Ultura Instruction Manual
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... in a particular installation. Canon U.S.A. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of FCC Rules. If this device must accept any changes or modifications to comply with the instructions, may be required to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in Subpart B of Part 15 of copyrighted materials may cause undesired operation. Use of the FCC Rules. Digital Video Camcorder, ULTURA and Compact Power Adapter, CA-500A This device complies with the...
... in a particular installation. Canon U.S.A. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of FCC Rules. If this device must accept any changes or modifications to comply with the instructions, may be required to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in Subpart B of Part 15 of copyrighted materials may cause undesired operation. Use of the FCC Rules. Digital Video Camcorder, ULTURA and Compact Power Adapter, CA-500A This device complies with the...
Ultura Instruction Manual
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... such as they are not sure of the type of power E 1. Accessories - Placing or Moving - Pay particular attention to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ULTURA and all its accessories. See figure 1. 3 All the safety and operating instructions should be walked on the product and in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of electric or magnetic...
... such as they are not sure of the type of power E 1. Accessories - Placing or Moving - Pay particular attention to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ULTURA and all its accessories. See figure 1. 3 All the safety and operating instructions should be walked on the product and in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of electric or magnetic...
Ultura Instruction Manual
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... has been damaged. Safety Check - replacement parts that are specified by the operation instructions. Do not attempt to service this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to rain or water. 14. When the power-supply cord or plug is left unattended and unused for service. Servicing - 19. E Fig. 1 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE...
... has been damaged. Safety Check - replacement parts that are specified by the operation instructions. Do not attempt to service this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to rain or water. 14. When the power-supply cord or plug is left unattended and unused for service. Servicing - 19. E Fig. 1 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE...
Ultura Instruction Manual
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... Time 31 Displaying Data Code 35 Taking Still Pictures (Photo Mode) .... 37 Searching the Tape (Photo Search/ Date Search 39 Searching and Reviewing While Recording 40 Maintenance 79 Troubleshooting 83 The ULTURA System Diagram .......... 86 Optional Accessories 87 Finding Your Way Around ULTURA.. 91 Screen Displays 94 Specifications 98 Index 99 The serial number of this book as yours. Contents Introduction Using the Various Recording Programs 41 E Important Usage Instructions 2 Using Digital Effects 45 IMPORTANT SAFETY Audio Recording 48 INSTRUCTIONS 3 Setting...
... Time 31 Displaying Data Code 35 Taking Still Pictures (Photo Mode) .... 37 Searching the Tape (Photo Search/ Date Search 39 Searching and Reviewing While Recording 40 Maintenance 79 Troubleshooting 83 The ULTURA System Diagram .......... 86 Optional Accessories 87 Finding Your Way Around ULTURA.. 91 Screen Displays 94 Specifications 98 Index 99 The serial number of this book as yours. Contents Introduction Using the Various Recording Programs 41 E Important Usage Instructions 2 Using Digital Effects 45 IMPORTANT SAFETY Audio Recording 48 INSTRUCTIONS 3 Setting...
Ultura Instruction Manual
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... the EJECT button. For quick reference (in the menus and buttons labeled on to use - BP-915 Battery Pack CA-500 Compact Power Adapter Lithium button battery S-150 S-video Cable STV-250 Stereo Video Digital Video Cassette Cable 6 there are used to refer to settings displayed in addition to the contents and index) please refer to: • Finding Your Way Around ULTURA (p. 91) • Screen Displays (p. 94) • Troubleshooting - Thank you for Choosing a Canon Camcorder First...
... the EJECT button. For quick reference (in the menus and buttons labeled on to use - BP-915 Battery Pack CA-500 Compact Power Adapter Lithium button battery S-150 S-video Cable STV-250 Stereo Video Digital Video Cassette Cable 6 there are used to refer to settings displayed in addition to the contents and index) please refer to: • Finding Your Way Around ULTURA (p. 91) • Screen Displays (p. 94) • Troubleshooting - Thank you for Choosing a Canon Camcorder First...
Ultura Instruction Manual
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... flexible than manual generation digital video operation and more dramatic results. Internal charging ULTURA charges a battery pack internally, smoothing the transition between charging and shooting, and allowing for you to shoot colorful, well composed video. turn your recordings even in - Introduction 2.5" LCD Screen An LCD screen makes it easy for a smaller, lighter AC power adapter. It is also great for even more camcorder that conforms to IEEE 1394. Auto editing function A complete set of editing functions is built...
... flexible than manual generation digital video operation and more dramatic results. Internal charging ULTURA charges a battery pack internally, smoothing the transition between charging and shooting, and allowing for you to shoot colorful, well composed video. turn your recordings even in - Introduction 2.5" LCD Screen An LCD screen makes it easy for a smaller, lighter AC power adapter. It is also great for even more camcorder that conforms to IEEE 1394. Auto editing function A complete set of editing functions is built...
Ultura Instruction Manual
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... a few minutes. 1. This charging will also take longer than when the POWER switch is more than 75% charged. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you to check that it is set to show that it left . • Always turn the camera off in stop mode during VCR mode, or the power is working properly. Double flashes mean that your camera is off before removing the power source.
... a few minutes. 1. This charging will also take longer than when the POWER switch is more than 75% charged. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you to check that it is set to show that it left . • Always turn the camera off in stop mode during VCR mode, or the power is working properly. Double flashes mean that your camera is off before removing the power source.
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... as the POWER switch is set REC MODE in the camera menu to LP. • The flashing of the tally lamp may therefore decide to turn the camera on how to remember your manual settings, such as you have finished recording • Replace the lens cap. • Lower the viewfinder. • Return the LCD screen flush to the camera body. • Unload the cassette. • Set the POWER switch to record pause mode and PAUSE reappears...
... as the POWER switch is set REC MODE in the camera menu to LP. • The flashing of the tally lamp may therefore decide to turn the camera on how to remember your manual settings, such as you have finished recording • Replace the lens cap. • Lower the viewfinder. • Return the LCD screen flush to the camera body. • Unload the cassette. • Set the POWER switch to record pause mode and PAUSE reappears...
Ultura Instruction Manual
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... the zoom speed.) The T and W buttons on the wireless controller adjust the picture angle, but not the zoom speed. 64×/320× digital zoom Turn the digital zoom on a subject as close as possible to your subject, keep the zoom at the wide-angle position. You can also control the speed of how to use the camera menu see page 26) The zoom control continues to work as usual. You can focus...
... the zoom speed.) The T and W buttons on the wireless controller adjust the picture angle, but not the zoom speed. 64×/320× digital zoom Turn the digital zoom on a subject as close as possible to your subject, keep the zoom at the wide-angle position. You can also control the speed of how to use the camera menu see page 26) The zoom control continues to work as usual. You can focus...
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... turn the LCD panel so that it faces the opposite direction (see diagram opposite), you can choose the display style, reversed (mirror on) or not (mirror off) from the camera menu. (see page 26) Mastering the Basics If you choose the mirror-on, the recording itself is unaffected. • During "monitor recording", the recording time and remaining tape indicators disappear. LCD screen brightness adjustment - Digital...
... turn the LCD panel so that it faces the opposite direction (see diagram opposite), you can choose the display style, reversed (mirror on) or not (mirror off) from the camera menu. (see page 26) Mastering the Basics If you choose the mirror-on, the recording itself is unaffected. • During "monitor recording", the recording time and remaining tape indicators disappear. LCD screen brightness adjustment - Digital...
Ultura Instruction Manual
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.... • Date search playback may start of a recorded still picture during photo search, the camera may skip straight past it. • When you will not be able to a maximum of the located section. • If the data code is not displayed correctly you have set the area for the World Clock, date search also looks for a few seconds. 3. press the + button 5 times to...
.... • Date search playback may start of a recorded still picture during photo search, the camera may skip straight past it. • When you will not be able to a maximum of the located section. • If the data code is not displayed correctly you have set the area for the World Clock, date search also looks for a few seconds. 3. press the + button 5 times to...
Ultura Instruction Manual
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... in this case turn off autofocus. It is canceled if you can override it temporarily by autofocus. (AF | appears in photo mode. Slide the POWER switch to adjust the zoom first, and then the focus. PFOUCSHUS • If you zoom in on p. 84 for autofocus. • You cannot use FlexiZone AF in the display.) You can also adjust the focus temporarily without pressing...
... in this case turn off autofocus. It is canceled if you can override it temporarily by autofocus. (AF | appears in photo mode. Slide the POWER switch to adjust the zoom first, and then the focus. PFOUCSHUS • If you zoom in on p. 84 for autofocus. • You cannot use FlexiZone AF in the display.) You can also adjust the focus temporarily without pressing...
Ultura Instruction Manual
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... VCR. You can remotely control your VCR. Make sure the camera is turned off to Video. 3. Check where the remote control sensor is easy to reorder, to Control your VCR The camcorder's Auto Editing Function controls your videos perfect. 1. Infra-red signals transmitter Editing 1. Preparing for Playback on a TV Screen" instructions on page 22. 2. Open the VCR menu and select aEDIT MODE. • When you want before the final recording. Make sure that the cables and the camera...
... VCR. You can remotely control your VCR. Make sure the camera is turned off to Video. 3. Check where the remote control sensor is easy to reorder, to Control your VCR The camcorder's Auto Editing Function controls your videos perfect. 1. Infra-red signals transmitter Editing 1. Preparing for Playback on a TV Screen" instructions on page 22. 2. Open the VCR menu and select aEDIT MODE. • When you want before the final recording. Make sure that the cables and the camera...
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... the VCR starts to record, check that the camera and VCR are set up menu and point the arrow to RECORDER . • It is easiest to Control your brand of times. • If not, then the setting is pointing at the VCR's remote sensor while you change the setting. 2. Then it will automatically pause and PAUSE appears in the display and on screen. • During these REC, PAUSE operations, the VCR records digital timer, which...
... the VCR starts to record, check that the camera and VCR are set up menu and point the arrow to RECORDER . • It is easiest to Control your brand of times. • If not, then the setting is pointing at the VCR's remote sensor while you change the setting. 2. Then it will automatically pause and PAUSE appears in the display and on screen. • During these REC, PAUSE operations, the VCR records digital timer, which...
Ultura Instruction Manual
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... cable can handle data in both directions. • If another Canon digital video camcorder is connected, the Auto Editing Function can be used for example on the tape, however, is being recorded to (for digital-to the recording device. DV terminal/connections E DV REC REC PAUSE SEARCH SELECT ZERO SET MEMORY REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE SLOW 2 Digital video equipment fitted with this terminal lets you press the DV REC button with the DV cable unconnected, the camera displays the caution "CHECK THE DV INPUT...
... cable can handle data in both directions. • If another Canon digital video camcorder is connected, the Auto Editing Function can be used for example on the tape, however, is being recorded to (for digital-to the recording device. DV terminal/connections E DV REC REC PAUSE SEARCH SELECT ZERO SET MEMORY REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE SLOW 2 Digital video equipment fitted with this terminal lets you press the DV REC button with the DV cable unconnected, the camera displays the caution "CHECK THE DV INPUT...
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... is convenient. The power indicator light also flashes. • The indicator is completely exhausted. How much charge the battery pack has left ? The indicator in record pause mode. different levels will get more recording time if you turn the camera off between 50° and 86°F (10° to 30°C). • If the battery pack starts to use the battery pack between 32°...
... is convenient. The power indicator light also flashes. • The indicator is completely exhausted. How much charge the battery pack has left ? The indicator in record pause mode. different levels will get more recording time if you turn the camera off between 50° and 86°F (10° to 30°C). • If the battery pack starts to use the battery pack between 32°...
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... maximum recording time will be almost doubled. When you can view playback with the LCD, after attaching a fully-charged battery pack. CB-900 Car Battery Adapter Power your car's cigarette lighter socket and runs off a 12-24 V DC negative ground battery. The playback time figures show how long you attach two battery packs to charge/use with the ULTURA. The car battery adapter plugs into your camera, or recharge battery packs on...
... maximum recording time will be almost doubled. When you can view playback with the LCD, after attaching a fully-charged battery pack. CB-900 Car Battery Adapter Power your car's cigarette lighter socket and runs off a 12-24 V DC negative ground battery. The playback time figures show how long you attach two battery packs to charge/use with the ULTURA. The car battery adapter plugs into your camera, or recharge battery packs on...
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... Wireless Controller D83-0512-000 CA-500 Compact Power Adapter D85-0892-201 BP-915 Battery Pack D85-0952-201 SS-600 Shoulder Strap D81-1330-000 S-150 S-video Cable D82-0330-202 STV-250 Stereo Video Cable D82-0516-000 Lens cap D52-0090-000 DVM-E30 Digital Video Cassette D36-0012-000 Optional accessories: CB-900 Car Battery Adapter CH-900 Dual Battery Charger...
... Wireless Controller D83-0512-000 CA-500 Compact Power Adapter D85-0892-201 BP-915 Battery Pack D85-0952-201 SS-600 Shoulder Strap D81-1330-000 S-150 S-video Cable D82-0330-202 STV-250 Stereo Video Cable D82-0516-000 Lens cap D52-0090-000 DVM-E30 Digital Video Cassette D36-0012-000 Optional accessories: CB-900 Car Battery Adapter CH-900 Dual Battery Charger...
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... change without notice. cassette) Lens: F/1.8-2.6, 16× power zoom, 3.9-62.4 mm Focusing system: TTL autofocus, manual focusing possible Minimum focusing distance: 2 5/8 feet (80 cm) (3/8 inch (1 cm) on ): 5.4 W (Using view-finder), 6.2 W (Using LCD screen) Television system: EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal Video recording system: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (Consumer digital VCR SD system) Digital component recording Audio recording system: PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48kHz/2ch), 12 bit (32kHz/4ch) Image sensor: 1/4" CCD (charge coupled device...
... change without notice. cassette) Lens: F/1.8-2.6, 16× power zoom, 3.9-62.4 mm Focusing system: TTL autofocus, manual focusing possible Minimum focusing distance: 2 5/8 feet (80 cm) (3/8 inch (1 cm) on ): 5.4 W (Using view-finder), 6.2 W (Using LCD screen) Television system: EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal Video recording system: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (Consumer digital VCR SD system) Digital component recording Audio recording system: PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48kHz/2ch), 12 bit (32kHz/4ch) Image sensor: 1/4" CCD (charge coupled device...
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... Photo Search, 39 Playback, 19 Playback Connection, 22 Playback Pause, 20 Portrait, 43 Power Adapter, 8 Powering Your Camcorder, 8 Pre-Marked Position, 58 Preparing the Camera, 74 Problems, 83 Â Recharging the Battery Pack, 75 Record Pause Mode, 12 Record Review, 40 Record Search, 40 Recorder, 61 Recording, 12 Recording Programs, 41 Remote Control, 29 Remote Sensor, 29 Rewind, 19 Additional Information Í S-video, 22 Sand & Snow, 44 Screen Displays, 94 Self-Timer, 50 Sepia, 46 Shoulder Strap, 74 Shutter Speed...
... Photo Search, 39 Playback, 19 Playback Connection, 22 Playback Pause, 20 Portrait, 43 Power Adapter, 8 Powering Your Camcorder, 8 Pre-Marked Position, 58 Preparing the Camera, 74 Problems, 83 Â Recharging the Battery Pack, 75 Record Pause Mode, 12 Record Review, 40 Record Search, 40 Recorder, 61 Recording, 12 Recording Programs, 41 Remote Control, 29 Remote Sensor, 29 Rewind, 19 Additional Information Í S-video, 22 Sand & Snow, 44 Screen Displays, 94 Self-Timer, 50 Sepia, 46 Shoulder Strap, 74 Shutter Speed...