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Important Usage Instructions

Introduction

WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
DVD Camcorder, DC420 A/DC410 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital video camcorder must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to disconnect the plug in case of an accident. Important Warning

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word product refers to the Canon DVD Camcorder DC420 A/DC410 A and all its accessories.
Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product should be cleaned only as recommended in this manual. Accessories Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may be hazardous. Avoid magnetic or electric fields Do not use the camera close to TV transmitters, portable communication devices or other sources of electric or magnetic radiation. They may cause picture interference, or permanently damage the camera. Water and Moisture Hazard of electric shock Do not use this product near water or in rainy/ moist situations. Placing or Moving Do not place on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. Power Sources The CA-570 Compact Power Adapter should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. Regarding other power sources such as battery power, refer to instructions in this manual. Polarization The CA-570 Compact Power Adapter is equipped with a polarized 2-prong plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
Power Cord Protection Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to plugs and the point from which the cords exit the product.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna is connected to the product, be sure the antenna is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI / NFPA No. 701984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure 1.

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Quick Start Function
When you close the LCD panel with the camcorder set to a recording mode, the camcorder enters the standby mode. In standby mode the camcorder consumes only about half the power used when recording, saving energy when you are using a battery pack. Additionally, when you open the LCD panel, the camcorder is ready to start recording in approximately 1 second*, ensuring you do not miss important shooting opportunities.
* The actual time required varies depending on the shooting conditions.
If you close the LCD panel under some circumstances (for example, while the DISC access indicator is flashing or a menu is being displayed), the camcorder may not enter standby mode. Check that the CAMERA indicator changes to orange. The camcorder will shut off if left in standby mode for 10 minutes, regardless of the [POWER SAVE] setting ( 71). To restore the power if the camcorder shut off, turn the switch toward MODE and release it, or turn the camcorder off and then on again. You can select the length of time until shut-off or turn off the Quick Start function altogether with the [QUICK START] setting ( 71). Performing any of the following actions while the camcorder is in standby mode will reactivate the camcorder. - Opening the disc compartment cover. - Changing the position of the / switch. - Turning the switch toward MODE.
With the camcorder on and the CAMERA indicator lit up in green, close the LCD panel. If you are using the viewfinder and the LCD panel is closed, press VIEWFINDER to enter the standby mode. A beep will sound and the CAMERA indicator will change to orange to indicate the camcorder entered the standby mode. When you wish to resume recording, open the LCD panel. The CAMERA indicator turns back green and the camcorder is ready to record. You can also press VIEWFINDER to resume recording using the viewfinder with the LCD panel closed. IMPORTANT
Reviewing and Deleting the Last Scene Recorded
Even in mode you can play back the last scene recorded in order to check it. If you are using a DVD-RW disc, you can also delete the scene while reviewing it. ( 21)
Do not disconnect the power source while the camcorder is in standby mode (CAMERA indicator is lit in orange).

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Press to display the joystick guide. If does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display it. Push the joystick ( ) toward. The camcorder plays back the last scene (but without sound) and returns to record pause mode.

Playing Back the Video

Deleting a Scene After Recording It
POINTS TO CHECK Disc type: DVD-RW
After recording a scene: Review the scene as described in the previous section. While reviewing the scene, select ( ) and press. Select ( NOTES ) [YES] and press.
Avoid any other operations on the camcorder while the scene is being deleted. You will not be able to delete the last scene if after the scene was recorded you changed the operating mode, turned off the camcorder or removed the disc.

Deleting a Single Scene

( POINTS TO CHECK Disc type: DVD-RW VR mode 21)
From the original index screen, select ( , ) the scene to delete.

DELETE]

Deleting All Scenes
To delete all the scenes from the original index screen, perform the following procedure. This will delete also the entire playlist.
[ MENU] [ DISC OPERATIONS] [DEL.ALL MOVIES] [YES]

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[ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/ [ BEACH]/[ SNOW] - The picture may not appear smooth during playback. [ PORTRAIT] - The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in (T). [ 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. Make sure to use a tripod especially in mode, as the shutter speed slows down. Do not set the mode switch to during the actual recording of a scene; the brightness of the picture may change abruptly.
Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as selecting a Special Scene recording program. For details about the available options, refer to the sidebar on page 37. ( POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch:

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[ PORTRAIT] The camcorder uses a large aperture, achieving a focus on the subject while blurring other distracting details. [ NIGHT] Use this mode to record in dimly lit places.
[ SPORTS] Use this mode to record sports scenes such as tennis or golf.
[ SNOW] Use this mode to record in bright ski resorts. It prevents the subject from being underexposed. [ SUNSET] Use this mode to record sunsets in vibrant colors.
[ BEACH] Use this mode to record on a sunny beach. It prevents the subject from being underexposed. [ SPOTLIGHT] Use this mode to record spotlit scenes.
[ FIREWORKS] Use this mode to record fireworks.

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Flexible Recording: Changing the Shutter Speed

Self Timer

Turn on the LCD video light.
Activate the self timer. FUNC. [ MENU] [ CAMERA SETUP] [SELF TIMER] [ ON ] Set [SELF TIMER] to [ OFF] to cancel the self timer. Press FUNC. to close the menu. appears. Press Start/Stop on the camcorder to start recording. The camcorder starts recording video ( mode) or records a still image ( mode) after a 10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the screen. NOTES
[ LCD LIGHT OFF] [ LCD LIGHT ON] Press
Rotate the LCD panel toward the lens and point it in the direction of the subject. Press VIEWFINDER to turn on the viewfinder. Use the viewfinder to continue recording.
Once the countdown has begun, you can press Start/Stop again or turn off the camcorder to cancel the self timer.

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Manual Exposure Adjustment
At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). To correct this, you can manually adjust the exposure. ( POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch: (except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording program).

EXP NEXT

During exposure lock, press and push the joystick ( ) toward [EXP] again to return the camcorder to automatic exposure.

Manual Focus Adjustment

Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. Reflective surfaces Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines Fast moving subjects Through wet windows Night scenes ( POINTS TO CHECK Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure. Mode switch:

FOCUS NEXT

Press to display the joystick guide. If [EXP] does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display it. Push the joystick ( ) toward [EXP]. The exposure adjustment indicator and the neutral value 0 appear on the screen. The adjustment range and the length of the exposure adjustment indicator will vary depending on the initial brightness of the picture. If you operate the zoom, the brightness of the image may change. Adjust ( ) the brightness of the image as necessary and press. The exposure adjustment indicator will change to white and the exposure will be locked.
Press to display the joystick guide. If [FOCUS] does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display it. Push the joystick ( [FOCUS]. MF appears. ) toward

The time required to finalize the disc depends on the scenes recorded and the remaining free space on the disc.
When the process is completed ([OK] appears), press and wait until the [ DISC OPERATIONS] menu is displayed again. Depending on the number of scenes, this may take a moment. Press FUNC. to close the menu. During playback and in mode, the icon will indicate that the disc is finalized.

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Restrictions after disc finalization
Additional recordings DVD-R/DVD-R DL in VIDEO mode DVD-RW in VIDEO mode DVD-RW in VR mode

Editing recordings

Initializing the disc

Unfinalizing the disc

You will need to unfinalize the disc first. Only scenes in the playlist can be divided.
Disc Playback on External Devices
After finalizing the disc, you can play it on DVD players compatible with the type of disc used (DVD-R, DVD-R DL or DVD-RW). You cannot play back discs on an external DVD device if the discs have not yet been finalized. Refer to the instruction manual of the DVD player or DVD drive to confirm that it is compatible with the type/ specification of the disc you want to play back.
DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode can be played back only on VR modecompatible DVD players. Depending on your DVD device you may not be able to play back the disc. In order to play back the disc on a computer you need to have DVD playback software installed and running. Also, in order to play back a DVD-R DL you must have a DVD drive capable of reading dual-layered DVD discs.

ON A DVD PLAYER

1 Turn on the TV and DVD player. 2 Insert the finalized disc in the DVD player. 3 Select the scene you want to play from the index screen.
Unfinalizing the Disc - Additional Recordings on a Finalized Disc
Unfinalize a disc to allow recording additional movies on the disc even after it was finalized. ( POINTS TO CHECK Disc type: DVD-RW VIDEO mode Finalized 21)

ON A cOMPUTERS DVD DRIVE

1 Insert the finalized disc in the DVD drive. 2 Run the DVD playback software. Refer also to the instruction manual of your DVD playback software.
Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter or a fully charged battery pack. Video 49
Set the camcorder to mode. The green PLAY indicator will turn on. Start the disc's unfinalization.
Be sure to unfinalize the disc in normal room temperatures. If the procedure was not completed correctly due to high temperature, let the camcorder cool off before resuming operation. Place the camcorder on a table or other stable surface before starting the procedure. Subjecting the camcorder even to slight impacts (for example to place it on a table or to disconnect a cable) after the unfinalization process started may result in permanent data loss. Do not disconnect the power source while the operation is in progress. Doing so can interrupt the process and result in permanent data loss. Only discs that were finalized using this camcorder can be unfinalized with it.

DISC OPERATIONS] [ [UNFINALIZE] [YES] A progress bar will be displayed on the screen.
When the process is completed ([OK] appears), press. Press FUNC. to close the menu.
Discs that can be unfinalized
Only DVD-RW discs recorded in VIDEO mode and finalized with this camcorder can be unfinalized. DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs cannot be unfinalized at all, whereas DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode do not need to (you can record additional scenes without unfinalizing the disc).

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Photos
Refer to this chapter for details on shooting photos from recording and playing back still images to printing them.
Move the lens cover switch down to to open the lens cover. Press Start/Stop. Once the focus is automatically adjusted, will turn green and one or more AF frames will appear. The CARD access indicator will flash as the still image is being recorded. IMPORTANT

Taking Photos

Before using a memory card for the first time, be sure to initialize it with this camcorder ( 57).
Observe the following precautions while the card access display ( ) appears on screen, and while the CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts. - 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.
If the subject is not suitable for autofocus, turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually ( 40).

Move the images).

(still
Turn the switch to ON to set the camcorder in CAMERA mode. The green CAMERA indicator will turn on.

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Selecting Photo Size and Quality
Still images are recorded on the memory card as JPG files. As a general rule, select a larger image size for higher quality. Select the [LW 1152x648] size for still images with an aspect ratio of 16:9. ( 21)
* Press to move back and forth between size and quality selection. The number displayed on the right corner indicates the approximate number of images that can be recorded with the current quality/size setting.
When printing still images, use the following guidelines as a reference for selecting the print size. - LW 1152x648: To print photos with a 16:9 aspect ratio. (Wide photo paper is required.) - L 1152x864 (or 1024x768): To print photos up to L size (9 x 13 cm, 3.5 x 1.5 in.) or postcard size (10 x 14.8 cm, 4 x 6 in.) - S 640x480: To send images as e-mail attachments or post them on the Web.
Image size options and the approximate number of still images that can be recorded on memory cards of various sizes are given in the table below.

[ L 1152x864] ( [ L 1024x768] ( Desired image size* Desired image quality*

only) or only)

Approximate number of still images on a memory card
Memory card Image qualityMB 512 MB
Image size LW 1152x648 ( only) L 1152x864 ( only) L 1024x768 ( only) S 640x480

235 585

345 850
1,435 2,745 1,115 2,155 1,370 2,745

1,945 1,470 1,885 4,645

2,875 2,235 2,745 6,715
5,490 4,315 5,490 12,0852

1,530 2,320 3,355 6,040

: [SUPER FINE], : [FINE], : [NORMAL] Approximate number of still images that can actually be recorded on the memory card. (The maximum number of remaining still images displayed on the screen is 9999.)

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Erasing a Photo Right After Recording It
You can erase the still image recorded last while reviewing it within the time set for the [REVIEW] option (or immediately after recording it, if [REVIEW] is set to [ OFF]). ( 21)

Viewing Photos

While reviewing the still image immediately after recording:
Push the joystick ( Select (.

) toward

) [ERASE] and press
Turn the switch to ON, then turn it toward MODE and release it to set the camcorder in PLAY mode. The green PLAY indicator will turn on. Push the joystick ( ) to move between still images. Push the joystick ( ) and hold it down to run quickly through the still images.

Image Jump Function

When you have recorded a large number of still images, you can jump 10 or 100 images at a time.

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Observe the following precautions while the card access display ( ) appears on screen, and while the CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts. - 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. - Images not recorded with this camcorder. - Images edited on a computer. - Images whose file names have been changed.
1 Press to display the joystick guide. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward.
3 Select ( )[ JUMP 10 IMAGES] or [ JUMP 100 IMAGES]. 4 Jump ( ) the number of images selected and press. Press again to hide the joystick guide.

Index Screen

Move the zoom lever toward W. The still images index screen appears. Select ( , ) an image. Move the green selection frame to the image you want to view. When you have recorded a large number of still images, you may find it easier to browse entire index pages instead. Move the zoom lever toward W to extend the green selection frame to the whole page, and move ( ) between index pages. Move the zoom lever toward T to return to moving between single images. Press. The index screen closes and the selected image is displayed.
Magnifying Photos during Playback
During playback, still images can be magnified up to 5 times. will appear for images that cannot be enlarged. ( 21)
Move the zoom lever toward T. The image is magnified by 2 times and a frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area.

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To further enlarge the image, move the zoom lever toward T. To reduce the magnification to less than 2 times, move the zoom lever toward W.

Erasing Photos

You can erase those still images that you are not interested in keeping. ( 21)
Move ( , ) the frame to the part of the image you want to see enlarged. To cancel the magnification, move the zoom lever toward W until the frame disappears.
Erasing a Single Still Image

Slideshow

You can play a slideshow of all the still images on the memory card. Play the slideshow on a TV screen to share your memories with family and friends. 1 Select ( ) the first still image of the slideshow.
Select ( erase. Press guide. Select (.
) the image you want to to display the joystick ) toward.

Push the joystick (

Start the slideshow.
FUNC. [ SLIDESHOW] [START] Images are played back one after another. Press FUNC. to stop the slideshow.

Erasing All Still Images

[ MENU] [ STILL IMG OPER.] [ERASE ALL IMAGES] [YES]
Be careful when erasing still images. Erased images cannot be recovered.
Protected still images cannot be erased.

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[ SINGLE] Desired option
Drive Mode: 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 Mode switch: (except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording program). 21)
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING/ HIGH-SPEED CONTINUOUS SHOOTING
Press Start/Stop and hold it pressed down. Once the focus is automatically adjusted, will turn green and the still images will be recorded.

AUTO EXPOSURE BRACKETING

Press Start/Stop. Once the focus is automatically adjusted, will turn green and the still images will be recorded. NOTES

Turn off the camcorder and the TV. Connect the camcorder to the TV. Connection 1. Refer to Connection Diagrams ( 64). Turn on the connected TV. On the TV, select as the video input the same terminal to which you connected the camcorder. Turn on the camcorder and start the playback of movies ( 33) or still images ( 53). NOTES

Connecting

Connect the camcorder to the VCR or digital device using connection 1. Refer to Connection Diagrams ( 64).

Recording

External device: Load a blank cassette or disc and set the device to record pause mode. Camcorder: Locate the scene you wish to copy and pause playback shortly before the scene. Camcorder: Resume the movie playback. By default, on-screen displays will be embedded in the output video signal. You can change the displays by repeatedly pressing DISP. ( 43). External device: Begin recording when the scene you wish to copy appears. Stop recording when copying is complete. Camcorder: Stop playback. NOTES
Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder. We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected TV.
We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.

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Additional Information
This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information.
Menu items not available appear grayed out in the FUNC. menu or in black in the setup menus. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus 21). For details about each function, see the reference page. Menu options ( without a reference page are explained below the tables.

FUNC. Menu

Menu item Recording programs1 [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ Recording mode [ [ [ [ [ Setting options PROGRAM AE], SHUTTER-PRIO.AE], [ PORTRAIT], SPORTS], [ NIGHT], [ SNOW], BEACH], [ SUNSET], SPOTLIGHT], [ FIREWORKS] AUTO], [ DAYLIGHT], TUNGSTEN], [ SET] IMAGE EFFECT OFF], [ VIVID], NEUTRAL], [ SOFT SKIN DETAIL] LCD LIGHT OFF], LCD LIGHT ON] D.EFFECT OFF], [ FADE-T], WIPE], [ BLK&WHT], SEPIA], [ ART], [ MOSAIC] D.EFFECT OFF], [ SEPIA] BLK&WHT], CAMERA PLAY

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White balance1 Image effects1 LCD video light Digital effects1
HIGH QUALITY 9 Mbps], STANDARD PLAY 6 Mbps], LONG PLAY 3 Mbps] SINGLE], [ CONT.SHOOT.], HISPEED CONT.SHOOT], [ AEB]

Drive mode1

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FUNC. Menu (cont.)

Menu item Still image size/quality Size: [LW 1152x648], [L 1152x864], [S 640x480] [L 1024x768], [S 640x480] Quality: [ SUPER FINE], [ [ NORMAL] [TO PLAYLIST]2 [TO ORIGINAL]3 [ADD TO PLAYLIST]2 [MOVE]3 [DIVIDE]3 [DELETE]4 [SPEAKER VOL.]5 [SLIDESHOW] [PROTECT] [PRINT ORDER]

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Still Image Operations (Card Initialization, etc.)

STILL IMG OPER.

Menu item [ERASE ALL ORD] [NO], [YES] [NO], [YES] [INITIALIZE], [COMPL.INIT.], [CANCEL] Setting options PLAY
[ERASE ALL IMAGES] [INITIALIZE CARD]
Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.)

DISPLAY SETUP

Menu item [BRIGHTNESS] [TV SCREEN] [DATA CODE] [MARKERS] [ [ [ [ [ [ ON], [ OFF] CAMERA DATA] DATE], [ TIME], DATE & TIME], [ Setting options CAMERA PLAY
OFF], [ LEVEL(WHT)], LEVEL(GRY)], [ GRID(WHT)], GRID(GRY)]

[LANGUAGE]

[ ], [DEUTSCH], [ ], [ENGLISH], [ESPAOL], [FRANAIS], [ITALIANO], [MAGYAR], [MELAYU], [NEDERLANDS], [POLSKI], [PORTUGUS], [ ], [TRKE], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] [ ON], [ OFF]

[DEMO MODE]

[BRIGHTNESS]: Adjust ( ) the brightness of the LCD screen. Changing the brightness of the LCD screen does not affect the brightness of the recordings or that of the playback picture on a connected TV. [TV SCREEN]: When set to [ ON], the camcorders on-screen displays will appear also on the screen of a connected TV or monitor. [DATA CODE]: Displays the date and/or time when the scene was recorded. [ CAMERA DATA]: Displays the aperture (f-stop) and shutter speed used when recording the scene. [MARKERS]: You can display a grid or a horizontal line at the center of the screen. Use the markers as a reference to make sure your subject is framed correctly (vertically and/or horizontally). Using the markers will not affect the recordings.
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[DEMO MODE]: The demonstration mode displays the camcorders main features. It starts automatically when the camcorder is powered with the compact power adapter if you leave it turned on without loading a disc or memory card for more than 5 minutes. To cancel the demo mode once it started, press any button, turn off the camcorder or load a disc.
System Setup (Volume, Beep, etc.)

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General Information System Diagram
System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area)
SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap NB-2LH, BP-2L13, BP-2L14, BP-2L24H Battery Pack CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger
Mini DVD disc DVD-R/DVD-RW/ DVD-R DL

CB-2LW Battery Charger

TL-H30.5 Tele-converter
CA-570 Compact Power Adapter

WD-H30.5 Wide-converter

FS-30.5U Filter Set
SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case
IFC-300PCU USB Cable PictBridgecompatible printers STV-250N Stereo Video Cable SD/SDHC memory card Computer MultiMedia Card

DVD player/recorder

Mini DVD disc DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD-R DL
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Optional Accessories

Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories. You can also obtain genuine accessories for your Canon camcorder by calling: 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. Information Center.
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.

Battery Packs

When you need extra battery packs, select one of the following models: NB-2LH, BP-2L13, BP-2L14 or BP-2L24H*.
* Attaching the BP-2L24H battery pack will make using the viewfinder more difficult.
Use the battery charger to charge the battery packs. It plugs directly into a power outlet without a cable.

Charging Times

The charging times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to charging conditions and initial charge of the battery pack.
Battery pack Charging conditions Using the camcorder Using the CB-2LW Battery Charger NB-2LH 135 min. 105 min. BP-2Lmin. 175 min. BP-2Lmin. 195 min. BP-2L24H 370 min. 330 min.