0_ZR20_cover Print 3/12/01 13:48 Page 1 PUB.DIM-378 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER ENGLISH Instruction Manual E CANON INC. U.S.A. CAMESCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMERIQUES CANON U.S.A., INC. NEW JERSEY OFFICE 100 Jamesburg Road, Jamesburg, NJ 08831 USA FRANÇAIS Mode d’emploi CANON U.S.A., INC. CHICAGO OFFICE 100 Park Blvd., Itasca, IL 60143 USA CANON U.S.A., INC. LOS ANGELES OFFICE 15955 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA CANON U.S.A., INC. HONOLULU OFFICE 1020 Auahi Street, Bldg.
1_ZR20_E(02-07) 3/12/01 13:48 Page 2 Important Usage Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. E 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.
1_ZR20_E(02-07) 3/12/01 13:48 Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR20 and all its accessories. 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
1_ZR20_E(02-07) Page 4 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Fig. 1 E 3/12/01 13:48 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS Introduction NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H) 14.
1_ZR20_E(02-07) 3/12/01 13:48 Page 5 Contents Introduction Important Usage Instructions ....................2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................3 Thank you for Choosing a Canon ..............6 Introducing the ZR20 ................................7 Using the Various Recording Programs ..50 Using Digital Effects ................................54 Audio Recording ......................................59 Setting the Self-Timer ..............................
1_ZR20_E(02-07) 3/12/01 13:48 Page 6 Thank you for Choosing a Canon First, we’d like to thank you for purchasing this Canon camcorder. Its advanced technology makes it very easy to use — you will soon be making high-quality videos which will give you pleasure for years to come. E To get the most out of your new camcorder, we recommend that you read this manual thoroughly — there are many sophisticated features which will add to your recording enjoyment.
1_ZR20_E(02-07) 3/12/01 13:48 Page 7 Introducing the ZR20 Compact and Stylish The ZR20 is small and light. Many various functions are condensed into its compact body. Also, the slim and stylish design makes it easy to carry and use and shooting videos a pleasure. IEEE 1394 DV Terminal Still Photos Just press the photo button to capture still pictures. 2.5” LCD Screen A 2.5” LCD screen makes it easy for you to shoot colorful, well composed video. It is also great for playback.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 8 Finding Your Way Around the ZR20 E REC SEARCH + button (p. 49)/ (fast forward) button (p. 26) Record review button (p. 49)/ REC (record) SEARCH – button(p. 49)/ (rewind) button (p. 26) FOCUS button (p. 66)/ (play/pause) button (p. 26) AE SHIFT button (p. 63)/ (stop) button (p. 26) BATT. (battery) RELEASE button (p. 13) Mastering the Basics LCD screen (p. 23) Backup battery cover (p. 92) Battery attachment unit (p. 12) LCD panel OPEN button (p.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 9 E Viewfinder focusing lever (p. 88) Viewfinder protect cover (p. 94) PHOTO button (p. 46) Accessory shoe Zoom controller (p. 22) Speaker (p. 29) Mastering the Basics Viewfinder (p. 88, 94) Strap attachment bar (p. 89) POWER indicator (p. 18) Start/Stop button (p. 19) Grip belt (p. 88) POWER switch (p. 18) C AM ER A } • OFF • PLAY(VCR) • CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) Cassette compartment cover (p. 16) Cassette compartment (p.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 10 E Terminal cover Remote sensor (p. 40) Stereo microphone (p. 82) Terminal cover S-video IN/OUT terminal (p. 31) S IN/OUT AV Mastering the Basics IN/OUT AV (audio/video) IN/OUT terminal (p. 30)/ H (phones) terminal (p. 30) DV IN/OUT terminal (p. 75, 79) DV u (LANC) terminal (p. 74) IN/OUT Bottom view MIC OPEN/EJECT switch (p. 16) MIC terminal (p. 59, 82) Tripod socket (p. 33) PHOTO button (p. 46) Transmitter START/STOP button (p.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 11 Powering Your Camcorder Before operating your camcorder, you will need to use the power adapter to: E Provide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Notes: • The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by your camcorder. • If the adapter is used next to a TV, it may cause bars to appear on the TV — move the adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) E 3/12/01 13:49 Page 12 Attaching and charging the battery packs 1 CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) DC IN 9.5V CHARGE 3 2 4 Mastering the Basics Charge indicator Your battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should have enough power for you to check that your camcorder is working properly. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you want it to power the camcorder for more than a few minutes.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 13 5. When charging is complete, disconnect the power adapter from the camcorder. Unplug the power cable from the AC outlet, then disconnect it from the adapter. 6. Remove the battery pack after use. E • Rotate the viewfinder upwards. • Press and hold the BATT. RELEASE button while you slide the battery up. Notes: • Never connect an unspecified product to the camcorder’s DC terminal. Likewise, do not connect the power adapter to an unspecified product.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) E 3/12/01 13:49 Page 14 Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit (optional) The Compact Power Adapter CA-560 included with the camcorder can be used along with the CR-560 Kit for 3 different ways to power the camcorder or charge battery packs: 1. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs with power from your car battery. 2. Operate the camcorder with power from your car battery. 3. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs from a household AC outlet.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 15 2. Operate the camcorder with power from your car battery. Camcorder + DC Cable + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable → car’s cigarette lighter E To car’s cigarette lighter 1 or 2 battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Compact Power Adapter Mastering the Basics 3. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs from a household AC outlet. CHARGE • Fast charging for the high-capacity BP-522 and BP-535 (both optional).
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 16 Loading a Cassette E PU SH OPEN/EJECT Only use videocassettes marked with the D logo.* Mastering the Basics Loading and unloading 1. Make sure that you have attached a power source. 2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch (on the bottom of the camcorder) to release the cassette compartment cover. • Pull the cover fully open (while holding the button) and wait a couple of seconds for the cassette compartment to open automatically.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 17 Protecting tapes from accidental erasure E REC SAVE REC SAVE To protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette so that it exposes the hole. (This switch position is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE OFF.) If you load this cassette and put the camcorder in record pause mode ( 18), “THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” is displayed for approx. 4 seconds and then the v mark flashes in the display.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 18 Basic Recording E 3 1 CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) P 4, 5 CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) Before you start recording Mastering the Basics Have you completed the following steps? • Attached a power source ( 12). • Removed the lens cap ( 88) and fastened the shoulder strap ( • Chosen the display: viewfinder ( 88) or LCD screen ( 23) 89). Notes: • When you’re using the viewfinder, fully close the LCD or rotate the LCD so that it faces the same direction as the lens ( 23).
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 19 3. Slide the program selector to [. • This selects the camcorder’s Easy Recording program. It allows you to simply point and shoot without making any manual adjustments ( 52). E 4. Press and release the start/stop button once to begin recording. • For still image recording, see p. 46. 5. Press and release the start/stop button again to pause recording. • The camcorder returns to record pause mode and PAUSE reappears in the display.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) E 3/12/01 13:49 Page 20 Changing the recording mode (SP/LP) You can record and play back a tape in SP (standard play) and LP (long play) modes. LP extends tape usage by 1.5 times. You can’t add sound (audio dubbing) or images (AV insert) to a tape that has been recorded in LP mode. If you plan to use either of these functions later, record in SP mode.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 21 16:9 (Widescreen TV recording) E Produces images in the 16:9 format for playback on widescreen TVs. CAMERA CAM.SET UP ( 16:9••••••••OFF 36) To switch 16:9 to ON, open the menu and select CAM.SET UP. Then select 16:9, set it to ON and close the menu. Confirmation/Warning beeps Mastering the Basics Notes: • “16:9” is shown in the display when you switch the 16:9 mode on. • You cannot use the 16:9 mode with the Easy Recording program.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 22 Zooming Zoom in E W T Zoom out Mastering the Basics 10× optical zoom The camcorder’s 10× zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for each scene: • Move the zoom control towards W to zoom out to wide-angle. • Move it towards T to zoom in to telephoto. You can also control the speed of zooming: • Move the control slightly to zoom slowly. • Move it farther to zoom more quickly. (The farther you move the zoom control, the faster the zoom speed.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 23 Using the LCD Screen Opening and closing the LCD screen E Slide the LCD panel OPEN button and open the panel by pulling it away from the camcorder. This automatically switches the LCD screen on and the viewfinder off. When you close the LCD panel, press the upper corner until it clicks closed. The LCD screen automatically switches off and the viewfinder switches back on.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) E 3/12/01 13:49 Page 24 Notes: Avoid touching the LCD screen when moving the LCD panel. Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD panel or the viewfinder. Make sure you open the LCD panel at 90°, before attempting to rotate it. Always rotate the LCD panel vertically into place, before closing it or pushing it flat against the side of the camcorder. • Always fully close the LCD panel until it clicks securely.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 25 Allowing the subject to monitor recording E When you turn the LCD panel so that it faces the same direction as the lens, you can watch yourself during recording or let your subject monitor recording. The viewfinder is also activated when the panel is in this position. (Adjusting the viewfinder, 88) • You can choose the display style, reversed (mirror on) or not (mirror off). The recording itself is unaffected regardless of which one you choose.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 26 Playing Back a Cassette E REC SEARCH REC SEARCH FOCUS AE SHIFT CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) Mastering the Basics You can use the LCD screen for instant, on-the-spot playback. The camcorder also plays back the sound track via the built-in speaker ( 29). • When you play back a tape, you can also close the LCD panel with its screen side facing up. • When you’re using the viewfinder to view playback, close the LCD panel. To play back your recordings on a TV, see p. 30.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 27 Other playback modes Playback pause Press the a (pause) button. To resume normal playback, press it again, or press the e (play) button. The camcorder automatically goes into stop mode after about 5 minutes’ playback pause. E Fast forward playback To play back the recording at about 9.5 times normal speed, press and hold the 1 (fast forward) button during normal playback or press and hold the 1 (fast forward) button during normal fast forward.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) E 3/12/01 13:49 Page 28 Slow Reverse Playback To play back in reverse at about 1/5 normal speed, press the –/4a button and then the SLOW M button during normal playback. Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback. • The camcorder automatically returns to ×1 reverse playback after about 30 seconds of slow playback. Reverse Playback To play back in reverse at normal speed, press the –/4a button during normal forward playback.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 29 Built-in speaker E The camcorder has a built-in speaker so you can review the sound track alongside the picture during tape playback. The built-in speaker is monaural. Notes: • Sometimes audio may sound distorted when the volume is turned up high. If this happens, turn down the volume. • The speaker turns off when the camcorder is set to any mode other than PLAY (VCR) mode. Mastering the Basics Adjust the speaker volume by turning the selector dial.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 30 Connections for Playback on a TV Screen E You can connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR in order to play back your recordings. You will need to attach a power source to the camcorder ( 11). Power off all devices before starting the connections. See your TV or VCR instruction manual for further details.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 31 If your TV (or VCR) has an S (S1) -video input terminal For higher picture quality, we recommend playing back recordings on a TV with an S (S1) terminal. If you connect the camcorder to a TV with an S1 terminal, recordings made in the 16:9 mode for wide screen TVs will automatically play back in wide screen mode on the TV screen.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) E 3/12/01 13:49 Page 32 If your TV (or VCR) has audio/video input terminals INPUT VIDEO AV IN/OUT STV-250N Stereo Video Cable AUDIO L Mastering the Basics MIC 32 R When connecting for playback on a TV screen, make sure the AV/headphone terminal is switched to AV. If PHONES appears in the display, switch the terminal. • Connect the camcorder using the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable. Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal L (left).
2_ZR20_E(08-34) 3/12/01 13:49 Page 33 Tips for Making Better Videos Holding the camcorder For maximum stability, grip the camcorder in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body. If necessary support the camcorder with your left hand. With practice, you will be able to operate the controls by touch, without taking your eye off the action.
2_ZR20_E(08-34) E 3/12/01 13:49 Page 34 Picture angle Instead of zooming while recording, try to choose your picture angle before you begin. A good way to tell a story with video is to begin with a long shot that establishes the situation, and then move in with medium shots and close-ups to show the details. Remember to change your viewpoint for each shot. Long shot Medium shot Close-up Remember that any camcorder movement or change in picture angle should have a definite purpose.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 35 Turning the Image Stabilizer Off E MENU With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeable during telephoto recording. However, the ZR20’s image stabilizer allows you to obtain steady recordings even at high magnification. CAMERA CAM.SET UP ( IMAGE S. •ON 36) Notes: • The image stabilizer is designed to deal with a normal degree of camcorder shake. • Keep the image stabilizer turned off when the camcorder is mounted on a tripod.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 36 Using the Menus E Many of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus which appear in the display. There are 2 main menus: CAM. MENU Camera menu VCR MENU VCR menu ( ( 36) 37) List of Menus Turn to the appropriate page for a detailed explanation of each function. 2 CAM. MENU CAMERA Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. There are 4 submenus within the CAM. MENU.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 37 3 Display set up submenu !2 !3 !4 !5 !6 Brightness ............................. 24 Mirror mode.......................... 25 TV screen............................ 104 Date/time display.................. 45 Return !2 !4 !6 SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE + BRIGHTNESS••– MIRROR••••••ON TV SCREEN•••ON D/T DISPLAY•OFF RETURN E DISP.SET UP !3 !5 4 System submenu !7 Wireless controller................ !8 Beep ......................................
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 38 VCR MENU, cont. E 2 Display set up submenu i o !0 !1 !2 !3 Brightness ............................. 24 Displays .............................. 104 6-second auto date ................ 71 Data code .............................. 70 Date/time select .................... 69 Return DISP.SET UP i !0 !2 SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE + BRIGHTNESS••– DISPLAYS••••ON 6SEC.DATE•••OFF DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME D/TIME SEL.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 39 7. Turn the selector dial and move the arrow to the desired setting. • If you are setting a function other than the white balance or shutter speed, the function will be set if you skip to step 11. E 8. Press the selector dial in to select. • The function is set and you return to the submenu. 9. Turn the selector dial and move the arrow to b RETURN. 10.Press the selector dial in to select. • You return to the main menu. 11.Press the MENU button.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 40 Using the Wireless Controller E The supplied wireless controller can operate the camcorder from a distance of up to 16 feet (5 m). Point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor while you press the buttons.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 41 When Operating 2 Canon DV Camcorders (Remote Sensor Mode) To prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby, there are 2 remote sensor modes and an off setting. The wireless controller and the camcorder have to be set to the same mode in order to be compatible. E ZOOM W T REMOTE SET The wireless controller and the camcorder have been preset to mode 1.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 42 If your wireless controller isn’t working: E Make sure the camcorder and the wireless controller are both set to the same mode. Check the mode the camcorder is set to by pushing any button other than the REMOTE SET button on the wireless controller. The camcorder’s mode appears in purple for about 4 seconds. Set the wireless controller’s mode accordingly by pressing the aforementioned button combinations.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 43 Setting the Date and Time E MENU The date and/or time display forms part of the data code. You can choose to display or hide it during playback ( 69). Set the date and time display when you first start using your camcorder. Install the backup battery before you begin ( 92). • Before you start setting the date and time, select your home time zone from the menu. Setting the time zone/daylight saving time CAMERA SYSTEM T.ZONE/DST••N.Y. 36) 1.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 44 E 16 1 19 18 24 20 4 2 3 17 6 7 10 9 15 8 5 21 23 14 12 22 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Using the Full Range of Features No. Time zone 44 LONDON PARIS CAIRO MOSCOW DUBAI KARACHI DACCA BANGKOK H. KONG (Hong Kong) TOKYO SYDNEY SOLOMON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 No. Time zone WELLGTN (Wellington) SAMOA HONOLU (Honolulu) ANCHOR (Anchorage) L.A. (Los Angeles) DENVER CHICAGO N.Y. (New York) CARACAS RIO (Rio de Janeiro) FERNAN.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 45 Setting the clock After you set the date and time, the date/time and home time zone will be displayed for about 4 seconds each time you turn the power on. E CAMERA SYSTEM ( 36) D/TIME SET••JAN. 1,2001 12:00 AM 1. Open the menu and select SYSTEM. 2. Select D/TIME SET. • The year display starts to flash. 3. Turn the selector dial up and down to change the year. Press the dial in to move to another part of the display.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 46 Taking Still Pictures E 1 PHOTO 2 You can record still pictures like a photograph. The camcorder records the picture and sound to tape for several seconds. The exposure is automatically adjusted. Take still photos that you can record onto a floppy disk with the optional Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder FR-100 ( 48) and transfer to a PC for image enhancement and printout.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:50 Page 47 • If the subject is unsuitable for autofocus ( 98), the camcorder may not be able to focus, and F may continue to flash white in the display. Continue to hold the PHOTO button halfway down, then press the FOCUS button and adjust the focus manually with the selector dial. • If you are using manual focus ( 66), the F mark starts as a continuous green mark. Focus with the selector dial. E 2. Press the PHOTO button fully down to take the still picture.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 48 Using the Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder FR-100 (optional) E The FR-100 captures images taken with the camera, compressing them in JPEG format and recording them as still images onto a floppy disk. DV IN/OUT Using the Full Range of Features DV cable 1. Connect the power sources for the camera and the FR-100. 2. Turn the camera’s POWER switch to PLAY (VCR), and connect the camera and the FR-100 with the DV cable (supplied with the FR-100). 3.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 49 Searching and Reviewing While Recording Record search When the camcorder is in record pause mode, you can use record search to play the tape forwards or backwards to find the point where you want to start or resume recording. This is useful when you want to add a new scene to a previously used cassette. By using record search, you can ensure a smooth, noise-free join between the new scene and the old one. E REC SEARCH REC SEARCH CAMERA 1.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 50 Using the Various Recording Programs E P The camcorder provides you with a choice of 7 recording programs. They use different combinations of camcorder settings in order to adjust the exposure and other functions to match the recording situation. • For simple point-and-shoot operation, select the Easy Recording program. Slide the program selector to the [ position. • For normal shooting conditions, slide the program selector to Q (program AE) mode.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 51 Setting the program AE mode E CAMERA 1. 2. 3. 4. Slide the program selector to Q (program AE) mode. Press the selector dial in to display the program menu. Turn the selector dial to move the arrow up or down the display. Press the selector dial in to select the desired program. • The program will appear in the display. 5. Press the start/stop button to begin recording.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) E 3/12/01 13:51 Page 52 Easy Recording The simplest way to use the camcorder is with the program selector set to the [ position. The camcorder will take care of focus, exposure and other adjustments, leaving you free to point and shoot. [ Auto This is the same as the Easy Recording program, except that you now have the option of using any of the camcorder’s manual functions.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 53 Spotlight This program is designed for recording spotlit scenes, such as on a stage. The exposure is automatically adjusted for glare-free recordings of subjects lit by a concentrated light source. E SPOTLIGHT Sand & Snow Use this program in places where the background is so bright that the subject appears underexposed in the display — a sunny beach or ski resort, for example. You may notice some shudder when recording moving subjects.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 54 Using Digital Effects Use the camcorder’s digital effects for more interesting productions. E • Faders: Start or end scenes on a tape with a fade to or from black ( 55). Fade Trigger, Vertical Wipe, Horizontal Wipe, Mosaic Fade* • Effects: Add flavor to your recordings ( 56).
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 55 Faders E Fade Trigger (FADE-T) When you start recording, the scene gradually fades in from a black screen. When you stop recording, it gradually fades out. Vertical Wipe (WIPE ) When you start recording, the picture begins as a thin vertical line in the center of the screen which gradually expands sideways until it fills the whole of the screen. When you end a scene, the image is wiped from the top and bottom of screen.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 56 E Effects Using the Full Range of Features Sepia (SEPIA) Makes a monochrome image with a brownish tint. 56 Mosaic (MOSAIC) Blurs the image by enlarging the size of some pixels. Art (ART) Adds a paintlike effect, called solarization, to the image. Black and White (BLK & WHT) Makes the image black and white.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 57 Digital effects can be set with the controls on the body of the camcorder or the wireless controller. Pressing the ▲/▼ buttons on the wireless controller correspond to turning the selector dial up and down, and pressing the SET button corresponds to pressing the selector dial in. E MENU P DIGITAL EFFECTS SET ON/OFF D.EFFECTS ON/OFF Operating faders Sound and image fade together. When operating faders in CAMERA mode, make sure the program selector is set to Q.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 58 6. If you’re in CAMERA mode: E Fade in- Press the start/stop button. Fade out- Press the start/stop button. If you’re in PLAY (VCR) mode: Fade in- Press the e (play) button. Fade out- Press the a (pause) button. Operating effects Sound records/plays back normally. When operating effects in CAMERA mode, make sure the program selector is set to Q. CAMERA , PLAY (VCR) Select effect 1. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to open the digital effects menu.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 59 Audio Recording Selecting the audio mode ZR20 can record sound on a tape in two audio modes — 16-bit and 12-bit. The 16-bit mode produces the higher sound quality (slightly superior to CD) while the 12-bit mode records on two channels (stereo 1), leaving 2 channels free (stereo 2) for you to add new sound at a later date. CAMERA , PLAY (VCR) VCR SET UP ( E AUDIO MODE••12bit 36) To switch to the 16-bit mode, open the menu and select VCR SET UP.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) E 3/12/01 13:51 Page 60 Notes: • Be careful when using long microphones as they may extend into the frame. • You can monitor the sound while recording by setting the AV/headphone terminal to headphones ( 30) and attaching stereo headphones to the H terminal. Wind screen The camcorder has an automatic wind screen to prevent wind noise from interfering with the sound track. Make sure it’s off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 61 Setting the Self-Timer E CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) START /STOP PHOTO SELF TIMER MENU CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) This is useful when you want to include yourself in the picture when recording movies or still photographs. CAMERA 1. Press the self-timer button on the body of the camcorder or the SELF TIMER button on the wireless controller. 25). For movies 2. Press the start/stop button.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) Using the Full Range of Features E 62 3/12/01 13:51 Page 62 Notes: • To cancel the self-timer before the countdown has begun, press the SELF TIMER button. • To cancel the self-timer once the countdown has begun, press the SELF TIMER button, start/stop if you’re shooting movies, or PHOTO if you’re taking a still image.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 63 Using AE Shift By controlling the level of the automatic exposure (AE) function, you can lighten or darken the image slightly. This allows you to compensate for backlit, overexposed scenes. E AE SHIFT P CAMERA Make sure the program selector is set to Q. • eAE appears light blue. 3. Turn the selector dial to choose your desired level. • Levels are from –2 to +2, in 0.25 intervals (excluding –1.75 and +1.75). • The higher the setting, the brighter the image.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 64 Setting the Shutter Speed Set the shutter speed manually to take stable shots of quickly moving subjects. E CAMERA CAM.SET UP ( SHUTTER•••••AUTO 36) Using the Full Range of Features 1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode. 2. Press the selector dial in and choose AUTO from the program menu. 3. Open the menu and select CAM.SET UP. 4. Select SHUTTER. 5. Press the selector dial in to select the desired shutter speed.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 65 Guidelines for shooting using high shutter speeds • When shooting with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, do not shoot the sun directly.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 66 Adjusting Focus Manually E The camcorder can focus automatically. All you have to do is point it, and whatever is in the center of the display will usually be in sharp focus. If it does not seem to be focusing well, it may be because the subject is not suitable for autofocus. You can use the manual focusing function for more control over focusing. Focus lock CAMERA REC SEARCH Using the Full Range of Features Press the FOCUS button to turn off autofocus.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 67 Setting the White Balance The camcorder’s auto white balance system compensates for a wide range of lighting conditions. Although slight variations are unavoidable, colors will appear natural in virtually every situation.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) E 3/12/01 13:51 Page 68 Setting the white balance manually will probably work better than auto white balance when shooting: Subjects with one dominant color, such as sky, sea or forest Close-ups In rapidly changing lighting conditions Using the Full Range of Features In places lit by certain types of fluorescent or mercury vapor lights 68 Notes: • Turn the digital zoom off (if neccessary) to set a more accurate white balance.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 69 Displaying Date, Time and Camcorder Data (Data Code) A data code, containing the date and time the recording was made and other camcorder data (shutter speed and exposure settings) is automatically recorded on a special data section of the tape. E MENU DATA CODE CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) During PLAY (VCR) mode, the data code can be displayed or hidden while the camcorder is in play, slow or still mode.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) E 3/12/01 13:51 Page 70 Setting the data code You can also choose which type of data code to display — either the date/time, camera data or both. PLAY (VCR) DISP.SET UP ( DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME 36) To change, open the menu and select DISP.SET UP. Then select DATA CODE, set it to DATE/TIME, CAMERA DATA or CAM. & D/T and close the menu. Possible data code combinations: DATA CODE Date/Time Camera data D/TIME SEL.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 71 Six-second auto date The 6-second auto date appears for 6 seconds to mark the changeover of a day if the tape was being recorded at 12:00 midnight. It also appears for 6 seconds when you start playback and have the data code turned off. The 6-second auto date will adjust for any time zone changes you have indicated. E PLAY (VCR) DISP.SET UP ( 6SEC. DATE•••OFF 36) To turn the 6-second auto date on, open the menu and select DISP.SET UP. Then select 6SEC.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 72 Searching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search) E REC PAUSE CAMERA SEARCH SELECT ZERO SET MEMORY REW PLAY FF AUDIO DUB. STOP +/ –/ OFF PLAY(VCR) A/V INSERT PAUSE SLOW ×2 This allows you to move quickly through still pictures recorded anywhere on a tape (photo search) or between different days or areas of recording (date search) on a tape. PLAY (VCR) 1. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to choose between photo/date search.
3_ZR20_E(35-73) 3/12/01 13:51 Page 73 Returning to a Pre-Marked Position E REC PAUSE CAMERA SEARCH SELECT ZERO SET MEMORY REW PLAY FF AUDIO DUB. STOP +/ –/ OFF PLAY(VCR) A/V INSERT PAUSE SLOW ×2 Use the wireless controller to mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. CAMERA , PLAY (VCR) 1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button on the wireless controller during playback at a point you want to return to later.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 74 Editing to a VCR By connecting the camcorder to a VCR, you can edit your recordings in order to remove unwanted scenes — or combine different shots to create your own video productions. E Preparations 1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR. • See “Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 30. 2. Prepare the TV and VCR. • Turn on the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector to VIDEO. • Turn on the VCR, and set its input selector to LINE.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 75 Dubbing to/from a Cassette with Digital Video Equipment Digital video equipment fitted with the DV terminal lets you edit, copy and transfer data digitally, with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality. The DV terminal is for both line-in and line-out, since a single DV cable can handle data in both directions.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 76 Dubbing E 1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section you want to copy and set it to playback pause mode. 2. Press the camcorder’s REC PAUSE button. • The camcorder enters record pause mode. 3. Start playback on the other digital device while you monitor the picture. 4. Press the pause button. • Recording starts. 5. When you get to the point where you want to stop recording, press the stop button or the pause button. • Recording stops.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 77 Recording from a VCR, TV or Analog Camcorder (Analog Line-in) You can record a video played on your VCR or analog camcorder (for digital camcorders, see p. 75) or a TV program onto a tape in the ZR20, if the TV or other device has audio/video outputs.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 78 Dubbing E 1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section you want to copy and set it to playback pause mode. 2. Press the REC PAUSE button. • S-video and AV IN/OUT terminals work as input terminals. • The camcorder enters record pause mode. 3. Start playback on the other device or turn on the TV to see the desired program while you monitor the picture. 4. Press the pause button. • Recording starts. 5.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 79 Recording Over Existing Scenes (AV Insert Editing) You can insert new scenes from your VCR or other camcorder onto your prerecorded tape using the ZR20’s analog line-in or DV in terminals. Original video and audio will be replaced with the new video and audio.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 80 Preparations E The tape in the camcorder: When using the ZR20’s AV insert function, only record to tapes recorded in SP mode with continuously recorded time codes. If there are non-recorded portions or portions recorded in a mode other than SP mode on the tape, recording will stop. The playback tape: Use only tapes without non-recorded portions. If there are non-recorded portions or changes in the recording mode, you may not be able to insert AV correctly.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 81 Editing E 1. On the VCR, locate a point 3 seconds before the scene to be inserted. Set the VCR to playback pause mode. 2. On the camcorder, press PLAY and locate the recording start point. Set the camcorder to playback pause mode. • You can use the playback buttons on the body of the camcorder or the special playback functions on the wireless controller in the same way as in playback mode. 3. Press the AV INSERT button. • AV INSERT and 2a appear in the display.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 82 Audio Dubbing You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape from audio products (AUDIO IN) or with the internal or external microphone (MIC. IN). The original sound will not be erased. For best results, add sound to tapes that have been recorded with this camcorder in SP mode with 12-bit sound.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 83 Notes: • When you add sound using the built-in microphone make sure not to connect any cables to the MIC terminal. • To use your TV to monitor video, connect the S-video terminal ( 31) or the AV terminal (use only the video plug) to your TV. You can monitor the sound with headphones only when using the S-video terminal ( 30). E Preparations Turn the camcorder’s POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) and load a recorded cassette.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 84 4. Locate the point where you want to start audio dubbing, then press the PAUSE button. E • You can use the playback buttons on the body of the camcorder or the special playback functions on the wireless controller in the same way as in playback mode. • The camcorder becomes set to playback pause mode. 5. Press AUDIO DUB. • AUDIO DUB. and appear on the display. 6. Press the PAUSE button (and start play on the other audio device if AUDIO IN).
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 85 Setting the Audio Mix E CAMERA MIX AUDIO BALANCE MONITOR ST-1 ST-2 OFF PLAY(VCR) When you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode, you can set the audio output to play: stereo 1 (the original sound), stereo 2 (any new sound, dubbed to the tape after recording), or mix the balance between the two. • Audio from the 16-bit mode only contains stereo 1 sound and so you cannot/do not need to select the audio mix.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 86 Selecting audio output channels E When you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels, you can change the output channels of that sound. PLAY (VCR) VCR SET UP ( OUTPUT CH•••L/R 36) 1. Load a tape recorded with multiple-channel audio. 2. Open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then select OUTPUT CH, set it to the desired setting and close the menu. • Refer to the following list.
4_ZR20_E(74-87) 3/12/01 17:38 Page 87 Connecting to a PC By using a DV cable and connecting the camcorder to a PC equipped with a DV terminal conforming to IEEE 1394/DV compatible capture board, you can transfer images taken with the camcorder to your PC. • While connected, it is recommended that you power your camcorder from a household power socket using the power adapter. • Turn off the power of both the camcorder and the PC before connecting. • Optional software necessary.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 88 Preparing the Camcorder E Adjust the viewfinder • Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. Extend the viewfinder straight out, then adjust the viewfinder focusing lever to suit your eyesight. • Rotate the viewfinder to an angle that allows you to view comfortably. Store the camcorder with the viewfinder flush with the body of the camcorder.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 89 Attach the shoulder strap E • For extra security and portability, attach the shoulder strap before using the camcorder. • Pass the ends through the attachment bars and adjust the length as shown. Be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight, or it will melt. (The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.) Adjust the angle of the viewfinder to prevent sunlight from entering.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 90 Notes on Using the Batteries E Charging and recording times • These times vary — the safest policy is always to have 2 or 3 times as many battery packs as you think you will need. • You will get more recording time if you turn the camcorder off between shots, instead of leaving it in record pause mode. Time needed for full recharge BP-512 BP-511 (optional) BP-522 (optional) BP-535 (optional) 1 hr. 10 min. 1 hr. 10 min. 2 hr. 2 hr. 50 min.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 91 How much power is left? E The indicator in the display shows you approximately how much charge the battery pack has left: ↓ ↓ ↓ Notes: • “CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK” appears in the display for 4 seconds when the power is completely exhausted. The empty battery mark then appears and starts to flash. The power indicator light also flashes.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) E 3/12/01 13:53 Page 92 Installing the backup battery Open the backup battery cover on the battery attachment unit, and insert the CR2025 lithium battery with the + side facing outwards. Click the cover back into place. This backup battery allows the camcorder to remember the date and time and other settings when main power source is removed. It has a life span of about a year. When it needs replacing (or if it has not been installed), the y mark flashes in the display.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 93 Maintenance Cautions Avoid high temperatures and high humidity. • Do not leave the camcorder inside a car in hot weather, for example. • Be careful of heat radiating from video lighting equipment. • Do not take the camcorder into a humid room. E Avoid sudden changes in temperature. • If you take the camcorder from a cold place to a warm place, condensation may form on the lens and internal parts ( 96). Do not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) E 3/12/01 13:53 Page 94 Storage If you do not intend to use the camcorder for some time, store it in an area which is free of dust and moisture, and where the temperature is no higher than 86°F (30°C). After storage, check each part and function of your camcorder to make sure everything is still working properly. Note: • These cautions also apply to accessories such as battery packs and cassettes. Maintenance Viewfinder • Clean the viewfinder screen. Rotate the viewfinder upwards.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 95 Video heads • When mosaic-like noise appears on the playback picture, the video heads may be dirty. When the video heads are badly contaminated, the camcorder may show a blank blue screen or a warning. • For the best picture possible, after using the camcorder for approximately 20 hours, clean the video heads using Canon’s DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette. If the “noise” remains, repeat the cleaning (up to maximum of 5 times).
5_ZR20_E(88-114) E 3/12/01 13:53 Page 96 Condensation Condensation may form on the camcorder when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place. Using the camcorder while condensation is present can damage both the tape and the camcorder.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 97 Troubleshooting Refer to this checklist first if you have any problems with your camcorder. Possible explanations are given for each problem on the list — turn to the page numbers in parentheses for more information. E Make sure that the camcorder is properly connected if you are using it with a TV or VCR. Consult your dealer or service outlet if problems persist. Recording/Playback Cause and/or what to do about it ? Nothing happens when I press the buttons.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) E 3/12/01 13:53 Page 98 Note: • Some subjects are not suitable for autofocus. In these situations, you will often get better results using manual focus ( 66). Focus on something which is about the same distance away, lock the focus, and then point the camcorder at your original, hard-to-focus subject. Horizontal stripes Many subjects at different distances Behind glass Without much contrast (e.g. a white wall) Reflective surfaces (e.g.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 99 ? There’s no sound coming from the speaker during playback. • The speaker has been turned off with the selector dial ( 29). • Headphones are being used. E Miscellaneous Problem Cause and/or what to do about it ? The wireless controller doesn’t work. • The remote sensor mode is set to OFFB in the menu ( 41). • The remote sensor modes of the wireless controller and the camcorder itself are different ( 41). • The batteries are dead or not inserted.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 100 The ZR20 System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) E WS-20 Wrist Strap SS-700 Shoulder Strap WD-30.5 Wideconverter WL-D74 Wireless Controller MiniDV Video Cassette BP-500 Series Battery Pack CR-560 Charge Adapter/ Car Battery Cable Kit TL-30.5 Teleconverter FS-30.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 101 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. BP-500 Series Battery Packs Extra batteries for use with the ZR20. BP-511 BP-522 E BP-535 CR-560 Charge Adapter/Car Battery Cable Kit Connect the car battery cable to power your camcorder or recharge battery packs on the move.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) E 3/12/01 13:53 Page 102 FS-30.5U Filter Set Neutral density and MC protector filters to help you take control of difficult lighting conditions. VL-10Li Battery Video Light This compact yet powerful video light can be used for both indoor and outdoor shooting. • Use the BP-900 Series battery packs to power the light. Approximate usage times are as follows: BP-915 60 min. BP-930 120 min. BP-945 170 min.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 103 SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. E SC-A50 Soft Carrying Case This lightweight bag keeps the camcorder within easy reach without weighing you down or getting in the way. Genuine leather. FR-100 Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder The FR-100 captures images taken with your digital camcorder, compressing them in JPEG format and recording them as still images onto a floppy disk.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 104 Screen Displays E To display the date and time, press the DATA CODE button. See also p. 69. TV SCREEN Press the wireless controller’s TV SCREEN button or turn TV SCREEN on through the menu to see the other displays on the TV screen. (The displays appear white on-screen.) They will not be added to any recordings you make with the camcorder. DATA CODE CAMERA DISP. SET UP ( TV SCREEN•••ON 36) To turn TV SCREEN off, open the menu and select DISP.SET UP.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 105 Shows how much battery power remains ( 91). Fast forward ( Rewind ( 26) REW Fast forward playback ( 27) Rewind playback ( 27) No cassette is loaded, or it is set for erasure prevention ( 16, 17). Frame advance playback ( 27) Remaining tape (Green: more than five minutes. Yellow: less than five minutes. Red: final few seconds.) 5min Frame reverse playback ( 27) Playback pause (forward and reverse) ( 27) Slow playback (forward and reverse) ( 27) ...
5_ZR20_E(88-114) E 3/12/01 13:53 Zoom display ( Optical zoom Page 106 Photo mode ( 22): Optical plus 40× digital zoom T W Optical plus 200× digital zoom 46) PHOTO W • Setting the AF/AE. F mark flashes white T W • AF/AE locked. F mark lights up green T • Timer 10sec Zoom in W Zoom out W T Recording programs ( 50). T AUTO SPORTS PORTRAIT The image stabilizer is turned on ( 35). SPOTLIGHT SAND&SNOW LOW LIGHT CAM. MENU ( 36) CAM.MENU SEL.SE MENUC CAM.SET UP VCR SET UP DISP.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 The wind screen is turned on ( 60). Page 107 WSON Time Code E 0:12:34:12 Volume level ( 29): Speaker VOLUME – + Headphones PHONES – + VOLUME OFF The AV/headphone terminal is switched to headphones ( 30) Audio output ( 85) PHONES This records counter information, including hour, minute, second, and frame number on a special data code area on the tape itself. It is reset automatically when a new tape is loaded.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) E 3/12/01 13:53 Page 108 Caution phrases The camcorder displays various caution phrases — they appear for 4 seconds before disappearing. Appears each time you turn the power on, until you set the time zone, date and time ( 43). Appears when the battery pack is exhausted ( 91). SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME Appears as a warning to protect the cassette and also when condensation is detected. Remove the cassette as soon as possible after the camcorder has displayed the caution.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Appears immediately after you start recording, and the video heads are badly contaminated. Make sure to clean the video heads when this caution appears.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 110 Specifications Additional Information E 110 ZR20 Power Supply (rated): 7.4 V DC Power Consumption (while recording with the AF turned on): 3.3 W (Using viewfinder), 4.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 111 Index Date Search, 72 Digital Effects, 54 Digital Zoom, 22 DV Dubbing, 75 16:9, 21 Å Abroad, Using the Camcorder, 95 Accessories, 7, 101 Adapter, AC, 11-13, 15 AE Programs, 50 AE Shift, 63 Analog line-in, 77 Art, 56 Audio Dubbing, 82 Audio Mix, 85 Audio Mode, 59 Audio Output, 86 Audio Recording and Playback, 29, 56, 85 Audio/Video Terminal, 30 Auto, 52 Autofocus, 66, 98 AV Insert, 79 ı Backup Battery, 92 Basic Recording, 18 Battery Charger, 14-15 Battery Pack, 1
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 112 Microphone, 59, 82 Monitor Recording, 25 Mosaic, 56 Mosaic Fade, 55 E Sports, 52 Spotlight, 53 Still Picture, 46 Storage, 94 S-video, 31 System Diagram, 100 Ø Optional Accessories, 101 Ê ∏ Pause, Record, 18 PC Connection, 87 Photo Search, 72 Playback, 26 Playback Connection, 30 Playback Pause, 27 Portrait, 52 Power Adapter, 11-13, 15 Powering Your Camcorder, 11 Pre-Marked Position, 73 Preparing the Camcorder, 88 Problems, 97 Additional Information  112 Ta
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 113 U.S.A. CANON® ZR20 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (“CUSA”) with respect to each Canon ZR20 Digital Video Camcorder (“DV Camcorder”) purchased and used in the United States.
5_ZR20_E(88-114) 3/12/01 13:53 Page 114 CANADA E 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 digital video equipment purchased in Canada. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of a bill of sale or other proof of purchase for this Canon digital video equipment to a Canon Service Facility when repairs are required.