PUB.DIM-797
Instruction Manual English

CANON INC.

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DVD Camcorder

Manuel dinstruction Franais Manual de Instrucciones Espaol

Cmara DVD

Camscope DVD

ENGLISH FRANAIS ESPAOL

The information on this manual is verified as of 1 January 2007. Les informations contenues dans ce manuel ont t vrifies le 1er janvier 2007. La informacin de este manual fue verificada el 1 de enero de 2007.
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CANON INC. 2007
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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, DC210 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. 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word product refers to the Canon DVD Camcorder DC210 A and all its accessories.
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.

1 Move the power switch to ON to set
the camcorder in CAMERA mode. The red CAMERA indicator will turn on. Move the lens cover switch down to to open the lens cover. Move the / switch to the (Movies) position. Press Start/Stop to begin recording. The recording starts; press Start/Stop again to pause the recording. The DISC access indicator will flash while recording and will stay on briefly after pausing while the scene is recorded on the disc.
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When using a tripod: Do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as it may melt (due to concentration of the light by the lens). Do not use tripods with fastening screws longer than 5.5 mm (0.2 inch). Doing so may damage the camcorder. When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable picture. Excessive camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use of fast zooms and panning can result in fidgety, jittery scenes. In extreme cases, the playback of such scenes may result in visually induced motion sickness. If you experience such a reaction, immediately stop the playback and take a rest break as necessary.
Selecting the Aspect Ratio of your Recordings (16:9 Widescreen or 4:3)
You can select the aspect ratio of your recording to match your TV. The camcorder uses the full width of the CCD providing high-resolution 16:9 recording. POINTS TO CHECK ( 12)

CAMERA SETUP

Reviewing the Last Scene Recorded

WIDESCREEN

1 Press FUNC. 2 Select ( ) the 5
1 If the joystick guide does not appear 2
on screen, press ( ) to display it. Push the joystick ( ) toward. If does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display the joystick guide in the illustration above. When the mode switch is set to AUTO, only one joystick guide will appear. The camcorder plays back the last scene (but without sound) and returns to record pause mode. While reviewing the scene, select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to return to the recording mode. If you are using a DVD-RW disc, you can also delete the scene immediately after recording it. Select ( ) the icon to delete the scene while reviewing it ( 55).

slide it down toward MODE and release it to set the camcorder in PLAY mode. The green PLAY indicator will turn on. Move the / switch to the (Still images) position. Use the joystick ( ) to move between images.
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The following may not be displayed correctly. - Images not recorded with this camcorder. - Images edited on or uploaded from a computer. - Images whose file names have been changed. Avoid the following actions while the disc access display ( ) appears on screen, and when the DISC 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 disc cover and do not remove the disc. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the position of the / switch or the operating mode.
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. Move the zoom lever toward T. The index screen closes and the selected image is displayed.

Image Jump Function

You can also quickly locate a specific image without having to browse all of them one by one.
TO RUN THROUGH THE STILL IMAGES

Slideshow

SLIDESHOW
Push the joystick ( ) or ( ) and hold it pressed down to run quickly through the still images.
TO SKIP 10 OR 100 STILL IMAGES
1 Press FUNC. 2 Select ( ) [ SLIDESHOW] and 3
press ( ). Select ( ) [START] and press ( ). Images are played back one after another. Press FUNC. to stop the slideshow.
1 If the joystick guide does not appear 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward. 3 Select ( ) [ JUMP 10 IMAGES] 4 Jump (
or [ JUMP 100 IMAGES]. ) 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. on screen, press ( ) to display it.

Index Screen

1 Move the zoom lever toward W. 2 Select (
The still images index screen appears. , ) an image. Move the green selection frame to the image you want to view. If you have a lot of still images, you may find it easier to browse entire index pages instead. Move the zoom
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Magnifying Photos during Playback
During playback, still images can be magnified up to 5 times. (

Zoom lever

Joystick
1 Move the zoom lever toward T.
The image is magnified by 2 times and a frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area. 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. will appear for images that cannot be enlarged. Select the part of the image to be magnified with the joystick. 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.

Disc type: [NO], [YES]

PHOTOMOVIE

VR mode
Disc type: [VIDEO], [VR], [CANCEL]

FINALIZE

[NO], [YES]

DISC TITLE

UNFINALIZE
Still Image Operations (Erase all still images)

STILL IMG OPER.

ERASE ALL IMAGES

VIDEO mode Finalized

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Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.)

BRIGHTNESS

Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen. Use the joystick ( ) to adjust the brightness to your preference. Changing the brightness of the LCD screen does not affect that of the viewfinder or the recordings.

LCD MIRROR

[ OFF], [ LEVEL(WHT)], [ LEVEL(GRY)], [ GRID(WHT)], [ GRID(GRY)] You can display a grid or a horizontal line at the center of the screen. The markers are available in white or gray. 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 on the disc or memory card.
[ ON], [ OFF] When the LCD panel is rotated 180 degrees to face the subject, most screen displays will disappear and the image displayed will be as if the subject was looking at a mirror.

TV SCREEN

[DEUTSCH], [ENGLISH], [ESPAOL], [FRANAIS], [ITALIANO], [POLSKI], [ ROMANA ], [TRKE], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ]
[ ON], [ OFF] When set to [ ON], the camcorders on-screen displays will appear also on the screen of a connected TV or monitor.

DATA CODE

DATE], [ TIME], [ CAMERA DATA]

MARKERS

DATE & TIME],
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System Setup (Volume, Beep, etc.)

SYSTEM SETUP

FILE NOS.

VOLUME

[ HIGH VOLUME], [ LOW VOLUME], [ OFF] A beep will accompany some operations like turning on the camcorder, the selftimer countdown, etc. It also serves as a warning beep under unusual conditions.

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. In Quick-Start ready mode, the camcorder will shut off after the time selected for the [ STANDBY OFF] setting.

STANDBY OFF

[ RESET], [ CONTINUOUS] Select the image numbering method to be used on a new disc. 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 disc. [ CONTINUOUS]: Image numbers will continue from the number following that of the last image recorded with the camcorder. If the disc you insert already contains an image with a larger number, a new image will be assigned a number one higher than that of the last image on the disc. We recommend using the [ CONTINUOUS] setting.

Do not change the position of the mode switch while recording, as the brightness of the image may change abruptly. [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] - If you use a slow shutter speed in dark places, you can obtain a brighter image, but the image quality may be lower, and the autofocus may not work well. - The image may flicker when recording with high shutter speeds. - Recording movies under fluorescent lights: If the screen starts to flicker, select [ SHUTTERPRIO.AE] and set the shutter speed to 1/100.

[ PROGRAM AE]

The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure for the subject. [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] Set the shutter speed value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value. Use a high shutter speed to record fast moving subjects or a slow shutter speed to add a certain motion blur, emphasizing the feel of movement. FUNC.
Icon of the currently selected Recording Program Desired option
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Shutter speed guidelines

1/8, 1/15, 1/30 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 For recording subjects in dark places. 1/60 1/60 For general recordings. 1/100 1/100 For recording indoor sports scenes. 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.

FUNC. FUNC.

Icon of the currently selected Recording Program Last icon on the right (icon of the currently selected Special Scene) Desired option
Do not change the position of the mode switch while recording, as the brightness of the image may change abruptly. [ 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 , as the shutter speed slows down.
Note that on screen only the denominator is displayed 250 indicates a shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc.
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. POINTS TO CHECK ( Mode switch: P 12)
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Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color

Manual Focus Adjustment

Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. Reflective surfaces
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: P (except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording program).

EXP NEXT

Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines Fast Moving Subjects

12) Through wet windows

Night Scenes
1 If the joystick guide does not appear 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward [EXP].
If [EXP] does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display the joystick guide in the illustration above. The exposure adjustment indicator and the neutral value 0 appear on the screen. If you operate the zoom during exposure lock, the brightness of the image may change. Adjust ( ) the brightness of the image as required. The adjustment range and the length of the exposure adjustment indicator will vary depending on the brightness of the picture at the time you locked the exposure. Pushing the joystick ( ) toward [EXP] again will cancel the exposure lock and return the camcorder to automatic exposure. on screen, press ( ) to display it.
POINTS TO CHECK ( Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure. Mode switch: P

FOCUS NEXT

1 If the joystick guide does not appear 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
on screen, press ( ) to display it. [FOCUS]. If [FOCUS] does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display the joystick guide in the illustration above. MF appears.
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3 Adjust (

) the focus as required until the image appears focused. Push the joystick ( ) toward for a farther focal distance or push it ( ) toward for a closer focal distance. Pushing the joystick ( ) toward [FOCUS] again will return the camcorder to autofocus. NOTES

White Balance

The white balance function helps you accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that white objects will always look truly white in your recordings. POINTS TO CHECK ( Mode switch: P 12)

The camcorder will automatically return to autofocus when you set the mode switch to AUTO. Readjust the focus when you have turned off the camcorder.

[ AUTO]

Infinity Focus
Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. POINTS TO CHECK ( Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure. Mode switch: P
Settings are automatically set by the camcorder. Use this setting for outdoor scenes. [ [ DAYLIGHT] TUNGSTEN] For recording outdoors on a bright day.
For recording under tungsten and tungsten type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting. [ SET] Use the custom white balance setting to make white subjects appear white under colored lighting. FUNC.
on screen, press ( ) to display it. Keep the joystick pushed ( ) toward [FOCUS] for more than 2 seconds. appears. Pushing the joystick ( ) toward [FOCUS] again will return the camcorder to autofocus. NOTES
If you operate the zoom or the joystick ( ) during infinity focus, changes to MF and the camcorder returns to manual focusing mode.
Icon of the currently selected White Balance Desired option*
* When you select [ SET], do not press FUNC. and continue instead with the procedure below.
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TO SET THE CUSTOM WHITE BALANCE
1 Point the camcorder at a white
object, zoom in until it fills the whole screen and press ( ). When the adjustment is completed, stops flashing and stays on. The camcorder retains the custom setting even if you turn off the camcorder. Press FUNC. to save the setting and close the menu. NOTES
When you have set the custom white balance: - Depending on the light source, may keep flashing. The result will still be better than with [ AUTO]. - Reset the white balance when the lighting condition changes. - Turn off the digital zoom. The camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off. Custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases: - Changing lighting conditions - Close-ups - Subjects in a single color (sky, sea or forest) - Under mercury lamps and certain types of fluorescent lights

Image Effects

You can use the image effects to change the color saturation and contrast to record images with special color effects. POINTS TO CHECK ( Mode switch: P 12)
[ [ IMAGE EFFECT OFF] VIVID]
Records with no image enhancing effects. Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation. [ NEUTRAL] Tones down the contrast and color saturation. [ SOFT SKIN DETAIL] Softens the details in the skin tone area for a more complimentary appearance. To obtain the best effect, use this setting when recording a person in close-up. Note that areas similar to the skin color may lack in detail. FUNC.

Icon of the currently selected Image Effect Desired option
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Still Image Recording Options

1024x768/FINE

Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images
Still images are recorded on the disc using the JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) compression. As a general rule select a larger image size for higher quality. ( 12)
Icon of the currently selected Image Quality/Size Desired image size* Press ( )
Image size options vary depending on the model. The following table summarizes the approximate numbers of still images that can be recorded on different medias by image size/quality.

Desired image quality*

* The number displayed on the right corner indicates the approximate number of images that can be recorded with the current quality/ size setting.
Approximate number of still images on a disc Disc Type/ Disc Specification Image Quality1 Image Size L 1024x768 S 640x480
DVD-R or DVD-RW VIDEO mode

DVD-R DL VIDEO mode

DVD-RW VR mode
2,690 3,910 7,830 4,890 7,115 9,999 2,735 3,980
6,625 9,570 9,999 9,999 9,999 9,999 6,740 9,735 17,5252
: [SUPER FINE], : [FINE], : [NORMAL] This is the number of images that can be recorded on the disc. However, the maximum number of remaining still images displayed on the screen will be 9999.
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Automatic Focus Priority

When the focus priority is activated, the camcorder records a still image only after the focus has been adjusted automatically. POINTS TO CHECK ( 12)
MENU CAMERA SETUP FOCUS PRI.
Mode switch at AUTO: The focus priority cannot be turned off. Mode switch at P: You can turn off the focus priority and you can also select the AF (autofocus) frame to be used.

Desired option

In the [ FIREWORKS] recording program the focus priority is automatically set to [ OFF].
[ ON:AiAF] (Mode switch: P*, AUTO)

The time required to complete the operation will vary depending on the recording conditions and the remaining free space on the disc.
Restrictions after Disc Finalization
Additional Recordings DVD-R/DVD-R DL in VIDEO mode DVD-RW in VIDEO mode DVD-RW in VR mode
* You will need to unfinalize the disc first.

Edit Recordings

Initializing the Disc

Unfinalizing the Disc

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The length of the finalization process depends on the scenes recorded and the remaining free space on the disc. POINTS TO CHECK ( 12)
Playing Back your Disc on a DVD Player or a Computers DVD Drive
After finalizing the disc, you can play it on DVD players compatible with the type of disc you used (DVD-R, DVD-R DL or DVD-RW). You cannot play back discs that have not yet been finalized on an external DVD device. For details about disc compatibility refer to the instruction manual of the DVD player or DVD drive.
Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter.

ON A DVD PLAYER

1 Turn on the TV and DVD player. 2 Insert a finalized disc in the DVD
MENU* DISC OPERATIONS FINALIZE
3 Select the scene you want to play

from the index screen.

player.

ON A cOMPUTERS DVD DRIVE

drive.
1 Insert a finalized disc in the DVD 2 Run the DVD playback software.
Refer also to the instruction manual and help modules of your DVD playback software. To view still images recorded on the disc, close first any DVD playback software that may be running. NOTES
DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode can only be played on VR mode-compatible DVD players. Depending on your DVD device you may not be able to play the disc. The resolution of Photomovie scenes will be lower than that of the original still images. In order to play 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.
* Only when using a DVD-RW recorded in VR mode. With discs recorded in VIDEO mode, pressing FUNC. will open the menu directly on the setup menus screen. **During the disc finalization a progress bar is displayed. Close the menu only after the screen display returns to the [DISC OPERATIONS] menu.
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Playback on a TV Screen

Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder
You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. ( 12)
Before connecting the camcorder, select the [TV TYPE] setting according to the TV set to which you will connect the camcorder - [WIDE TV]: TV sets with 16:9 aspect ratio or [NORMAL TV]: TV sets with 4:3 aspect ratio ( 41).

Connecting

Connect the camcorder to the VCR following the connection diagram shown in the previous section Connection Diagrams ( 64).
Connect the camcorder to the TV following the connection diagram shown in the previous section Connection Diagrams ( 64).
1 Connected device: Load a blank 4
cassette or disc and set the device to record pause mode. This camcorder: Locate the scene you wish to copy and pause playback shortly before the scene. This camcorder: Resume the movie playback. Connected device: Begin recording when the scene you wish to copy appears. Stop recording when copying is complete. This camcorder: Stop playback. NOTES
We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. By default, the on-screen displays will be embedded in the output video signal, but you can change the displays by repeatedly pressing DISP. ( 51).
1 Turn on the camcorder and the
connected TV or VCR. On a TV: Select as the video input the same terminal to which you connected the camcorder. On a VCR: Set the input selector to the external video input (usually labeled LINE IN). Start the playback of the movies ( 32) or still images ( 33). NOTES
Turn off all the devices before starting the connections. 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.
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Trouble?

Additional Information Trouble?

Troubleshooting

Television System Compatible Media Maximum Recording Time

Image Sensor

LCD Screen Viewfinder Microphone Lens
Lens Configuration AF system Minimum Focusing Distance White Balance Minimum Illumination Recommended Illumination Image Stabilization Size of Still Images Image Compression Method

Output Terminals

AV Terminal 3.5 mm minijack Video: 1 Vp-p / 75 ohms unbalanced Audio: 10 dBV (47 kohm load) / 3 kohm or less
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Power/Others

Power supply (rated) Power consumption (SP mode, AF on) Operating temperature Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight (camcorder body only) 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter) 2.9 W (viewfinder), 3.0 W (LCD screen [NORMAL]) 0 - 40 C (32 - 104 F) 54 x 90 x 128 mm (2.1 x 3.5 x 5.0 in.) excluding the grip belt 400 g (14.1 oz.)
CA-570 Compact Power Adapter
Power supply Rated output / consumption Operating temperature Dimensions Weight V AC, 50/60 Hz 8.4 V DC, 1.5 A / 29 VA (100 V) 39 VA (240 V) C (F) 52 x 29 x 90 mm (2.1 x 1.1 x 3.5 in.) 135 g (4.8 oz.)

BP-208 Battery Pack

Battery type Rated voltage Operating temperature Battery capacity Dimensions Weight Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery 7.4 V DC C (F) 850 mAh 39 x 8 x 63 mm (1.5 x 0.31 x 2.5 in.) 40 g (1.4 oz.)
Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice.
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16:9 aspect ratio. Point AiAF (Autofocus). 50

Grip belt. 23

Image effects. 48 Image jump. 34 Image stabilizer. 38 Index screen - Movies. 32 Index screen - Still images. 34 Initialization - Disc. 57
Abroad, using the camcorder. Auto (recording program). Auto slow shutter. Autofocus (AF). AV terminal. 64
Battery pack, charging. Battery pack, remaining charge. Beach (recording program). Beep. Built-in backup battery. 73
Joystick. 11 Joystick guide. 11
Language. 26 LCD backlight. 24 LCD screen. 24 LP mode. 36
Center point (Autofocus). Compact power adapter. Condensation. Connection to a TV/VCR. 74 64
Magnifying a still image. 35 Maintenance. 74 Manual exposure adjustment. 46 Manual focus. 46 Mode switch. 43
Data code. 50 Date and time. 27 Daylight saving time. 26 Digital effects. 52 Digital zoom. 38 Disc title. 58 Disc types (DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW). 5
Night (recording program). 43 Normal TV (4:3). 41

Original recordings. 54

Erasing still images. 59 Error messages. 70
P (recording program). 44 Photomovie scene. 60 Playback - Movies. 32 Playback - Still images. 33 Playlist. 54 Portrait (recording program). 43 Power save. 41 Protecting the disc. 57

File numbers. 41 Finalizing the disc. 61 Fireworks (recording program). 43 Focus priority. 38 FUNC. menu. 25, 36
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Quick Start function. 31

Telephoto.31 Time zone.26 Tripod.29 Troubleshooting.66 Tv (recording program).44
Recommended discs. 6 Recording - Movies. 28 Recording - Still images. 30 Recording data. 50 Recording mode. 36 Recording programs. 43 Recording reminder. 18 RESET. 66 Reviewing - Movies (Record review). 29
VIDEO mode (disc specification).5 Viewfinder, dioptric adjustment.23 Volume.33 VR mode (disc specification).5
Scene editing. 54 Screen displays. 17 Screen markers. 40 Selecting the on-screen displays. 50 Self timer. 52 Serial number. 15 Setup menus. 25, 37 Shoulder strap. 77 Slideshow. 34 Snow (recording program). 43 SP mode. 36 Sports (recording program). 43 Spotlight (recording program). 43 Still image quality. 49 Still image size. 49 Sunset (recording program). 43
White balance.47 Wide angle.31 Wide TV (16:9).41 Widescreen.29 Wind screen.38

XP mode.36

Zoom.31 Zoom speed.38
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U.S.A.

CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATES
The warranty set forward below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. with respect to equipment purchased in the United States. The limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of your Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase. Canon consumer DVD equipment is warranted under normal, non-commercial, personal use, against defective materials or workmanship as follows: Parts: Defective parts will be exchanged for new parts or comparable rebuilt parts for a period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase, except for a defective Video Head, which will be exchanged for a period of three months from the date of purchase. Labor: For a period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase, labor will be provided free of charge by our factory service centers or designated service facilities located in the United States. When returning equipment under this warranty, you must pre-pay the shipping charges, and you must enclose the Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase with a complete explanation of the problem. During your ONE-YEAR warranty period, repairs will be made and the equipment return-shipped to you free of charge. After your warranty period is over, you will be given an estimate of the cost of repair and an opportunity to approve or disapprove of the repair expense before it is incurred. If you approve, repairs will be made and the equipment return-shipped to you. (shipping charges apply). If you disapprove, we will return-ship the equipment at no charge to you. Non-Canon brand peripheral equipment and software which may be distributed with Canon DVD camcorders are sold AS IS without warranty of any kind by CUSA, including any implied warranty regarding merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The sole warranty with respect to such nonCanon brand items is given by the manufacturer or producer thereof. CUSA shall have no responsibility under this limited warranty for use of Canon DVD Camcorders in conjunction with incompatible peripheral equipment and incompatible software. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the authorized Canon retail dealer from whom you purchased the DVD Camcorder or call the CANON INFORMATION CENTER AT 1-800-828-4040). You will be directed to the nearest service facility for your product. This Limited Warranty covers all defects encountered in normal use of the equipment and does not apply in the following cases: A) Loss or damage to the equipment due to abuse, mishandling, accident, improper maintenance, or failure to follow operating instructions; B) If the equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries, sand, dirt or water damage; C) If defects or damages are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or by service other than our authorized agent; D) If the equipment is used for commercial or industrial use. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinet (exterior finish), DVD discs, nor does it apply to equipment purchased outside the United States. This warranty does not cover units sold to rental firms, military operations, hotels, schools, hospitals or for other commercial, industrial, or institutional applications. These uses are covered only by such specific warranty as Canon may issue with such sales. This Limited Warranty does not apply to accessories or consumables for the DVD Camcorder, which are sold AS IS, without warranty of any kind by CUSA. Please retain this warranty card and your Bill of Sale as a permanent record of your purchase. This card is most important in order to be sure you are contacted right away should there be a safety inspection, modification or product recall under applicable laws or regulations. NO IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE APPLIES TO THIS EQUIPMENT AFTER THE APPLICABLE PERIOD OF EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY, EXCEPT AS MENTIONED ABOVE, GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS EQUIPMENT SHALL BIND THE UNDERSIGNED. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU). CUSA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, EXPENSE FOR SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICE, STORAGE CHARGES, LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE DV CAMCORDER, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF CUSA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST CUSA BE GREATER THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DV CAMCORDER SOLD BY CUSA AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, YOU ASSUME ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE DV CAMCORDER NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF CUSA. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU).THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS EQUIPMENT OR THE PERSON FOR WHOM IT WAS PURCHASED AS A GIFT. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. CANON U.S.A., INC.

DC210 VPAT

Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT)
Name of Product: Canon DVD Camcorder (DC210) Date: June 1, 2007
Note: This document was prepared based on normal walk-up functionality. It does not include maintenance and troubleshooting procedures. The information contained in this document is proprietary information and is not for reproduction, publication or manipulation in any way or form. This template addresses a multitude of Canon DVD Camcorder (DC210) features; however, any specific inquiries should be made to Aubrey Woolley, Canon U.S.A., Inc. at (703) 807-3400.
The rules below refer to the Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Standards (covered by Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1998) issued by the Architectural and Transportation Compliance Board. Comments in the Supporting Features column are based on the Information Technology Industry Councils suggested language for use when filling out the Voluntary Product Accessibility Template. The Remarks and Explanations column provides additional information on the evaluation results, and explains the standard functions of the Canon DVD Camcorder (DC210) that can accommodate users with disabilities.
Summary Table Voluntary Product Accessibility Template

Criteria

Section 1194.21 Software Applications and Operating Systems Section 1194.22 Web-based Internet Information and Applications Section 1194.23 Telecommunications Products Section 1194.24 Video and Multi-media Products Section 1194.25 Self-Contained, Closed Products Section 1194.26 Desktop and Portable Computer Section 1194.31 Functional Performance Criteria Section 1194.41 Information, Documentation, and Support

Supporting Features

Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable Supports with exceptions* Not Applicable Supports with exceptions* Supports with exception*

Remarks and explanations

Not a Software Application or Operating System Not Web-based Internet Information or Application Not a Telecommunications Product Not a Video/ Multi-media Product
Not a Desktop/Portable Computer
*Please refer to the following pages for detailed information on supporting features and exceptions.
Section 1194.25 Self-Contained, Closed Products Criteria Supporting Remarks and explanations Features There are features that could be improved to increase usability for users with visual and mobility impairments. (See Remarks and Explanations in Section 1191.31.) Because some degree of user vision is assumed as a precondition in the design of digital video camcorders, the fundamental alteration exception applies for some design elements. When the power save function is activated, a message alerting the user appears on the screen with a beep sound 30 seconds before the camcorder shuts off. This auto power off setting can be cancelled in System Setup Menu. Refer to details in subsections k-1 through k-4 below.
(a) Self contained products shall be usable by people Supports with disabilities without requiring an end-user to with attach Assistive Technology to the product. Personal exceptions headsets for private listening are not Assistive Technology.
(b) When a timed response is required, the user shall Supports be alerted and given sufficient time to indicate more time is required.
(c) Where a product utilizes touch screens or contact-sensitive controls, an input method shall be provided that complies with 1194.23 (k) (1) through (4). (1194.23k-1) Products, which have mechanically operated controls or keys, shall comply with the following: Controls and keys shall be tactilely discernible without activating the controls or keys. (1194.23k-2) Controls and keys shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate controls and keys shall be 5 lbs. (22.2 N) maximum. (1194.23k-3) If key repeat is supported, the delay before repeat shall be adjustable to at least 2 seconds. Key-repeat rate shall be adjustable to 2 seconds per character. (1194.23k-4) The status of all locking or toggle controls or keys shall be visually discernible, and discernible either through touch or sound. Supports with an exception

Almost all the controls/keys on the camcorder body are tactilely discernible without activating them with a force less than 30g. Exception: Zoom lever is tactilely discernible, but is activated with a force less than 30g. All the controls and keys meet the requirement.

Supports

Does Not Support
To select an image in the playback mode or set a menu item, key-repeat is used with the Joystick. The interval to move between images/items is not adjustable. The status of many locking/toggle controls and keys are discernible visually and tactilely. Disc Compartment Cover, Disc Cover Switch, and Start/Stop Button are examples of those that can be discerned through vision and sound. However, in some cases, the status after selecting a menu item or function is not discernible through touch or sound.

Supports with exceptions

(d) When biometric forms of user identification or control are used, an alternative form of identification or activation, which does not require the user to possess particular biological characteristics, shall

Not Applicable

also be provided. (e) When products provide auditory output, the audio Supports signal shall be provided at a standard signal level through an industry standard connector that will allow for private listening. The product must provide the ability to interrupt, pause, and restart the audio at anytime. (f) When products deliver voice output in a public area, incremental volume control shall be provided with output amplification up to a level of at least 65 dB. Where the ambient noise level of the environment is above 45 dB, a volume gain of at least 20 dB above the ambient level shall be user selectable. A function shall be provided to automatically reset the volume to the default level after every use. Not Applicable The audio signal in movie control and A/V output is provided at a standard signal level through an industry standard connector that will allow for private listening. The audio can be interrupted, paused, and restarted at any time.
(g) Color coding shall not be used as the only means Supports of conveying information, indicating an action, prompting a response, or distinguishing a visual element.
During still image recording, the AF frame and the AF/AE locked icon changes from white or yellow to green when the focus is correctly adjusted. Users are additionally notified with a beep sound (once: focusing is not correct, twice: shooting preparation is complete). AF: Auto Focus AE: Auto Exposure

(h) When a product permits a user to adjust color and Not contrast settings, a range of color selections capable Applicable of producing a variety of contrast levels shall be provided. (i) Products shall be designed to avoid causing the screen to flicker with a frequency greater than 2 Hz and lower than 55 Hz. Supports In almost all the cases, the screen flicker frequency meets the requirement.
(j) (1) Products which are freestanding, non-portable, Not and intended to be used in one location and which Applicable have operable controls shall comply with the following: The position of any operable control shall be determined with respect to a vertical plane, which is 48 inches in length, centered on the operable control, and at the maximum protrusion of the product within the 48 inch length on products which are freestanding, non-portable, and intended to be used in one location and which have operable controls. (j) (2) Products which are freestanding, non-portable, and intended to be used in one location and which have operable controls shall comply with the following: Where any operable control is 10 inches or less behind the reference plane, the height shall be 54 inches maximum and 15 inches minimum above
the floor. (j)(3) Products which are freestanding, non-portable, and intended to be used in one location and which have operable controls shall comply with the following: Where any operable control is more than 10 inches and not more than 24 inches behind the reference plane, the height shall be 46 inches maximum and 15 inches minimum above the floor. (j)(4) Products which are freestanding, non-portable, and intended to be used in one location and which have operable controls shall comply with the following: Operable controls shall not be more than 24 inches behind the reference plane.
Section 1194.31 Functional Performance Criteria Criteria (a) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user vision shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are blind or visually impaired shall be provided. Supporting Remarks and explanations Features Not Applicable Fundament al Alteration Exception Applies The purpose of this product (which is to take visual images) requires some degree of user vision. Therefore, the Fundamental Alteration Exception applies to this criterion.

(b) At least one mode of operation and information Supports retrieval that does not require visual acuity greater than 20/70 shall be provided in audio and enlarged print output working together or independently, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are visually impaired shall be provided. (c) At least one mode of operation and information Supports retrieval that does not require user hearing shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are deaf or hard of hearing shall be provided. (d) Where audio information is important for the use of a product, at least one mode of operation and information retrieval shall be provided in an enhanced auditory fashion, or support for assistive hearing devices shall be provided. Supports
Visual acuity greater than 20/70 is not required for use of this product.
User hearing is generally not required for use of this product. If necessary, captions can be set to review movies.
In reviewing a movie, the audio signal is provided at a standard signal level through an industry standard connector. This allows for private listening. The audio can be interrupted, paused, and restarted at any time. User speech is not required to operate this product.
(e) At least one mode of operation and information Supports retrieval that does not require user speech shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people with disabilities shall be provided. (f) At least one mode of operation and information Does not retrieval that does not require fine motor control or support simultaneous actions and that is operable with limited reach and strength shall be provided.
Delicate control may be required to handle the Dioptric Adjustment Lever, Zoom Lever, and Joystick. Simultaneous action is required to slide down the power switch while pressing its lock button. Key repeat with the Joystick may be difficult for users who have limited use of their upper body. However for other operations, delicate control, careful handling, or simultaneous actions are unnecessary.

Section 1194.41 Information, Documentation, and Support Criteria (a) Product support documentation available to end-users is available in alternate formats upon request, at no additional charge. Supporting Remarks and explanations Features Supports Product support documentation will be provided upon request in electronic format, at no additional charge. An evaluation of the accessibility features of products will be provided upon request in electronic format, at no additional charge.
(b) End-users have access to a description of the Supports accessibility and compatibility features of products in with alternate formats and alternate methods upon Exception request, at no additional charge. (c) Support services for products accommodate the communication needs of end-users with disabilities. Supports
Canon U.S.A., Inc. provides support services accommodating users with disabilities through OKCANON assistance, TTY support at (866) 251-3752. Canon otherwise available to U.S. federal government agencies through Federal Relay.
This document is for informational purposes only. This information is based on Canons current understanding of 36 CFR Part 1194 Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Standard and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. It is not intended address applicability of these laws to a particular end-user, customer, application or procurement. All product design and specifications are subject to change. Some of the information may be based upon data collected or tests conducted on similar product modules. The information in this Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) should not be considered a contractual agreement by Canon. FURTHER, THE INFORMATION AND MATERIALS PROVIDED IN THIS VPAT ARE AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY. Canon does not warrant the accuracy and completeness of the information or materials in this VPAT. Canon may make changes to the information in this VPAT, or to the products described in this VPAT at any time, without notice.