while printing. ) [OK] and press . WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED PRINTING Disconnect the cable from the camcorder and printer and turn off the camcorder. PRINT ERRORS If an error occurs while printing, an error message (for example, [NO PAPER]) will appear on the camcorder’s screen. Solve the problem referring to the error message list ( 78) and to the printer's instruction manual.
3 Set ( ) the number of copies desired and press . To cancel the print order, set ( ) the number of copies to 0. 4 Repeat steps 1-3 to mark additional images with print orders or press FUNC. twice to close the menu. Printing the Still Images Marked with Print Orders Using Direct Print 1 Connect the camcorder to the printer using the supplied USB cable. Connection 2 . Refer to Connection Diagrams ( 64). 2 Open the print menu. FUNC. [ MENU] [ PRINT] • The print menu appears.
External Connections This chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR or (in the case of a only) a printer. Terminals on the Camcorder Terminals on the Camcorder AV Terminal Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder. USB Terminal only. Open the LCD panel to access. MIC Terminal only. Use to connect an external microphone ( 44).
Connection Diagrams In the following connection diagrams, the left side shows the terminals on the camcorder and the right side shows (for reference only) an example of terminals on a connected device. Connection 1 Type: Analog Output only Connect to a TV or VCR with audio/video input terminals. - Change the [TV TYPE] setting according to the TV set (widescreen or 4:3), if the TV cannot automatically detect and change the aspect ratio ( 72).
Playback on a TV Screen Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder This section explains how to play back the disc or still images with this camcorder by connecting it to a TV. To play back the disc with another DVD device refer to Disc Playback on an External Device ( 47). You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device with analog audio/ video input terminals. ( ( 21) 21) Connecting 1 2 Turn off the camcorder and the TV.
Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information. Appendix: Menu Options Lists Appendix: Menu Options Lists Menu items not available appear grayed out in the FUNC. menu or in black in the setup menus. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus 21). For details about each function, see the reference page. Menu options ( without a reference page are explained below the tables. FUNC. Menu FUNC.
FUNC. Menu (cont.) Menu item Still image size/quality CAMERA Setting options Size: PLAY – z – – 52 45 [LW 1152x648], [L 1152x864], [S 640x480] [L 1024x768], [S 640x480] Quality: [ SUPER FINE], [ [ NORMAL] FINE], [TO PLAYLIST]2 – – – z – [TO ORIGINAL]3 – – – z – 45 [ADD TO PLAYLIST]2 [ALL SCENES], [ONE SCENE], [CANCEL] – – z – 45 [MOVE]3 – – – z – 46 [DIVIDE]3 – – – z – 46 [DELETE]4 [NO], [YES] – – z – 35 – – z – 34 – – – z 55 [SPEAKER VOL.
Setup menus Camera Setup (Advanced Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) CAMERA SETUP Menu item [A.SL SHUTTER]1 CAMERA Setting options [ ON], [ OFF] [ZOOM TYPE] [ OPTICAL], [ ADVANCED]2, [ ADVANCED]3, [ [ OPTICAL], [ [ZOOM SPEED] [ [ VARIABLE], [ SPEED 1] [IMG STAB]4 [ ON [FOCUS PRI.
[FOCUS PRI.]: When the focus priority is activated, the camcorder records a still image only after the focus has been adjusted automatically. You can also select which AF frames to use. [ ON:AiAF]: One or more AF frames out of the nine frames available are automatically selected and the focus is fixed on them. [ ON:CENTER]: A single focusing frame appears in the center of the screen and the focus is automatically fixed on it.
Still Image Operations (Card Initialization, etc.) STILL IMG OPER. Menu item PLAY Setting options [NO], [YES] z 62 [ERASE ALL IMAGES] [NO], [YES] z 55 [INITIALIZE CARD] [INITIALIZE], [COMPL.INIT.], [CANCEL] z 57 [ERASE ALL ORD] Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.
[DEMO MODE]: The demonstration mode displays the camcorder’s main features. It starts automatically when the camcorder is powered with the compact power adapter if you leave it turned on without loading a disc or memory card for more than 5 minutes. • To cancel the demo mode once it started, press any button, turn off the camcorder or load a disc. System Setup (Volume, Beep, etc.) SYSTEM SETUP Menu item Setting options [SPEAKER VOL.
[TV TYPE]: In order to display the picture in full and in the correct aspect ratio, select the setting according to the type of television to which you will connect the camcorder. [ NORMAL TV]: TV sets with 4:3 aspect ratio. [ WIDE TV]: TV sets with 16:9 aspect ratio. • If the camcorder is connected to a widescreen TV with the TV type set to [ NORMAL TV], during the playback of video originally recorded with an aspect ratio of 16:9, the picture will not be displayed full screen.
Trouble? Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Sometimes what you think is a malfunction of the camcorder may have the simplest of solutions - please read the “CHECK THIS FIRST” box before going on to the more detailed problems and solutions. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists.
The recording suddenly stops shortly after starting recording. - The disc is dirty. Clean the disc with a soft lens-cleaning cloth ( 81). If the problem persists replace the disc. - The camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature. Turn off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use. The camcorder will not focus. - Autofocus does not work on the subject. Focus manually ( 40). - Adjust the viewfinder with the dioptric adjustment lever ( 29). - The lens is dirty.
Even after stopping recording, the DISC access indicator does not go out. - The scene is being recorded on the disc. This is not a malfunction. The CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly. (one flash at 0.5-second intervals) Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Consult a Canon Service Center. The CHARGE indicator flashes very slowly. (one flash at 2-second intervals) The battery pack is too hot.
The disc cannot be recognized. - The disc is dirty. Clean the disc with a soft lens-cleaning cloth ( 81). If the problem persists replace the disc. - The disc is not correctly loaded. Check the disc ( 25). - Verify that the camcorder supports the type of DVD disc you inserted ( 5). Cannot insert the memory card. - The memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the memory card over and insert it ( 27). Cannot record on the memory card. - The memory card is full.
- This message can also appear if condensation has formed. Wait until the camcorder dries completely before resuming use ( 84). CANNOT READ THE DISC CHECK THE DISC - Disc could not be recognized. Try cleaning it ( 81) or replace the disc. - This message can also appear if the camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature. Turn off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use. - This message can also appear if condensation has formed.
NO DISC - There is no disc in the camcorder. Insert a disc ( 25). - This message can also appear if condensation has formed. Wait until the camcorder dries completely before resuming use ( 84). NO IMAGES There are no still images on the memory card. PRINT ORDER ERROR - You attempted to set more than 998 still images in the print order ( 61). REACHED THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF SCENES - The maximum number of scenes has been reached.
- You attempted to print from a memory card that contains a large number of still images. Reduce the number of still images. COULD NOT PRINT X IMAGES - You attempted to use the print order settings to print X images that were recorded with another camcorder, with a different compression or were edited on a computer. FILE ERROR - You attempted to print an image that was recorded with another camcorder, has a different compression, or was edited on a computer. HARDWARE ERROR - Cancel printing.
Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions Camcorder • Do not touch the pick up lens. • Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts while the DISC access indicator is on or flashing. The data may not be correctly recorded on the disc, and the recording may be permanently lost. • Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel or the disc cover. Be careful when closing the LCD panel.
Battery Pack Back side of the battery pack DANGER! Treat the battery pack with care. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 60 °C (140 °F). Do not leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather. • Do not try to disassemble or modify it. • Do not drop it or subject it to shocks. • Do not get it wet. Terminal cover attached Charged Uncharged Mini DVD Disc CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly attached.
• Do not attach any labels or stickers on the disc surfaces. The disc may not rotate in a stable manner and this may cause malfunctions. • To protect the disc, return it to its case for storage. • When writing on the label side of the disc, avoid hard tip pens. Use waterproof soft-tipped felt pens instead. • Moving a disc rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation to form on its surfaces.
Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery The camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to keep the date/time and other settings. The builtin lithium battery is recharged while you use the camcorder; however, it will become totally discharged if you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months. To recharge the built-in lithium battery: Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder and leave it connected for 24 hours with the switch set to .
Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected. Continued use may damage the camcorder. RESUMING USE The precise time required for water droplets to evaporate will vary depending on the location and weather conditions. As a general rule, wait for 2 hours before resuming use of the camcorder.
Trademark Acknowledgements • The SD logo is a trademark. The SDHC logo is a trademark. • Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
General Information System Diagram System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap NB-2LH, BP-2L13, BP-2L14, BP-2L24H Battery Pack Mini DVD disc DVD-R/DVD-RW/ DVD-R DL CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger CB-2LW Battery Charger TL-H30.5 Tele-converter CA-570 Compact Power Adapter WD-H30.5 Wide-converter FS-30.
Optional Accessories Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories. You can also obtain genuine accessories for your Canon camcorder by calling: 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. Information Center. Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc.
Battery pack NB-2LH BP-2L13 BP-2L14 BP-2L24H Screen used Viewfinder LCD Viewfinder XP 115 min. 115 min. 205 min. 205 min. 245 min. 245 min. 415 min. 410 min. SP 135 min. 135 min. 235 min. 235 min. 280 min. 280 min. 485 min. 475 min. LP 140 min. 140 min. 245 min. 240 min. 295 min. 295 min. 500 min. 495 min. LCD Viewfinder LCD Viewfinder LCD Maximum Recording Time Typical Recording Time* XP 65 min. 65 min. 110 min. 110 min. 135 min. 130 min. 220 min. 220 min.
TL-H30.5 Tele-converter This Tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.9. • The image stabilizer is not as effective when the Tele-converter is attached. • The minimum focusing distance with the TL-H30.5 attached is 3 m (9.8 ft.) at full telephoto; 3 cm (1.2 in.) at full wide angle. WD-H30.5 Wide-converter This lens decreases focal length by a factor of 0.7, giving you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views. FS-30.
SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canonbrand accessories or products bearing the same mark.
Specifications DC420/DC410 System Disc Recording System DVD-VIDEO (all disc types), DVD-VR (only with DVD-RW discs) Video Compression: MPEG-2, Audio Compression: Dolby Digital 2ch Television System EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal Compatible Media 8 cm (3 in.) mini DVD discs marked with the DVD-R, DVD-R DL or DVD-RW logo Maximum Recording Time 1.4 GB single sided 8 cm mini DVD disc: XP: 20 min., SP: 30 min., LP: 60 min. 2.
AF System TTL autofocus, manual focus available Filter Diameter 30.5 mm Minimum Focusing Distance 1 m (3.3 ft.); 1 cm (0.39 in.) at full wide angle White Balance Auto white balance, preset white balance (DAYLIGHT, TUNGSTEN) or custom white balance Minimum Illumination [NIGHT] recording program, Shutter speed at 1/8: 1.7 lx, 1.3 lx Auto slow shutter [ON], Shutter speed at 1/30: 6.
CA-570 Compact Power Adapter Power supply 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Rated output / consumption 8.4 V DC, 1.5 A / 29 VA (100 V) – 39 VA (240 V) Operating temperature 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Dimensions 52 x 29 x 90 mm (2.1 x 1.1 x 3.5 in.) Weight 135 g (4.8 oz.) NB-2LH Battery Pack Battery type Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Rated voltage 7.4 V DC Operating temperature 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Battery capacity 720 mAh Dimensions 33.3 x 16.2 x 45.2 mm (1.3 x 0.64 x 1.8 in.) Weight 43 g (1.
Index Drive mode1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 E A Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . . 84 AEB - Auto exposure bracketing1 . . . . . 56 Approved discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Aspect ratio of a connected TV (TV type) . . . . . . 72 of movies (Widescreen). . . . . . . . . . 30 Auto slow shutter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Autofocus: AF frame (9-point AiAF/Center point) . . . . . . . 69 AV terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
N Night (recording program) . . . . . . . . . . .37 O Onscreen display selection . . . . . . . . . .43 Original recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 P P (recording program). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Playback Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Still images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Portrait (recording program) . . . . . . . . . .37 Power save. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
U.S.A. CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATES The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (“Canon USA”) with respect to Canon Consumer Digital Video Equipment (the “Equipment”) purchased in the United States. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of your Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase.
CANADA CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (“Canon Canada”) with respect to Canon Consumer Digital Video Equipment (the "Equipment") purchased in Canada. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of a bill of sale or other proof of purchase for this Equipment to a Canon Service Facility when repairs are required.
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