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... operation. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. These limits are attached. Canon U.S.A., Inc. Tel No. (516)328-5600 CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY ...CAUTION: • Danger of explosion if the wrong type of the FCC Rules. WARNING! Operation is required to radio communications. Digital Video Camcorder, FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A systems This device complies with the limits for help. Use of shielded cable is subject to the following measures: •...
... operation. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. These limits are attached. Canon U.S.A., Inc. Tel No. (516)328-5600 CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY ...CAUTION: • Danger of explosion if the wrong type of the FCC Rules. WARNING! Operation is required to radio communications. Digital Video Camcorder, FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A systems This device complies with the limits for help. Use of shielded cable is subject to the following measures: •...
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... a safety feature. Hazard of the polarized plug. 24 Power Cord Protection - 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 warnings...
... a safety feature. Hazard of the polarized plug. 24 Power Cord Protection - 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 warnings...
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... Scene recording programs ( 42): When recording in a variety of situations, such as pressing a single button and using a camcorder for camcorder shake when shooting video while walking. The camcorder will take care of the rest! • Image Stabilization ( 81): Dynamic IS compensates for the first time or are ...Dual Shot ( 24): With Dual Shot ( mode), recording is smaller, lighter and faster. Recording on flash memory? Other features of this camcorder Whether you play it to music when you are using the zoom lever. The following are just but a few examples of the many easy...
... Scene recording programs ( 42): When recording in a variety of situations, such as pressing a single button and using a camcorder for camcorder shake when shooting video while walking. The camcorder will take care of the rest! • Image Stabilization ( 81): Dynamic IS compensates for the first time or are ...Dual Shot ( 24): With Dual Shot ( mode), recording is smaller, lighter and faster. Recording on flash memory? Other features of this camcorder Whether you play it to music when you are using the zoom lever. The following are just but a few examples of the many easy...
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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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... button to start recording until you for future reference. To complete some operations, you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon FS31/FS30/FS300. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the . 11 Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT...: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that applies only to the model shown in ...
... button to start recording until you for future reference. To complete some operations, you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon FS31/FS30/FS300. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the . 11 Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT...: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that applies only to the model shown in ...
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Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of the camcorder. For a detailed explanation refer to display the Special Scene (SCN) recording programs Desired recording program FUNC. The serial number of this product can ... information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft. For example FUNC. . Model Name: FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A Date of Purchase: Serial No.: Purchased From: Dealer Address: Dealer Phone No.: 12 For example [ON], [OFF]. In this manual, the arrow...
Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of the camcorder. For a detailed explanation refer to display the Special Scene (SCN) recording programs Desired recording program FUNC. The serial number of this product can ... information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft. For example FUNC. . Model Name: FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A Date of Purchase: Serial No.: Purchased From: Dealer Address: Dealer Phone No.: 12 For example [ON], [OFF]. In this manual, the arrow...
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...USB Cable Quick Guide Yellow • Red • White plugs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder. • PIXELA Application - Music Transfer Utility - Contains the full-length camcorder instruction manual (electronic version on a CD player. Disc 1 CD-ROM. * The CD-ROM includes ... and ImageMixer 3 SE Video Tools. Overview Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder. For transferring music files that can be played back on PDF file) and music files that can be used during playback. ImageMixer...
...USB Cable Quick Guide Yellow • Red • White plugs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder. • PIXELA Application - Music Transfer Utility - Contains the full-length camcorder instruction manual (electronic version on a CD player. Disc 1 CD-ROM. * The CD-ROM includes ... and ImageMixer 3 SE Video Tools. Overview Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder. For transferring music files that can be played back on PDF file) and music files that can be used during playback. ImageMixer...
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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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... displayed 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 indicated accurately. • When the camcorder is off without displaying . • The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it and... then use the camcorder until the battery pack is no more photos can be recorded • When viewing the photos, the display will stop. , Remaining battery time • The...
... displayed 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 indicated accurately. • When the camcorder is off without displaying . • The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it and... then use the camcorder until the battery pack is no more photos can be recorded • When viewing the photos, the display will stop. , Remaining battery time • The...
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...all the way into a power outlet. 3 Connect the compact power adapter to the compact power adapter. 19 Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a full battery pack, refer to the tables on pages 105-106. 2 Plug the power cord into the compartment and ...press gently until you learn more about your camcorder. For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. Charge the battery pack before use....
...all the way into a power outlet. 3 Connect the compact power adapter to the compact power adapter. 19 Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a full battery pack, refer to the tables on pages 105-106. 2 Plug the power cord into the compartment and ...press gently until you learn more about your camcorder. For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. Charge the battery pack before use....
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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 104 °F), the charging will go out when the charging is updated in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (...50 °F and 86 °F). ONCE THE BATTERY PACK IS FULLY CHARGED 1 Disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder. 2 Unplug the power cord from the lens and open it. 2 Press the battery release latch and pull out the battery pack. 3 Close the cover and...
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 104 °F), the charging will go out when the charging is updated in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (...50 °F and 86 °F). ONCE THE BATTERY PACK IS FULLY CHARGED 1 Disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder. 2 Unplug the power cord from the lens and open it. 2 Press the battery release latch and pull out the battery pack. 3 Close the cover and...
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... and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. Adjust the grip belt so that powers the product is an issue, you can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will not charge while the camcorder is on. • If remaining battery time is recyclable. NOTES • Turn off the... the padded 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 the...
... and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. Adjust the grip belt so that powers the product is an issue, you can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will not charge while the camcorder is on. • If remaining battery time is recyclable. NOTES • Turn off the... the padded 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 the...
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...belt and attach the shoulder strap directly to the Velcro pad on the camcorder. Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the wrist strap through the back bracket on the camcorder, thread the wrist strap through the front bracket on the camcorder. 3 Fasten the grip belt as necessary, attach the strap to ...the picture when recording with the self timer. TO ATTACH A SHOULDER STRAP You can also attach the wrist strap to the strap mount on the camcorder. 2 Thread the strap through the padded handgrip and then pass it through the loop and fasten. TO REATTACH THE GRIP BELT 1 Pass the ...
...belt and attach the shoulder strap directly to the Velcro pad on the camcorder. Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the wrist strap through the back bracket on the camcorder, thread the wrist strap through the front bracket on the camcorder. 3 Fasten the grip belt as necessary, attach the strap to ...the picture when recording with the self timer. TO ATTACH A SHOULDER STRAP You can also attach the wrist strap to the strap mount on the camcorder. 2 Thread the strap through the padded handgrip and then pass it through the loop and fasten. TO REATTACH THE GRIP BELT 1 Pass the ...
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... not constitute a malfunction. pressed down for more than 99.99% of the recording. • Using the bright setting will automatically change to specification. While the camcorder is normal, the brightness will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack. • When the compact power adapter is connected while the brightness...
... not constitute a malfunction. pressed down for more than 99.99% of the recording. • Using the bright setting will automatically change to specification. While the camcorder is normal, the brightness will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack. • When the compact power adapter is connected while the brightness...
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... from the memory (press camera mode dial is not available. In this manual, indicates that the function is set to your preference. To set the camcorder to flexible recording mode, turn the camera mode dial to your preference. You do not need to mode. Operating Modes The... modes. See the following table for beginners or if you change settings to for movies or for photos. Recording: Dual Shot and Flexible Recording The camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video or photos: Dual Shot ( mode) for a summary of the camera mode dial. You can also use the zoom...
... from the memory (press camera mode dial is not available. In this manual, indicates that the function is set to your preference. To set the camcorder to flexible recording mode, turn the camera mode dial to your preference. You do not need to mode. Operating Modes The... modes. See the following table for beginners or if you change settings to for movies or for photos. Recording: Dual Shot and Flexible Recording The camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video or photos: Dual Shot ( mode) for a summary of the camera mode dial. You can also use the zoom...
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...All settings in the corresponding playback mode. Push the joystick ( ) to save the settings or confirm an action. flexible recording mode, the camcorder can use the Special Scene recording programs ( 42) to set at once all the optimal settings to match special recording conditions. When the ...camera mode dial is indicated by small arrows). On menu screens, this is set to , pressing switches the camcorder to photo playback mode. Playback Press to switch between the recording mode indicated by the camera mode dial and playback mode ( / the...
...All settings in the corresponding playback mode. Push the joystick ( ) to save the settings or confirm an action. flexible recording mode, the camcorder can use the Special Scene recording programs ( 42) to set at once all the optimal settings to match special recording conditions. When the ...camera mode dial is indicated by small arrows). On menu screens, this is set to , pressing switches the camcorder to photo playback mode. Playback Press to switch between the recording mode indicated by the camera mode dial and playback mode ( / the...
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To access the menus, set the camcorder to the appendix Menu Options Lists ( 79). Selecting a FUNC. Menu items not available will appear grayed out. 3 Select ( ) the desired setting from the available options ... In either mode, if you want to change from the left side column. Menu Option in Recording Mode 1 Press FUNC. . 2 Select ( ) the icon of the camcorder's functions can be highlighted in orange. • With some settings you will minimize again but the selected function can still be operated. to make further...
To access the menus, set the camcorder to the appendix Menu Options Lists ( 79). Selecting a FUNC. Menu items not available will appear grayed out. 3 Select ( ) the desired setting from the available options ... In either mode, if you want to change from the left side column. Menu Option in Recording Mode 1 Press FUNC. . 2 Select ( ) the icon of the camcorder's functions can be highlighted in orange. • With some settings you will minimize again but the selected function can still be operated. to make further...
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... Settings Setting the Date and Time You will need to set the date and time of settings. 4 Select ( ) the setting you do not use the camcorder for more than 1 second to close the setup screen. In such case, recharge the built-in orange and indicated with up/down for about 3 months... screen. 3 Select ( ) the desired menu from the left side column and press . When the [DATE/TIME] screen appears, the year will appear automatically when the camcorder's clock is not set the time zone, date and time again. 27 IMPORTANT • When you want to start using it. to open the setup...
... Settings Setting the Date and Time You will need to set the date and time of settings. 4 Select ( ) the setting you do not use the camcorder for more than 1 second to close the setup screen. In such case, recharge the built-in orange and indicated with up/down for about 3 months... screen. 3 Select ( ) the desired menu from the left side column and press . When the [DATE/TIME] screen appears, the year will appear automatically when the camcorder's clock is not set the time zone, date and time again. 27 IMPORTANT • When you want to start using it. to open the setup...