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WARNING! Digital Video Camcorder FS40 A / FS400 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ... make any interference received, including interference that may infringe on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in the manual. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Use of FCC Rules. Canon U.S.A., Inc. These limits are designed to stop operation of copyrighted materials may cause undesired operation. If this device must accept...
WARNING! Digital Video Camcorder FS40 A / FS400 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ... make any interference received, including interference that may infringe on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in the manual. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Use of FCC Rules. Canon U.S.A., Inc. These limits are designed to stop operation of copyrighted materials may cause undesired operation. If this device must accept...
FS40 / FS400 Instruction Manual
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... and maintenance instructions should be read before cleaning. Do not use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 11 Unplug this manual as power-supply cord or plug is operated. 14 Retain Instructions - The wide blade or the third prong are provided...normally, or has been dropped. 13 Read Instructions - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder FS40 A / FS400 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to...
... and maintenance instructions should be read before cleaning. Do not use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 11 Unplug this manual as power-supply cord or plug is operated. 14 Retain Instructions - The wide blade or the third prong are provided...normally, or has been dropped. 13 Read Instructions - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder FS40 A / FS400 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to...
FS40 / FS400 Instruction Manual
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Table of contents Introduction 8 Exciting Features 12 About this Manual 14 Getting to Know the Camcorder 14 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 16 Names of Parts Preparations 19 Getting Started 19 Charging the Battery Pack 22 Preparing the Accessories 23 ...Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 25 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 25 Operating Modes 27 Joystick and Joystick Guide 27 Using the Menus 30 First Time Settings 30 Setting the Date and Time 31 Changing the...
Table of contents Introduction 8 Exciting Features 12 About this Manual 14 Getting to Know the Camcorder 14 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 16 Names of Parts Preparations 19 Getting Started 19 Charging the Battery Pack 22 Preparing the Accessories 23 ...Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 25 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 25 Operating Modes 27 Joystick and Joystick Guide 27 Using the Menus 30 First Time Settings 30 Setting the Date and Time 31 Changing the...
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...Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon FS40 / FS400. "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you press the Start/Stop button to start recording until you press again to pause the recording. • The photos included in this manual are used in this manual...: When not specified as "memory card" or "built-in memory", the term "memory" by itself refers to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating...
...Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon FS40 / FS400. "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you press the Start/Stop button to start recording until you press again to pause the recording. • The photos included in this manual are used in this manual...: When not specified as "memory card" or "built-in memory", the term "memory" by itself refers to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating...
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... players. * The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the camcorder (this manual as background music. • PIXELA's VideoBrowser CD-ROM* - These music files are supplied with the supplied PIXELA's software. The full-version instruction manual of the software (on PDF file). The disc... cannot be used as background music during playback. Use Transfer Utility for exclusive use as "Camcorder Supplemental Disc") - Music data - Introduction 15 The...
... players. * The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the camcorder (this manual as background music. • PIXELA's VideoBrowser CD-ROM* - These music files are supplied with the supplied PIXELA's software. The full-version instruction manual of the software (on PDF file). The disc... cannot be used as background music during playback. Use Transfer Utility for exclusive use as "Camcorder Supplemental Disc") - Music data - Introduction 15 The...
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...overexposed on the screen. - When you take photos, slower shutter speeds are used so blur is more you can have the camcorder automatically correct for example, by mounting it on the screen. • [ Low Light]: - Automatic Backlight Correction When shooting subjects...the camcorder, for backlight. Operating modes: 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. NOTES • [ Portrait]/[ Sports]/[ Snow]/[ Beach]: The picture may not appear smooth during playback. • [ Portrait]: The blur effect of the background increases the more likely to occur. In such case, adjust the focus manually....
...overexposed on the screen. - When you take photos, slower shutter speeds are used so blur is more you can have the camcorder automatically correct for example, by mounting it on the screen. • [ Low Light]: - Automatic Backlight Correction When shooting subjects...the camcorder, for backlight. Operating modes: 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. NOTES • [ Portrait]/[ Sports]/[ Snow]/[ Beach]: The picture may not appear smooth during playback. • [ Portrait]: The blur effect of the background increases the more likely to occur. In such case, adjust the focus manually....
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...exposure will be locked. • During exposure lock, press twice to return the camcorder to automatic exposure. Exposure • The current exposure is changed during exposure lock, the camcorder will vary depending on the initial brightness of the picture. • If you operate...program is locked. • The exposure adjustment indicator and the neutral value "±0" appear on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. • Reflective surfaces • Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines • Fast moving subjects • Through wet windows ...
...exposure will be locked. • During exposure lock, press twice to return the camcorder to automatic exposure. Exposure • The current exposure is changed during exposure lock, the camcorder will vary depending on the initial brightness of the picture. • If you operate...program is locked. • The exposure adjustment indicator and the neutral value "±0" appear on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. • Reflective surfaces • Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines • Fast moving subjects • Through wet windows ...
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About the Data Code With every scene or photo recorded, the camcorder keeps a data code (date/time of the icons and displays that appears automatically but will turn off . in mode, you can turn most on-screen ... bottom bar; Operating modes: Repeatedly press DISP. played with the [Data Code] setting. 66 Video will not remove onscreen displays that were turned on manually (for example, onscreen markers or the joystick guide). to be dis- On-Screen Displays and Data Code You can select the information to turn the...
About the Data Code With every scene or photo recorded, the camcorder keeps a data code (date/time of the icons and displays that appears automatically but will turn off . in mode, you can turn most on-screen ... bottom bar; Operating modes: Repeatedly press DISP. played with the [Data Code] setting. 66 Video will not remove onscreen displays that were turned on manually (for example, onscreen markers or the joystick guide). to be dis- On-Screen Displays and Data Code You can select the information to turn the...
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... which you play back your recordings with the Video ID-1 system. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the connected TV. 4 Turn on the camcorder and set will ensure the best playback quality. Play back the movies or photos. NOTES • We recommend powering the... to or mode. Playback on a TV Screen Connect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your 16:9 movies on standard TV sets with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the TV set it is compatible with family and friends. Refer to the instruction manual of the TV manually. 82 External Connections Playback on the connected TV....
... which you play back your recordings with the Video ID-1 system. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the connected TV. 4 Turn on the camcorder and set will ensure the best playback quality. Play back the movies or photos. NOTES • We recommend powering the... to or mode. Playback on a TV Screen Connect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your 16:9 movies on standard TV sets with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the TV set it is compatible with family and friends. Refer to the instruction manual of the TV manually. 82 External Connections Playback on the connected TV....
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...more ), you wish to end the connection with analog audio/video inputs. Operating modes: Connecting Connect the camcorder to record pause mode. Try using Connection 1 ( 81). Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer. - Recording 1 External device: Load a blank cassette or disc and set the ... • If you may result in permanent data loss. - • Operation may result in scenes that were previously saved to the computer's instruction manual. • Depending on the number of them first. Do not disconnect the USB cable. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - ...
...more ), you wish to end the connection with analog audio/video inputs. Operating modes: Connecting Connect the camcorder to record pause mode. Try using Connection 1 ( 81). Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer. - Recording 1 External device: Load a blank cassette or disc and set the ... • If you may result in permanent data loss. - • Operation may result in scenes that were previously saved to the computer's instruction manual. • Depending on the number of them first. Do not disconnect the USB cable. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - ...
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...card ( 105) IMPORTANT Using an Eye-Fi card: • This product is not guaranteed to Eye-Fi's homepage and the instruction manual of the video files in the camcorder and make sure there is sufficient available space on the card. 2 Convert the desired movie ( 86). • When the conversion ...is completed, press . • If you are within the range of the wireless communication is 88 External Connections Error reading from the camcorder. Please read the IMPORTANT section before using an Eye-Fi card. 1 Insert your Eye-Fi card in the memory card. You will copy the...
...card ( 105) IMPORTANT Using an Eye-Fi card: • This product is not guaranteed to Eye-Fi's homepage and the instruction manual of the video files in the camcorder and make sure there is sufficient available space on the card. 2 Convert the desired movie ( 86). • When the conversion ...is completed, press . • If you are within the range of the wireless communication is 88 External Connections Error reading from the camcorder. Please read the IMPORTANT section before using an Eye-Fi card. 1 Insert your Eye-Fi card in the memory card. You will copy the...
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.... [Onscreen Markers]: You can display a grid or a horizontal line at the center of the TV manually. erwise, change the [TV Type] setting accordingly. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you set the cam- Card] 35 [Rec Media for Photos]...4 sec], [ 8 sec] - [Self Timer] [ On ], [ Off] 61 [Onscreen Markers] [ Off], [ Level (White)], [ Level (Gray)], - [ Grid (White)], [ Grid (Gray)] [Widescreen]: The camcorder uses the full width of the image sensor providing high-resolution 16:9 recordings. • Since the screen on a TV with the Video ID-1 system will...
.... [Onscreen Markers]: You can display a grid or a horizontal line at the center of the TV manually. erwise, change the [TV Type] setting accordingly. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you set the cam- Card] 35 [Rec Media for Photos]...4 sec], [ 8 sec] - [Self Timer] [ On ], [ Off] 61 [Onscreen Markers] [ Off], [ Level (White)], [ Level (Gray)], - [ Grid (White)], [ Grid (Gray)] [Widescreen]: The camcorder uses the full width of the image sensor providing high-resolution 16:9 recordings. • Since the screen on a TV with the Video ID-1 system will...
FS40 / FS400 Instruction Manual
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...malfunction. - Additional Information 103 The point where Start/Stop was pressed. The camcorder will differ from when Start/Stop was pressed does not match the beginning/end of recording. Focus manually ( 58). - This may not be recorded properly. - Delete some operations may ...than usual. Autofocus does not work on or flashing). Clean the lens with the camcorder. Save your recordings ( 83) and initialize the memory ( 35). Consult a Canon Service Center. The camcorder may become hot after using another device. Playback Cannot add scenes to the playlist ...
...malfunction. - Additional Information 103 The point where Start/Stop was pressed. The camcorder will differ from when Start/Stop was pressed does not match the beginning/end of recording. Focus manually ( 58). - This may not be recorded properly. - Delete some operations may ...than usual. Autofocus does not work on or flashing). Clean the lens with the camcorder. Save your recordings ( 83) and initialize the memory ( 35). Consult a Canon Service Center. The camcorder may become hot after using another device. Playback Cannot add scenes to the playlist ...
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• Lens Configuration: 10 elements in 8 groups (1 double-sided, aspheric element) • AF System TTL autofocus or Manual focus (for movies only) • Minimum Focusing Distance 1 m (3.3 ft.); 1 cm (0.39 in .) • Weight: 135 g (4.8 oz.) Additional ...- 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) • Dimensions [W x H x D] (excluding the grip belt): 53 x 59 x 122 mm (2.1 x 2.3 x 4.8 in.) • Weight (camcorder body only): 220 g (7.8 oz.) CA-570 Compact Power Adapter • Power supply: 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz • Rated output / consumption: 8.4 V DC, 1.5 A / 29 VA...
• Lens Configuration: 10 elements in 8 groups (1 double-sided, aspheric element) • AF System TTL autofocus or Manual focus (for movies only) • Minimum Focusing Distance 1 m (3.3 ft.); 1 cm (0.39 in .) • Weight: 135 g (4.8 oz.) Additional ...- 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) • Dimensions [W x H x D] (excluding the grip belt): 53 x 59 x 122 mm (2.1 x 2.3 x 4.8 in.) • Weight (camcorder body only): 220 g (7.8 oz.) CA-570 Compact Power Adapter • Power supply: 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz • Rated output / consumption: 8.4 V DC, 1.5 A / 29 VA...
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... . . . . . 97, 101 Charging 19 Remaining charge indicator . 101 Beach (recording program 52 Built-in backup battery 117 C Calendar 46 Camcorder supplemental disc . . . 15 Condensation 118 Connections to external devices 80 Copying* Movies 70 Photos 78 D Data code 66, 94 Date and time ...memory 35 J Joystick 27 Joystick guide 27 L Language 31 LCD screen 23 Low light (recording program) . . . . 52 M Maintenance 118 Manual exposure 57 Manual focus 58 Markers 92 Memory card 32, 116 Mini video light 61 N Night scene (recording program) . . 52 Notification sounds 95 O Onscreen...
... . . . . . 97, 101 Charging 19 Remaining charge indicator . 101 Beach (recording program 52 Built-in backup battery 117 C Calendar 46 Camcorder supplemental disc . . . 15 Condensation 118 Connections to external devices 80 Copying* Movies 70 Photos 78 D Data code 66, 94 Date and time ...memory 35 J Joystick 27 Joystick guide 27 L Language 31 LCD screen 23 Low light (recording program) . . . . 52 M Maintenance 118 Manual exposure 57 Manual focus 58 Markers 92 Memory card 32, 116 Mini video light 61 N Night scene (recording program) . . 52 Notification sounds 95 O Onscreen...