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... on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. This is a maintenance instructions should be sure the antenna is grounded so as battery power, refer to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR40 A and all its accessories. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the product, be read before cleaning. Retain Instructions...
... on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. This is a maintenance instructions should be sure the antenna is grounded so as battery power, refer to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR40 A and all its accessories. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the product, be read before cleaning. Retain Instructions...
ZR40 Instruction Manual
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... for Choosing a Canon 7 Adjusting Focus Manually 68 Introducing the ZR40 8 Setting the White Balance 69 Mastering the Basics Finding Your Way Around the ZR40 ........9 ~ Preparations ... ~ Powering Your Camcorder 12 Loading a Cassette 17 ~ For Playback ...~ Displaying Date, Time and Camcorder Data (Data Code... 89 Connecting to a PC Using a DV Cable....91 Additional Information Preparing the Camcorder 92 Notes on Using the Batteries 94 Maintenance 97 Troubleshooting 101 The ZR40 System Diagram 104 Optional Accessories 105 Screen Displays 108 Specifications 114 Index 115 Menu ...
... for Choosing a Canon 7 Adjusting Focus Manually 68 Introducing the ZR40 8 Setting the White Balance 69 Mastering the Basics Finding Your Way Around the ZR40 ........9 ~ Preparations ... ~ Powering Your Camcorder 12 Loading a Cassette 17 ~ For Playback ...~ Displaying Date, Time and Camcorder Data (Data Code... 89 Connecting to a PC Using a DV Cable....91 Additional Information Preparing the Camcorder 92 Notes on Using the Batteries 94 Maintenance 97 Troubleshooting 101 The ZR40 System Diagram 104 Optional Accessories 105 Screen Displays 108 Specifications 114 Index 115 Menu ...
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... from an AC outlet. Connect the power adapter to the power adapter. 4. Disconnect the power adapter from the camcorder after use the power adapter to: E Provide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Notes: • The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100-240 V AC, 50.../60 Hz) to the DC current used next to a TV, it from the TV or the antenna cable. Connect the power cable to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. 3. ...
... from an AC outlet. Connect the power adapter to the power adapter. 4. Disconnect the power adapter from the camcorder after use the power adapter to: E Provide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Notes: • The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100-240 V AC, 50.../60 Hz) to the DC current used next to a TV, it from the TV or the antenna cable. Connect the power cable to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. 3. ...
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...for more than 50% charged. Single flashes mean that it to power the camcorder for you to check that your camcorder is working properly. The CHARGE indicator may be defective. • The battery pack will also charge when the POWER switch is complete, disconnect the power ...the triangle on the battery pack pointing downwards, align the edge of the battery pack with the line on the camcorder, press lightly and slide the battery down until it from the camcorder. Always turn the camcorder off before it into place. 3. Attach the battery to show that the battery pack is fully ...
...for more than 50% charged. Single flashes mean that it to power the camcorder for you to check that your camcorder is working properly. The CHARGE indicator may be defective. • The battery pack will also charge when the POWER switch is complete, disconnect the power ...the triangle on the battery pack pointing downwards, align the edge of the battery pack with the line on the camcorder, press lightly and slide the battery down until it from the camcorder. Always turn the camcorder off before it into place. 3. Attach the battery to show that the battery pack is fully ...
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...1 1/8 × 4 1/8 in the "Notes on Using the Batteries" ( 94). These notes include charging and recording times and how to the camcorder's DC terminal. The Adapter can find detailed notes for further information. 14 Remove the battery pack after use. RELEASE button while you will need a special plug... adapter. 6. Subject to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please ...
...1 1/8 × 4 1/8 in the "Notes on Using the Batteries" ( 94). These notes include charging and recording times and how to the camcorder's DC terminal. The Adapter can find detailed notes for further information. 14 Remove the battery pack after use. RELEASE button while you will need a special plug... adapter. 6. Subject to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please ...
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... min. Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit (optional) E The Compact Power Adapter CA-560 included with the camcorder can be used along with power from your car battery. 1 or 2 battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable→ car's cigarette lighter CHARGE To car's cigarette lighter • Fast charging for the high-capacity BP...
... min. Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit (optional) E The Compact Power Adapter CA-560 included with the camcorder can be used along with power from your car battery. 1 or 2 battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable→ car's cigarette lighter CHARGE To car's cigarette lighter • Fast charging for the high-capacity BP...
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... to its instruction manual. 16 Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs from your car battery. 2. E Camcorder + DC Cable + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable → car's cigarette lighter To car's cigarette lighter Mastering the Basics 3. Operate the camcorder with power from a household AC outlet. 1 or 2 battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Compact Power Adapter CHARGE • Fast charging...
... to its instruction manual. 16 Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs from your car battery. 2. E Camcorder + DC Cable + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable → car's cigarette lighter To car's cigarette lighter Mastering the Basics 3. Operate the camcorder with power from a household AC outlet. 1 or 2 battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Compact Power Adapter CHARGE • Fast charging...
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... lights up. • The confirmation beep sounds. • The camcorder will turn itself off if you haven't set the date and time display, SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME appears in order to install the backup battery ( 96) in the display. PAUSE appears in the display. •...; If you leave it to a comfortable angle. To return to record pause mode, turn the POWER switch to CAMERA. • The camcorder automatically sets to CAMERA. 19 Basic Recording 3 P...
... lights up. • The confirmation beep sounds. • The camcorder will turn itself off if you haven't set the date and time display, SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME appears in order to install the backup battery ( 96) in the display. PAUSE appears in the display. •...; If you leave it to a comfortable angle. To return to record pause mode, turn the POWER switch to CAMERA. • The camcorder automatically sets to CAMERA. 19 Basic Recording 3 P...
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...search ( 74) • Zero set memory ( 75) • Audio mix ( 89) • Dubbing from a distance E of the batteries. There are some functions that cannot be less. • The camcorder may have difficulty picking up to 16 feet (5 m). Be careful not to direct sunlight, or in hot or humid places.... • When the batteries run out, replace them both together. • If the wireless controller doesn't work, see ...
...search ( 74) • Zero set memory ( 75) • Audio mix ( 89) • Dubbing from a distance E of the batteries. There are some functions that cannot be less. • The camcorder may have difficulty picking up to 16 feet (5 m). Be careful not to direct sunlight, or in hot or humid places.... • When the batteries run out, replace them both together. • If the wireless controller doesn't work, see ...
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...'t work, change the batteries. Set the wireless controller's mode accordingly by pushing any button other than the REMOTE SET button on . • When you replace the batteries, the wireless controller returns to also appears for about 4 seconds. Notes: • The mode the camcorder is set to the... same E mode. Check the mode the camcorder is set to mode 1. If your wireless controller isn't working...
...'t work, change the batteries. Set the wireless controller's mode accordingly by pushing any button other than the REMOTE SET button on . • When you replace the batteries, the wireless controller returns to also appears for about 4 seconds. Notes: • The mode the camcorder is set to the... same E mode. Check the mode the camcorder is set to mode 1. If your wireless controller isn't working...
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... menu and select SYSTEM. 2. Select the option that represents your time zone. • If you first start setting the date and time, select your camcorder. Install the backup battery before you begin ( 96). • Before you are now in daylight saving time, select the time zone with the selector dial. If you...
... menu and select SYSTEM. 2. Select the option that represents your time zone. • If you first start setting the date and time, select your camcorder. Install the backup battery before you begin ( 96). • Before you are now in daylight saving time, select the time zone with the selector dial. If you...
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... and recording times E • These times vary - For better operating results, the battery pack can be warmed in record pause mode. Note: • These figures show how long you turn the camcorder off between 32° and 104°F (0° to 40°C), but it in your pocket or someplace and ...then used. • If the battery pack starts to give you much less operating time than usual at low...
... and recording times E • These times vary - For better operating results, the battery pack can be warmed in record pause mode. Note: • These figures show how long you turn the camcorder off between 32° and 104°F (0° to 40°C), but it in your pocket or someplace and ...then used. • If the battery pack starts to give you much less operating time than usual at low...
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...used . How much charge the battery pack has left ? Storing the battery pack • If you subject the battery pack and camcorder to different conditions. 75% 50% 25% CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK 0% When to use a battery pack's complete charge before . Unlike a conventional battery pack, it does not have...shown when you do not use a battery pack for further details. 95 Additional Information Keep the terminals clean. • The camcorder adapter or battery pack will be fully discharged first. However, as this can recharge a lithium ion battery pack whenever it , or the day ...
...used . How much charge the battery pack has left ? Storing the battery pack • If you subject the battery pack and camcorder to different conditions. 75% 50% 25% CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK 0% When to use a battery pack's complete charge before . Unlike a conventional battery pack, it does not have...shown when you do not use a battery pack for further details. 95 Additional Information Keep the terminals clean. • The camcorder adapter or battery pack will be fully discharged first. However, as this can recharge a lithium ion battery pack whenever it , or the day ...
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... damage the stomach and intestines. • Do not disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in this will remember your chosen settings when you change the battery. if it wet. This backup battery allows the camcorder to avoid the risk of about a year. Cautions: • Do not pick up then ... Additional Information Do not leave it will cause a short circuit. • Wipe the battery with care. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not expose the battery pack to the camcorder first, so it near a heater, or inside a car in the display. Click ...
... damage the stomach and intestines. • Do not disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in this will remember your chosen settings when you change the battery. if it wet. This backup battery allows the camcorder to avoid the risk of about a year. Cautions: • Do not pick up then ... Additional Information Do not leave it will cause a short circuit. • Wipe the battery with care. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not expose the battery pack to the camcorder first, so it near a heater, or inside a car in the display. Click ...
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... of the screen. After storage, check each part and function of dust and moisture, and where the temperature is not a fault, and as battery packs and cassettes. Note: • These cautions also apply to accessories such as the screen warms up the display will return to normal. Never... and lens • Use a soft, dry cloth to make sure everything is free of your camcorder to clean the camcorder body or lens. Wipe clean with the camcorder. • The viewfinder screen scratches easily. Take care when cleaning. Storage E If you do not intend to use chemically treated cloth or...
... of the screen. After storage, check each part and function of dust and moisture, and where the temperature is not a fault, and as battery packs and cassettes. Note: • These cautions also apply to accessories such as the screen warms up the display will return to normal. Never... and lens • Use a soft, dry cloth to make sure everything is free of your camcorder to clean the camcorder body or lens. Wipe clean with the camcorder. • The viewfinder screen scratches easily. Take care when cleaning. Storage E If you do not intend to use chemically treated cloth or...
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... 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Video heads • When mosaic-like noise appears on the LCD screen, your camcorder can only be dirty. Contact your camcorder and charge battery packs in the following countries: American Samoa, Bahama, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Columbia, Costa Rica, Cuba...screen or a warning. • For the best picture possible, after using Canon's DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette. If the "noise" remains, repeat the cleaning (up to operate your Canon dealer for information about plug adapters for approximately 20 hours, clean the video ...
... 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Video heads • When mosaic-like noise appears on the LCD screen, your camcorder can only be dirty. Contact your camcorder and charge battery packs in the following countries: American Samoa, Bahama, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Columbia, Costa Rica, Cuba...screen or a warning. • For the best picture possible, after using Canon's DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette. If the "noise" remains, repeat the cleaning (up to operate your Canon dealer for information about plug adapters for approximately 20 hours, clean the video ...
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... 95). • The function cannot be used in the display. • The camcorder is not set to the appropriate mode ( 19, 29). • You are attempting to do about 5 minutes ( 19, 111). • The battery pack is exhausted ( 13-16, 95). ? Recording/Playback Problem ? Additional Information ...compartment stopped mid-operation while loading/unloading a cassette. ? There's no picture in parentheses for more than about it • The camcorder is not set to a new battery pack ( 13-16). • The cassette is not loaded or is set for each problem on the list - The start/...
... 95). • The function cannot be used in the display. • The camcorder is not set to the appropriate mode ( 19, 29). • You are attempting to do about 5 minutes ( 19, 111). • The battery pack is exhausted ( 13-16, 95). ? Recording/Playback Problem ? Additional Information ...compartment stopped mid-operation while loading/unloading a cassette. ? There's no picture in parentheses for more than about it • The camcorder is not set to a new battery pack ( 13-16). • The cassette is not loaded or is set for each problem on the list - The start/...
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...; The video heads need cleaning ( 99). • The TV/VIDEO selector on the TV isn't set to AV in the menu ( 82). ? The camcorder becomes warm during playback. ? The wireless controller doesn't work. ? If random letters appear in the menu ( 44). • The remote sensor modes of... the wireless controller and the camcorder itself are different ( 44). • The batteries are being used. Miscellaneous Problem ? There's no picture on the TV screen, even though the tape is flashing. ? There's no...
...; The video heads need cleaning ( 99). • The TV/VIDEO selector on the TV isn't set to AV in the menu ( 82). ? The camcorder becomes warm during playback. ? The wireless controller doesn't work. ? If random letters appear in the menu ( 44). • The remote sensor modes of... the wireless controller and the camcorder itself are different ( 44). • The batteries are being used. Miscellaneous Problem ? There's no picture on the TV screen, even though the tape is flashing. ? There's no...
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... or panoramic views. Additional Information FS-30.5U Filter Set Neutral density and MC protector filters to power your Canon camcorder by calling: E 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. Information Center. BP-500 Series Battery Packs The battery pack BP-508 is attached. TL-30.5 Tele-converter This tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the...
... or panoramic views. Additional Information FS-30.5U Filter Set Neutral density and MC protector filters to power your Canon camcorder by calling: E 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. Information Center. BP-500 Series Battery Packs The battery pack BP-508 is attached. TL-30.5 Tele-converter This tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the...
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... itself. WS-20 Wrist Strap Provides an extra measure of a Canon camcorder, it is mounted on a tripod, without weighing you down or getting in the way. BP-945 170 min. • Charge the BP-900 Series battery packs with padded compartments and plenty of recording and the zoom and focusing functions while the...
... itself. WS-20 Wrist Strap Provides an extra measure of a Canon camcorder, it is mounted on a tripod, without weighing you down or getting in the way. BP-945 170 min. • Charge the BP-900 Series battery packs with padded compartments and plenty of recording and the zoom and focusing functions while the...