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... to stop operation of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to copyright laws. 8mm Video Camcorder, ES8600A This device complies with Part 15 of the equipment. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 2 The lightning flash...made, you could be contrary to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Canon U.S.A. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. If this...
... to stop operation of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to copyright laws. 8mm Video Camcorder, ES8600A This device complies with Part 15 of the equipment. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 2 The lightning flash...made, you could be contrary to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Canon U.S.A. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. If this...
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... cords should be hazardous. 7. The safety and operating instructions should be routed so that they may cause the product and cart combination to the Canon 8mm Video Camcorder ES8600A and all its accessories. 1. Heed Warnings - Unplug this product from which the cords exit the product. 13. Do not use the camera close...
... cords should be hazardous. 7. The safety and operating instructions should be routed so that they may cause the product and cart combination to the Canon 8mm Video Camcorder ES8600A and all its accessories. 1. Heed Warnings - Unplug this product from which the cords exit the product. 13. Do not use the camera close...
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Introduction Contents E Introduction Important Usage Instructions 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Thank you for Choosing a Canon 6 Introducing the Camcorder 7 Quick Overview Finding Your Way Around the ES8600 8 Powering Your Camcorder 10 Loading a Cassettes 13 Basic Recording 15 Zooming 17 Using the LCD Screen 19 Playing Back a Cassette 22 Connecting for Playback on the bottom of Purchase Dealer Purchased...
Introduction Contents E Introduction Important Usage Instructions 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Thank you for Choosing a Canon 6 Introducing the Camcorder 7 Quick Overview Finding Your Way Around the ES8600 8 Powering Your Camcorder 10 Loading a Cassettes 13 Basic Recording 15 Zooming 17 Using the LCD Screen 19 Playing Back a Cassette 22 Connecting for Playback on the bottom of Purchase Dealer Purchased...
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...used to refer to settings that this manual thoroughly - Press the EJECT 5 button. 6 in case you should read this package contains the following Canon camcorder. Introduction For quick reference (in the display and buttons labeled on to use - BP-911K Battery Pack SS-500 Shoulder Strap To get started...to thank you for years to come. Its advanced technology accessories: makes it very easy to : • Finding Your Way Around the ES8600 (p. 8) • Screen displays (p. 70) • Troubleshooting - you master the basic operations of the camcorder first, before moving on the...
...used to refer to settings that this manual thoroughly - Press the EJECT 5 button. 6 in case you should read this package contains the following Canon camcorder. Introduction For quick reference (in the display and buttons labeled on to use - BP-911K Battery Pack SS-500 Shoulder Strap To get started...to thank you for years to come. Its advanced technology accessories: makes it very easy to : • Finding Your Way Around the ES8600 (p. 8) • Screen displays (p. 70) • Troubleshooting - you master the basic operations of the camcorder first, before moving on the...
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...than manual operation and more dramatic results. FlexiZone Control Easier than automatic functions, Canon's FlexiZone Control is a completely new way to add special effects during playback ...that most challenging recording conditions. Hi8 is also great for high quality and long recording times. Introducing the Camcorder E LCD Screen Powerful recording programs An LCD screen makes it easy for you... even in a stable picture. Titles WEDDING Hi8 You can record still pictures like a photograph for the date and title from among 7 colors to 22× telephoto - with everything...
...than manual operation and more dramatic results. FlexiZone Control Easier than automatic functions, Canon's FlexiZone Control is a completely new way to add special effects during playback ...that most challenging recording conditions. Hi8 is also great for high quality and long recording times. Introducing the Camcorder E LCD Screen Powerful recording programs An LCD screen makes it easy for you... even in a stable picture. Titles WEDDING Hi8 You can record still pictures like a photograph for the date and title from among 7 colors to 22× telephoto - with everything...
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... cable to change without notice. 10 Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to the power adapter. 2. Connect the power adapter to an AC outlet. 4. Powering Your Camcorder E Before operating your camera with instant power from an AC outlet. 1. Remove the power adapter after use. • Always turn the camera off before connecting... the antenna cable. Connecting the camera to an AC outlet 3 2 1 Quick Overview Use the power adapter to appear on the TV- Do not use only Canon CA-550K (or CA-550).
... cable to change without notice. 10 Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to the power adapter. 2. Connect the power adapter to an AC outlet. 4. Powering Your Camcorder E Before operating your camera with instant power from an AC outlet. 1. Remove the power adapter after use. • Always turn the camera off before connecting... the antenna cable. Connecting the camera to an AC outlet 3 2 1 Quick Overview Use the power adapter to appear on the TV- Do not use only Canon CA-550K (or CA-550).
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.... • Handle cassettes with the compartment while it in a cool, clean, dry place. • The holes in either Metal-P or Metal-E Hi8 cassettes). A Hi8 camcorder can best be appreciated on the tape used for transferring information - dropping them or exposing them to external shocks may damage the... the cassette or cover them to the start recording. • Do not leave the cassette in the Hi8 format, you need both a Hi8 camcorder and a Hi8 cassette (you want to start of Hi8 can record or play back in the camera after use cassettes where the tape has been damaged or rejoined...
.... • Handle cassettes with the compartment while it in a cool, clean, dry place. • The holes in either Metal-P or Metal-E Hi8 cassettes). A Hi8 camcorder can best be appreciated on the tape used for transferring information - dropping them or exposing them to external shocks may damage the... the cassette or cover them to the start recording. • Do not leave the cassette in the Hi8 format, you need both a Hi8 camcorder and a Hi8 cassette (you want to start of Hi8 can record or play back in the camera after use cassettes where the tape has been damaged or rejoined...
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.... Press the start recording Have you completed the following steps? • Attach a power source (p. 10). • Load a cassette (p. 13). • Adjusted the LCD screen (p. 19) or viewfinder, fastened the grip belt and taken off if you leave it in record pause mode for example), will turn the STANDBY...mode, turn itself off the lens cap (p. 54). Press the start /stop button to begin recording. • REC appears in order to set the camcorder first to STANDBY. • PAUSE appears in the display - You may also want to record pause mode and PAUSE reappears in the display. •...
.... Press the start recording Have you completed the following steps? • Attach a power source (p. 10). • Load a cassette (p. 13). • Adjusted the LCD screen (p. 19) or viewfinder, fastened the grip belt and taken off if you leave it in record pause mode for example), will turn the STANDBY...mode, turn itself off the lens cap (p. 54). Press the start /stop button to begin recording. • REC appears in order to set the camcorder first to STANDBY. • PAUSE appears in the display - You may also want to record pause mode and PAUSE reappears in the display. •...
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... or in a window. You can adjust the brightness and color of the LCD screen. Doing so could cause damage. • Bright light falling on the LCD screen may cause glare that makes it flat against the side of the screen (see p. 27) LCD PICTURE ADJUST BRIGHTNESS - E Notes: • Avoid touching... the LCD screen when moving the LCD panel. • Do not hold the camera by the LCD panel or the viewfinder. • Make sure you open the LCD panel at 90°, before attempting to rotate ...
... or in a window. You can adjust the brightness and color of the LCD screen. Doing so could cause damage. • Bright light falling on the LCD screen may cause glare that makes it flat against the side of the screen (see p. 27) LCD PICTURE ADJUST BRIGHTNESS - E Notes: • Avoid touching... the LCD screen when moving the LCD panel. • Do not hold the camera by the LCD panel or the viewfinder. • Make sure you open the LCD panel at 90°, before attempting to rotate ...
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... SEARCH Safe cassette operation When you turn the program selector to PLAY. 2. You can use the LCD screen for example), will make the counter display appear wrong or may cause tape damage. Fast forward...off or removing the power source while the tape is rough, clean the video heads using a Canon CC-8 Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available dry-type head cleaning cassette. Turning the ...power off or remove the power source, be sure to set the camcorder first to record pause, stop playback and press the ` (rewind) button. • If ...
... SEARCH Safe cassette operation When you turn the program selector to PLAY. 2. You can use the LCD screen for example), will make the counter display appear wrong or may cause tape damage. Fast forward...off or removing the power source while the tape is rough, clean the video heads using a Canon CC-8 Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available dry-type head cleaning cassette. Turning the ...power off or remove the power source, be sure to set the camcorder first to record pause, stop playback and press the ` (rewind) button. • If ...
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... of the camera body can easily be set as follows: CUSTOM KEY 1 CUSTOM KEY 2 D.ZOOM IMAGE S.i Select the combination of functions that you buy the camcorder, they should be set the function of the Custom Keys (see p. 27) CUSTOM KEY SET 1. To set to move the cursor down until you want...
... of the camera body can easily be set as follows: CUSTOM KEY 1 CUSTOM KEY 2 D.ZOOM IMAGE S.i Select the combination of functions that you buy the camcorder, they should be set the function of the Custom Keys (see p. 27) CUSTOM KEY SET 1. To set to move the cursor down until you want...
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... effects, the image stabilizer turns off automatically and the i mark blinks for 4 seconds in the display then disappears. Advanced Functions 31 Image Stabilizer E With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will appear slightly enlarged in the display. • The image stabilizer is designed to the image stabilizer and you press...
... effects, the image stabilizer turns off automatically and the i mark blinks for 4 seconds in the display then disappears. Advanced Functions 31 Image Stabilizer E With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will appear slightly enlarged in the display. • The image stabilizer is designed to the image stabilizer and you press...
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...record or record pause mode. 4. Set the camera to PHOTO MODE. 2. Taking Still Pictures (Photo Mode) E Advanced Functions You can put the camcorder into record pause mode first, then take the picture. You can record them during Record Search, FlexiZone controller operation or fade, PHOTO OFF blinks ... Select the ON setting and close the menu. 3. Notes: • While the camera records the still, you cannot use still pictures as the camcorder records the picture. • After the photo recording is finished, the camera enters record pause mode. • When the title or date is ...
...record or record pause mode. 4. Set the camera to PHOTO MODE. 2. Taking Still Pictures (Photo Mode) E Advanced Functions You can put the camcorder into record pause mode first, then take the picture. You can record them during Record Search, FlexiZone controller operation or fade, PHOTO OFF blinks ... Select the ON setting and close the menu. 3. Notes: • While the camera records the still, you cannot use still pictures as the camcorder records the picture. • After the photo recording is finished, the camera enters record pause mode. • When the title or date is ...
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... wide-converter lens or the tele-converter lens with continued use . 51 Advanced Functions Make your nearest Canon Service Center. Notes: • Continuous recording time is about 5 feet (2 m). 1. It and surrounding... reduce the risk of fire or injury. • Keep a safe distance between the subject and camcorder is reduced with the video light. • When the bulb has reached the end of its ...• Use with caution to the OFF position. Turn the program selector to make clear, colorful recordings of the video light. Caution: • Do not touch the bulb protector during use ...
... wide-converter lens or the tele-converter lens with continued use . 51 Advanced Functions Make your nearest Canon Service Center. Notes: • Continuous recording time is about 5 feet (2 m). 1. It and surrounding... reduce the risk of fire or injury. • Keep a safe distance between the subject and camcorder is reduced with the video light. • When the bulb has reached the end of its ...• Use with caution to the OFF position. Turn the program selector to make clear, colorful recordings of the video light. Caution: • Do not touch the bulb protector during use ...
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... operate correctly, owing to PAL60 mode. Press the MENU button to select your TV instruction manual for recording and playing back tapes. The ES8600 cannot record in the NTSC system on televisions operable on p. 24. 2. Turn the SELECT dial to close the menu. • PAL60..., even with the proper settings. Check whether the television can handle 60Hz automatically. (see p. 27) PAL60...........OFF 1. PAL TV Playback E This camcorder uses the NTSC system for details. 3. Connect the camera to a TV set to view cassettes recorded in the PAL system. * Some televisions can...
... operate correctly, owing to PAL60 mode. Press the MENU button to select your TV instruction manual for recording and playing back tapes. The ES8600 cannot record in the NTSC system on televisions operable on p. 24. 2. Turn the SELECT dial to close the menu. • PAL60..., even with the proper settings. Check whether the television can handle 60Hz automatically. (see p. 27) PAL60...........OFF 1. PAL TV Playback E This camcorder uses the NTSC system for details. 3. Connect the camera to a TV set to view cassettes recorded in the PAL system. * Some televisions can...
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... not being used . To prevent damage therefore, aim to use , and wipe them . • Store the battery pack in an area which battery pack and camcorder are dirty. Taking care of moisture and where the temperature is directly attached to the battery pack, and reduce usage time. Check them before . Storing...
... not being used . To prevent damage therefore, aim to use , and wipe them . • Store the battery pack in an area which battery pack and camcorder are dirty. Taking care of moisture and where the temperature is directly attached to the battery pack, and reduce usage time. Check them before . Storing...
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Optional Accessories E Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for your car's cigarette lighter socket and runs off ): Using LCD screen Using viewfinder BP-911K 1 hr. 30 min. 2 hrs. 5 min. CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder This holds two battery packs and can then be ... your camera or recharge battery packs on the move, the car battery adapter plugs into your Canon camcorder by a factor of the extra range. • If you have a "professional-type" monitor, there may be connected to the ES8600 to give twice the recording time. BP-945 4 hrs. 55 min. 6 hrs. 25 min. BP...
Optional Accessories E Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for your car's cigarette lighter socket and runs off ): Using LCD screen Using viewfinder BP-911K 1 hr. 30 min. 2 hrs. 5 min. CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder This holds two battery packs and can then be ... your camera or recharge battery packs on the move, the car battery adapter plugs into your Canon camcorder by a factor of the extra range. • If you have a "professional-type" monitor, there may be connected to the ES8600 to give twice the recording time. BP-945 4 hrs. 55 min. 6 hrs. 25 min. BP...
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..., 43 Condensation, 65 Connection to TV or VCR, 24 Custom Keys, 29 Î Date/title color, 36 Date and Time Display, 32-33 Demonstration, 16 Digital Effects, 47-50 Digital Zoom, 17... Ï Fade, 37 Fast forward/Fast Forward Playback, 22 Feed back, 24 Finding Your Way Around the ES8600, 8-9 FlexiZone AE, 44 FlexiZone AF, 41 FlexiZone Recording, 39 Focusing, 41-42 ˝ Ghost, 49...211; Head Cleaning, 64 High-Speed Search, 23 ˆ Image Stabilizer, 31 Introducing the Camcorder, 7 Ò Lithium Battery, 58 LCD Screen, 19-21 Loading Cassettes, 13 Â Maintenance, 64 Making Better Videos, 25-26 ...
..., 43 Condensation, 65 Connection to TV or VCR, 24 Custom Keys, 29 Î Date/title color, 36 Date and Time Display, 32-33 Demonstration, 16 Digital Effects, 47-50 Digital Zoom, 17... Ï Fade, 37 Fast forward/Fast Forward Playback, 22 Feed back, 24 Finding Your Way Around the ES8600, 8-9 FlexiZone AE, 44 FlexiZone AF, 41 FlexiZone Recording, 39 Focusing, 41-42 ˝ Ghost, 49...211; Head Cleaning, 64 High-Speed Search, 23 ˆ Image Stabilizer, 31 Introducing the Camcorder, 7 Ò Lithium Battery, 58 LCD Screen, 19-21 Loading Cassettes, 13 Â Maintenance, 64 Making Better Videos, 25-26 ...