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...operating instructions should be hazardous. Read Instructions - Follow Instructions - If you are not likely to instructions in this manual as battery power, refer to be walked on the product and in wire to the product. Water and Moisture - Do not use ...source indicated on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. Polarization - Pay particular attention to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder Power Adapter should be operated only E ZR90/ZR85/ZR80 A and all its accessories. Placing or Moving - See figure 1. Power Sources - Retain Instructions - for the...
...operating instructions should be hazardous. Read Instructions - Follow Instructions - If you are not likely to instructions in this manual as battery power, refer to be walked on the product and in wire to the product. Water and Moisture - Do not use ...source indicated on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. Polarization - Pay particular attention to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder Power Adapter should be operated only E ZR90/ZR85/ZR80 A and all its accessories. Placing or Moving - See figure 1. Power Sources - Retain Instructions - for the...
ZR80 Instruction Manual
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... Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you have replaced the backup battery. Trademark Acknowledgements • Canon and Bubble Jet are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. •...VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Shaded area : ZR90/ZR85 only. 2. E Change the display language before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon ZR90/ZR85/ZR80. Button and switches to select [SYSTEM] and press the SET dial. 3. Using this Manual Thank you for future ...
... Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you have replaced the backup battery. Trademark Acknowledgements • Canon and Bubble Jet are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. •...VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Shaded area : ZR90/ZR85 only. 2. E Change the display language before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon ZR90/ZR85/ZR80. Button and switches to select [SYSTEM] and press the SET dial. 3. Using this Manual Thank you for future ...
ZR80 Instruction Manual
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...Supplied Accessories 8 Components Guide ...9 Basic Functions Preparations Preparing the Power Supply 13 Loading/Unloading a Cassette 16 Installing the Backup Battery 17 Preparing the Camcorder 18 Using the Wireless Controller 20 Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time 21 Recording Recording Movies on a Tape 24 Recording... Still Images on a Tape 29 Zooming ...30 Tips for Making Better Videos 32 Playback Playing Back a Tape ...33 Adjusting...
...Supplied Accessories 8 Components Guide ...9 Basic Functions Preparations Preparing the Power Supply 13 Loading/Unloading a Cassette 16 Installing the Backup Battery 17 Preparing the Camcorder 18 Using the Wireless Controller 20 Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time 21 Recording Recording Movies on a Tape 24 Recording... Still Images on a Tape 29 Zooming ...30 Tips for Making Better Videos 32 Playback Playing Back a Tape ...33 Adjusting...
ZR80 Instruction Manual
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... The CHARGE indicator starts flashing. Unplug the power CARD/CHARGE e q w cord from the camcorder. When charging is complete. 4. w e E q POWER CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) Charging the Battery Pack 1. It glows steadily when charging is complete, disconnect the power adapter from the power outlet... Press the BATT. Basic Functions Preparations Preparing the Power Supply Attaching the Battery Pack 1. Turn the POWER switch to remove the battery. Move the viewfinder upward. 3. Connect the power cord to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. Connect the power adapter to the adapter. 2.
... The CHARGE indicator starts flashing. Unplug the power CARD/CHARGE e q w cord from the camcorder. When charging is complete. 4. w e E q POWER CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) Charging the Battery Pack 1. It glows steadily when charging is complete, disconnect the power adapter from the power outlet... Press the BATT. Basic Functions Preparations Preparing the Power Supply Attaching the Battery Pack 1. Turn the POWER switch to remove the battery. Move the viewfinder upward. 3. Connect the power cord to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. Connect the power adapter to the adapter. 2.
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... ew ❍ Turn off . Time LCD 85 min. 155 min. 180 min. 320 min. 520 min. Max. Turn the POWER switch to the camcorder. ❍ The battery pack may cause picture interference. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 4. BP-508 BP-512/ BP-514 BP-522 BP-535 BP-511...Time 90 min. 170 min. 195 min. 345 min. 550 min. * Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter. ❍ If the adapter is not a malfunction. ❍ Do not disconnect and reconnect the power...
... ew ❍ Turn off . Time LCD 85 min. 155 min. 180 min. 320 min. 520 min. Max. Turn the POWER switch to the camcorder. ❍ The battery pack may cause picture interference. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 4. BP-508 BP-512/ BP-514 BP-522 BP-535 BP-511...Time 90 min. 170 min. 195 min. 345 min. 550 min. * Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter. ❍ If the adapter is not a malfunction. ❍ Do not disconnect and reconnect the power...
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Unlike conventional battery packs, you do not need to completely use or discharge E it before charging. • We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need. • To conserve battery charge, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in temperatures between 41 ºF and 104 ºF (5 ºC and 40 ºC). • A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Basic Functions Preparations • Charge the battery pack in record pause mode. 15
Unlike conventional battery packs, you do not need to completely use or discharge E it before charging. • We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need. • To conserve battery charge, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in temperatures between 41 ºF and 104 ºF (5 ºC and 40 ºC). • A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Basic Functions Preparations • Charge the battery pack in record pause mode. 15
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...of fire or explosion. ❍ Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other camcorder settings while the power source is swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately. Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time ( 21) and other metal tools as... this device may damage stomach and intestines. ❍ Do not disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water to avoid the risk of...
...of fire or explosion. ❍ Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other camcorder settings while the power source is swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately. Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time ( 21) and other metal tools as... this device may damage stomach and intestines. ❍ Do not disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water to avoid the risk of...
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.... ❍ The wireless controller may not work , check if camcorder and wireless controller are equipped with two AA (R6) batteries. 1. Inserting Batteries The wireless controller operates with 2 remote sensor modes ( 77). Insert the batteries following the + and - Open the battery cover. 2. Close the battery cover. ❍ Camcorder and wireless controller are set to strong light sources or...
.... ❍ The wireless controller may not work , check if camcorder and wireless controller are equipped with two AA (R6) batteries. 1. Inserting Batteries The wireless controller operates with 2 remote sensor modes ( 77). Insert the batteries following the + and - Open the battery cover. 2. Close the battery cover. ❍ Camcorder and wireless controller are set to strong light sources or...
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Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you have replaced the backup battery. Turn the SET dial to open the menu. Setting the Date and Time CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY ( 39) SYSTEM D/TIME SET•... page). Turn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select the setting option that represents your camcorder, or when you first start using your time zone and press the SET dial. Turn the SET dial to select the year, and press the...
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you have replaced the backup battery. Turn the SET dial to open the menu. Setting the Date and Time CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY ( 39) SYSTEM D/TIME SET•... page). Turn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select the setting option that represents your camcorder, or when you first start using your time zone and press the SET dial. Turn the SET dial to select the year, and press the...
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... not be indicated accurately depending on the type of the tape, the indication may not appear. • Depending on the condition under which battery pack and camcorder are too short. This is empty. • When you start recording. b END flashes when the tape reaches the end. • ...When the time left is not installed, or when it runs out. t Recording reminder The camcorder counts from 1 to avoid scenes that are used. r t q Time code Indicates the recording time in hours, minutes and seconds. • k starts ...
... not be indicated accurately depending on the type of the tape, the indication may not appear. • Depending on the condition under which battery pack and camcorder are too short. This is empty. • When you start recording. b END flashes when the tape reaches the end. • ...When the time left is not installed, or when it runs out. t Recording reminder The camcorder counts from 1 to avoid scenes that are used. r t q Time code Indicates the recording time in hours, minutes and seconds. • k starts ...
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...Canon wireless controllers being used nearby. REMOTE], set the camcorder to [OFF B] and close the menu. Press the ZOOM T button for over 2 seconds. "B" appears. On the camcorder, open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. PAUSE SLOW 2 AV INSERT AV DV REMOTESET REC PAUSE WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D82 START ZOOM /STOP PHOTO W T SELF T. Change the batteries... if the wireless controller still does not work. 77 Display the camcorder's mode by pressing any button on the wireless...
...Canon wireless controllers being used nearby. REMOTE], set the camcorder to [OFF B] and close the menu. Press the ZOOM T button for over 2 seconds. "B" appears. On the camcorder, open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. PAUSE SLOW 2 AV INSERT AV DV REMOTESET REC PAUSE WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D82 START ZOOM /STOP PHOTO W T SELF T. Change the batteries... if the wireless controller still does not work. 77 Display the camcorder's mode by pressing any button on the wireless...
ZR80 Instruction Manual
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... 4-channel sound. This message 21 DATE AND TIME appears each time you set the time zone, date and time. REMOVE THE CASSETTE Camcorder stopped operating to dub a copyright protected tape. May also 83 PROTECTED DUBBING appear when an anomalous signal is exhausted. Rewind the tape ... THE DV INPUT DV cable is not connected, or the connected digital device is protected. CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK Battery pack is received during analog RESTRICTED line-in the camcorder. 136 BEEN DETECTED TAPE END Tape reached the end. CHECK THE CASSETTE You attempted to perform audio dubbing...
... 4-channel sound. This message 21 DATE AND TIME appears each time you set the time zone, date and time. REMOVE THE CASSETTE Camcorder stopped operating to dub a copyright protected tape. May also 83 PROTECTED DUBBING appear when an anomalous signal is exhausted. Rewind the tape ... THE DV INPUT DV cable is not connected, or the connected digital device is protected. CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK Battery pack is received during analog RESTRICTED line-in the camcorder. 136 BEEN DETECTED TAPE END Tape reached the end. CHECK THE CASSETTE You attempted to perform audio dubbing...
ZR80 Instruction Manual
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...a soft cloth. ❍ Since storing a charged battery pack for a long time (about 1 year) can shorten its lifecycle or affect performance, we recommend to discharge the battery pack fully and to differentiate between the battery pack and the camcorder. Warm it might explode). • Do not... expose the battery pack to 30 ˚C). For example, with care. E • Keep it...
...a soft cloth. ❍ Since storing a charged battery pack for a long time (about 1 year) can shorten its lifecycle or affect performance, we recommend to discharge the battery pack fully and to differentiate between the battery pack and the camcorder. Warm it might explode). • Do not... expose the battery pack to 30 ˚C). For example, with care. E • Keep it...
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... recordings on plug adapters for information on TVs with power supply between hot and cold temperatures may damage the memory card or the camcorder. ❍ Do not remove the label from the memory card, or affix other labels on its external and internal surfaces. E...Forcing a memory card backwards into the slot may cause condensation to dust or dirt. Consult the Canon Service Center for overseas use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in the following countries/areas: American Samoa, Antigua, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia...
... recordings on plug adapters for information on TVs with power supply between hot and cold temperatures may damage the memory card or the camcorder. ❍ Do not remove the label from the memory card, or affix other labels on its external and internal surfaces. E...Forcing a memory card backwards into the slot may cause condensation to dust or dirt. Consult the Canon Service Center for overseas use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in the following countries/areas: American Samoa, Antigua, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia...
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... compartment cover Open the cassette 16 is not turned on the camcorder. 25 been activated. Camcorder is not fully open . Cassette is exhausted. battery pack. Cassette compartment Battery pack is not loaded. Cassette compartment Battery pack is detected. The camcorder Consult a Canon Service - Center. The wireless controller Camcorder and wireless Change the remote sensor 77 will not work...
... compartment cover Open the cassette 16 is not turned on the camcorder. 25 been activated. Camcorder is not fully open . Cassette is exhausted. battery pack. Cassette compartment Battery pack is not loaded. Cassette compartment Battery pack is detected. The camcorder Consult a Canon Service - Center. The wireless controller Camcorder and wireless Change the remote sensor 77 will not work...
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...exhausted. the cassette. Clean the lens. 134 A vertical light bar Bright light in a lower sound (such as fireworks, volume than the CAMERA mode. battery is blurred. Pressing the start/stop button will not start recording. that subject. This is not adjusted. Cassette is protected (v flashes on the power.... time Set the time zone, date and 21 and time" appears on the screen. appears on are not set to a mode Set the camcorder to 24 other than the actual drums or concerts), sound volume. Replace the tape or change 138 the position of the protect switch. may ...
...exhausted. the cassette. Clean the lens. 134 A vertical light bar Bright light in a lower sound (such as fireworks, volume than the CAMERA mode. battery is blurred. Pressing the start/stop button will not start recording. that subject. This is not adjusted. Cassette is protected (v flashes on the power.... time Set the time zone, date and 21 and time" appears on the screen. appears on are not set to a mode Set the camcorder to 24 other than the actual drums or concerts), sound volume. Replace the tape or change 138 the position of the protect switch. may ...
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... as fire, etc., caused by calling: 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. It plugs directly into your Canon camcorder by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). BP-514 (Optional) 90 min. Use of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you need extra battery packs, select from the following: BP-511, BP-512...
... as fire, etc., caused by calling: 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. It plugs directly into your Canon camcorder by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). BP-514 (Optional) 90 min. Use of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you need extra battery packs, select from the following: BP-511, BP-512...
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... are charged with the CA-920 Compact Power Adapter or CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder. FS-30.5U Filter Set Neutral density and MC protector filters help you to the camcorder's accessory shoe and is 13.1 ft. (4 m); 1.6 in the picture when you record with video light (ZR90: or ...shadow may appear in . (4 cm) at maximum wide angle. • When the Tele-converter is 9.8 ft (3 m); 1.2 in. (3 cm) at maximum wide angle. VL-10Li Battery Video Light This compact yet powerful video light can be used for active shooting. TL-30.5/TL-H30.5 Tele-converter This Tele-converter lens increases...
... are charged with the CA-920 Compact Power Adapter or CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder. FS-30.5U Filter Set Neutral density and MC protector filters help you to the camcorder's accessory shoe and is 13.1 ft. (4 m); 1.6 in the picture when you record with video light (ZR90: or ...shadow may appear in . (4 cm) at maximum wide angle. • When the Tele-converter is 9.8 ft (3 m); 1.2 in. (3 cm) at maximum wide angle. VL-10Li Battery Video Light This compact yet powerful video light can be used for active shooting. TL-30.5/TL-H30.5 Tele-converter This Tele-converter lens increases...
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... compartments and plenty of space for accessories. SC-A50 Soft Carrying Case This lightweight bag keeps the camcorder within easy reach without weighing you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. When you down or getting in the way. SORY...Shoulder Strap WL-D82 Wireless Controller IFC-300PCU USB Cable WA-30.5 Wide Attachment Optional Accessories BP-511 Battery Pack BP-512 Battery Pack BP-514 Battery Pack BP-522 Battery Pack BP-535 Battery Pack S-150 S-Video Cable TL-30.5 Tele-converter TL-H30.5 Tele-converter WD-30.5 Wide-converter...
... compartments and plenty of space for accessories. SC-A50 Soft Carrying Case This lightweight bag keeps the camcorder within easy reach without weighing you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. When you down or getting in the way. SORY...Shoulder Strap WL-D82 Wireless Controller IFC-300PCU USB Cable WA-30.5 Wide Attachment Optional Accessories BP-511 Battery Pack BP-512 Battery Pack BP-514 Battery Pack BP-522 Battery Pack BP-535 Battery Pack S-150 S-Video Cable TL-30.5 Tele-converter TL-H30.5 Tele-converter WD-30.5 Wide-converter...
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... (W × H × D) 2.1 × 3.7 × 5.5 in. (53× 95 × 139 mm) excluding protrusions Weight (camcorder body only) 1.1 lb. (485 g) CA-570 Compact Power Adapter Power supply Power consumption Rated output Operating temperature Dimensions Weight 100 - 240 V AC,... 40 ˚C) 2.1 × 3.5 × 1.1 in. (52 × 90 × 29 mm) 4.8 oz. (135 g) BP-508 Battery Pack Battery type Rated voltage Operating temperature Battery capacity Dimensions Weight Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery 7.4 V DC 32 - 104 ˚F (0 - 40 ˚C) 800 mAh 1.5 × 0.83 × 2.2 in. (38 ×...
... (W × H × D) 2.1 × 3.7 × 5.5 in. (53× 95 × 139 mm) excluding protrusions Weight (camcorder body only) 1.1 lb. (485 g) CA-570 Compact Power Adapter Power supply Power consumption Rated output Operating temperature Dimensions Weight 100 - 240 V AC,... 40 ˚C) 2.1 × 3.5 × 1.1 in. (52 × 90 × 29 mm) 4.8 oz. (135 g) BP-508 Battery Pack Battery type Rated voltage Operating temperature Battery capacity Dimensions Weight Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery 7.4 V DC 32 - 104 ˚F (0 - 40 ˚C) 800 mAh 1.5 × 0.83 × 2.2 in. (38 ×...