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...and on the rights of copyright owners and be required to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. WARNING! If this device must accept any changes or modifications to radio or television ... DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Use of the equipment. Important Introduction Usage Instructions WARNING! Digital Video Camcorder FS40 A / FS400 A systems This device complies with the limits for help. These limits are designed to stop operation of shielded cable is connected...
...and on the rights of copyright owners and be required to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. WARNING! If this device must accept any changes or modifications to radio or television ... DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Use of the equipment. Important Introduction Usage Instructions WARNING! Digital Video Camcorder FS40 A / FS400 A systems This device complies with the limits for help. These limits are designed to stop operation of shielded cable is connected...
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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 qualified service personnel. A grounding type plug has two ...
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 qualified service personnel. A grounding type plug has two ...
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... are just but a few examples of the many easy-to your shooting experience. Pre-recording ( 54) When pre-recording is activated, the camcorder starts recording video continuously into a video clip set to -use functions. Image Stabilization ( 54) Dynamic IS compensates for the first time or are... that can record in the built-in memory or on commercially available memory cards ( 35). Exciting Features Whether you are using a camcorder for camcorder shake when you shoot video while walking. Dual Flash Memory You can enrich your favorite background music. This gives you started 3 seconds...
... are just but a few examples of the many easy-to your shooting experience. Pre-recording ( 54) When pre-recording is activated, the camcorder starts recording video continuously into a video clip set to -use functions. Image Stabilization ( 54) Dynamic IS compensates for the first time or are... that can record in the built-in memory or on commercially available memory cards ( 35). Exciting Features Whether you are using a camcorder for camcorder shake when you shoot video while walking. Dual Flash Memory You can enrich your favorite background music. This gives you started 3 seconds...
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... 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 Language 31 Changing the Time Zone 32 Using a Memory Card 32 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 34 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 35 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 35 Initializing the Memory Table of contents 9
... 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 Language 31 Changing the Time Zone 32 Using a Memory Card 32 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 34 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 35 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 35 Initializing the Memory Table of contents 9
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...102 Trouble? 102 Troubleshooting 107 List of Messages 114 Do's and Don'ts 114 Handling Precautions 118 Maintenance/Others 119 Using the Camcorder Abroad 120 General Information 120 Accessories 121 Optional Accessories 123 Product Codes 124 Specifications 128 Index Table of contents 11 ... 74 Viewing Photos 76 Slideshow 76 Deleting Photos 78 Copying Photos to a Memory Card External Connections 80 Terminals on the Camcorder 80 Connection Diagrams 82 Playback on a TV Screen 83 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 83 Saving Recordings on a Computer 85 Copying ...
...102 Trouble? 102 Troubleshooting 107 List of Messages 114 Do's and Don'ts 114 Handling Precautions 118 Maintenance/Others 119 Using the Camcorder Abroad 120 General Information 120 Accessories 121 Optional Accessories 123 Product Codes 124 Specifications 128 Index Table of contents 11 ... 74 Viewing Photos 76 Slideshow 76 Deleting Photos 78 Copying Photos to a Memory Card External Connections 80 Terminals on the Camcorder 80 Connection Diagrams 82 Playback on a TV Screen 83 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 83 Saving Recordings on a Computer 85 Copying ...
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... in this manual carefully before you for future reference. Please read this manual are used in this Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon FS40 / FS400. Unless indicated otherwise, illustrations and menu icons refer to Troubleshooting ( 102). About this manual: When not specified as "memory card" or...
... in this manual carefully before you for future reference. Please read this manual are used in this Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon FS40 / FS400. Unless indicated otherwise, illustrations and menu icons refer to Troubleshooting ( 102). About this manual: When not specified as "memory card" or...
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Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-808 Battery PackW XIFC-300PCU/S USB Cable STV-250N Stereo Video CableW Yellow • Red • White plugs XQuick Guide Installation Guide for PIXELA'sW Software 14 Introduction
Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-808 Battery PackW XIFC-300PCU/S USB Cable STV-250N Stereo Video CableW Yellow • Red • White plugs XQuick Guide Installation Guide for PIXELA'sW Software 14 Introduction
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...music. • PIXELA's VideoBrowser CD-ROM* - Music files that can use with the camcorder: • PIXELA's Transfer Utility CD-ROM* - Introduction 15 The disc cannot be used as "Camcorder Supplemental Disc") - Instruction Manual - The full-version instruction manual of the software (on PDF...transferring movies and music files you can be played back on CD players. * The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the camcorder (this manual as background music during playback. Use Transfer Utility for managing, editing, and playing back movies. • Instruction Manual/...
...music. • PIXELA's VideoBrowser CD-ROM* - Music files that can use with the camcorder: • PIXELA's Transfer Utility CD-ROM* - Introduction 15 The disc cannot be used as "Camcorder Supplemental Disc") - Instruction Manual - The full-version instruction manual of the software (on PDF...transferring movies and music files you can be played back on CD players. * The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the camcorder (this manual as background music during playback. Use Transfer Utility for managing, editing, and playing back movies. • Instruction Manual/...
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... displayed accurately. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to help you use the camcorder until it and then use a battery pack, fully charge it clicks. 2 Preparations 19 Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus... approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. The first time you learn more about your camcorder.
... displayed accurately. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to help you use the camcorder until it and then use a battery pack, fully charge it clicks. 2 Preparations 19 Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus... approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. The first time you learn more about your camcorder.
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... the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when the battery pack is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. 7 Charging will start flashing in red (battery pack charging). The red ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you turn off... the camcorder. 3 Close the cover and slide it toward the lens until you hear a click. 4 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter. 5 Plug the ...
... the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when the battery pack is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. 7 Charging will start flashing in red (battery pack charging). The red ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you turn off... the camcorder. 3 Close the cover and slide it toward the lens until you hear a click. 4 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter. 5 Plug the ...
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... compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is an issue, you hear a click. Outside the temperature range of use with this camcorder. • To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to discharge naturally. Battery release... latch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder, important data is updated in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). NOTES •...
... compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is an issue, you hear a click. Outside the temperature range of use with this camcorder. • To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to discharge naturally. Battery release... latch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder, important data is updated in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). NOTES •...
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... can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Start/Stop button with your thumb. Pull the strap to remove it from the camcorder's front bracket. 2 Pull the other end of the strap through the buckle and remove it from the Velcro pad. To remove the grip belt 1 Lift... the padded handgrip's flap and detach the strap from the camcorder's rear bracket. 22 Preparations Adjust the grip belt so that powers the product is recyclable. Preparing the Accessories Fasten the grip belt. Please call...
... can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Start/Stop button with your thumb. Pull the strap to remove it from the camcorder's front bracket. 2 Pull the other end of the strap through the buckle and remove it from the Velcro pad. To remove the grip belt 1 Lift... the padded handgrip's flap and detach the strap from the camcorder's rear bracket. 22 Preparations Adjust the grip belt so that powers the product is recyclable. Preparing the Accessories Fasten the grip belt. Please call...
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This has no effect on the camcorder, thread the wrist strap through the rear bracket on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the pixels ...
This has no effect on the camcorder, thread the wrist strap through the rear bracket on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the pixels ...
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... effective usage time of the LCD screen with the [LCD Brightness] setting. 24 Preparations Repeat this action to use the LCD screen. With the camcorder on (bright). LCD Backlight When recording in bright places it brighter. pressed down for more than 2 seconds. Turn on the LCD backlight to make it...
... effective usage time of the LCD screen with the [LCD Brightness] setting. 24 Preparations Repeat this action to use the LCD screen. With the camcorder on (bright). LCD Backlight When recording in bright places it brighter. pressed down for more than 2 seconds. Turn on the LCD backlight to make it...
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... In mode, menus cannot be changed in this mode. - menu: Recording mode of movies and photos. Press the button to switch the camcorder to mode and press the button again to switch back to the menus and advanced functions. Recording of movies and photos while enjoying full access...mode. PHOTO for recording movies - Preparations 25 In either mode, you change the cam- Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Recording The camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video and photos: mode, for beginners or if you just prefer not to bother with ...
... In mode, menus cannot be changed in this mode. - menu: Recording mode of movies and photos. Press the button to switch the camcorder to mode and press the button again to switch back to the menus and advanced functions. Recording of movies and photos while enjoying full access...mode. PHOTO for recording movies - Preparations 25 In either mode, you change the cam- Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Recording The camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video and photos: mode, for beginners or if you just prefer not to bother with ...
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... switch to mode to view photos ( 45). • When switching to [ Off] in mode. • Even in playback mode. corder is off to switch the camcorder between camera (recording) mode and playback mode. NOTES • When switching to match special recording condi- - menu: [Rec Media for Movies]*, [Rec Media for recording... playback mode, the [Movies] index screen will be selected ( mode). You can help you with the settings. Use the tabs on directly in mode, the camcorder can press when the cam-
... switch to mode to view photos ( 45). • When switching to [ Off] in mode. • Even in playback mode. corder is off to switch the camcorder between camera (recording) mode and playback mode. NOTES • When switching to match special recording condi- - menu: [Rec Media for Movies]*, [Rec Media for recording... playback mode, the [Movies] index screen will be selected ( mode). You can help you with the settings. Use the tabs on directly in mode, the camcorder can press when the cam-
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...• or mode: Select ( ) a function and press to their default val- you can also maximize ( ) the joystick guide to operate the camcorder's menus. For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to operate the function on the left or right ( , ) to save the ... 27 Push the joy- The joystick guide will need to make further adjustments ( ). • mode: First, select ( ) a "row" of the camcorder's functions can still adjust or turn on the operat- On menu screens, this is minimized, you will minimize after pressing FUNC. . stick ( ) to ...
...• or mode: Select ( ) a function and press to their default val- you can also maximize ( ) the joystick guide to operate the camcorder's menus. For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to operate the function on the left or right ( , ) to save the ... 27 Push the joy- The joystick guide will need to make further adjustments ( ). • mode: First, select ( ) a "row" of the camcorder's functions can still adjust or turn on the operat- On menu screens, this is minimized, you will minimize after pressing FUNC. . stick ( ) to ...
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.... In such case, recharge the built-in lithium battery ( 117) and set . In subsequent screen displays the date and time will appear automatically when the camcorder's clock is not set the time zone, date and time again. • The date appears in a year-month-day format only in rechargeable lithium battery... • When you can also change the date and time later on (not during the initial setup). to the month. 2 Change the rest of the camcorder before you do not use the camcorder for example, [Jan. 1, 2011 12:00 AM]).
.... In such case, recharge the built-in lithium battery ( 117) and set . In subsequent screen displays the date and time will appear automatically when the camcorder's clock is not set the time zone, date and time again. • The date appears in a year-month-day format only in rechargeable lithium battery... • When you can also change the date and time later on (not during the initial setup). to the month. 2 Change the rest of the camcorder before you do not use the camcorder for example, [Jan. 1, 2011 12:00 AM]).
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... displays and that matches the local time at your location. Changing the Time Zone Change the time zone to the name of buttons on the camcorder and will not change, regardless of the language selected. The default setting is English. You can set the home time zone FUNC. [ Menu] [Time Zone... your destination. ** To adjust for daylight saving time, select the area name marked with a . Preparations 31 Changing the Language The default language of the camcorder is New York.
... displays and that matches the local time at your location. Changing the Time Zone Change the time zone to the name of buttons on the camcorder and will not change, regardless of the language selected. The default setting is English. You can set the home time zone FUNC. [ Menu] [Time Zone... your destination. ** To adjust for daylight saving time, select the area name marked with a . Preparations 31 Changing the Language The default language of the camcorder is New York.
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... Panasonic and Toshiba. However, depending on the memory card, you buy a new memory card, look for Use with the Camcorder You can use commercially available Secure Digital (SD) cards with this camcorder. Using a Memory Card Memory Cards Compatible for the Speed Class logo on the memory card used, it may not be...
... Panasonic and Toshiba. However, depending on the memory card, you buy a new memory card, look for Use with the Camcorder You can use commercially available Secure Digital (SD) cards with this camcorder. Using a Memory Card Memory Cards Compatible for the Speed Class logo on the memory card used, it may not be...