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DVD Camcorder, DC40 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning ... interference that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in accordance with the limits for help. Canon U.S.A. The lightning flash with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of shielded cable is no guarantee that may be of...
DVD Camcorder, DC40 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning ... interference that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in accordance with the limits for help. Canon U.S.A. The lightning flash with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of shielded cable is no guarantee that may be of...
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... wall outlet before the product is equipped with care. Power cords 6. The safety and operating instructions should be followed. Do not use electrician to the Canon DVD Camcorder DC40 A Power Adapter should be read consult your product dealer or local power before cleaning.
... wall outlet before the product is equipped with care. Power cords 6. The safety and operating instructions should be followed. Do not use electrician to the Canon DVD Camcorder DC40 A Power Adapter should be read consult your product dealer or local power before cleaning.
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...Windows 2000/Windows Me/Windows XP systems. For inquiries regarding Roxio MyDVD for Canon software you can easily create copies of your DVDs to share with family and friends and transfer your finalized* disc into a DVD player and immediately find the scene you want . * Finalization is a...a precious memory! SHARING YOUR VIDEOS Windows** users: With the supplied Roxio MyDVD for Canon, please contact directly the customer support centers of Sonic Solutions ( 106). 5 The Advantages of DVDs RECORDING With a DVD you just press the recording start a new recording. Don't waste time fast forwarding ...
...Windows 2000/Windows Me/Windows XP systems. For inquiries regarding Roxio MyDVD for Canon software you can easily create copies of your DVDs to share with family and friends and transfer your finalized* disc into a DVD player and immediately find the scene you want . * Finalization is a...a precious memory! SHARING YOUR VIDEOS Windows** users: With the supplied Roxio MyDVD for Canon, please contact directly the customer support centers of Sonic Solutions ( 106). 5 The Advantages of DVDs RECORDING With a DVD you just press the recording start a new recording. Don't waste time fast forwarding ...
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... So... You can record on it ? However, you cannot edit the recordings. This camcorder uses 8 cm DVD-R discs (like the supplied one) or DVD-RW discs (commercially available). DVD-RW You can delete scenes or initialize the disc and start recording again. However, the disc can easily edit...various types and in two sizes the more common 12 cm DVDs and 8 cm Mini DVDs. what disc to choose? DVD-R Can be played back with DVD players compatible with DVD-RW discs in most common DVD players. Now that I choose to DVDs You have the disc... VIDEO mode Once finalized, a ...
... So... You can record on it ? However, you cannot edit the recordings. This camcorder uses 8 cm DVD-R discs (like the supplied one) or DVD-RW discs (commercially available). DVD-RW You can delete scenes or initialize the disc and start recording again. However, the disc can easily edit...various types and in two sizes the more common 12 cm DVDs and 8 cm Mini DVDs. what disc to choose? DVD-R Can be played back with DVD players compatible with DVD-RW discs in most common DVD players. Now that I choose to DVDs You have the disc... VIDEO mode Once finalized, a ...
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... that were recorded, initialized or finalized with other digital devices can result in lost data. • You need to initialize newly bought DVD-RW discs with this camcorder (deleting scenes, editing the Playlist) - - 85 Deleting a scene or still image immediately after recording it - 86 92... to use and the disc specification selected when initializing it 98 with this camcorder before using the supplied discs and Hitachi-Maxell HG-series DVD discs. For use of disc you use it again for the first time. 7 Differences in Available Features Depending on the Disc The camcorder...
... that were recorded, initialized or finalized with other digital devices can result in lost data. • You need to initialize newly bought DVD-RW discs with this camcorder (deleting scenes, editing the Playlist) - - 85 Deleting a scene or still image immediately after recording it - 86 92... to use and the disc specification selected when initializing it 98 with this camcorder before using the supplied discs and Hitachi-Maxell HG-series DVD discs. For use of disc you use it again for the first time. 7 Differences in Available Features Depending on the Disc The camcorder...
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Button 60 Available Settings List (FUNC 61 8 Settings Changing Settings with the FUNC. Table of contents Introduction The Advantages of DVDs 5 An Introduction to DVDs 6 Differences in Available Features Depending on the Disc 7 About this Manual 11 Checking the Supplied Accessories 13 Components Guide 14 Screen Displays 18 Preparations Step 1: ...
Button 60 Available Settings List (FUNC 61 8 Settings Changing Settings with the FUNC. Table of contents Introduction The Advantages of DVDs 5 An Introduction to DVDs 6 Differences in Available Features Depending on the Disc 7 About this Manual 11 Checking the Supplied Accessories 13 Components Guide 14 Screen Displays 18 Preparations Step 1: ...
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...Brightness, Language, etc 83 System Setup (Volume, Beep, Media Select , etc 83 Date/Time Setup 84 Introduction Editing Functions Disc Options (DVD-RW in VR mode only) Creating a Playlist 85 Deleting Scenes 86 Dividing a Scene 88 Protecting the Disc 89 Initializing the Disc 90...on a DVD Player or a Computer's DVD Drive .......100 Recording Additional Movies on a Finalized Disc 101 External Connections Connecting to a TV and VCR Playing Back on a TV Screen 102 Recording to a VCR 104 Connecting to a Computer Transferring Recordings to a Computer 105 Roxio MyDVD for Canon 105 ...
...Brightness, Language, etc 83 System Setup (Volume, Beep, Media Select , etc 83 Date/Time Setup 84 Introduction Editing Functions Disc Options (DVD-RW in VR mode only) Creating a Playlist 85 Deleting Scenes 86 Dividing a Scene 88 Protecting the Disc 89 Initializing the Disc 90...on a DVD Player or a Computer's DVD Drive .......100 Recording Additional Movies on a Finalized Disc 101 External Connections Connecting to a TV and VCR Playing Back on a TV Screen 102 Recording to a VCR 104 Connecting to a Computer Transferring Recordings to a Computer 105 Roxio MyDVD for Canon 105 ...
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... and other countries. • is determined by the positions of their respective companies. 12 About the Operating Modes The camcorder's operating mode is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation. • Manufactured under license from the memory card or disc 41 * Depending on whether you choose to save the still images...
... and other countries. • is determined by the positions of their respective companies. 12 About the Operating Modes The camcorder's operating mode is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation. • Manufactured under license from the memory card or disc 41 * Depending on whether you choose to save the still images...
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... CR2025 for Wireless E Controller MTC-100 Multi Cable IFC-300PCU USB Cable Blank DVD-R Disc (8 cm Mini DVD) DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK Software CD-ROM* Introduction Roxio MyDVD for Canon Software CD-ROM Ferrite Core (Asia only) * Includes the electronic version of the... camcorder. The serial number of this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of Purchase: Model Name: DC40...
... CR2025 for Wireless E Controller MTC-100 Multi Cable IFC-300PCU USB Cable Blank DVD-R Disc (8 cm Mini DVD) DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK Software CD-ROM* Introduction Roxio MyDVD for Canon Software CD-ROM Ferrite Core (Asia only) * Includes the electronic version of the... camcorder. The serial number of this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of Purchase: Model Name: DC40...
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...) Recording program ( 46) White balance ( 64) Image effect ( 66) Digital effects ( 71) Recording mode ( 61) Still image quality/size ( 76) Self timer ( 59) Disc type DVD-R, DVD-RW ( 6) Disc specification (VIDEO mode, VR mode) ( 6) Finalized disc mark ( 98) Recording reminder Manual focus ( 54) Image stabilizer ( 81) Disc operation Time code (hours : minutes...
...) Recording program ( 46) White balance ( 64) Image effect ( 66) Digital effects ( 71) Recording mode ( 61) Still image quality/size ( 76) Self timer ( 59) Disc type DVD-R, DVD-RW ( 6) Disc specification (VIDEO mode, VR mode) ( 6) Finalized disc mark ( 98) Recording reminder Manual focus ( 54) Image stabilizer ( 81) Disc operation Time code (hours : minutes...
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...the disc cover. 4. Do not force the cover closed if the disc is not correctly inserted and firmly set the camcorder in .) mini DVD discs marked with the recording side facing down (single sided discs - The disc initialization screen will not appear when inserting a disc already ...initialized - Slide the OPEN switch fully in place. • Insert the disc with the DVD-R or DVD-RW logo. Use the multi selector to select ( ) the disc specification desired and press ( ) to remove any fingerprints, dirt buildup or ...
...the disc cover. 4. Do not force the cover closed if the disc is not correctly inserted and firmly set the camcorder in .) mini DVD discs marked with the recording side facing down (single sided discs - The disc initialization screen will not appear when inserting a disc already ...initialized - Slide the OPEN switch fully in place. • Insert the disc with the DVD-R or DVD-RW logo. Use the multi selector to select ( ) the disc specification desired and press ( ) to remove any fingerprints, dirt buildup or ...
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... screen. Move the / switch to vibrations or strong impacts. - Basic Functions Recording When you can change the recording time available on a DVD-R cannot be deleted, we recommend you use the viewfinder instead. When recording in very loud places (such as the scene is not... a malfunction. 33 Turn off the camcorder. - Disconnect the power source and remove the battery pack. 4. In such case, use a DVD-RW disc (commercially available) to pause recording. • While recording and immediately after pausing, the DISC access indicator will flash as fireworks shows ...
... screen. Move the / switch to vibrations or strong impacts. - Basic Functions Recording When you can change the recording time available on a DVD-R cannot be deleted, we recommend you use the viewfinder instead. When recording in very loud places (such as the scene is not... a malfunction. 33 Turn off the camcorder. - Disconnect the power source and remove the battery pack. 4. In such case, use a DVD-RW disc (commercially available) to pause recording. • While recording and immediately after pausing, the DISC access indicator will flash as fireworks shows ...
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... the Widescreen (16:9) and normal (4:3) aspect ratios. Widescreen is not available when recording in LP mode if the disc specification is VIDEO mode (DVD-R or DVD-RW). Selecting the LP recording mode will cancel the 16:9 aspect ratio. When recording in Widescreen mode, if you set the image stabilizer to...
... the Widescreen (16:9) and normal (4:3) aspect ratios. Widescreen is not available when recording in LP mode if the disc specification is VIDEO mode (DVD-R or DVD-RW). Selecting the LP recording mode will cancel the 16:9 aspect ratio. When recording in Widescreen mode, if you set the image stabilizer to...
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... the normal speed, there is no sound during some special playback modes. Slow playback is not available with discs recorded in VIDEO mode (DVD-R or DVD-RW). Depending on the wireless controller to skip to the beginning of the picture or sound at 1/16 the normal playback speed and will...
... the normal speed, there is no sound during some special playback modes. Slow playback is not available with discs recorded in VIDEO mode (DVD-R or DVD-RW). Depending on the wireless controller to skip to the beginning of the picture or sound at 1/16 the normal playback speed and will...
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... picture and sound recorded in LP mode may be distorted. For details on the memory card. protect 1 96 1 When recording still images with the supplied DVD-R blank disc are in LP mode gives you press the FUNC. E CAMERA, PLAY, , : Refer to [SINGLE], this menu item will appear only if you a longer...
... picture and sound recorded in LP mode may be distorted. For details on the memory card. protect 1 96 1 When recording still images with the supplied DVD-R blank disc are in LP mode gives you press the FUNC. E CAMERA, PLAY, , : Refer to [SINGLE], this menu item will appear only if you a longer...
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... images that can be recorded on a disc: Image Size L 2304X1736 M1 1632X1224 M2 1280X960 S 640X480 Image Quality DVD-R/RW VIDEO Mode 545 855 1815 1025 1585 2910 1630 2495 4595 7945 9999 9999 DVD-RW VR Mode 545 855 1820 1025 1590 2915 1635 2500 4605 7960 11680* 19470* : Super Fine, : Fine...
... images that can be recorded on a disc: Image Size L 2304X1736 M1 1632X1224 M2 1280X960 S 640X480 Image Quality DVD-R/RW VIDEO Mode 545 855 1815 1025 1585 2910 1630 2495 4595 7945 9999 9999 DVD-RW VR Mode 545 855 1820 1025 1590 2915 1635 2500 4605 7960 11680* 19470* : Super Fine, : Fine...
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... option is available only when you can verify the details regarding the disc. The disc information includes the disc title, the disc type (DVD-R or DVD-RW), the disc specification (VIDEO mode or VR mode), and icons that indicate if the disc is available only in the index screen. 82 DISC...
... option is available only when you can verify the details regarding the disc. The disc information includes the disc title, the disc type (DVD-R or DVD-RW), the disc specification (VIDEO mode or VR mode), and icons that indicate if the disc is available only in the index screen. 82 DISC...
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... want to add to open the playlist index screen. 3. Select ( ) the (MOVE) icon and press ( ). 6. Available only with DVD-RW discs recorded in the playlist index screen. When the operation is no need to select any particular scene. 3. Press the PLAYLIST button to... original recordings. Select ( ) [YES] and press ( ) to move the scene to the Playlist 1. Editing Functions Creating a Playlist DiscOptions(DVD-RWinVRmodeonly) Create a playlist to easily edit your movies (for example, change the order in the Playlist 1. Adding Scenes to the selected destination....
... want to add to open the playlist index screen. 3. Select ( ) the (MOVE) icon and press ( ). 6. Available only with DVD-RW discs recorded in the playlist index screen. When the operation is no need to select any particular scene. 3. Press the PLAYLIST button to... original recordings. Select ( ) [YES] and press ( ) to move the scene to the Playlist 1. Editing Functions Creating a Playlist DiscOptions(DVD-RWinVRmodeonly) Create a playlist to easily edit your movies (for example, change the order in the Playlist 1. Adding Scenes to the selected destination....
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... discs recorded in the playlist, you do not affect your original recordings; Deleting a Single Scene This option is only available with DVD-RW discs (VIDEO or VR mode). From the index screen, select ( , and press the FUNC. Select ( ) [YES] and press ( ) to play movies ( ). 2. ... selector ( icon and press ( ). ) to delete the scene. Deleting a Scene After Recording As long as described. This option is only available with DVD-RW discs recorded in keeping. button. ) the scene you can delete it while reviewing it will be able to delete 3. However, when you delete an...
... discs recorded in the playlist, you do not affect your original recordings; Deleting a Single Scene This option is only available with DVD-RW discs (VIDEO or VR mode). From the index screen, select ( , and press the FUNC. Select ( ) [YES] and press ( ) to play movies ( ). 2. ... selector ( icon and press ( ). ) to delete the scene. Deleting a Scene After Recording As long as described. This option is only available with DVD-RW discs recorded in keeping. button. ) the scene you can delete it while reviewing it will be able to delete 3. However, when you delete an...
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...MENU button to select the [DISC OPERATIONS] menu and then select the [MOVIES ALL DEL] option. 4. Press the MENU button. 3. Editing Functions Disc Options (DVD-RW in Step 3 select the [PLAYLST ALL DEL] option. Select ( ) [YES] and press ( ) to delete all the original scenes will also delete ...the Whole Playlist After Step 1 above, press the PLAYLIST button to play movies ( ). 2. Deleting All Scenes This option is only available with DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode. Set the camcorder to open the playlist index screen and in VR mode only) 87 Continue the procedure as...
...MENU button to select the [DISC OPERATIONS] menu and then select the [MOVIES ALL DEL] option. 4. Press the MENU button. 3. Editing Functions Disc Options (DVD-RW in Step 3 select the [PLAYLST ALL DEL] option. Select ( ) [YES] and press ( ) to delete all the original scenes will also delete ...the Whole Playlist After Step 1 above, press the PLAYLIST button to play movies ( ). 2. Deleting All Scenes This option is only available with DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode. Set the camcorder to open the playlist index screen and in VR mode only) 87 Continue the procedure as...