ZR Instruction Manual
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...pursuant to copyright laws. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Use of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in a particular installation. Canon U.S.A. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR This device complies with class B limits in a residential installation. These limits are designed to the presence of shielded cable is no ... 15 of electric shock to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in the manual. Important Usage Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT E EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN ...
...pursuant to copyright laws. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Use of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in a particular installation. Canon U.S.A. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR This device complies with class B limits in a residential installation. These limits are designed to the presence of shielded cable is no ... 15 of electric shock to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in the manual. Important Usage Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT E EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN ...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... If an outside antenna is connected to the product, be sure the antenna is operated. If you are not likely to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR and all its accessories. Cleaning - The product should be cleaned only as recommended in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size ...ANSI / NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in this manual. 6. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word 10. source indicated on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The...
... If an outside antenna is connected to the product, be sure the antenna is operated. If you are not likely to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR and all its accessories. Cleaning - The product should be cleaned only as recommended in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size ...ANSI / NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in this manual. 6. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word 10. source indicated on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The...
ZR Instruction Manual
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...Position .... 55 Searching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search 56 Editing to aid identification in case of theft. Model Name ZR Serial No. 5 You should record the number and other vital information here and retain this book as yours. Contents ...Safety 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 ...
...Position .... 55 Searching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search 56 Editing to aid identification in case of theft. Model Name ZR Serial No. 5 You should record the number and other vital information here and retain this book as yours. Contents ...Safety 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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... operations of the camcorder first, before moving on the camcorder itself e.g. Press the EJECT button. there are used to refer to use its full range of features. Thank you for Your camcorder is supplied with the E purchasing this manual thoroughly - you read this Canon camcorder. To get started... To get the most out of your new camcorder, We recommend that you will soon be making high-quality videos...
... operations of the camcorder first, before moving on the camcorder itself e.g. Press the EJECT button. there are used to refer to use its full range of features. Thank you for Your camcorder is supplied with the E purchasing this manual thoroughly - you read this Canon camcorder. To get started... To get the most out of your new camcorder, We recommend that you will soon be making high-quality videos...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... date and time display (p. 32). Slide the MOVIE/PHOTO switch to [. 4. Press the start recording Have you to simply point and shoot without making any manual adjustments (see p. 37). 2. It allows you completed the following steps? • Attached a power source (p. 8). • Loaded a cassette (p. 11). • Fastened the shoulder strap (p. 60). •...
... date and time display (p. 32). Slide the MOVIE/PHOTO switch to [. 4. Press the start recording Have you to simply point and shoot without making any manual adjustments (see p. 37). 2. It allows you completed the following steps? • Attached a power source (p. 8). • Loaded a cassette (p. 11). • Fastened the shoulder strap (p. 60). •...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... as the POWER switch is recording correctly, make a test recording first. • Before making important recordings, clean the video heads using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette. • You cannot monitor the sound from the speaker... display. • You can use the lens cover switch to pause recording. Mastering the Basics Notes: • Make sure that your manual settings, such as you like by pressing the start/ stop and restart recording as often as white balance and shutter speed. When you...
... as the POWER switch is recording correctly, make a test recording first. • Before making important recordings, clean the video heads using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette. • You cannot monitor the sound from the speaker... display. • You can use the lens cover switch to pause recording. Mastering the Basics Notes: • Make sure that your manual settings, such as you like by pressing the start/ stop and restart recording as often as white balance and shutter speed. When you...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... are reversed (mirror mode) and the time code and remaining tape indicators disappear. About the LCD Screen E The LCD screen built into this camcorder is unaffected. This is exhausted Self-Timer countdown Photo mode AF/AE mark Mastering the Basics • Screen displays are shown (see diagram opposite...black dots or bright points of the LCD screen and they are not recorded on the LCD screen. No Cassette is loaded Exposure Adjustment Manual focus AF OFF 18 REC REC PAUSE EJECT STOP The tape has reached the end Condensation warning The battery pack is not a malfunction ...
... are reversed (mirror mode) and the time code and remaining tape indicators disappear. About the LCD Screen E The LCD screen built into this camcorder is unaffected. This is exhausted Self-Timer countdown Photo mode AF/AE mark Mastering the Basics • Screen displays are shown (see diagram opposite...black dots or bright points of the LCD screen and they are not recorded on the LCD screen. No Cassette is loaded Exposure Adjustment Manual focus AF OFF 18 REC REC PAUSE EJECT STOP The tape has reached the end Condensation warning The battery pack is not a malfunction ...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... fitted with video, audio, microphone and editing terminals. Use the STV150 Stereo Video Cable, to the base of the ZR via the MULTI-CONNECTOR. Connect it securely onto the base. • To remove, turn the locking button counter-clockwise and pull the docking unit ... (see p. 8), and for S-video or to 22 LINE. SETSCREW MULTI-CONECTOR MULTI-CONECTOR Mastering the Basics LOOSEN TIGHTEN 1. If your TV or VCR instruction manual for further details. Attaching the DU-100 Docking Unit The Docking Unit is switched off. 2. Lift the MULTI-CONNECTOR cover and align the multi-connectors...
... fitted with video, audio, microphone and editing terminals. Use the STV150 Stereo Video Cable, to the base of the ZR via the MULTI-CONNECTOR. Connect it securely onto the base. • To remove, turn the locking button counter-clockwise and pull the docking unit ... (see p. 8), and for S-video or to 22 LINE. SETSCREW MULTI-CONECTOR MULTI-CONECTOR Mastering the Basics LOOSEN TIGHTEN 1. If your TV or VCR instruction manual for further details. Attaching the DU-100 Docking Unit The Docking Unit is switched off. 2. Lift the MULTI-CONNECTOR cover and align the multi-connectors...
ZR Instruction Manual
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Press the start/stop button, adjust the focus manually (p. 49) and retry. 3. Notes: • While the camera records the still, you cannot turn the image stabilizer on /off do not cut the power until ... camera may not be in focus, despite displaying the green mark. The camera records the picture to see the image in the display as the camcorder adjusts the focus and exposure and it is unsuitable for 6 seconds. In this time the camera also records the sound, and the display also shows...
Press the start/stop button, adjust the focus manually (p. 49) and retry. 3. Notes: • While the camera records the still, you cannot turn the image stabilizer on /off do not cut the power until ... camera may not be in focus, despite displaying the green mark. The camera records the picture to see the image in the display as the camcorder adjusts the focus and exposure and it is unsuitable for 6 seconds. In this time the camera also records the sound, and the display also shows...
ZR Instruction Manual
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It works well for recording high-speed sports scenes in the Auto Recording program. Focus manually for maximum accuracy, and be careful when recording action scenes, as the Easy Recording program, except that you can adjust focus and exposure, set the ... during slow or paused playback on . Sports This program is between the middle range and the telephoto end. Using the Full Range of the camera's manual functions - you now have the option of using any of Features Auto E In normal recording conditions, set the white balance, and so on a VCR...
It works well for recording high-speed sports scenes in the Auto Recording program. Focus manually for maximum accuracy, and be careful when recording action scenes, as the Easy Recording program, except that you can adjust focus and exposure, set the ... during slow or paused playback on . Sports This program is between the middle range and the telephoto end. Using the Full Range of the camera's manual functions - you now have the option of using any of Features Auto E In normal recording conditions, set the white balance, and so on a VCR...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... is locked, you can lock the exposure at FOCUS EXP the current level in order to a maximum of the image. The camera's iris can be manually set exposure level. This may change the position of the scene. E.LOCK ±0 E.LOCK ±0 E.LOCK +11 E.LOCK -11 Notes: • ...) position. • The number flashes in the display when you select the highest possible value in the current shooting conditions. 47 Adjusting Exposure Manually Exposure lock E When you are recording in situations where the lighting may be necessary if the background is very dark, or if the subject is...
... is locked, you can lock the exposure at FOCUS EXP the current level in order to a maximum of the image. The camera's iris can be manually set exposure level. This may change the position of the scene. E.LOCK ±0 E.LOCK ±0 E.LOCK +11 E.LOCK -11 Notes: • ...) position. • The number flashes in the display when you select the highest possible value in the current shooting conditions. 47 Adjusting Exposure Manually Exposure lock E When you are recording in situations where the lighting may be necessary if the background is very dark, or if the subject is...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... zoom first, and then the focus. in this case turn the multi-switch lever to set the focus (without turning autofocus off autofocus. • The manual focus setting is generally best to autofocus. • If you release the lever. Notes: • In the [ (Easy Recording) program you can also ...remains locked at the point set the focus. • Turn it towards the lens to set by FOCUS autofocus. EXP (AF | appears in focus. Manual focus Use the multi-switch lever to move the EFOXCPUS focus further away. • Turn it may not stay in the display.) You can focus...
... zoom first, and then the focus. in this case turn the multi-switch lever to set the focus (without turning autofocus off autofocus. • The manual focus setting is generally best to autofocus. • If you release the lever. Notes: • In the [ (Easy Recording) program you can also ...remains locked at the point set the focus. • Turn it towards the lens to set by FOCUS autofocus. EXP (AF | appears in focus. Manual focus Use the multi-switch lever to move the EFOXCPUS focus further away. • Turn it may not stay in the display.) You can focus...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... normal outdoor shooting, setting to the AUTO setting when you shoot with one dominant color, such as sky, sea or forest. Setting the white balance manually will provide better results. Close-ups In rapidly changing lighting conditions In places lit by first returning to the AUTO setting, and then reselecting SET...
... normal outdoor shooting, setting to the AUTO setting when you shoot with one dominant color, such as sky, sea or forest. Setting the white balance manually will provide better results. Close-ups In rapidly changing lighting conditions In places lit by first returning to the AUTO setting, and then reselecting SET...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... Features By connecting the camera to another VCR, you want to 4 until your own video productions. Repeat steps 1 to copy, then stop playback on the camcorder. Prepare the TV and VCR. • Turn on the TV and set it back while you want to LINE. Preparations 1. Basic Recording 1. Start to ... mode. • See your recorded cassette. Load a blank cassette, and put the VCR in order to VCR, and load your TV and VCR instruction manuals for Playback on a TV screen" on the VCR. Slide the camera's POWER switch to remove unwanted scenes - Start recording on the VCR as soon as...
... Features By connecting the camera to another VCR, you want to 4 until your own video productions. Repeat steps 1 to copy, then stop playback on the camcorder. Prepare the TV and VCR. • Turn on the TV and set it back while you want to LINE. Preparations 1. Basic Recording 1. Start to ... mode. • See your recorded cassette. Load a blank cassette, and put the VCR in order to VCR, and load your TV and VCR instruction manuals for Playback on a TV screen" on the VCR. Slide the camera's POWER switch to remove unwanted scenes - Start recording on the VCR as soon as...
ZR Instruction Manual
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...and then point the camera at different distances Behind glass Without much contrast (e.g. Contents of data code display may • Check settings made on manual focus (p. 49). • The finder unit lens needs adjusting E (p. 17). • The lens is on the menu. Note: Contents... of data code display may change according to -focus subject. In these situations, you will often get better results using manual focus (see p. 49). Horizontal stripes Many subjects at your original, hard-to D/TIME SEL. a white wall) Reflective surfaces (e.g. or DATA...
...and then point the camera at different distances Behind glass Without much contrast (e.g. Contents of data code display may • Check settings made on manual focus (p. 49). • The finder unit lens needs adjusting E (p. 17). • The lens is on the menu. Note: Contents... of data code display may change according to -focus subject. In these situations, you will often get better results using manual focus (see p. 49). Horizontal stripes Many subjects at your original, hard-to D/TIME SEL. a white wall) Reflective surfaces (e.g. or DATA...
ZR Instruction Manual
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... VCR mode Focus (pause) button (Play) button Exposition (Stop) button Multi-switch (P. 19, 51, 53) Multi-switch lever (P. 19, 51, 53) Camera mode • Manual exposure adjustment • Manual focus VCR mode • Fast forward playback • Rewind playback c (record review) button (P. 35) Select dial (P. 29) MENU button (P. 29) MULTI-CONNECTOR (P. 22...
... VCR mode Focus (pause) button (Play) button Exposition (Stop) button Multi-switch (P. 19, 51, 53) Multi-switch lever (P. 19, 51, 53) Camera mode • Manual exposure adjustment • Manual focus VCR mode • Fast forward playback • Rewind playback c (record review) button (P. 35) Select dial (P. 29) MENU button (P. 29) MULTI-CONNECTOR (P. 22...
ZR Instruction Manual
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...• Setting the AF/AE mark flashes white • AF/AE locked mark lights up green Record search (p. 34) + REC SEARCH - Manual exposure display (p. 47): Exposure locked AUTO SPORTS PORTRAIT SPOTLIGHT SAND&SNOW LOW LIGHT E.LOCK ±0 Brighter than standard exposure level E.LOCK +5 Darker... than standard exposure level E.LOCK -5 Shutter speed (p. 48) 1/100 Manual focus is turned off (p. 45). SET - OUTDOOR (p. 50). 16:9 effect (p. 43). 16:9 Digital effects. EFFECT OFF FADE-T WIPE SCROLL ...
...• Setting the AF/AE mark flashes white • AF/AE locked mark lights up green Record search (p. 34) + REC SEARCH - Manual exposure display (p. 47): Exposure locked AUTO SPORTS PORTRAIT SPOTLIGHT SAND&SNOW LOW LIGHT E.LOCK ±0 Brighter than standard exposure level E.LOCK +5 Darker... than standard exposure level E.LOCK -5 Shutter speed (p. 48) 1/100 Manual focus is turned off (p. 45). SET - OUTDOOR (p. 50). 16:9 effect (p. 43). 16:9 Digital effects. EFFECT OFF FADE-T WIPE SCROLL ...
ZR Instruction Manual
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...min. Additional Information 82 Minimum illumination: 4.0 lx (using the Low Light program) Canon is a trademark of Canon Inc. * Using the DU-100 Docking Unit (supplied). BP-608 Battery Pack cassette); Specifications ZR E Power Supply (rated): 7.2 V DC Recommended illumination: Power Consumption (while ...215; 5/8 × 2 /13 16 in 3.9-42.9mm (30 × 16 × 71 mm) Focusing system: TTL autofocus, Weight: 2 1/8 oz (60 g) manual focusing possible Minimum focusing distance: 3/8 inch (1 cm) on ): 5.9 W LCD screen: 2 1/2 in Tape speed: (118.5 × 85.5 × 55.7mm) SP...
...min. Additional Information 82 Minimum illumination: 4.0 lx (using the Low Light program) Canon is a trademark of Canon Inc. * Using the DU-100 Docking Unit (supplied). BP-608 Battery Pack cassette); Specifications ZR E Power Supply (rated): 7.2 V DC Recommended illumination: Power Consumption (while ...215; 5/8 × 2 /13 16 in 3.9-42.9mm (30 × 16 × 71 mm) Focusing system: TTL autofocus, Weight: 2 1/8 oz (60 g) manual focusing possible Minimum focusing distance: 3/8 inch (1 cm) on ): 5.9 W LCD screen: 2 1/2 in Tape speed: (118.5 × 85.5 × 55.7mm) SP...
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..., 44 Fade Trigger, 17 Audio/Video Terminals, 22 Fast Forward, 20 Auto, 38 Feedback, 20 Autofocus, 49 Finder Unit, 17 Finding Your Way Around the ZR, 75 B Focusing, 49 Backup Battery, 62 Basic Recording, 13 H Battery Pack, 9 Head Cleaning, 65 Black and White, 40 Headphones, 44 C Cables, 6, 22 ...22 Displaying Data Code, 52 DC Coupler, 8 Digital Effects, 40 Digital Video, 7 Digital Zoom, 16 DV terminal, 58 I Image Stabilizer, 30 Introducing the ZR, 7 L LANC, 59 LCD Cover, 60 LCD Screen, 17 Loading Cassettes, 11 Low Light, 39 LP Modes, 15 M Maintenance, 64 Making Better Videos, 26...
..., 44 Fade Trigger, 17 Audio/Video Terminals, 22 Fast Forward, 20 Auto, 38 Feedback, 20 Autofocus, 49 Finder Unit, 17 Finding Your Way Around the ZR, 75 B Focusing, 49 Backup Battery, 62 Basic Recording, 13 H Battery Pack, 9 Head Cleaning, 65 Black and White, 40 Headphones, 44 C Cables, 6, 22 ...22 Displaying Data Code, 52 DC Coupler, 8 Digital Effects, 40 Digital Video, 7 Digital Zoom, 16 DV terminal, 58 I Image Stabilizer, 30 Introducing the ZR, 7 L LANC, 59 LCD Cover, 60 LCD Screen, 17 Loading Cassettes, 11 Low Light, 39 LP Modes, 15 M Maintenance, 64 Making Better Videos, 26...
ZR Instruction Manual
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...and proven to be defective upon shipment of Canon DV Camcorders in conjunction with respect to such non-Canon brand items is given by CUSA, including any kind by Canon U.S.A., Inc. ("CUSA") with respect to each Canon ZR Digital Video E Camcorder ("DV Camcorder") purchased and used in no responsibility under ...copy of the proof of purchase (bill of sale) and a complete explanation of the defective part or DV Camcorder. to you in new condition in CUSA's instruction manual, or service performed by other than a CUSA Center or Service Facility. (b) Use of parts or supplies (other...
...and proven to be defective upon shipment of Canon DV Camcorders in conjunction with respect to such non-Canon brand items is given by CUSA, including any kind by Canon U.S.A., Inc. ("CUSA") with respect to each Canon ZR Digital Video E Camcorder ("DV Camcorder") purchased and used in no responsibility under ...copy of the proof of purchase (bill of sale) and a complete explanation of the defective part or DV Camcorder. to you in new condition in CUSA's instruction manual, or service performed by other than a CUSA Center or Service Facility. (b) Use of parts or supplies (other...