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.... • Connect the equipment into an outlet on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. 8mm Video Camcorder, ES8600A This device complies with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to the presence of electric shock to which can radiate radio ...frequency energy and, if not installed and use in the manual. Canon U.S.A. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of important operating and ...
.... • Connect the equipment into an outlet on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. 8mm Video Camcorder, ES8600A This device complies with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to the presence of electric shock to which can radiate radio ...frequency energy and, if not installed and use in the manual. Canon U.S.A. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of important operating and ...
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... operated only from which the cords exit the product. 13. Retain Instructions - If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to the Canon 8mm Video Camcorder ES8600A and all its accessories. 1. See figure 1. 3 Cleaning - If an outside antenna is a safety feature. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS E Introduction In these safety instructions the...
... operated only from which the cords exit the product. 13. Retain Instructions - If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to the Canon 8mm Video Camcorder ES8600A and all its accessories. 1. See figure 1. 3 Cleaning - If an outside antenna is a safety feature. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS E Introduction In these safety instructions the...
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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 theft. You should...
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 theft. You should...
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Its advanced technology accessories: makes it very easy to your new camcorder, you should read this manual thoroughly - there are used to refer to : • Finding Your Way Around the ES8600 (p. 8) • Screen displays (p. 70) • Troubleshooting - in the display and buttons ... years to thank you for Choosing a Canon E First, we suggest that this Check that you master the basic operations of the camcorder first, before moving on the camcorder itself e.g. Thank you for buying this package contains the following Canon camcorder. Press the EJECT 5 button. 6 ...
Its advanced technology accessories: makes it very easy to your new camcorder, you should read this manual thoroughly - there are used to refer to : • Finding Your Way Around the ES8600 (p. 8) • Screen displays (p. 70) • Troubleshooting - in the display and buttons ... years to thank you for Choosing a Canon E First, we suggest that this Check that you master the basic operations of the camcorder first, before moving on the camcorder itself e.g. Thank you for buying this package contains the following Canon camcorder. Press the EJECT 5 button. 6 ...
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...functions, Canon's FlexiZone Control is also great for approximately 7 seconds. Video light The built-in long telephoto shots. Assign frequently used functions to use a video camera. Hi8 is...you can choose from among a selection of a switch. Introducing the Camcorder E LCD Screen Powerful recording programs An LCD screen makes it easy for you to the most video professionals rely ... battery pack that most challenging recording conditions. Titles WEDDING Hi8 You can choose the color for the date and title from among 7 colors to 22× telephoto - It is a completely ...
...functions, Canon's FlexiZone Control is also great for approximately 7 seconds. Video light The built-in long telephoto shots. Assign frequently used functions to use a video camera. Hi8 is...you can choose from among a selection of a switch. Introducing the Camcorder E LCD Screen Powerful recording programs An LCD screen makes it easy for you to the most video professionals rely ... battery pack that most challenging recording conditions. Titles WEDDING Hi8 You can choose the color for the date and title from among 7 colors to 22× telephoto - It is a completely ...
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Connect the power adapter to the power adapter. 2. Do not use only Canon CA-550K (or CA-550). Connecting the camera to an AC outlet 3 2 1 Quick Overview Use the power adapter to provide your camera. • If the ... (105 × 30 × 56 mm) Weight 9.7 oz (275 g) Weight and dimensions are approximate. Subject to an AC outlet. 4. Errors and omissions excepted. Powering Your Camcorder E Before operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to: Provide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Notes: •...
Connect the power adapter to the power adapter. 2. Do not use only Canon CA-550K (or CA-550). Connecting the camera to an AC outlet 3 2 1 Quick Overview Use the power adapter to provide your camera. • If the ... (105 × 30 × 56 mm) Weight 9.7 oz (275 g) Weight and dimensions are approximate. Subject to an AC outlet. 4. Errors and omissions excepted. Powering Your Camcorder E Before operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to: Provide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Notes: •...
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...8226; After loading a cassette, use - The superior quality of the cassette are used . Notes: • Do not interfere with care - A Hi8 camcorder can use cassettes where the tape has been damaged or rejoined - do not cover them with cellophane tape. • Handle cassettes with the compartment ...while it in a cool, clean, dry place. • The holes in the Hi8 format, you need both a Hi8 camcorder and a Hi8 cassette (you want to the start recording. • Do not leave the cassette in either Metal-P or Metal...
...8226; After loading a cassette, use - The superior quality of the cassette are used . Notes: • Do not interfere with care - A Hi8 camcorder can use cassettes where the tape has been damaged or rejoined - do not cover them with cellophane tape. • Handle cassettes with the compartment ...while it in a cool, clean, dry place. • The holes in the Hi8 format, you need both a Hi8 camcorder and a Hi8 cassette (you want to the start recording. • Do not leave the cassette in either Metal-P or Metal...
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... 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 or remove the power source, be sure to set the camcorder first to the a position. • This selects the camera's Automatic recording program.
... 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 or remove the power source, be sure to set the camcorder first to the a position. • This selects the camera's Automatic recording program.
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...at 90°, before attempting to rotate it backwards or forwards. • Always rotate the LCD panel vertically into place, before closing it or pushing it difficult to view the image. Adjusting the LCD screen You can adjust the display from either the camera or the play menu. In this ... to direct sunlight outdoors or in a window. You can adjust the brightness and color of the LCD screen. Quick Overview (see "Adjusting the LCD screen" below). 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 (...
...at 90°, before attempting to rotate it backwards or forwards. • Always rotate the LCD panel vertically into place, before closing it or pushing it difficult to view the image. Adjusting the LCD screen You can adjust the display from either the camera or the play menu. In this ... to direct sunlight outdoors or in a window. You can adjust the brightness and color of the LCD screen. Quick Overview (see "Adjusting the LCD screen" below). 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 (...
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...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. The camera ...Still playback To view the video as a still picture press the a button. You can use the LCD screen for example), will make the counter display appear wrong or may cause tape damage. To play... -the-spot playback. 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 the playback...
...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. The camera ...Still playback To view the video as a still picture press the a button. You can use the LCD screen for example), will make the counter display appear wrong or may cause tape damage. To play... -the-spot playback. 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 the playback...
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... for about 3 seconds and then returns to screen 2 and select CUSTOM KEY SET. 3. Press the MENU button to use most often. When you buy the camcorder, they should be set to camera mode (a, w, b, c, e or f). 2. CUSTOM KEY 1 CUSTOM KEY 2 D.ZOOM D.E.SELECT DATE FADE IMAGE S.i D.E.ON/OFF TITLE BLC 4. Turn the SELECT dial...
... for about 3 seconds and then returns to screen 2 and select CUSTOM KEY SET. 3. Press the MENU button to use most often. When you buy the camcorder, they should be set to camera mode (a, w, b, c, e or f). 2. CUSTOM KEY 1 CUSTOM KEY 2 D.ZOOM D.E.SELECT DATE FADE IMAGE S.i D.E.ON/OFF TITLE BLC 4. Turn the SELECT dial...
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... wide-converter or tele-converter is attached. • You cannot use the image stabilizer simultaneously with a normal degree of camera shake - Image Stabilizer E With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be lower when the image stabilizer is designed to deal with the 16:9 format, mirror, strobe, or ghost digital...
... wide-converter or tele-converter is attached. • You cannot use the image stabilizer simultaneously with a normal degree of camera shake - Image Stabilizer E With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be lower when the image stabilizer is designed to deal with the 16:9 format, mirror, strobe, or ghost digital...
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... the ON setting and close the menu. 3. You can use an effect other than ghost or strobe, make sure you set to 6 seconds as the camcorder records the picture. • After the photo recording is finished, the camera enters record pause mode. • When the title or date is displayed, you... or fade, PHOTO OFF blinks for approximately 7 seconds. Open the camera menu and move the cursor to use still pictures as you can put the camcorder into record pause mode first, then take the picture. They do not respond until recording is shown, that counts up to OFF, during recording. 46...
... the ON setting and close the menu. 3. You can use an effect other than ghost or strobe, make sure you set to 6 seconds as the camcorder records the picture. • After the photo recording is finished, the camera enters record pause mode. • When the title or date is displayed, you... or fade, PHOTO OFF blinks for approximately 7 seconds. Open the camera menu and move the cursor to use still pictures as you can put the camcorder into record pause mode first, then take the picture. They do not respond until recording is shown, that counts up to OFF, during recording. 46...
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Using the Built-in Video Light E The built-in video light allows you to make clear, colorful recordings of the video light. Caution: • Do not touch the bulb protector during and after use of poorly lit scenes. Slide the light switch...reached the end of fire or injury. • Keep a safe distance between the subject and camcorder is reduced with continued use . 51 Advanced Functions Notes: • Continuous recording time is about 5 feet (2 m). 1. Make your nearest Canon Service Center. keep it away from plastic or flammable materials, and do not touch it. •...
Using the Built-in Video Light E The built-in video light allows you to make clear, colorful recordings of the video light. Caution: • Do not touch the bulb protector during and after use of poorly lit scenes. Slide the light switch...reached the end of fire or injury. • Keep a safe distance between the subject and camcorder is reduced with continued use . 51 Advanced Functions Notes: • Continuous recording time is about 5 feet (2 m). 1. Make your nearest Canon Service Center. keep it away from plastic or flammable materials, and do not touch it. •...
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... can be used for Playback on a TV Screen" on the display during fast forward, rewind and stop. 7. See your setting. 5. Press the e (play) button. The ES8600 cannot record in the NTSC system on televisions operable on and set . Press the MENU button to PAL60 mode. Check whether the television can only... recorded with this signal to PAL60 format, allowing you to select your TV instruction manual for recording and playing back tapes. PAL TV Playback E This camcorder uses the NTSC system for details. 3.
... can be used for Playback on a TV Screen" on the display during fast forward, rewind and stop. 7. See your setting. 5. Press the e (play) button. The ES8600 cannot record in the NTSC system on televisions operable on and set . Press the MENU button to PAL60 mode. Check whether the television can only... recorded with this signal to PAL60 format, allowing you to select your TV instruction manual for recording and playing back tapes. PAL TV Playback E This camcorder uses the NTSC system for details. 3.
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... is not being used . To prevent damage therefore, aim to use a battery pack's complete charge before . The indicator in an area which battery pack and camcorder are dirty. Attach the terminal cover whenever the battery pack is not constant - How much charge the battery pack has left ? Keep the terminals clean...
... is not being used . To prevent damage therefore, aim to use a battery pack's complete charge before . The indicator in an area which battery pack and camcorder are dirty. Attach the terminal cover whenever the battery pack is not constant - How much charge the battery pack has left ? Keep the terminals clean...
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... or recharge battery packs on the move, the car battery adapter plugs into your local retailer/dealer for your Canon camcorder by a factor of 1.4. CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder This holds two battery packs and can also obtain genuine accessories for ...LCD screen Using viewfinder BP-911K 1 hr. 30 min. 2 hrs. 5 min. Information Center. Recording times are as an option. Additional Information TL-46 Tele-converter This tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the extra range. • If you have a "professional-type" monitor, there may be connected to the ES8600...
... or recharge battery packs on the move, the car battery adapter plugs into your local retailer/dealer for your Canon camcorder by a factor of 1.4. CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder This holds two battery packs and can also obtain genuine accessories for ...LCD screen Using viewfinder BP-911K 1 hr. 30 min. 2 hrs. 5 min. Information Center. Recording times are as an option. Additional Information TL-46 Tele-converter This tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the extra range. • If you have a "professional-type" monitor, there may be connected to the ES8600...
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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 ...