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... FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Digital Video Camcorder FS40 A / FS400 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,...to the following two conditions: (1) This device may infringe on a circuit different from that to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If this device must accept any changes or modifications to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in Subpart...
... FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Digital Video Camcorder FS40 A / FS400 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,...to the following two conditions: (1) This device may infringe on a circuit different from that to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If this device must accept any changes or modifications to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in Subpart...
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... permanently damage the camera. 20 Water and Moisture - 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...wider than the other sources of the obsolete outlet. 9 Protect the power cord from being walked on the product and in this manual. 18 Accessories - They may be cleaned only as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce ...
... permanently damage the camera. 20 Water and Moisture - 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...wider than the other sources of the obsolete outlet. 9 Protect the power cord from being walked on the product and in this manual. 18 Accessories - They may be cleaned only as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce ...
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... cart combination should be routed so that could result in this product yourself as to dangerous voltage or other ). Do not attempt to service this manual. 23 Polarization -
... cart combination should be routed so that could result in this product yourself as to dangerous voltage or other ). Do not attempt to service this manual. 23 Polarization -
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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 ...
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 ...
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... Exposure and Special Scene Recording Programs 53 Automatic Backlight Correction 54 Advanced Image Stabilization 54 Pre-Recording 55 Video Snapshot 56 Digital Effects 57 Manual Exposure Adjustment 58 Manual Focus Adjustment 59 White Balance 60 Image Effects 61 Mini Video Light 61 Self Timer 62 Selecting the Playback Starting Point 63 Playing...
... Exposure and Special Scene Recording Programs 53 Automatic Backlight Correction 54 Advanced Image Stabilization 54 Pre-Recording 55 Video Snapshot 56 Digital Effects 57 Manual Exposure Adjustment 58 Manual Focus Adjustment 59 White Balance 60 Image Effects 61 Mini Video Light 61 Self Timer 62 Selecting the Playback Starting Point 63 Playing...
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...; : Text that applies only to pause the recording. • The photos included in this 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 the model shown in the icon. • The following terms are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. Please read this manual are ...
...; : Text that applies only to pause the recording. • The photos included in this 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 the model shown in the icon. • The following terms are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. Please read this manual are ...
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...These music files are supplied with the supplied PIXELA's software. In addition to in this PDF file). - The full-version instruction manual of Transfer Utility, you can use VideoBrowser for managing, editing, and playing back movies. • Instruction... Manual/Music Data CD-ROM (referred to all the functionality of the camcorder (this manual as background music. • PIXELA's VideoBrowser CD-ROM* - Introduction 15 Music data - Use Transfer Utility for ...
...These music files are supplied with the supplied PIXELA's software. In addition to in this PDF file). - The full-version instruction manual of Transfer Utility, you can use VideoBrowser for managing, editing, and playing back movies. • Instruction... Manual/Music Data CD-ROM (referred to all the functionality of the camcorder (this manual as background music. • PIXELA's VideoBrowser CD-ROM* - Introduction 15 Music data - Use Transfer Utility for ...
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In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [ Fireworks]: - When you take photos, slower shutter speeds are used so blur is more you can have the camcorder automatically correct for example, by ...
In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [ Fireworks]: - When you take photos, slower shutter speeds are used so blur is more you can have the camcorder automatically correct for example, by ...
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... recording or in record pause mode ( ), then press Start/Stop to record the photo. When you apply an effect, the sound will turn white again). Manual Exposure Adjustment At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). To...-recording is activated. Activate the selected fader while recording ( ), then press Start/Stop to fade out and pause the recording. NOTES • When you can manually adjust the exposure. Operating modes: Video 57
... recording or in record pause mode ( ), then press Start/Stop to record the photo. When you apply an effect, the sound will turn white again). Manual Exposure Adjustment At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). To...-recording is activated. Activate the selected fader while recording ( ), then press Start/Stop to fade out and pause the recording. NOTES • When you can manually adjust the exposure. Operating modes: Video 57
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...a recording program other than [ Fireworks]. 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) [ Exposure] and press . In such case, focus manually. • Reflective surfaces • Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines • Fast moving subjects • Through wet windows • Night scenes... Operating modes: 58 Video Manual Focus Adjustment Autofocus may change. 3 Adjust the ( ) the brightness of the image may not work well on the initial brightness of...
...a recording program other than [ Fireworks]. 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) [ Exposure] and press . In such case, focus manually. • Reflective surfaces • Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines • Fast moving subjects • Through wet windows • Night scenes... Operating modes: 58 Video Manual Focus Adjustment Autofocus may change. 3 Adjust the ( ) the brightness of the image may not work well on the initial brightness of...
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... You can select the information to turn most of recording, information about the camera setup, etc.). will not remove onscreen displays that were turned on manually (for example, onscreen markers or the joystick guide). played with the [Data Code] setting. 66 Video About the Data Code With every scene or...
... You can select the information to turn most of recording, information about the camera setup, etc.). will not remove onscreen displays that were turned on manually (for example, onscreen markers or the joystick guide). played with the [Data Code] setting. 66 Video About the Data Code With every scene or...
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Refer to the instruction manual of the connected TV. 4 Turn on the camcorder and set will ensure the best playback quality. Play back the movies or photos. On the TV, ...select as the video input the same terminal to or mode. NOTES • We recommend powering the camcorder using one of the TV manually. 82 External Connections Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the high-definition connections will switch automatically to the TV. Operating modes: 1 Turn off the...
Refer to the instruction manual of the connected TV. 4 Turn on the camcorder and set will ensure the best playback quality. Play back the movies or photos. On the TV, ...select as the video input the same terminal to or mode. NOTES • We recommend powering the camcorder using one of the TV manually. 82 External Connections Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the high-definition connections will switch automatically to the TV. Operating modes: 1 Turn off the...
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... cable. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Doing so may result in permanent data loss. - NOTES • Refer also to the computer's instruction manual. • Depending on the number of photos on the camcorder. Operating modes: Connecting Connect the camcorder to the VCR using a card reader. • Always use...
... cable. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Doing so may result in permanent data loss. - NOTES • Refer also to the computer's instruction manual. • Depending on the number of photos on the camcorder. Operating modes: Connecting Connect the camcorder to the VCR using a card reader. • Always use...
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For details about the configuration and the latest information on compatible Web sites, refer to Eye-Fi's homepage and the instruction manual of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please check with your movies, after the conversion is completed. • The status of the video files ...
For details about the configuration and the latest information on compatible Web sites, refer to Eye-Fi's homepage and the instruction manual of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please check with your movies, after the conversion is completed. • The status of the video files ...
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... of the screen with black sidebars. • Playing back a widescreen recording: TV sets compatible with a 4:3 aspect ratio will appear in 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- ings with the Video...
... of the screen with black sidebars. • Playing back a widescreen recording: TV sets compatible with a 4:3 aspect ratio will appear in 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- ings with the Video...
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... ( 57) 2 Recording program ( 51) 3 White balance ( 59) 4 Image effect ( 60) 5 Digital effect ( 56) 6 Recording mode ( 39) 7 Manual focus ( 58) 8 Automatic backlight correction ( 53) 9 Pre-recording ( 54) A q Memory operation ( 101) A a Remaining battery time ( 101) As While recording/during playback: Scene counter (hours : minutes : ...
... ( 57) 2 Recording program ( 51) 3 White balance ( 59) 4 Image effect ( 60) 5 Digital effect ( 56) 6 Recording mode ( 39) 7 Manual focus ( 58) 8 Automatic backlight correction ( 53) 9 Pre-recording ( 54) A q Memory operation ( 101) A a Remaining battery time ( 101) As While recording/during playback: Scene counter (hours : minutes : ...
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... already contains the maximum number of the recording. - Wait until the camcorder has finished. - The memory is on the subject. Focus manually ( 58). - Save your recordings ( 83) and initialize the memory ( 35). If the camcorder becomes unusually hot or it continuously...Pressing Start/Stop will not focus. - Clean the lens with the camcorder. When the memory contains a large number of 99 scenes. - Consult a Canon Service Center. Additional Information 103 When the pre-recording function is a slight interval between recording ( )/record pause ( )/playback ( ) takes...
... already contains the maximum number of the recording. - Wait until the camcorder has finished. - The memory is on the subject. Focus manually ( 58). - Save your recordings ( 83) and initialize the memory ( 35). If the camcorder becomes unusually hot or it continuously...Pressing Start/Stop will not focus. - Clean the lens with the camcorder. When the memory contains a large number of 99 scenes. - Consult a Canon Service Center. Additional Information 103 When the pre-recording function is a slight interval between recording ( )/record pause ( )/playback ( ) takes...
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...) Terminals • AV OUT Terminal ∅ 3.5 mm minijack; • 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 Information 125
...) Terminals • AV OUT Terminal ∅ 3.5 mm minijack; • 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 Information 125
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The information in .) • Weight: 46 g (1.6 oz) Weight and dimensions are approximate. BP-808 Battery Pack • Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery, compatible with Intelligent System • Rated voltage: 7.4 V DC • Operating temperature: 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) • Battery capacity: 890 mAh (typical); 6.3 Wh / 850 mAh (minimum) • Dimensions: 30.7 x 23.3 x 40.2 mm (1.2 x 0.92 x 1.6 in this manual is verified as of December 2010. Subject to change without notice. 126 Additional Information Errors and omissions excepted.
The information in .) • Weight: 46 g (1.6 oz) Weight and dimensions are approximate. BP-808 Battery Pack • Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery, compatible with Intelligent System • Rated voltage: 7.4 V DC • Operating temperature: 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) • Battery capacity: 890 mAh (typical); 6.3 Wh / 850 mAh (minimum) • Dimensions: 30.7 x 23.3 x 40.2 mm (1.2 x 0.92 x 1.6 in this manual is verified as of December 2010. Subject to change without notice. 126 Additional Information Errors and omissions excepted.
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... Index screen 45 Initializing the 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 display selection 66...
... Index screen 45 Initializing the 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 display selection 66...