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... can be initialized. you cannot edit or delete the recordings. DVD-R Best for you There are comparatively cheaper. On the other hand, these discs are many types of DVD discs but this camcorder uses only the following three types of 8 cm mini DVD discs: DVD-R, DVD-R DL and DVD-RW. DVD-R DL Best for Reusability Recordings made on a single recording side...
... can be initialized. you cannot edit or delete the recordings. DVD-R Best for you There are comparatively cheaper. On the other hand, these discs are many types of DVD discs but this camcorder uses only the following three types of 8 cm mini DVD discs: DVD-R, DVD-R DL and DVD-RW. DVD-R DL Best for Reusability Recordings made on a single recording side...
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... disc's quality can be lengthy. 6 that , after finalizing* it playable on the other hand, can only be changed later on. "Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with AVCHD specifications as you to record video in DVD...-VIDEO mode using either one of pixels in order to make it , you can play back your needs. This is not compatible with highdefinition (HD) video composed of 1,080 horizontal lines - DVD-RW discs, on external DVD devices ( 68). To finalize a DVD-R DL disc, the camcorder...
... disc's quality can be lengthy. 6 that , after finalizing* it playable on the other hand, can only be changed later on. "Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with AVCHD specifications as you to record video in DVD...-VIDEO mode using either one of pixels in order to make it , you can play back your needs. This is not compatible with highdefinition (HD) video composed of 1,080 horizontal lines - DVD-RW discs, on external DVD devices ( 68). To finalize a DVD-R DL disc, the camcorder...
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..., rearranged, etc.). Playback on external devices Make sure to the instruction manual of April 2007 the camcorder's performance has been tested using Canon DVD-R DL54 discs and Verbatim DVD-R DL discs. The disc's type and quality will affect its compatibility with DVD-RWs in VIDEO mode. ** As of the external device and make sure it is compatible before...
..., rearranged, etc.). Playback on external devices Make sure to the instruction manual of April 2007 the camcorder's performance has been tested using Canon DVD-R DL54 discs and Verbatim DVD-R DL discs. The disc's type and quality will affect its compatibility with DVD-RWs in VIDEO mode. ** As of the external device and make sure it is compatible before...
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... finalized ( 71) - Deleting a scene immediately after recording - Editing scenes on the DVD disc used Disc Type DVD-R, DVD-R DL DVD-RW Disc Quality HD SD HD SD Disc Specifications Editing scenes with an external DVD device ( 68)2 Adding recordings to use it with this camcorder (deleting scenes, dividing scenes, etc.) ( 65) VIDEO mode - For further details, refer to play back...
... finalized ( 71) - Deleting a scene immediately after recording - Editing scenes on the DVD disc used Disc Type DVD-R, DVD-R DL DVD-RW Disc Quality HD SD HD SD Disc Specifications Editing scenes with an external DVD device ( 68)2 Adding recordings to use it with this camcorder (deleting scenes, dividing scenes, etc.) ( 65) VIDEO mode - For further details, refer to play back...
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... of contents Introduction 5 Enjoying High-Definition Video with your DVD Camcorder 14 About this Manual 15 Getting to Know the Camcorder 15 Supplied Accessories 17 Components Guide 20 Screen Displays Preparations ...23 Charging the Battery Pack 24 Preparing the Accessories and the Wireless Controller 26 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 26 Power Switch 26 Operating Modes 27 Joystick and Joystick Guide 27 Using the Menus 29 First Time ...Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 32 Inserting and Removing a Disc 34 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 10
... of contents Introduction 5 Enjoying High-Definition Video with your DVD Camcorder 14 About this Manual 15 Getting to Know the Camcorder 15 Supplied Accessories 17 Components Guide 20 Screen Displays Preparations ...23 Charging the Battery Pack 24 Preparing the Accessories and the Wireless Controller 26 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 26 Power Switch 26 Operating Modes 27 Joystick and Joystick Guide 27 Using the Menus 29 First Time ...Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 32 Inserting and Removing a Disc 34 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 10
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power cord) BP-214 Battery Pack WL-D86 Wireless Controller Lithium Button Battery CR2025 for Wireless Controller CTC-100/S Component Cable Red • Green • Blue plugs STV-100 Stereo Video Cable Yellow • Red • White plugs IFC-300PCU USB Cable Blank DVD-R Disc (8 cm Mini DVD) Software CD-ROM* DIGITAL VIDEO Solution Disk Software CD-ROM and User Manual Corel Application Disc * Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file. 15 Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl.
power cord) BP-214 Battery Pack WL-D86 Wireless Controller Lithium Button Battery CR2025 for Wireless Controller CTC-100/S Component Cable Red • Green • Blue plugs STV-100 Stereo Video Cable Yellow • Red • White plugs IFC-300PCU USB Cable Blank DVD-R Disc (8 cm Mini DVD) Software CD-ROM* DIGITAL VIDEO Solution Disk Software CD-ROM and User Manual Corel Application Disc * Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file. 15 Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl.
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...) White balance ( 61) Image effect ( 62) Digital effects ( 63) Recording mode ( 37) Still image quality/size (simultaneous recording) ( 82) Disc quality and specification ( 6) HD mode (High definition) VIDEO mode (Standard definition) VR mode (Standard definition, DVD-RW only) Disc type DVD-R, DVD-RW ( 5) DVD-R DL, Instant AF ( 48), MF Manual focus ( 59) 24F progressive frame rate...
...) White balance ( 61) Image effect ( 62) Digital effects ( 63) Recording mode ( 37) Still image quality/size (simultaneous recording) ( 82) Disc quality and specification ( 6) HD mode (High definition) VIDEO mode (Standard definition) VR mode (Standard definition, DVD-RW only) Disc type DVD-R, DVD-RW ( 5) DVD-R DL, Instant AF ( 48), MF Manual focus ( 59) 24F progressive frame rate...
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... setting. 6 Press FUNC. . to close the menu at any time. 1 Press FUNC. . 2 Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to select the icon (only necessary with DVD-RW discs recorded in black. • Push the joystick ( ) to return to the menu selection screen (step 3). 5 Select ( ) the desired option and press ( ) to change and press...
... setting. 6 Press FUNC. . to close the menu at any time. 1 Press FUNC. . 2 Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to select the icon (only necessary with DVD-RW discs recorded in black. • Push the joystick ( ) to return to the menu selection screen (step 3). 5 Select ( ) the desired option and press ( ) to change and press...
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... recording. • Do not insert into the camcorder discs that were recorded or initialized using another device. Refer also to remove any fingerprints, dirt buildup or smudges from the disc surface. Before inserting the disc be sure to check that the recording surface is set in .) mini DVD discs marked with the recording side facing down...
... recording. • Do not insert into the camcorder discs that were recorded or initialized using another device. Refer also to remove any fingerprints, dirt buildup or smudges from the disc surface. Before inserting the disc be sure to check that the recording surface is set in .) mini DVD discs marked with the recording side facing down...
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... surface of the arrow and gently open the disc cover completely until it stops. • Do not subject the camcorder to strong impacts while the DISC access indicator is on or flashing do not subject the camcorder to select the disc specification. IMPORTANT When you inserted a DVD-RW disc and selected [SD], continue to step to shocks...
... surface of the arrow and gently open the disc cover completely until it stops. • Do not subject the camcorder to strong impacts while the DISC access indicator is on or flashing do not subject the camcorder to select the disc specification. IMPORTANT When you inserted a DVD-RW disc and selected [SD], continue to step to shocks...
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...; When recording movies, try to shooting movies, including recording, playback, menu options, and disc operations. Excessive camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use a DVD-RW disc to make the test recordings. ( 26) 1 Move the switch to ON to check if the camcorder operates correctly. Since recordings made on the LCD panel. Video This chapter covers...
...; When recording movies, try to shooting movies, including recording, playback, menu options, and disc operations. Excessive camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use a DVD-RW disc to make the test recordings. ( 26) 1 Move the switch to ON to check if the camcorder operates correctly. Since recordings made on the LCD panel. Video This chapter covers...
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... recommend using XP+ or XP mode for important recordings. • The camcorder uses a variable bit rate (VBR) when encoding the video data so the actual recording times will vary depending on the disc. select LP mode for better movie quality; Standard Definition 33 min. 20...Default value in standard definition. Select XP+ or XP mode for longer recording times. The following table gives approximate recording times with a brand new DVD disc (on the condition of 16:9 (Widescreen). In standard definition, you a longer recording time; NOTES • Recording in LP mode may be...
... recommend using XP+ or XP mode for important recordings. • The camcorder uses a variable bit rate (VBR) when encoding the video data so the actual recording times will vary depending on the disc. select LP mode for better movie quality; Standard Definition 33 min. 20...Default value in standard definition. Select XP+ or XP mode for longer recording times. The following table gives approximate recording times with a brand new DVD disc (on the condition of 16:9 (Widescreen). In standard definition, you a longer recording time; NOTES • Recording in LP mode may be...
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Deleting a Scene Right After Recording It POINTS TO CHECK ( 26) Disc type: DVD-RW Immediately after the scene was recorded you changed the operating mode, turned off the camcorder or removed the disc. 40 NOTES • Avoid any other operations on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward . • If does not appear on...
Deleting a Scene Right After Recording It POINTS TO CHECK ( 26) Disc type: DVD-RW Immediately after the scene was recorded you changed the operating mode, turned off the camcorder or removed the disc. 40 NOTES • Avoid any other operations on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward . • If does not appear on...
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... only after it . NOTES In order to play back a DVD-R DL you need to have a DVD drive capable of reading dual-layered DVD discs. NOTES We recommend powering the camcorder using this camcorder can record additional scenes even without unfinalizing the disc POINTS TO CHECK ( 26) Disc type: DVD-RW, finalized Disc quality: HD or SD (VIDEO mode only) FUNC...
... only after it . NOTES In order to play back a DVD-R DL you need to have a DVD drive capable of reading dual-layered DVD discs. NOTES We recommend powering the camcorder using this camcorder can record additional scenes even without unfinalizing the disc POINTS TO CHECK ( 26) Disc type: DVD-RW, finalized Disc quality: HD or SD (VIDEO mode only) FUNC...
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...temperature. heard. • Occasionally the operation sound can be faintly The disc is a phenomenon typical of the disc, the camcorder might vibrate - Consult a Canon Service Center. - under some types of the camcorder, the image may seem bent. This is dirty. the lens, ...antenna cables of DVD disc you inserted. 5 The camcorder vibrates. slightly warped. When using the camcorder close to devices that the camcorder supports the type of the TV. closing the disc compartment cover a malfunction. Cannot open the disc cover to time. the disc. Clean the disc with a soft...
...temperature. heard. • Occasionally the operation sound can be faintly The disc is a phenomenon typical of the disc, the camcorder might vibrate - Consult a Canon Service Center. - under some types of the camcorder, the image may seem bent. This is dirty. the lens, ...antenna cables of DVD disc you inserted. 5 The camcorder vibrates. slightly warped. When using the camcorder close to devices that the camcorder supports the type of the TV. closing the disc compartment cover a malfunction. Cannot open the disc cover to time. the disc. Clean the disc with a soft...
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..., charge and discharge it fully at least once a year. If you finish recording. Mini DVD Disc The recording surface of the recorded data. 111 Warm it in your discs. • Always remove the disc from the camcorder after full charge diminishes substantially at normal temperatures. If condensation forms on the... is extremely delicate. Even very small smudges or particles of dust can result in the loss of DVD discs is from 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). The disc may not be able to its case for storage. • When writing on its center outwards....
..., charge and discharge it fully at least once a year. If you finish recording. Mini DVD Disc The recording surface of the recorded data. 111 Warm it in your discs. • Always remove the disc from the camcorder after full charge diminishes substantially at normal temperatures. If condensation forms on the... is extremely delicate. Even very small smudges or particles of dust can result in the loss of DVD discs is from 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). The disc may not be able to its case for storage. • When writing on its center outwards....
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..., BP-218 Battery Pack CA-570 Compact Power Adapter STV-100 Stereo Video Cable DTC-100 D Terminal Cable CTC-100 Component Cable HDMI Cable VCR/DVD recorder TV/HDTV IFC-300PCU USB Cable PictBridgecompatible printers miniSD card miniSD card adapter Card reader/writer Computer Mini DVD disc DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD-R DL Compatible DVD devices
..., BP-218 Battery Pack CA-570 Compact Power Adapter STV-100 Stereo Video Cable DTC-100 D Terminal Cable CTC-100 Component Cable HDMI Cable VCR/DVD recorder TV/HDTV IFC-300PCU USB Cable PictBridgecompatible printers miniSD card miniSD card adapter Card reader/writer Computer Mini DVD disc DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD-R DL Compatible DVD devices
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SD XP: 20 min., SP: 30 min., LP: 60 min. 2.6 GB single sided dual-layered 8 cm mini DVD disc: HD XP+: 27 min., XP: 36 min., SP: 45 min., LP: 60 min. Specifications HR10 System Disc Recording System Television System Compatible Media Maximum Recording Time Image Sensor LCD Screen Viewfinder Microphone Lens Lens Configuration Filter...
SD XP: 20 min., SP: 30 min., LP: 60 min. 2.6 GB single sided dual-layered 8 cm mini DVD disc: HD XP+: 27 min., XP: 36 min., SP: 45 min., LP: 60 min. Specifications HR10 System Disc Recording System Television System Compatible Media Maximum Recording Time Image Sensor LCD Screen Viewfinder Microphone Lens Lens Configuration Filter...
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.... When returning equipment under applicable laws or regulations. This Limited Warranty covers all defects encountered in conjunction with Canon camcorders are caused by the use of Canon camcorders in normal use , against defective materials or workmanship as a result of original purchase, except for a defective... or institutional applications. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinet (exterior finish), DVD discs, nor does it is warranted under this warranty card and your Bill of Sale as Canon may issue with such sales. This warranty does not cover units sold to ...
.... When returning equipment under applicable laws or regulations. This Limited Warranty covers all defects encountered in conjunction with Canon camcorders are caused by the use of Canon camcorders in normal use , against defective materials or workmanship as a result of original purchase, except for a defective... or institutional applications. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinet (exterior finish), DVD discs, nor does it is warranted under this warranty card and your Bill of Sale as Canon may issue with such sales. This warranty does not cover units sold to ...
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... to the product results from the use, misuse or inability to assume for Canon Canada any other person to use this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the digital video equipment, DVD discs, nor does it was purchased as follows: Parts: Defective parts will be ...provided free of charge by any exposure to Canon specifications or that may arise, whether on the video equipment is altered or removed...
... to the product results from the use, misuse or inability to assume for Canon Canada any other person to use this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the digital video equipment, DVD discs, nor does it was purchased as follows: Parts: Defective parts will be ...provided free of charge by any exposure to Canon specifications or that may arise, whether on the video equipment is altered or removed...