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... in a particular installation. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Use of shielded cable is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for class B digital...radio communications. However, there is intended to alert the user to copyright laws. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Introduction WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC...product's enclosure, that interference will not occur in a residential installation. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR This device complies with the instructions, may infringe on , the user is encouraged to try...
... in a particular installation. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Use of shielded cable is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for class B digital...radio communications. However, there is intended to alert the user to copyright laws. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Introduction WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC...product's enclosure, that interference will not occur in a residential installation. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR This device complies with the instructions, may infringe on , the user is encouraged to try...
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... cleaned only as battery power, refer to grounding electrodes, and requirements for future reference. Regarding other sources of antenna discharge unit, connection to instructions in this product from the type of power supply to be retained for the grounding electrode. All operating and maintenance instructions... only one blade wider than the other). See figure 1. 3 Power Cord Protection - The CA-600A "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR and all its accessories. A product and cart combination should be hazardous. 7. Follow Instructions -
... cleaned only as battery power, refer to grounding electrodes, and requirements for future reference. Regarding other sources of antenna discharge unit, connection to instructions in this product from the type of power supply to be retained for the grounding electrode. All operating and maintenance instructions... only one blade wider than the other). See figure 1. 3 Power Cord Protection - The CA-600A "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR and all its accessories. A product and cart combination should be hazardous. 7. Follow Instructions -
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...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 Basic Recording 13 Zooming 16 Using the LCD Screen 17 Playing back a Cassette 19 Connections...
...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 Basic Recording 13 Zooming 16 Using the LCD Screen 17 Playing back a Cassette 19 Connections...
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...TV or the antenna cable. Slide the battery cover release switch in the direction of the arrow. • The battery cover flips open. 2. Connect the DC coupler to the adapter. 5. Remove the DC coupler after use the power adapter to: E provide power from an AC outlet or charge...the small rubber stopper out slightly and feed the cable through the opening. move the adapter away from an AC outlet. 1. 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). ...
...TV or the antenna cable. Slide the battery cover release switch in the direction of the arrow. • The battery cover flips open. 2. Connect the DC coupler to the adapter. 5. Remove the DC coupler after use the power adapter to: E provide power from an AC outlet or charge...the small rubber stopper out slightly and feed the cable through the opening. move the adapter away from an AC outlet. 1. 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). ...
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Connect the power cable to the adapter and plug the power cable into an AC outlet. • One of the two charge indicators flashes red to show that your camcorder can hold two battery packs and is in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place. 2. Take the battery pack off... begins to charge: its side before removing the battery pack, since the battery pack may drop out when you to check that charging is not connected. • Align the triangle on its indicator flashes red to the power adapter. • Make sure the DC coupler is in the direction of the...
Connect the power cable to the adapter and plug the power cable into an AC outlet. • One of the two charge indicators flashes red to show that your camcorder can hold two battery packs and is in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place. 2. Take the battery pack off... begins to charge: its side before removing the battery pack, since the battery pack may drop out when you to check that charging is not connected. • Align the triangle on its indicator flashes red to the power adapter. • Make sure the DC coupler is in the direction of the...
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...8226; To remove, turn the locking button counter-clockwise and pull the docking unit from the base of the ZR via the MULTI-CONNECTOR. Connect the white plug to connect the AUDIO terminals. Connections for Playback on the VCR to 22 LINE. You will need to attach a power source to the base...the Basics LOOSEN TIGHTEN 1. If your TV or VCR instruction manual for S-video or to the red AUDIO terminal 9 (right). Make sure that the ZR is attached. Close the cover. • You cannot attach/remove a power source while the Docking Unit is switched off. 2. Attaching the DU-...
...8226; To remove, turn the locking button counter-clockwise and pull the docking unit from the base of the ZR via the MULTI-CONNECTOR. Connect the white plug to connect the AUDIO terminals. Connections for Playback on the VCR to 22 LINE. You will need to attach a power source to the base...the Basics LOOSEN TIGHTEN 1. If your TV or VCR instruction manual for S-video or to the red AUDIO terminal 9 (right). Make sure that the ZR is attached. Close the cover. • You cannot attach/remove a power source while the Docking Unit is switched off. 2. Attaching the DU-...
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... of the camera itself. • If you are shooting, remember to keep the TV volume turned down as long as the camera's audio terminals are connecting the camera to a VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to an attached Docking Unit), and then select MONO for the STEREO/MONO option... at the VCR menu (p. 28). When using the STV-250 Stereo Video Cable. Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal 7 (left and right channels. (The output to attached headphones is picked up to a VCR, you can use...
... of the camera itself. • If you are shooting, remember to keep the TV volume turned down as long as the camera's audio terminals are connecting the camera to a VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to an attached Docking Unit), and then select MONO for the STEREO/MONO option... at the VCR menu (p. 28). When using the STV-250 Stereo Video Cable. Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal 7 (left and right channels. (The output to attached headphones is picked up to a VCR, you can use...
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... 23. 3. If your TV has flat twin-lead cable, use the optional RU-100 RF Unit together with the DU-100 Docking Unit. Connecting the RF unit 1. Connect the TO TV terminal on the RF unit to the camera, via the DU-100 Docking Unit. • The RF unit is available optionally.... 2. Connect the antenna cable to use the 75-300 ohm adapter. 24 If your TV does not have audio/video terminals E TV with coaxial antenna cable 1 V L R ...
... 23. 3. If your TV has flat twin-lead cable, use the optional RU-100 RF Unit together with the DU-100 Docking Unit. Connecting the RF unit 1. Connect the TO TV terminal on the RF unit to the camera, via the DU-100 Docking Unit. • The RF unit is available optionally.... 2. Connect the antenna cable to use the 75-300 ohm adapter. 24 If your TV does not have audio/video terminals E TV with coaxial antenna cable 1 V L R ...
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... top/bottom of the screen indicate that there are removed. 4. Press in place of Features 29 Notes: • You can only see eight options on a connected TV screen using the wireless controller's TV SCREEN button. use the wireless controller to use the up or down keys for steps 2 and 4, the right...
... top/bottom of the screen indicate that there are removed. 4. Press in place of Features 29 Notes: • You can only see eight options on a connected TV screen using the wireless controller's TV SCREEN button. use the wireless controller to use the up or down keys for steps 2 and 4, the right...
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... the speaker volume once you remove the headphones from the headphone socket (p. 20). Notes: • You cannot add new sound to the camera's terminal (this camcorder. • For details of Features 44 DV/OUT You can adjust the volume of attached headphones by attaching stereo VIDEO OUT headphones to a tape using... mode produces the higher sound quality (slightly superior to CD) while the 12 bit mode records on stereo 2, see p. 28) AUDIO MODE••16bit ZR can connect an external microphone to the 12 bit mode open the camera menu and select AUDIO MODE. 2.
... the speaker volume once you remove the headphones from the headphone socket (p. 20). Notes: • You cannot add new sound to the camera's terminal (this camcorder. • For details of Features 44 DV/OUT You can adjust the volume of attached headphones by attaching stereo VIDEO OUT headphones to a tape using... mode produces the higher sound quality (slightly superior to CD) while the 12 bit mode records on stereo 2, see p. 28) AUDIO MODE••16bit ZR can connect an external microphone to the 12 bit mode open the camera menu and select AUDIO MODE. 2.
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... Cable STV-150 Stereo Video Cable V L R S INPUT S-VIDEO E VIDEO AUDIO L R Record the scenes you want on the VCR. Connect the camera to a VCR Playback the tape on the camcorder. Start recording on the VCR as soon as the section you want to VCR, and load your own video productions. or... combine different shots to copy. 2. Find a point on your edited recording is complete. Editing to the VCR. • See "Connections for details. 3. Preparations...
... Cable STV-150 Stereo Video Cable V L R S INPUT S-VIDEO E VIDEO AUDIO L R Record the scenes you want on the VCR. Connect the camera to a VCR Playback the tape on the camcorder. Start recording on the VCR as soon as the section you want to VCR, and load your own video productions. or... combine different shots to copy. 2. Find a point on your edited recording is complete. Editing to the VCR. • See "Connections for details. 3. Preparations...
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...camcorder with the DV cable connected do not turn the power off. 58 Using the Full Range of the cable to the recording device. DV terminal/connections E Digital 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 from the ZR, make sure you edit,...
...camcorder with the DV cable connected do not turn the power off. 58 Using the Full Range of the cable to the recording device. DV terminal/connections E Digital 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 from the ZR, make sure you edit,...
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.... Using the Full Range of the cassette. It stands for a few seconds and then the camera displays a blank blue screen; you to connect the camera to record from those on the DU-100 Docking Unit (p. 22) allows you cannot view the contents of Features 59 you try ...cable "COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED" appears in the display for Local Application Control Bus System. • We cannot guarantee the results when connecting to play back such a cassette, "COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED" appears in the display; If you cannot record the contents of the tape.
.... Using the Full Range of the cassette. It stands for a few seconds and then the camera displays a blank blue screen; you to connect the camera to record from those on the DU-100 Docking Unit (p. 22) allows you cannot view the contents of Features 59 you try ...cable "COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED" appears in the display for Local Application Control Bus System. • We cannot guarantee the results when connecting to play back such a cassette, "COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED" appears in the display; If you cannot record the contents of the tape.
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... backup battery A rechargeable lithium battery fitted in excess of 6 months from fire (or it away from being used. For further information, contact your local Canon service center or dealer. DANGER! Storing the battery pack • If you do not need to turn the camera on for a period of more than... allow any remaining charge may cause damage to the battery pack, and reduce usage time. It is stored, however, it wet. In this case, connect a power source to the camcorder, reset the date and time (p. 52) and recharge the back-up battery separately to prevent pollution.
... backup battery A rechargeable lithium battery fitted in excess of 6 months from fire (or it away from being used. For further information, contact your local Canon service center or dealer. DANGER! Storing the battery pack • If you do not need to turn the camera on for a period of more than... allow any remaining charge may cause damage to the battery pack, and reduce usage time. It is stored, however, it wet. In this case, connect a power source to the camcorder, reset the date and time (p. 52) and recharge the back-up battery separately to prevent pollution.
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Contact your camera can only be connected to operate your camera and charge battery packs in the following countries: American Samoa, Bahama, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Columbia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, ..., Taiwan, Trinidad and Tobago, USA, Venezuela. 66 Additional Information TV playback • Although you can always play back your recordings on the LCD screen, your Canon dealer for information about plug adapters for overseas use. This TV system is used in any country where the electricity supply is between 100 and...
Contact your camera can only be connected to operate your camera and charge battery packs in the following countries: American Samoa, Bahama, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Columbia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, ..., Taiwan, Trinidad and Tobago, USA, Venezuela. 66 Additional Information TV playback • Although you can always play back your recordings on the LCD screen, your Canon dealer for information about plug adapters for overseas use. This TV system is used in any country where the electricity supply is between 100 and...
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... 1/2000 • You1/a20r0e0attempting toJApN.la1y,19b9a8 ck or record from a copyright protected cassF13/e22t0t0e0 (p. 59). Additional Information ? Consult your camcorder. There's no picture in record pause mode for more than about it with your dealer or service outlet if problems persist. Recording/Playback Problem... to this checklist first if you are using it ? turn to do about five minutes (p. 13). • The battery pack is properly connected if you have any problems with a TV or VCR. There's a blank blue screenJANi.n1,t1h99e8 display. 12:00:00 AM 68 12:...
... 1/2000 • You1/a20r0e0attempting toJApN.la1y,19b9a8 ck or record from a copyright protected cassF13/e22t0t0e0 (p. 59). Additional Information ? Consult your camcorder. There's no picture in record pause mode for more than about it with your dealer or service outlet if problems persist. Recording/Playback Problem... to this checklist first if you are using it ? turn to do about five minutes (p. 13). • The battery pack is properly connected if you have any problems with a TV or VCR. There's a blank blue screenJANi.n1,t1h99e8 display. 12:00:00 AM 68 12:...
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This is set to VIDEO (p. 22). • If connected using the optional RF unit the video channel has not been selected. • The screen displays are being used. Additional Information 70 There's no picture ... is not loaded (p. 11). • The tape has reached the end. ? There's no sound coming from the • The speaker volume is a normal feature of camcorders. ? The playback picture is moving. • The video heads need cleaning (p. 65). ? minimum level (p. 20). • Headphones are set to the speaker during playback. The...
This is set to VIDEO (p. 22). • If connected using the optional RF unit the video channel has not been selected. • The screen displays are being used. Additional Information 70 There's no picture ... is not loaded (p. 11). • The tape has reached the end. ? There's no sound coming from the • The speaker volume is a normal feature of camcorders. ? The playback picture is moving. • The video heads need cleaning (p. 65). ? minimum level (p. 20). • Headphones are set to the speaker during playback. The...
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... a ball point pen (or similar): camera functions return to their default setting. • Remove the cable and then reconnect it • The remote sensor is connected correctly, but there's nothing in the display. ? The camera doesn't display the correct date and time. The camera malfunctions. ? If random letters appear in the...
... a ball point pen (or similar): camera functions return to their default setting. • Remove the cable and then reconnect it • The remote sensor is connected correctly, but there's nothing in the display. ? The camera doesn't display the correct date and time. The camera malfunctions. ? If random letters appear in the...
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It can be connected to the camera. Optional Accessories Battery pack BP-608 For use with the ZR. Additional Information 73 It is also available E as you may need it if you down or getting in your hotel room. WS-20 Wrist Strap ... while traveling, as an optional accessory. SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case This lightweight bag keeps the camera within easy reach without weighing you want to connect the camera to a TV in the way. SA-1 Adapter Bracket Attaches a video light or microphone securely to the antenna terminal of protection for active shooting...
It can be connected to the camera. Optional Accessories Battery pack BP-608 For use with the ZR. Additional Information 73 It is also available E as you may need it if you down or getting in your hotel room. WS-20 Wrist Strap ... while traveling, as an optional accessory. SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case This lightweight bag keeps the camera within easy reach without weighing you want to connect the camera to a TV in the way. SA-1 Adapter Bracket Attaches a video light or microphone securely to the antenna terminal of protection for active shooting...
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... CA NON GEN UINE VIDE This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. It can then be used with the ZR, and can be purchased as optional accessories. VL-10Li Battery Video Light E This compact yet powerful video light can be connected directly to the ZR to give twice the playback time. To charge them...-201 D81-0850-201 D82-0330-202 D82-0516-000 D82-0490-201 D84-0050-201 D82-0521-201 D52-0080-000 Optional accessories: CH-900 Dual Battery Charger/Holder BP-914 Battery Pack BP-927 Battery Pack BP-941 Battery Pack WS-20 Wrist Strap SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case...
... CA NON GEN UINE VIDE This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. It can then be used with the ZR, and can be purchased as optional accessories. VL-10Li Battery Video Light E This compact yet powerful video light can be connected directly to the ZR to give twice the playback time. To charge them...-201 D81-0850-201 D82-0330-202 D82-0516-000 D82-0490-201 D84-0050-201 D82-0521-201 D52-0080-000 Optional accessories: CH-900 Dual Battery Charger/Holder BP-914 Battery Pack BP-927 Battery Pack BP-941 Battery Pack WS-20 Wrist Strap SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case...