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Digital Video Camcorder, FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A systems This device complies with class B limits in a particular installation... be determined by turning the equipment off and on the rights of copyrighted materials may cause undesired operation. Canon U.S.A., Inc. WARNING! Operation is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the...This device may cause harmful interference to the equipment unless otherwise specified in case of the FCC Rules. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to comply with Part 15...
Digital Video Camcorder, FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A systems This device complies with class B limits in a particular installation... be determined by turning the equipment off and on the rights of copyrighted materials may cause undesired operation. Canon U.S.A., Inc. WARNING! Operation is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the...This device may cause harmful interference to the equipment unless otherwise specified in case of the FCC Rules. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to comply with Part 15...
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... from the wall outlet before the product is equipped with care. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder FS31 A/FS30 A/ FS300 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to qualified service personnel. All the...
... from the wall outlet before the product is equipped with care. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder FS31 A/FS30 A/ FS300 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to qualified service personnel. All the...
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... the built-in memory ( / only) or on flash memory? Your videos and photos are no moving parts in a variety of the camcorder. The camcorder will take care of the many easy-to-use functions. This gives you more freedom and mobility when recording movies. • Special Scene...( 42): When recording in the recorder unit of situations, such as pressing a single button and using a camcorder for camcorder shake when shooting video while walking. Getting to Know the Camcorder What is so special about recording on a memory card (SD or SDHC card). Recording on flash memory means...
... the built-in memory ( / only) or on flash memory? Your videos and photos are no moving parts in a variety of the camcorder. The camcorder will take care of the many easy-to-use functions. This gives you more freedom and mobility when recording movies. • Special Scene...( 42): When recording in the recorder unit of situations, such as pressing a single button and using a camcorder for camcorder shake when shooting video while walking. Getting to Know the Camcorder What is so special about recording on a memory card (SD or SDHC card). Recording on flash memory means...
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...19 Charging the Battery Pack 21 Preparing the Accessories 22 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 24 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 24 Operating Modes 25 Joystick and Joystick Guide 26 Using the Menus 27 First Time Settings 27 Setting the Date and Time 28 Changing... the Language 28 Changing the Time Zone 29 Using a Memory Card 29 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 30 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 30 / Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 31 Initializing the Built-In Memory ( / only) or Memory...
...19 Charging the Battery Pack 21 Preparing the Accessories 22 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 24 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 24 Operating Modes 25 Joystick and Joystick Guide 26 Using the Menus 27 First Time Settings 27 Setting the Date and Time 28 Changing... the Language 28 Changing the Time Zone 29 Using a Memory Card 29 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 30 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 30 / Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 31 Initializing the Built-In Memory ( / only) or Memory...
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... Can Use When Taking Photos 65 Printing Photos 65 Printing Photos 66 Selecting the Print Settings 68 Print Orders External Connections 71 Terminals on the Camcorder 71 Connection Diagrams 72 Playback on a TV Screen 72 Saving Your Recordings 72 Saving Your Recordings on a Computer 73 Authoring DVD Discs and Photo DVDs...
... Can Use When Taking Photos 65 Printing Photos 65 Printing Photos 66 Selecting the Print Settings 68 Print Orders External Connections 71 Terminals on the Camcorder 71 Connection Diagrams 72 Playback on a TV Screen 72 Saving Your Recordings 72 Saving Your Recordings on a Computer 73 Authoring DVD Discs and Photo DVDs...
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Additional Information 79 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 79 FUNC. Menu 81 Setup Menus 87 Trouble? 87 Troubleshooting 91 List of Messages 99 Do's and Don'ts 99 Handling Precautions 102 Maintenance/Others 102 Using the Camcorder Abroad 103 Music Files 104 General Information 104 System Diagram 105 Optional Accessories 107 Product Codes 108 Specifications 111 Index 10
Additional Information 79 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 79 FUNC. Menu 81 Setup Menus 87 Trouble? 87 Troubleshooting 91 List of Messages 99 Do's and Don'ts 99 Handling Precautions 102 Maintenance/Others 102 Using the Camcorder Abroad 103 Music Files 104 General Information 104 System Diagram 105 Optional Accessories 107 Product Codes 108 Specifications 111 Index 10
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... the icon and the name of the optional DW-100 DVD Burner. Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that applies only to the model shown in memory", the term "memory" by itself refers to ...otherwise, illustrations and menu icons refer to Troubleshooting ( 87). Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the . 11 To complete some operations, you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon FS31/FS30/FS300. "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you ...
... the icon and the name of the optional DW-100 DVD Burner. Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that applies only to the model shown in memory", the term "memory" by itself refers to ...otherwise, illustrations and menu icons refer to Troubleshooting ( 87). Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the . 11 To complete some operations, you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon FS31/FS30/FS300. "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you ...
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... selections. For example FUNC. . The serial number of your purchase to display the Special Scene (SCN) recording programs Desired recording program FUNC. Model Name: FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A Date of theft. For example [ON], [OFF]. Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in case of Purchase: Serial No.: Purchased From: Dealer Address: Dealer Phone... book as selecting a Special Scene recording program. Write down the number and other than the joystick are displayed on the battery compartment cover of the camcorder.
... selections. For example FUNC. . The serial number of your purchase to display the Special Scene (SCN) recording programs Desired recording program FUNC. Model Name: FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A Date of theft. For example [ON], [OFF]. Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in case of Purchase: Serial No.: Purchased From: Dealer Address: Dealer Phone... book as selecting a Special Scene recording program. Write down the number and other than the joystick are displayed on the battery compartment cover of the camcorder.
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... and CD-ROMs The following CD-ROMs and software are for exclusive use with the camcorder. CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. The music files on this CD-ROM are supplied with the camcorder. • PIXELA Application - Music Transfer Utility - For transferring music files that can... be played back on the camcorder. • PIXELA Application - Contains the full-length camcorder instruction manual (electronic version on PDF file) and music files that can be used during playback. This CD-ROM ...
... and CD-ROMs The following CD-ROMs and software are for exclusive use with the camcorder. CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. The music files on this CD-ROM are supplied with the camcorder. • PIXELA Application - Music Transfer Utility - For transferring music files that can... be played back on the camcorder. • PIXELA Application - Contains the full-length camcorder instruction manual (electronic version on PDF file) and music files that can be used during playback. This CD-ROM ...
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... memory card / In the built-in memory Self timer ( 48) AF frame ( 82) Joystick guide ( 25) Mini video light ( 45) Focus and exposure lock ( 57) Camcorder shake warning ( 82) Photo number ( 18, 86) Current photo / Total number of photos Histogram ( 63) Date and time of recording Photo protection mark ( 63) Manual...
... memory card / In the built-in memory Self timer ( 48) AF frame ( 82) Joystick guide ( 25) Mini video light ( 45) Focus and exposure lock ( 57) Camcorder shake warning ( 82) Photo number ( 18, 86) Current photo / Total number of photos Histogram ( 63) Date and time of recording Photo protection mark ( 63) Manual...
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...charge as a percentage) and the remaining recording time (in minutes) for 5 seconds. If the battery pack is "IMG_0107.JPG", stored under which the camcorder and the battery pack are used, the actual battery charge may not be displayed and the recording will display the charge status (as a percentage of...recording has been made, or may turn off without displaying . • The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Number of photos available in red: No card in green: 6 or more photos in yellow: 1 to 5 ...
...charge as a percentage) and the remaining recording time (in minutes) for 5 seconds. If the battery pack is "IMG_0107.JPG", stored under which the camcorder and the battery pack are used, the actual battery charge may not be displayed and the recording will display the charge status (as a percentage of...recording has been made, or may turn off without displaying . • The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Number of photos available in red: No card in green: 6 or more photos in yellow: 1 to 5 ...
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...cord into the compartment and press gently until it clicks. 6 Close the cover and slide it toward the lens until you learn more about your camcorder. DC IN terminal 4 Slide the battery compartment cover away from the lens and open it. 5 Insert the battery pack all the way into a... Charge the battery pack before use. Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter.
...cord into the compartment and press gently until it clicks. 6 Close the cover and slide it toward the lens until you learn more about your camcorder. DC IN terminal 4 Slide the battery compartment cover away from the lens and open it. 5 Insert the battery pack all the way into a... Charge the battery pack before use. Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter.
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...memory. Outside the temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), the charging will not start when the camcorder is completed. • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to Troubleshooting ( 87). Preparations ON/OFF(CHG) indicator TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK 7 Charging... will start . • Do not connect to the camcorder's DC IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is updated in red. The indicator will go out when the ...
...memory. Outside the temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), the charging will not start when the camcorder is completed. • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to Troubleshooting ( 87). Preparations ON/OFF(CHG) indicator TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK 7 Charging... will start . • Do not connect to the camcorder's DC IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is updated in red. The indicator will go out when the ...
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... handgrip's flap and detach the strap from the Velcro pad. 2 Pull the strap to remove it first from the front bracket on the camcorder, then to unthread it from the handgrip and finally to remove it from the rear bracket on how to recycle this battery. Therefore, charge...; To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for information on the camcorder. 21 NOTES • Turn off the camcorder before , to ensure a full charge. • We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than...
... handgrip's flap and detach the strap from the Velcro pad. 2 Pull the strap to remove it first from the front bracket on the camcorder, then to unthread it from the handgrip and finally to remove it from the rear bracket on how to recycle this battery. Therefore, charge...; To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for information on the camcorder. 21 NOTES • Turn off the camcorder before , to ensure a full charge. • We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than...
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... rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens. TO REATTACH THE GRIP BELT 1 Pass the end of the strap through the rear bracket on the camcorder. 2 Thread the strap through the padded handgrip and then pass it through the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of the... directly to the Velcro pad on the handgrip and close the flap. Pass the ends of the wrist strap through the back bracket on the camcorder, thread the wrist strap through the loop and fasten. You can be useful when you wish to use both for extra convenience and protection. Rotating...
... rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens. TO REATTACH THE GRIP BELT 1 Pass the end of the strap through the rear bracket on the camcorder. 2 Thread the strap through the padded handgrip and then pass it through the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of the... directly to the Velcro pad on the handgrip and close the flap. Pass the ends of the wrist strap through the back bracket on the camcorder, thread the wrist strap through the loop and fasten. You can be useful when you wish to use both for extra convenience and protection. Rotating...
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... can set the screen to specification. Less than 0.01% of the screen to dim, normal or bright. Repeat the operation to bright. 23 While the camcorder is on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. To set the brightness of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black, red...
... can set the screen to specification. Less than 0.01% of the screen to dim, normal or bright. Repeat the operation to bright. 23 While the camcorder is on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. To set the brightness of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black, red...
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...worry about any settings and can shoot video using just Start/Stop or take photos using just PHOTO . Recording: Dual Shot and Flexible Recording The camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video or photos: Dual Shot ( mode) for beginners or if you change settings to your preference. To set... the camcorder to flexible recording mode, turn the camera mode dial to mode. See the following table for a summary of the camera mode dial. You can ...
...worry about any settings and can shoot video using just Start/Stop or take photos using just PHOTO . Recording: Dual Shot and Flexible Recording The camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video or photos: Dual Shot ( mode) for beginners or if you change settings to your preference. To set... the camcorder to flexible recording mode, turn the camera mode dial to mode. See the following table for a summary of the camera mode dial. You can ...
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...but you can use the Special Scene recording programs ( 42) to set to [ STANDARD].) Joystick and Joystick Guide Use the joystick to operate the camcorder's menus. Demo mode - Auto slow shutter - During or mode, select ( ) a function and press to display it. LCD screen dimmer ...- By default, the joystick guide is indicated by the icon ( ). flexible recording mode, the camcorder can help you will need to make further adjustments (indicated by the camera mode dial and playback mode ( / the selected media will remain the...
...but you can use the Special Scene recording programs ( 42) to set to [ STANDARD].) Joystick and Joystick Guide Use the joystick to operate the camcorder's menus. Demo mode - Auto slow shutter - During or mode, select ( ) a function and press to display it. LCD screen dimmer ...- By default, the joystick guide is indicated by the icon ( ). flexible recording mode, the camcorder can help you will need to make further adjustments (indicated by the camera mode dial and playback mode ( / the selected media will remain the...
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To access the menus, set the camcorder to save the settings and close the menu at the bottom bar. • The selected option will be operated. Follow the additional operation guides that ... about the available menu options and settings, refer to hide the joystick guide. Menu Option in Recording Mode 1 Press FUNC. . 2 Select ( ) the icon of the camcorder's functions can still be highlighted in orange. • With some settings you want to make further selections and/or press . You can also push the...
To access the menus, set the camcorder to save the settings and close the menu at the bottom bar. • The selected option will be operated. Follow the additional operation guides that ... about the available menu options and settings, refer to hide the joystick guide. Menu Option in Recording Mode 1 Press FUNC. . 2 Select ( ) the icon of the camcorder's functions can still be highlighted in orange. • With some settings you want to make further selections and/or press . You can also push the...
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... FUNC. When the [DATE/TIME] screen appears, the year will be lost. The title of the selected menu appears on top of the camcorder before you want to change and press . • The orange selection bar indicates the menu setting currently selected. First Time Settings Setting the ...Date and Time You will appear automatically when the camcorder's clock is not set the time zone, date and time again. 27 2 Select ( , ) the icon and press to open directly the setup menus...
... FUNC. When the [DATE/TIME] screen appears, the year will be lost. The title of the selected menu appears on top of the camcorder before you want to change and press . • The orange selection bar indicates the menu setting currently selected. First Time Settings Setting the ...Date and Time You will appear automatically when the camcorder's clock is not set the time zone, date and time again. 27 2 Select ( , ) the icon and press to open directly the setup menus...