PUB.DIE-281 HDV Camcorder Instruction Manual English Introduction Prerparations Basic Functions Advanced Functions Mini Editing Functions Digital Video Cassette Please read also the following instruction manual (electronic version on PDF file).
Important Usage Instructions Introduction 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.
Enjoying High-Definition Video Preserve your most treasured memories, be it unforgettable scenery or cherished moments spent with family and friends, with high-definition video recordings of a quality second only to actually being there. What is High-Definition Video? 1,080 lines How to play back your HDV recordings? On a high-definition TV (HDTV) ( 65) HDV recordings will be played back in their original high quality.
Table of contents Introduction Enjoying High-Definition Video ....................................................................... 3 About this Manual ........................................................................................... 7 Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories...................................................................................... 9 Components Guide .......................................................................................
Editing Functions Still Image Options Erasing Still Images .......................................................................................62 Protecting Still Images ...................................................................................62 Initializing the Memory Card ..........................................................................63 External Connections Connecting to a TV or VCR Connection Diagrams ............................................................................
Additional Information Trouble? Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 82 List of Messages ........................................................................................... 86 Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions.................................................................................... 89 Maintenance/Others......................................................................................
About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon HV20. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to 82). operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting table ( Conventions Used in the Manual Setting the Date and Time DATE/TIME SETUP Menu item shown at its default position DATE/TIME 1.JAN.2007 12:00 AM FUNC.
About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide The mini joystick allows you to control many of the camcorder’s operations and to make selections and changes in the camcorder’s menus. 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. On menu screens, this is indicated by the SET icon .
Getting to Know the Camcorder 9 Supplied Accessories Getting to Know the Camcorder BP-2L13 Battery Pack WL-D87 Wireless Controller Lithium Button Battery CR2025 for Wireless Controller CTC-100/S Component Cable STV-250N Stereo Video Cable IFC-300PCU USB Cable DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK Software CD-ROM* Red • Green • Blue plugs Yellow • Red • White plugs * Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file.
Getting to Know the Camcorder Components Guide Left side view Right side view FOCUS lever ( 47) BLC (backlight correction) button ( 46) FOCUS button ( 47, 48) Speaker DISP.
Getting to Know the Camcorder Back view Bottom view LCD screen ( 20) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 19) Viewfinder ( 19) Terminal cover START/STOP button ( 24) switch ( 8) Power indicator ( 8) Joystick ( 8) FUNC.
Getting to Know the Camcorder Wireless Controller WL-D87 START/ STOP PHOTO ZOOM CARD DATE SEARCH REW PLAY PAUSE SLOW FF STOP ZERO SET MEMORY DISP. TV SCREEN WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D87 START/STOP button ( 24) CARD –/+ buttons ( 31) DATE SEARCH / buttons ( 30) REW button ( 27) –/ button ( 27) PAUSE button ( 27) SLOW button ( 27) ZERO SET MEMORY button ( 29) DISP.
Getting to Know the Camcorder 13 Screen Displays Recording Movies Introduction Recording Still Images Recording program ( 43) White balance ( 48) Image effect ( 49) Digital effects ( 60) Still image quality/size (simultaneous recording) ( 51) Microphone attenuator ( 58) Self timer ( 58) Recording reminder Instant AF ( 35)/Manual focus ( 47) Recording standard (HDV or DV) ( 36) DV recording mode ( 37) Tape operation Time code (hours : minutes : seconds) Remaining tape Remaining battery charge Image stab
Getting to Know the Camcorder Recording reminder The camcorder counts from 1 to 10 seconds when you start recording. This is helpful to avoid scenes that are too short.
Getting to Know the Camcorder 15 Playing Movies Viewing Still Images Image number ( 38) Current image / Total number of images Histogram ( 56) Image protection mark ( 62) Still image quality/size Date and time of recording Recording program ( 43) Manual focus ( 47) Light metering mode ( 52) Manual exposure ( 46) Image effect ( 49) Image size ( 50) File size Aperture value ( 44) Shutter speed ( 44) White balance ( 48) Flash ( 56) Introduction Tape operation Time code (hours : minutes : seconds : frames)
Getting Started Preparations Getting Started Getting Started 3 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. 4 5 Remove the battery terminal cover before attaching the battery pack Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal. • The CHARGE indicator starts flashing.
Getting Started NOTES The CHARGE indicator also serves as a rough estimate of the battery charge status. Continuously on: Battery fully charged. Flashes approx. twice per second: Battery over 50% charged. Flashes approx. once per second: Battery less than 50% charged. 17 The charging time will vary depending on the surrounding temperature and the battery pack’s initial charge condition. In cold places, the effective usage time of the battery will decrease.
Getting Started IMPORTANT Inserting and Removing a Tape Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. To record in HDV standard we recommend using tapes specifically designed for high definition. Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically, or attempt to close the cover before the cassette compartment has fully retracted. Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover.
Getting Started IMPORTANT Make sure to initialize all memory cards before using them with this camcorder for the first time ( 63). Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction can cause a malfunction of the camcorder. 19 The Wireless Controller Inserting the Battery (Lithium Button Battery CR2025) NOTES Tab Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all miniSD cards.
Getting Started Adjusting the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel LCD Backlight You can set the brightness of the LCD screen to normal or bright. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward. 180° Hold DISP. pressed down for more than 2 seconds. Repeat this action to toggle between the normal and bright settings. 90° You can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens (allowing the subject to monitor the LCD screen while you use the viewfinder).
Using the Menus Using the Menus the screen (such as the small arrows, etc.). Using the 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 Menu 33). Options Lists ( 21 icon, Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus Selecting an Option from the FUNC. Menu Preparations 1 2 1 2 3 4 Press FUNC. .
First Time Settings First Time Settings First Time Settings Changing the Time Zone Changing the Language Default value DATE/TIME SETUP Options T.ZONE/DST PARIS FUNC. ( Default value DISPLAY SETUP/ 1 2 3 4 LANGUAGE ENGLISH FUNC. ( 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 21) Press FUNC. . Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to open the setup menus. Select ( ) [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press ( ). Select ( ) [LANGUAGE] and press ( ). Select ( , ) the desired option and press ( ). Press FUNC. to close the menu.
First Time Settings 23 Setting the Date and Time DATE/TIME SETUP DATE/TIME 1.JAN.2007 12:00 AM FUNC. ( 3 4 5 6 7 Press FUNC. . Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to open the setup menus. Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP] and press ( ). Select ( ) [DATE/TIME] and press ( ). The first field of the date will be indicated with blinking up/down arrows. Change ( ) each field of the date and time and move ( ) to the next field. Press ( ) to start the clock. Press FUNC. to close the menu.
Recording TO REVIEW THE LAST SCENE RECORDED Basic Functions Recording Recording Recording Movies Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads ( 92). ( 8) 1 2 3 1 2 3 Holding the lock button pressed down, set the switch to CAMERA. Move the / switch to (tape). If necessary, you can change the recording standard (HDV or DV) ( 36). Press START/STOP to begin recording.
Recording Recording Still Images Before using a memory card for the first time, be sure to initialize it with this camcorder ( 63). ( 1 2 3 4 8) Holding the lock button pressed down, set the switch to CAMERA. Move the / switch to (memory card). Press PHOTO halfway. • Once the focus is automatically adjusted, will turn green and one or more AF frames will appear. • When you press PHOTO on the wireless controller, the still image is recorded immediately. Press PHOTO fully.
Recording 10x Optical Zoom IMPORTANT Avoid the following actions while the card access display ( ) appears on screen and when the CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the position of the / switch or the operating mode. NOTES If the subject is not suitable for autofocus, turns yellow.
Playback 1 Playback Playback Playing Back Movies 2 Play back the tape on the LCD display or close the LCD panel to use the viewfinder. 3 ( 8) 4 27 Holding the lock button pressed down, set the switch to PLAY. Move the / switch to (tape). Locate the point where you want to begin the playback. Press to rewind or to fast forward the tape. Press / to begin the playback. DURING PLAYBACK 5 6 Press / again to pause the playback. Press to stop the playback.
Playback During the playback of HDV recordings: Even though their icons will appear on screen, the following special playback modes are not available. - Reverse slow playback - Frame reverse - Double speed playback (forward or reverse) To protect the tape and video heads, the camcorder will enter the stop mode ( ) if left in playback pause ( ) mode for 4 minutes 30 seconds. To resume the playback press / .
Playback 6 Press FUNC. . appears. Note that if the joystick guide appears on the screen, it will conceal the icon. Press ( ) to hide the joystick guide. * In mode, select [ PLAY/ OUT SETUP] instead. Returning to a Pre-marked Position If you wish to return to a particular scene later, mark the point with the zero set memory and the tape will stop at that point when you rewind/fast forward the tape. TO ADJUST THE VOLUME OF THE HEADPHONES In mode, adjust the volume of the headphones with the [PHONES VOL.
Playback Locating the End of the Last Scene Locating Scenes by Recording Date After playing back a tape, use this function to locate the end of the last scene recorded in order to continue recording from that point. You can locate the change of the date/ time zone with the date search function. POINTS TO CHECK Stop the playback before using this function. FUNC. ( 1 2 3 21) Press FUNC. . Select ( )[ END SEARCH] and press ( ). Select ( ) [EXECUTE] and press ( ). • “END SEARCH” appears.
Playback 31 IMPORTANT Viewing Still Images ( 8) Avoid the following actions while the card access display appears on screen, and when the CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the position of the / switch or the operating mode. The following may not be displayed correctly.
Playback TO SKIP 10 OR 100 STILL IMAGES 1 2 3 4 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. Push the joystick ( ) toward . Select ( )[ JUMP 10 IMAGES] or [ JUMP 100 IMAGES]. Jump ( ) the number of images selected. Press ( ) to close the image jump screen and display the image. You can press ( ) again to hide the joystick guide. 3 return to moving between single images. Move the zoom lever toward T. The index screen closes and the selected image is displayed.
Menu Options Lists Advanced Functions Image effect Menu Options Lists Menu Options Lists Menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an 21). item, refer to Using the Menus ( FUNC. Menu Options Recording programs ( ( 54) Mode switch: [ SINGLE], [ CONT.SHOOT.], [ HISPEED CONT.SHOOT.], [ AEB] Digital effects Mode switch: [ AUTO], [ DAYLIGHT], [ SHADE], [ CLOUDY], [ TUNGSTEN], [ FLUORESCENT], [ FLUORESCENT H], [ SET] 60) Mode switch: [ D.
Menu Options Lists Recordings made in [ DV(NORMAL)]: [ S S.FINE/640x480], [ S FINE/640x480], [ S NORMAL/640x480] When [HD STANDARD] is set to [ DV(NORMAL)]: [ STILL I.REC OFF], [M 1440x1080], [S 640x480] Quality: [ SUPER FINE], [ FINE], [ NORMAL] Still image size/quality ( SLIDESHOW 62) ( Press ( ) to enter the image selection screen. From that screen, you can continue to select the still images you want to protect.
Menu Options Lists Setup Menus Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) CAMERA SETUP A.SL SHUTTER D.ZOOM [ OFF], [ 40X], [ 200X] Determines the operation of the digital zoom. When activated, the camcorder will switch automatically to the digital zoom when you zoom in beyond the optical zoom range. With the digital zoom the image is digitally processed, so the image resolution will deteriorate the more you zoom in.
Menu Options Lists Recording/Video Input Setup (HD Standard, DV Recording Mode, etc.) AF AST LAMP ( 57) REC/IN SETUP HD STANDARD [ AUTO], [ OFF] FOCUS PRI. ( Mode switch: [ ON:AiAF], [ [ OFF] 53) ON:CENTER], IMG STAB Mode switch: [ ON], [ OFF] The image stabilizer compensates for camcorder shake even at full telephoto. The image stabilizer is designed to compensate for a normal degree of camcorder shake.
Menu Options Lists DV REC MODE DV [ 16bit], [ 12bit] When [HD STANDARD] is set to one of the DV standards, you can change the audio quality. [ 16bit]: To record sound at the highest quality. [ 12bit]: If you will dub audio or add a music track later with an external device. Mode switch: [ AUTO], [ OFF ] The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind when recording outdoors. The wind screen cannot be turned off when the mode switch is set to .
Menu Options Lists FILE NOS. ERASE ALL IMAGES [ RESET], [ CONTINUOUS] Select the image numbering method to be used when you insert a new memory card. Images are automatically assigned consecutive image numbers from 0101 to 9900, and stored in folders containing up to 100 images. Folders are numbered from 101 to 998. [ RESET]: Image numbers will restart from 101-0101 every time you insert a new memory card.
Menu Options Lists This setting will be unavailable while the camcorder is connected to an external device using the HDMI cable. OUTPUT CH [ L/R], [ L/L], [ R/R] You can select the audio channel to use during the playback of a tape with audio recorded on two channels. [ L/R]: Left and Right channels (stereo) / Main + Sub tracks (bilingual). [ L/L]: Left channel only (stereo) / Main track only (bilingual). [ R/R]: Right channel only (stereo) / Sub track only (bilingual).
Menu Options Lists This setting will be unavailable while the camcorder is connected to an external device using the HDMI cable. DV OUTPUT [ DV LOCKED], [ HDV/DV] You can select the video standard to use when connecting to an external device using the HDV/DV terminal. [ HDV/DV]: Switch automatically between standards to match the original standard of the recordings. [ DV LOCKED]: All video output will be in DV standard (recordings made in HDV will be down-converted).
Menu Options Lists Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) DISPLAY SETUP BRIGHTNESS in order to allow you to focus manually more easily. Using the assist functions will not affect the recordings on the tape or memory card. AUDIO LEVEL Adjust ( ) the brightness of the LCD display with the joystick. Changing the brightness of the LCD display does not affect that of the viewfinder or the recordings. 41 [ ON], [ ( 59) OFF] TV SCREEN MARKERS ASSIST FUNC.
Menu Options Lists LANGUAGE ( 22) [DEUTSCH], [ENGLISH], [ESPAÑOL], [FRANÇAIS], [ITALIANO], [POLSKI], [ ], [TÜRKÇE], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] DEMO MODE POWER SAVE [ ON], [ OFF] In order to save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, it will automatically shut off if left without any operation for 5 minutes. Approximately 30 seconds before the camcorder shuts off, the message “ AUTO POWER OFF” will appear.
Recording Programs 43 Using the Recording Programs Recording Programs Auto The camcorder adjusts the focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. : Flexible Recording Programs ( 44) [ PROGRAM AE] [ SHUTTER-PRIO. AE] The camcorder sets the You select the shutter aperture and shutter speed. speed. Special Scene Recording Programs ( [ APERTURE-PRIO. AE] You select the aperture value.
Recording Programs [ Flexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed The camcorder adjusts various image settings to give a cinematic look to your recordings. The effect will be enhanced when this recording mode is combined with the [ HDV(PF25)] setting ( 36) to get the 25p Cinema Mode. Use the automatic exposure (AE) program or give priority to the exposure value or the shutter speed. POINTS TO CHECK * ( * [ PROGRAM AE] 21) FUNC.
Recording Programs 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000 1/250, 1/500 For recording from within a car or train, or for recording moving subjects such as roller coasters. 1/2000 For recording outdoor sports such as golf or tennis on sunny days. Special Scene: Recording Programs to Match Special Conditions 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.
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color [ NIGHT] - Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage. - Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes. - White points may appear on the screen. - Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually. [ SNOW]/[ BEACH] - The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the image on the screen. [ FIREWORKS] - To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod.
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color Mode switch: (except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording program). 47 Fast moving subjects Through wet windows Night scenes 1 2 3 POINTS TO CHECK ( 8) Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure. Mode switch: 1 2 Press FOCUS . “MF” appears. Adjust the focus as necessary with the FOCUS dial until the image appears focused. Pressing FOCUS again will return the camcorder to autofocus.
1 2 Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color Adjust the zoom. In autofocus mode, keep FOCUS pressed down for more than 2 seconds. • appears. • Pressing FOCUS again will return the camcorder to autofocus. • Operating the zoom or the FOCUS dial will return the camcorder to manual focus adjustment (MF). Focus Assist Functions The focus assist function will magnify the center of the picture and emphasize the outlines of the objects on screen (peaking) to make it easier for you to focus manually.
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color [ [ FLUORESCENT] For recording under warm white, cool white or warm white type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting. [ FLUORESCENT H] For recording under daylight or daylight type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting. [ SET] Use the custom white balance for special situations not covered by the other options. The custom white balance will ensure that white subjects appear white under various lighting conditions. FUNC.
Still Image Recording Options Still Image Recording Options Still Image Recording Options [ NEUTRAL] Tones down the contrast and color saturation. [ LOW SHARPENING] Records subjects with softened outlines. [ SOFT SKIN DETAIL] Softens the details in the skin tone area for a more complimentary appearance. [ CUSTOM] Allows you to adjust the brightness, contrast, sharpness, and color depth of the image. [COL.DEPTH]: (–) Shallower colors, (+) Richer color tonality [BRIGHTN.
Still Image Recording Options On a 512 MB memory card Image Size LW 1920x1080 L 2048x1536 M 1440x1080 SW 848x480* S 640x480 350 235 470 1,775 2,320 When printing still images, use the following guidelines as a reference for selecting the print size. 525 350 700 2,515 3,355 1,040 700 1,370 5,030 6,040 * This size is only available for recording simultaneously on the tape and memory card ( 51) or for capturing a still image from the playback picture ( 52).
Still Image Recording Options ( FUNC. ( 8) 21) FUNC. FUNC. Icon of the currently selected Still Image Simultaneous Recording option ( 21) FUNC. Icon of the currently selected Still Image Capturing option FUNC. Desired image quality Desired image size* Press ( FUNC. ) Desired image quality* TO CAPTURE THE STILL IMAGE 1 * The number displayed on the right corner indicates the approximate number of images that can be recorded with the current quality/ size setting.
Still Image Recording Options POINTS TO CHECK POINTS TO CHECK ( 8) Mode switch: (except for the Special Scene recording programs) Options [ Default value EVALUATIVE] Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camcorder divides the picture into several areas and the light is measured in all of them to achieve the optimal exposure for the subject.
Still Image Recording Options NOTES In the [ FIREWORKS] recording program the focus priority is automatically set to [ OFF]. FUNC. ( 21) FUNC. Icon of the currently selected Drive Mode FUNC. Desired option Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing 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. POINTS TO CHECK 8) Mode switch: (except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording program).
Other Functions Other Functions Other Functions On-Screen Displays The camcorder keeps a data code containing the date and time and other camera data (shutter speed, aperture, etc.) registered at the time of recording. You can select the data to be displayed. 55 Selecting the Data Code You can select the data code to be displayed when playing back movies. Options [ DATE], [ Default value TIME] Displays the date or time when the scene or still image was recorded.
Other Functions Reading the Histogram Display Pixel Count When viewing still images you can display the histogram and the icons of all the functions used at the time of recording. Use the histogram as a reference to verify the correct exposure of the still image. 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.
Other Functions 3 Press PHOTO , first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully to record the still image. 57 - The brightness of the AF-assist lamp could be an inconvenience. Consider turning it off in public places such as restaurants or theaters. TO USE THE OPTIONAL VFL-1 VIDEO FLASH LIGHT You can attach the optional VFL-1 Video Flash Light to the advanced accessory shoe if you want a more powerful flash than the built-in flash.
Other Functions Self Timer Audio Recording Level POINTS TO CHECK ( 8) : Set the camcorder in record pause mode. You can adjust the audio recording level for the built-in or for an external microphone. You can display the audio level indicator while recording or playing back the tape. Manual Adjustment of the Audio Recording Level FUNC. ( POINTS TO CHECK 21) FUNC. ( MENU 8) Mode switch: CAMERA SETUP SELF TIMER FUNC. ON appears. : Press START/STOP .
Other Functions 3 4 Adjust ( ) the audio level as necessary. • Push the joystick ( ) toward to raise the audio recording level or push it ( ) toward to lower it. • As a guideline, adjust the audio recording level so that the audio level meter will go to the right of the -12 dB mark only occasionally. • When the 0 dB mark turns red, the sound may be distorted. Press ( ) to save the setting and hide the joystick guide. TO USE THE MICROPHONE ATTENUATOR FUNC. ( 21) FUNC.
Other Functions OTHER MICROPHONES You can also use commercially available microphones not compatible with the advanced accessory shoe, by connecting the external microphone to the MIC terminal. Use commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply and a cable no longer than 3 m. You can connect almost any stereo microphone with a ∅ 3.5 mm plug but the audio recording level may vary. Digital Effects POINTS TO CHECK ( * :[ * BLK&WHT], [ 8) SEPIA] only.
Other Functions Setting TO FADE IN FUNC. ( 21) Icon of the currently selected Digital Effect FUNC. FUNC. ** Desired digital effect.* * You can preview the effect on the screen before pressing FUNC. . **The icon of the selected effect appears. Applying Depending on the operation mode, these positions may be empty or show a different icon. 2 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. Push the joystick ( ) toward D.EFFECTS . If D.
Still Image Options While reviewing the image immediately after recording: 1 Push the joystick ( ) toward . 2 Select ( ) [ERASE] and press ( ). Editing Functions Still Image Options Still Image Options Erasing Still Images Erasing All Images IMPORTANT Protected images will not be deleted even if you erase all images. Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. NOTES ( 8) ( 8) Protected images cannot be erased. FUNC. Erasing a Single Image ( ( 21) 8) FUNC.
Still Image Options FUNC. Initialize all memory cards before using them with this camcorder. PROTECT Press ( 63 ) [ PROTECT]: The image selection screen appears. ( 8) FUNC. ( 21) FROM THE IMAGE SELECTION SCREEN 1 2 3 Select ( ) the still image you want to protect. Press ( ) to protect the still image. appears on the bottom bar and the image cannot be erased. Press ( ) again to cancel the image protection. Repeat steps 1-2 to protect additional images or press FUNC. twice to close the menu.
Connecting to a TV or VCR Connecting to a TV or VCR External Connections Connecting to a TV or VCR Connection Diagrams Turn off all the devices when making the connections and refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. AV/ Terminal COMPONENT OUT Terminal The component video terminal is for video only. When you use connection type 1 do not forget the audio connections using the AV/ terminal. Open the terminal cover to access.
Connecting to a TV or VCR 65 High Definition TV Sets (HDTV) Terminal on the Camcorder Connecting Cable 1 Output connection (Signal Flow Terminal on the Connected Device ) to an HDTV with component video input terminals. Red Blue CTC-100/S Component Cable (Supplied) Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y Green White AUDIO L STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (Supplied) Red 2 Output connection (Signal Flow Input connection (Signal Flow (IEEE1394) output. R ) to an HDTV with a DV (IEEE1394) terminal.
Connecting to a TV or VCR Standard Definition TV Sets Terminal on the Camcorder Terminal on the Connected Device Connecting Cable 2 Output connection (Signal Flow Input connection (Signal Flow (IEEE1394) output. ) to a TV with a DV (IEEE1394) terminal. ) from a TV or other digital video source with a DV 4-pin CV-150F/CV-250F DV Cable (Optional) 6-pin* * Be careful to correctly insert the 6-pin plug into the DV terminal. Inserting it in the wrong direction can result in damage to the camcorder.
Connecting to a TV or VCR NOTES Playback on a TV Screen The quality of the playback picture will vary depending on the connected TV and the type of connection used. POINTS TO CHECK ( 8) Change the following settings as necessary before making the connections. Refer to the corresponding explanation of each setting in the PLAY/OUT SETUP menu option list ( 38). - [PLAYBACK STD] to select the output video standard. - [TV TYPE] to match the output video to the aspect ratio of the connected TV. - [COMP.
Connecting to a TV or VCR - There will be no video or audio output from the HDMI OUT terminal while there is a video input connection to the HDV/DV terminal or the AV/ terminal. - To output audio dubbed later on a tape through the HDMI OUT terminal, set [AUDIO OUT] to [ MIX/VAR.] ( 39). - Audio output from the HDMI OUT terminal will include both channels (Left/Right on a stereo recording, Main/Sub on a bilingual recording), regardless of the [OUTPUT CH] setting.
Connecting to a TV or VCR Recording 1 2 3 4 5 6 This camcorder: Load the recorded cassette. Connected device: Load a blank cassette or disc and set the device to record pause mode. This camcorder: Locate the scene you wish to copy and pause the playback shortly before the scene. When the connection is recognized " HDV/DV" will be displayed. When the video output starts, the display will change to " HDV-OUT" or " DV-OUT" depending on the video output signal. This camcorder: Resume the movie playback.
Connecting to a TV or VCR Set [PLAYBACK STD] to [ AUTO] ( 38) before making the connections. Connecting 5 6 7 8 When the scene you wish to record appears, press / . Recording starts. While recording, press / to pause the recording. In record pause, press / again to resume recording. Press to stop recording. Connected device: Stop the playback. Connect the camcorder to the video input source using the digital connection –connection type 2 ( 64)– shown in the previous section Connection Diagrams.
Connecting to a TV or VCR 7 8 9 Recording starts. While recording, press / to pause the recording. In record pause, press / again to resume recording. Press to stop recording. Connected device: Stop the playback. 71 During recording: If you try to record from software that contains copyright control signals for protection of software, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED” appears. You cannot record the contents of the software.
Connecting to a TV or VCR IMPORTANT Depending on the signal sent from the connected device, the conversion from analog to digital signals might not work properly (e.g., signals that include copyright protective signals or anomalous signals such as ghost signals). Usually, leave [AV DV] set to the default setting [ OFF]. While it is set to [ ON], you cannot connect video input signals to the camcorder using the HDV/DV terminal. NOTES We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.
Connecting to a Computer 73 Connecting to a Computer Connecting to a Computer PC Connection Diagrams USB Terminal Open the LCD panel cover to access. HDV/DV Terminal • Check the type and orientation of the terminal and make sure you connect the DV cable properly. • Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin-4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin-6 pin) DV cable.
Connecting to a Computer Connecting Transferring Video Recordings You can transfer recordings to a computer using the HDV/DV terminal.
Connecting to a Computer 75 IMPORTANT Transferring Still Images – Direct Transfer With the supplied USB cable and the Digital Video Software, you can transfer still images to a computer simply by pressing (print/share). ( 8) Preparations NOTES We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. Refer also to the computer’s instruction manual.
[ Connecting to a Computer • [ SELECT & TRANSFER]: The selected image is transferred and displayed on the computer. To continue transferring, select ( ) another image. • [ WALLPAPER]: The selected image is transferred to the computer and displayed as the desktop’s background. • The button will flash while the images are being transferred. • Press FUNC. to return to the transfer menu.
Connecting to a Printer 77 Connecting to a Printer Connecting to a Printer FUNC. TRANSFER ORDER Press ( ) Printing Still Images – Direct Print : The image selection screen appears. FROM THE IMAGE SELECTION SCREEN 1 2 3 Select ( ) the still image you want to mark with a transfer order. Press ( ) to set the transfer order. A checkmark appears in the box next to the transfer order symbol . Press ( ) again to cancel the transfer order.
Connecting to a Printer We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. Refer also to the printer’s instruction manual. Printing with the Button (Print/Share) You can print a still image without changing the settings simply by pressing . 1 2 Select ( ) the still image you wish to print. Press . • Printing starts. The button flashes and stays on when the printing is completed. • To continue printing, select ( ) another still image.
Connecting to a Printer Printing after Changing the Print Settings 79 TO CANCEL THE PRINTING Press ( ) while printing. A confirmation dialog appears. Select [OK] and press ( ). With Canon’s PictBridge compatible printers, the printing will stop immediately (even if not completed) and the paper will be fed through. PRINTING ERRORS 1 2 3 4 5 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. Push the joystick ( ) toward . • The print setting menu appears.
Connecting to a Printer - Images recorded with the camcorder but edited on a computer. - Images whose file names were changed. - Images not recorded with this camcorder. Observe the following precautions during printing: - Do not turn off the camcorder or the printer. - Do not change the position of the / switch. - Do not disconnect the USB cable. - Do not remove the memory card. If the message “BUSY.” does not disappear, disconnect the USB cable and restore the connection after a short while.
Connecting to a Printer 3 FUNC. ( 21) FUNC. PRINT ORDER Press ( ) 4 : The image selection screen appears. FROM THE IMAGE SELECTION SCREEN 1 2 3 4 Select ( ) the still image you want to mark with a print order. Press ( ) to set the print order. The number of copies appears in orange in the box next to the print order symbol . Set ( ) the number of copies desired and press ( ). To cancel the print order, set ( ) the number of copies to 0.
Trouble? Additional Information Troubleshooting Trouble? 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. • The camcorder switches off by itself. • The cassette compartment cover will not open. • The LCD/viewfinder switches on and off. Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.
Trouble? Problem 83 Solution 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 screen. When using the camcorder in a room where a TV is located, keep a distance between the compact power adapter and the power or antenna cables of the TV. – The tape stops during record pause or playback pause.
Trouble? Playback Problem Solution During playback there is video noise. Video heads are dirty. Clean the video heads. 92 Pressing the playback button does not start playback. Load a cassette. 18 Set the camcorder to Tape reached the end (“ Rewind the tape. . END” appears on the screen). 27 18 No sound from the built-in speaker. Open the LCD panel. – Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume with the joystick and joystick guide in mode.
Trouble? 85 Memory Card Operation Problem Solution Memory card cannot be inserted. Memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the memory card over and reinsert it. 18 Cannot record on the memory card. Memory card is full. Erase still images to free some space or replace the memory card. 62 Memory card cannot be played back. Memory card was not initialized. Initialize the memory card. 63 The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value. Set [FILE NOS.
Trouble? List of Messages Some error messages will disappear after being displayed for about 4 seconds. Message Explanation/Solution SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME You have not set the time zone, date and time. This message appears each time you turn the power on until you set the time zone, date and time. 22 CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. 16 THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION Cassette is protected.
Trouble? Message 87 Explanation/Solution IN CARD POSITION You pressed START/STOP while recording still images ( mode). – NAMING ERROR The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value. Set the [FILE NOS.] option to [RESET] and erase all the images on the memory card or initialize it. 62 63 UNIDENTIFIABLE IMAGE The image file is corrupted or it was saved using a compression method other than that compatible with this camcorder (JPEG).
Trouble? SET PRINT ORDER Message Explanation/Solution No still image on the memory card has been marked with a print order. READJUST TRIMMING You changed the print style after you set the trimming settings. PRINTER ERROR Cancel printing. Turn the printer off and then on again. Check the printer status. If the error still persists, refer to the printer’s instruction manual and contact the appropriate customer support center or service center. HARDWARE ERROR Cancel printing.
Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions 89 Do’s and Don’ts Camcorder DANGER! Treat the battery pack with care. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not expose it to temperatures higher than 60 °C. 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 or knock it. • Do not get it wet. Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge.
Do’s and Don’ts About the battery terminal cover The battery terminal cover has a [ ]shaped hole. This is useful when you wish to differentiate between charged and uncharged battery packs. Back side of the battery pack terminals with a cotton swab after about 10 times of removing and reinserting the cassette. The memory function is not supported by the camcorder.
Do’s and Don’ts Do not attach any labels or stickers on the memory card. When you erase image files or initialize the memory card, only the file allocation table is altered and the data itself is not actually deleted. Take the necessary precautions when you dispose of the memory card, for example by physically damaging it to prevent the leakage of private data. Lithium Button Battery Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools as this will cause a short circuit.
Do’s and Don’ts Maintenance/Others Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth to gently wipe the lens or viewfinder. Never use tissue paper. Cleaning the Video Heads LCD Screen and I.AF sensor In the following cases the video heads are dirty and need to be cleaned. - The message “HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears. - During playback you notice frequent video problems (blocky video artifacts, banding, etc.).
Do’s and Don’ts When the camcorder is moved from a cold place to a warm room 93 RESUMING USE The precise time required for water droplets to evaporate will vary depending on the location and weather conditions. After the condensation warning stops flashing, wait for 1 more hour before resuming use.
General Information System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) General Information WS-20 Wrist Strap BP-2L13, BP-2L14, NB-2LH Battery Pack CB-2LWE Battery Charger SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap MiniDV Video cassette BP-2L13, BP-2L14, NB-2LH Battery Pack WL-D87 Wireless Controller CA-570 Compact Power Adapter WD-H43 Wide-converter TL-H43 Tele-converter FS-43U/FS-43U II Filter Set STV-250N Stereo Video Cable SCART Adapter VCR DTC-100 D Terminal Cable TV/HDTV CTC-100 Component Cable
General Information 95 Optional Accessories 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., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
General Information FS-43U/FS-43U II Filter Set Neutral density and MC protector filters help you to control difficult lighting conditions. VFL-1 Video Flash Light This video flash light allows you to record still images and movies even at night or in dark places. It attaches to the camcorder’s advanced accessory shoe for cable-free operation. VL-3 Video Light This video light enables you to record brightly in color even in dark places.
General Information 97 Shoulder Strap You can attach a shoulder strap for more security and portability. Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap. WS-20 Wrist Strap Use this for extra additional protection for active shooting. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.
General Information Specifications HV20 System Video Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning HDV HDV 1080i1 DV DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system), digital component recording HDV MPEG-1 Audio Layer 2, 16 bit, 48 kHz; Audio Recording System transfer rate 384 kbps (2 channels) DV PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48 kHz/2 channels); 12 bit (32 kHz/4 channels) HD Television System High Definition Video (HDV) 1080/50i SD CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) PAL color signal Compatible Tapes Vid
General Information 99 Design rule for Camera File system (DCF), Exif 2.23 compliant, DPOF compliant Image Compression Method JPEG (compression: Super Fine, Fine, Normal) 2 This camcorder has been tested with miniSD cards up to 2 GB. Performance cannot be guaranteed for all miniSD cards. 3 This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between camcorders and printers.
General Information Index 16:9 aspect ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 25p Cinema Mode (25 fps progressive) . . . . . . . . . . . 36, 44 6-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 9 Point AiAF (Autofocus) . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 A Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . . 93 AEB - Auto exposure bracketing . . . . . . 54 AF-assist lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Analog video input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Analog/digital (A/D) converter . . . . . . .
General Information L Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 LCD backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 LCD screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Light metering mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Lithium button battery . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 91 LP mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 M Magnifying the playback image . . . . . . 32 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Manual exposure adjustment . . . . . . . .
General Information W White balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Wide angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Wide TV (16:9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Wind screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Wireless controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Z Zero set memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Zoom speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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