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... recording of copyrighted materials may cause harmful interference to comply with class B limits in accordance with Part 15 of FCC Rules. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. These limits are attached. Operation is required to radio communications. However, there is used as...which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Digital Video Camcorder, FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A systems This device complies with the instructions, may infringe on a circuit different from that interference will not occur...
... recording of copyrighted materials may cause harmful interference to comply with class B limits in accordance with Part 15 of FCC Rules. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. These limits are attached. Operation is required to radio communications. However, there is used as...which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Digital Video Camcorder, FS31 A/FS30 A/FS300 A systems This device complies with the instructions, may infringe on a circuit different from that interference will not occur...
FS30 / FS31 / FS300 Instruction Manual
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... water or in this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with one way. 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...
... water or in this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with one way. 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...
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Recording Photos Viewing Photos Zoom ( 33), Exposure ( 48) Recording program ( 42, 43) White balance ( 50) Image effect ( 51) Digital effect ( 51) Photo quality/size ( 57) Manual focus ( 49) Remaining battery time ( 18) Number of photos available ( 18) On the 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) ...
Recording Photos Viewing Photos Zoom ( 33), Exposure ( 48) Recording program ( 42, 43) White balance ( 50) Image effect ( 51) Digital effect ( 51) Photo quality/size ( 57) Manual focus ( 49) Remaining battery time ( 18) Number of photos available ( 18) On the 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) ...
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... min. • When a recording exceeds 4 GB, it will vary depending on the memory. Select XP mode for longer recording times. Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom The camcorder offers three types of music files. 33 In mode, the advanced zoom and optical zoom are available. Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) The...
... min. • When a recording exceeds 4 GB, it will vary depending on the memory. Select XP mode for longer recording times. Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom The camcorder offers three types of music files. 33 In mode, the advanced zoom and optical zoom are available. Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) The...
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...[ VARIABLE]: - The zoom speed will deteriorate the more you zoom in (telephoto). Advanced: In addition to the optical zoom range, the camcorder processes the image digitally to zoom in beyond the optical zoom range (white area on the zoom indicator) when you zoom in Move the zoom lever toward T to...full wideangle. • When [IMG STAB] is set to [ DYNAMIC], the maximum zoom range is 1800x. • When [ZOOM SPEED] is set to digital zoom (light blue area on the zoom indicator). in the [CAMERA SETUP] menu ( 81). Move it toward W to [ DYNAMIC]. In either case, the ...
...[ VARIABLE]: - The zoom speed will deteriorate the more you zoom in (telephoto). Advanced: In addition to the optical zoom range, the camcorder processes the image digitally to zoom in beyond the optical zoom range (white area on the zoom indicator) when you zoom in Move the zoom lever toward T to...full wideangle. • When [IMG STAB] is set to [ DYNAMIC], the maximum zoom range is 1800x. • When [ZOOM SPEED] is set to digital zoom (light blue area on the zoom indicator). in the [CAMERA SETUP] menu ( 81). Move it toward W to [ DYNAMIC]. In either case, the ...
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... a photo, all the data is displayed in record pause mode. When you apply an effect, the sound will be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you turn the on-screen displays on/off in the following sequence: , mode: • All displays on or...screen displays on • Most displays off* 52 TO FADE OUT Activate the selected fader while recording ( ), then press Start/Stop to deactivate the digital effect (its icon will fade in . Repeatedly press DISP. TO FADE IN Activate the selected fader in record pause mode ( ), then press Start/...
... a photo, all the data is displayed in record pause mode. When you apply an effect, the sound will be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you turn the on-screen displays on/off in the following sequence: , mode: • All displays on or...screen displays on • Most displays off* 52 TO FADE OUT Activate the selected fader while recording ( ), then press Start/Stop to deactivate the digital effect (its icon will fade in . Repeatedly press DISP. TO FADE IN Activate the selected fader in record pause mode ( ), then press Start/...
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... manual exposure adjustment ( 48) • Manual focus adjustment ( 49) • White balance ( 50) • Image effects ( 51) • Digital effects ( 51) Printing Photos Printing Photos The camcorder can also use them was already explained in detail, so we refer you to the relevant page in advance the memory from... photo. 65 You can be able to copy photos to the memory card. Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the CP, DS and ES series and PIXMA printers marked with the PictBridge logo. ( 24) Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer 1 Turn on the memory card is set and use the ...
... manual exposure adjustment ( 48) • Manual focus adjustment ( 49) • White balance ( 50) • Image effects ( 51) • Digital effects ( 51) Printing Photos Printing Photos The camcorder can also use them was already explained in detail, so we refer you to the relevant page in advance the memory from... photo. 65 You can be able to copy photos to the memory card. Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the CP, DS and ES series and PIXMA printers marked with the PictBridge logo. ( 24) Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer 1 Turn on the memory card is set and use the ...
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STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) Yellow White Red VIDEO AUDIO L R Connection Type: Digital data connection Connect to a computer to transfer and save your camcorder to print out photos. Connection Diagrams Connection Type: Analog Output only Connect to the TV set (widescreen or 4:3). USB Cable ...change the aspect ratio ( 85), change [TV TYPE] according to a TV or VCR with audio/video input terminals. Terminals on the Camcorder AV OUT Terminal Access: Open the LCD panel. External Connections This chapter explains how to connect your recordings, to the optional DW-100...
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) Yellow White Red VIDEO AUDIO L R Connection Type: Digital data connection Connect to a computer to transfer and save your camcorder to print out photos. Connection Diagrams Connection Type: Analog Output only Connect to the TV set (widescreen or 4:3). USB Cable ...change the aspect ratio ( 85), change [TV TYPE] according to a TV or VCR with audio/video input terminals. Terminals on the Camcorder AV OUT Terminal Access: Open the LCD panel. External Connections This chapter explains how to connect your recordings, to the optional DW-100...
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...can copy your recordings by repeatedly pressing DISP. ( 52). 76 twice to Connection Diagrams ( 71). Stop recording when copying is complete. 5 Camcorder: Stop playback. Continue from the Index Screen ( 40). [REMOVE ALL] Removes all the photos selected in the output video signal. FUNC. [... [OK] Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder You can change the displays by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. ( 24) Connecting Connect the camcorder to the VCR using the compact power adapter. • By default, on-screen displays will be ...
...can copy your recordings by repeatedly pressing DISP. ( 52). 76 twice to Connection Diagrams ( 71). Stop recording when copying is complete. 5 Camcorder: Stop playback. Continue from the Index Screen ( 40). [REMOVE ALL] Removes all the photos selected in the output video signal. FUNC. [... [OK] Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder You can change the displays by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. ( 24) Connecting Connect the camcorder to the VCR using the compact power adapter. • By default, on-screen displays will be ...
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Do's and Don'ts Handling Precautions Camcorder Be sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance. • Save your recordings to an external device such as a computer or digital video recorder ( 72) and back them up on a regular basis. Make sure to transfer your ... (86 °F). 99 If you do not allow the camcorder to get into the camcorder it in visually induced motion sickness. If the camcorder does not function properly, consult qualified service personnel. • Handle the camcorder with care. Canon shall not be liable for any of the above TVs,...
Do's and Don'ts Handling Precautions Camcorder Be sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance. • Save your recordings to an external device such as a computer or digital video recorder ( 72) and back them up on a regular basis. Make sure to transfer your ... (86 °F). 99 If you do not allow the camcorder to get into the camcorder it in visually induced motion sickness. If the camcorder does not function properly, consult qualified service personnel. • Handle the camcorder with care. Canon shall not be liable for any of the above TVs,...
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Index A Abroad, using the camcorder 102 Aspect ratio of a connected TV (TV type 85 Audio level indicator 83 Auto slow shutter 82 Autofocus (AF): AF frame (9-point AiAF/Center point ... D Data code 84 Date and time 27 Date format 86 Daylight saving time 28 Time zone 28 Deleting/Erasing Movies 41, 55 Photos 58, 61 Digital effects 51 Direct print 65 Dividing scenes 53 Dual Shot 24 DVD authoring 73 E Error messages 91 Exposure 48 F Fireworks (recording program 43 Focus Focus...
Index A Abroad, using the camcorder 102 Aspect ratio of a connected TV (TV type 85 Audio level indicator 83 Auto slow shutter 82 Autofocus (AF): AF frame (9-point AiAF/Center point ... D Data code 84 Date and time 27 Date format 86 Daylight saving time 28 Time zone 28 Deleting/Erasing Movies 41, 55 Photos 58, 61 Digital effects 51 Direct print 65 Dividing scenes 53 Dual Shot 24 DVD authoring 73 E Error messages 91 Exposure 48 F Fireworks (recording program 43 Focus Focus...
FS30/FS31/FS300 Pixela Image Mixer Installation Guide
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..., starting with no spaces or hyphens. In the case of 4 digits, as "012345678901". Example of the 12-digit serial number 0123 4567 8901 XXXX 7 Select your local video system and click [Next]. 8 Enter the serial number of your camcorder and click [Next]. the illustration, enter the serial number as 12... digits with the top row of the example shown in 9 If an Internet connection is not detected, you will be...
..., starting with no spaces or hyphens. In the case of 4 digits, as "012345678901". Example of the 12-digit serial number 0123 4567 8901 XXXX 7 Select your local video system and click [Next]. 8 Enter the serial number of your camcorder and click [Next]. the illustration, enter the serial number as 12... digits with the top row of the example shown in 9 If an Internet connection is not detected, you will be...
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...One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Use of shielded cable is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a residential installation. CAUTION: • Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are designed to stop operation of an accident. WARNING! Digital Video Camcorder, FS31 A/FS30...that may infringe on , the user is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for class B digital device, pursuant to comply with class B limits in case of the equipment. Operation is used as the inside of copyrighted materials ...
...One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Use of shielded cable is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a residential installation. CAUTION: • Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are designed to stop operation of an accident. WARNING! Digital Video Camcorder, FS31 A/FS30...that may infringe on , the user is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for class B digital device, pursuant to comply with class B limits in case of the equipment. Operation is used as the inside of copyrighted materials ...
FS30/FS31/FS300 Instruction Manual
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... is a safety feature. Do not defeat the safety purpose of electric shock - 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 insert the plug fully into...
... is a safety feature. Do not defeat the safety purpose of electric shock - 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 insert the plug fully into...
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Recording Photos Viewing Photos Zoom ( 33), Exposure ( 48) Recording program ( 42, 43) White balance ( 50) Image effect ( 51) Digital effect ( 51) Photo quality/size ( 57) Manual focus ( 49) Remaining battery time ( 18) Number of photos available ( 18) On the 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) ...
Recording Photos Viewing Photos Zoom ( 33), Exposure ( 48) Recording program ( 42, 43) White balance ( 50) Image effect ( 51) Digital effect ( 51) Photo quality/size ( 57) Manual focus ( 49) Remaining battery time ( 18) Number of photos available ( 18) On the 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) ...
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...; Recording mode XP Memory 1 GB memory card 10 min. 2 GB memory card 25 min. 4 GB memory card 55 min. NOTES • The camcorder uses a variable bit rate (VBR) to encode video so the actual recording times will be divided and saved as scenes smaller than 4 GB. •... pre-installed with about 75 MB of zoom: optical (37x), advanced (41x) and digital (2000x). Built-in memory/ 8 GB memory card 1 hr. 50 min. Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom The camcorder offers three types of music files. 33 The following table gives approximate recording times. ( 24) FUNC. [ ...
...; Recording mode XP Memory 1 GB memory card 10 min. 2 GB memory card 25 min. 4 GB memory card 55 min. NOTES • The camcorder uses a variable bit rate (VBR) to encode video so the actual recording times will be divided and saved as scenes smaller than 4 GB. •... pre-installed with about 75 MB of zoom: optical (37x), advanced (41x) and digital (2000x). Built-in memory/ 8 GB memory card 1 hr. 50 min. Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom The camcorder offers three types of music files. 33 The following table gives approximate recording times. ( 24) FUNC. [ ...
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... (wide-angle). Digital: This is set [ZOOM SPEED] ( 81) to one of the lens. Video available; With the digital zoom, the image is the fastest, 1 the slowest). Advanced: In addition to the optical zoom range, the camcorder processes the image digitally to the optical... magnification ratio of three constant speeds (3 is processed digitally so image quality will be available....
... (wide-angle). Digital: This is set [ZOOM SPEED] ( 81) to one of the lens. Video available; With the digital zoom, the image is the fastest, 1 the slowest). Advanced: In addition to the optical zoom range, the camcorder processes the image digitally to the optical... magnification ratio of three constant speeds (3 is processed digitally so image quality will be available....
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...off. When you apply an effect, the sound will be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you apply a fader, not only the picture but also the sound will turn off the digital effects or change the recording program. TO ACTIVATE AN EFFECT mode: Activate the selected... turn most on-screen displays on • Most displays off* 52 On-Screen Displays and Data Code With every scene or photo recorded, the camcorder keeps a data code that includes the date, time and information about the camera setup at the time of information icons. to deactivate the...
...off. When you apply an effect, the sound will be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you apply a fader, not only the picture but also the sound will turn off the digital effects or change the recording program. TO ACTIVATE AN EFFECT mode: Activate the selected... turn most on-screen displays on • Most displays off* 52 On-Screen Displays and Data Code With every scene or photo recorded, the camcorder keeps a data code that includes the date, time and information about the camera setup at the time of information icons. to deactivate the...
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... photos. You can be able to copy photos to display a photo. 65 Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the CP, DS and ES series and PIXMA printers marked with the PictBridge logo. ( 24) Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer 1 Turn on the memory card is displayed, move the zoom... exposure adjustment ( 48) • Manual focus adjustment ( 49) • White balance ( 50) • Image effects ( 51) • Digital effects ( 51) Printing Photos Printing Photos The camcorder can mark in detail, so we refer you want to print the photos ( 37). • If the photo index screen is set...
... photos. You can be able to copy photos to display a photo. 65 Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the CP, DS and ES series and PIXMA printers marked with the PictBridge logo. ( 24) Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer 1 Turn on the memory card is displayed, move the zoom... exposure adjustment ( 48) • Manual focus adjustment ( 49) • White balance ( 50) • Image effects ( 51) • Digital effects ( 51) Printing Photos Printing Photos The camcorder can mark in detail, so we refer you want to print the photos ( 37). • If the photo index screen is set...
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... Open the LCD panel. STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) Yellow White Red VIDEO AUDIO L R Connection Type: Digital data connection Connect to a computer to transfer and save your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer. USB Cable (supplied) 71 Sound from them, ... TV set (widescreen or 4:3). USB Terminal Access: Open the LCD panel. Connection Diagrams Connection Type: Analog Output only Connect to the camcorder. External Connections This chapter explains how to connect your recordings, to the optional DW-100 DVD Burner to create DVD discs from the...
... Open the LCD panel. STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) Yellow White Red VIDEO AUDIO L R Connection Type: Digital data connection Connect to a computer to transfer and save your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer. USB Cable (supplied) 71 Sound from them, ... TV set (widescreen or 4:3). USB Terminal Access: Open the LCD panel. Connection Diagrams Connection Type: Analog Output only Connect to the camcorder. External Connections This chapter explains how to connect your recordings, to the optional DW-100 DVD Burner to create DVD discs from the...