ZR Instruction Manual
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...to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in a residential installation. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Use of shielded cable... Rules. This equipment generates, uses and can be contrary to the equipment unless otherwise specified in a particular installation. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR This device complies with the instructions, may infringe on the rights of the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause...
...to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in a residential installation. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Use of shielded cable... Rules. This equipment generates, uses and can be contrary to the equipment unless otherwise specified in a particular installation. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR This device complies with the instructions, may infringe on the rights of the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... Adapter should be routed so that they may cause picture interference, or permanently damage the camera. 8. Do not use the camera close to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR and all its accessories. Introduction 3. Accessories - Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the outlet, try reversing...
... Adapter should be routed so that they may cause picture interference, or permanently damage the camera. 8. Do not use the camera close to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR and all its accessories. Introduction 3. Accessories - Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the outlet, try reversing...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... on Using the Batteries 61 Setting the Audio Mix 63 Maintenance 64 Troubleshooting 68 The ZR System Diagram 72 Optional Accessories 73 Finding Your Way Around the ZR ....... 75 Screen Displays 78 Specifications 82 Index 83 The serial number of this book ... Instructions 3 Audio Recording 44 Thank you for Choosing a Canon ......... 6 Setting the Self-Timer 46 Introducing the ZR 7 Mastering the Basics ~ When Making Manual Adjustments ...~ Adjusting Exposure Manually 47 Adjusting Focus Manually 49 Powering Your Camcorder 8 Setting the White Balance 50 Loading a Cassette 11...
... on Using the Batteries 61 Setting the Audio Mix 63 Maintenance 64 Troubleshooting 68 The ZR System Diagram 72 Optional Accessories 73 Finding Your Way Around the ZR ....... 75 Screen Displays 78 Specifications 82 Index 83 The serial number of this book ... Instructions 3 Audio Recording 44 Thank you for Choosing a Canon ......... 6 Setting the Self-Timer 46 Introducing the ZR 7 Mastering the Basics ~ When Making Manual Adjustments ...~ Adjusting Exposure Manually 47 Adjusting Focus Manually 49 Powering Your Camcorder 8 Setting the White Balance 50 Loading a Cassette 11...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... are many sophisticated features which will add to use - Press the EJECT button. Thank you for choosing a Canon First, we suggest that you read this Canon camcorder. you will soon be making high-quality videos which will give you WL-D67 Wireless Controller Two AA batteries ...pleasure for Your camcorder is supplied with the E purchasing this manual thoroughly - To get started To get the most ...
... are many sophisticated features which will add to use - Press the EJECT button. Thank you for choosing a Canon First, we suggest that you read this Canon camcorder. you will soon be making high-quality videos which will give you WL-D67 Wireless Controller Two AA batteries ...pleasure for Your camcorder is supplied with the E purchasing this manual thoroughly - To get started To get the most ...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... and it to give you to add special effects and scene transitions to shoot colorful, well composed video. Lithium ion power supply The ZR features the latest in portable power technology. 7 It is also great for the playback of the zoom range. Image Stabilizer Stabilizes your ...recordings. Introducing the ZR Digital Video 11× lens and 44× digital ZR is a next generation zoom E digital video camcorder that the correct time is shown. From wide-angle to reset the clock when you ...
... and it to give you to add special effects and scene transitions to shoot colorful, well composed video. Lithium ion power supply The ZR features the latest in portable power technology. 7 It is also great for the playback of the zoom range. Image Stabilizer Stabilizes your ...recordings. Introducing the ZR Digital Video 11× lens and 44× digital ZR is a next generation zoom E digital video camcorder that the correct time is shown. From wide-angle to reset the clock when you ...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... adapter. 4. Insert the DC coupler into the camera, in the direction of the arrow until it may cause the TV to emit noise - B A Powering Your Camcorder Before operating your camera, you press the battery release knob. • Slide across the battery cover release switch (and replace the small rubber stopper). •...
... adapter. 4. Insert the DC coupler into the camera, in the direction of the arrow until it may cause the TV to emit noise - B A Powering Your Camcorder Before operating your camera, you press the battery release knob. • Slide across the battery cover release switch (and replace the small rubber stopper). •...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... and attaching battery packs E 1 Mastering the Basics 2 3 4 Your battery pack was partially charged before it to power the camera for you to check that your camcorder can hold two battery packs and is more than a few minutes. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you press the battery release...
... and attaching battery packs E 1 Mastering the Basics 2 3 4 Your battery pack was partially charged before it to power the camera for you to check that your camcorder can hold two battery packs and is more than a few minutes. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you press the battery release...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... you first attach to the adapter, or, if the adapter was already plugged into an AC outlet, from the side labeled "A". • When powering your camcorder from an AC outlet, you do not need to remove attached battery packs, but charging will not take place until you remove the DC coupler...
... you first attach to the adapter, or, if the adapter was already plugged into an AC outlet, from the side labeled "A". • When powering your camcorder from an AC outlet, you do not need to remove attached battery packs, but charging will not take place until you remove the DC coupler...
ZR Instruction Manual
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...them to record on the cassette again, slide the tab back so the hole is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE OFF). If you load this camcorder. 12 dropping them or exposing them with cellophane tape. • Handle cassettes with use, affecting information transfer. If you want to the ... touch the tape itself. • Do not use the cassette memory function with a cotton wool bud. Cassette Memory You are unable to the camcorder - Protecting tapes from accidental erasure E REC SAVE REC SAVE Mastering the Basics To protect your recording from the tape case to use cassettes where ...
...them to record on the cassette again, slide the tab back so the hole is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE OFF). If you load this camcorder. 12 dropping them or exposing them with cellophane tape. • Handle cassettes with use, affecting information transfer. If you want to the ... touch the tape itself. • Do not use the cassette memory function with a cotton wool bud. Cassette Memory You are unable to the camcorder - Protecting tapes from accidental erasure E REC SAVE REC SAVE Mastering the Basics To protect your recording from the tape case to use cassettes where ...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... affect recording, mosaic-like noise may appear in the image and the sound may be written correctly. • A tape recorded in LP mode on this camcorder, and vice versa. Changing the recording mode (SP/LP) E You can record and play ) modes.
... affect recording, mosaic-like noise may appear in the image and the sound may be written correctly. • A tape recorded in LP mode on this camcorder, and vice versa. Changing the recording mode (SP/LP) E You can record and play ) modes.
ZR Instruction Manual
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... damage the unit or the LCD screen when attached to the camera. In this case, attach the finder unit. To remove, slide and hold the camcorder by attaching the FU-100 Finder Unit. 1. Notes: • Since the Finder Unit magnifies light, be able to adjust the brightness/backlight of yourself, or...
... damage the unit or the LCD screen when attached to the camera. In this case, attach the finder unit. To remove, slide and hold the camcorder by attaching the FU-100 Finder Unit. 1. Notes: • Since the Finder Unit magnifies light, be able to adjust the brightness/backlight of yourself, or...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... vertically so that it at the menu before turning the screen upright. This is unaffected. About the LCD Screen E The LCD screen built into this camcorder is exhausted Self-Timer countdown Photo mode AF/AE mark No Cassette is loaded Exposure Adjustment Manual focus AF OFF 18 REC REC PAUSE EJECT...
... vertically so that it at the menu before turning the screen upright. This is unaffected. About the LCD Screen E The LCD screen built into this camcorder is exhausted Self-Timer countdown Photo mode AF/AE mark No Cassette is loaded Exposure Adjustment Manual focus AF OFF 18 REC REC PAUSE EJECT...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... in speaker so you use headphones (p.44). 20 Since you play back the recording at about five minutes' playback pause. Built-in speaker Speaker The camcorder has a built-in the display temporarily to camera mode and when you can review the sound track alongside the picture during normal rewind. Adjust the...
... in speaker so you use headphones (p.44). 20 Since you play back the recording at about five minutes' playback pause. Built-in speaker Speaker The camcorder has a built-in the display temporarily to camera mode and when you can review the sound track alongside the picture during normal rewind. Adjust the...
ZR Instruction Manual
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Notes: • The image stabilizer is designed to deal with a normal degree of Features 30 However, the ZR's image stabilizer allows you slide the POWER switch away from the IMAGE S. i •OFF • The i mark appears in the display when the stabilizer is ...on. • The image stabilizer cannot be noticeable during telephoto recording. Turning the Image Stabilizer On/Off E MENU With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be turned off when the POWER switch is set to the [ (Easy Recording) position. option at 11× or...
Notes: • The image stabilizer is designed to deal with a normal degree of Features 30 However, the ZR's image stabilizer allows you slide the POWER switch away from the IMAGE S. i •OFF • The i mark appears in the display when the stabilizer is ...on. • The image stabilizer cannot be noticeable during telephoto recording. Turning the Image Stabilizer On/Off E MENU With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be turned off when the POWER switch is set to the [ (Easy Recording) position. option at 11× or...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... switch to PHOTO and the LENS COVER switch to the tape for a few seconds). • Only take "photos" where it is displayed continuously as the camcorder adjusts the focus and exposure and it is unsuitable for 6 seconds. Also, you cannot use the FADE-T, WIDE or SCROLL digital effects while the camera...
... switch to PHOTO and the LENS COVER switch to the tape for a few seconds). • Only take "photos" where it is displayed continuously as the camcorder adjusts the focus and exposure and it is unsuitable for 6 seconds. Also, you cannot use the FADE-T, WIDE or SCROLL digital effects while the camera...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... the 12 bit mode records on stereo 2, see p. 28) AUDIO MODE••16bit ZR can connect an external microphone to the camera via the DU-100 Docking Unit's MIC terminal. To switch to the camera's terminal (this camcorder. • For details of Features 44 Notes: • You cannot add new sound...
... the 12 bit mode records on stereo 2, see p. 28) AUDIO MODE••16bit ZR can connect an external microphone to the camera via the DU-100 Docking Unit's MIC terminal. To switch to the camera's terminal (this camcorder. • For details of Features 44 Notes: • You cannot add new sound...
ZR Instruction Manual
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...prevents the data code from the VCR menu. 2. During playback, the date code can be displayed or hidden while the camera is played back on ZR is in, play, slow or still mode. Press the wireless controller's DATA CODE button. • Press it exposes the hole (the switch position...correctly. • Contents of data code display may not be displayed during high speed playback modes. • If a recording made on a different DV camcorder, the data code may change according to hide it. When playback is automatically recorded on the cassette so that you slide the tab on a special...
...prevents the data code from the VCR menu. 2. During playback, the date code can be displayed or hidden while the camera is played back on ZR is in, play, slow or still mode. Press the wireless controller's DATA CODE button. • Press it exposes the hole (the switch position...correctly. • Contents of data code display may not be displayed during high speed playback modes. • If a recording made on a different DV camcorder, the data code may change according to hide it. When playback is automatically recorded on the cassette so that you slide the tab on a special...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... 1 to create your TV and VCR instruction manuals for Playback on a TV screen" on p. 22. 2. Connect the camera to a VCR Playback the tape on the camcorder. Editing to the VCR. • See "Connections for details. 3.
... 1 to create your TV and VCR instruction manuals for Playback on a TV screen" on p. 22. 2. Connect the camera to a VCR Playback the tape on the camcorder. Editing to the VCR. • See "Connections for details. 3.
ZR Instruction Manual
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...video equipment fitted with this terminal lets you connect the cable to the ZR before connecting the other end of Features Use a Canon CV-150F DV cable to start/pause recording. If the cables are recording to the ZR, slide the POWER switch to VCR and press the wireless controller's ...Then press the a (pause) button to connect two digital devices together. The DV terminal is being recorded to . • When operating either camcorder with virtually no generation loss in both directions. When you are recorded as anomalous images on the tape, however, is being recorded to (for ...
...video equipment fitted with this terminal lets you connect the cable to the ZR before connecting the other end of Features Use a Canon CV-150F DV cable to start/pause recording. If the cables are recording to the ZR, slide the POWER switch to VCR and press the wireless controller's ...Then press the a (pause) button to connect two digital devices together. The DV terminal is being recorded to . • When operating either camcorder with virtually no generation loss in both directions. When you are recorded as anomalous images on the tape, however, is being recorded to (for ...
ZR Instruction Manual
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...-608 is convenient. How much power is not constant - The indicator in the display shows you subject the battery pack and camcorder to different conditions. • When using the camcorder in cold areas such as the battery pack will get more recording time if you much charge the battery pack has left...
...-608 is convenient. How much power is not constant - The indicator in the display shows you subject the battery pack and camcorder to different conditions. • When using the camcorder in cold areas such as the battery pack will get more recording time if you much charge the battery pack has left...