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... as the inside of electric shock to persons. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Use only the same type of batteries. • Do not expose batteries or product to the presence of batteries are attached. CAUTION: • Danger of explosion if the wrong type of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in case...
... as the inside of electric shock to persons. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Use only the same type of batteries. • Do not expose batteries or product to the presence of batteries are attached. CAUTION: • Danger of explosion if the wrong type of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in case...
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... ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. Do not attempt to service this product yourself as battery power, refer to provide some protection against them. PART H) grounding electrodes, and requirements for long periods of antenna discharge unit, connection to the Fig. 1 EXAMPLE...
... ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. Do not attempt to service this product yourself as battery power, refer to provide some protection against them. PART H) grounding electrodes, and requirements for long periods of antenna discharge unit, connection to the Fig. 1 EXAMPLE...
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...The Adapter can be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified by Canon or that are required, be used , you follow the operating instructions. Contact your nearest Canon Service Center for service. 31 Replacement Parts - If any service or repairs to this ...product should be situated away from the wall outlet and all power sources including battery, and refer servicing to its normal operation. b. If the product has been exposed to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it to rain or water. Unauthorized substitutions may...
...The Adapter can be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified by Canon or that are required, be used , you follow the operating instructions. Contact your nearest Canon Service Center for service. 31 Replacement Parts - If any service or repairs to this ...product should be situated away from the wall outlet and all power sources including battery, and refer servicing to its normal operation. b. If the product has been exposed to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it to rain or water. Unauthorized substitutions may...
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... Manual 18 Getting to Know the Camcorder 18 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 20 Names of Parts Preparations 23 Getting Started 23 Charging the Battery Pack 26 Preparing the Accessories 28 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 30 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 30 Using the Touch...
... Manual 18 Getting to Know the Camcorder 18 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 20 Names of Parts Preparations 23 Getting Started 23 Charging the Battery Pack 26 Preparing the Accessories 28 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 30 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 30 Using the Touch...
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CR2025 lithium button battery) STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Yellow • Red • White plugs CTC-100/S Component Cable Red • Green • Blue plugs IFC-300PCU USB Cable Quick Guide 18 Introduction Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-808 Battery Pack WL-D89 Wireless Controller (incl.
CR2025 lithium button battery) STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Yellow • Red • White plugs CTC-100/S Component Cable Red • Green • Blue plugs IFC-300PCU USB Cable Quick Guide 18 Introduction Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-808 Battery Pack WL-D89 Wireless Controller (incl.
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...) 2 2 (camera/play) button (0 31) 3 Speaker (0 52) 4 Memory card slot cover 5 Memory card slot (0 39) 6 MIC terminal (0 86) 7 AV OUT terminal (0 122, 124)/ X (headphones) terminal (0 83) 8 BATTERY RELEASE switch (0 24) 9 ACCESS indicator (0 43, 59, 105) A q Strap mount (0 27) A a COMPONENT OUT terminal (0 122, 124) A s USB terminal (0 122, 125) A d HDMI OUT terminal (0 122, 123...
...) 2 2 (camera/play) button (0 31) 3 Speaker (0 52) 4 Memory card slot cover 5 Memory card slot (0 39) 6 MIC terminal (0 86) 7 AV OUT terminal (0 122, 124)/ X (headphones) terminal (0 83) 8 BATTERY RELEASE switch (0 24) 9 ACCESS indicator (0 43, 59, 105) A q Strap mount (0 27) A a COMPONENT OUT terminal (0 122, 124) A s USB terminal (0 122, 125) A d HDMI OUT terminal (0 122, 123...
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Charging (0 23) S h Remote sensor (0 26) S j LCD touch screen (0 28, 30) S k POWERED IS button (0 66)/ WEB button* (0 136) S l Battery attachment unit (0 23) D q START/STOP button (0 43, 59) D a DC IN terminal (0 23) * e only. ON Orange - Introduction 21 Top view LCD panel Back view A l Mini advanced shoe (0 84) S q Mode switch (0 31) S a PHOTO button (0 43, 105) S s Zoom lever (0 47) S d VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button (0 69) S f POWER button S g ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator: Green - Standby (0 48) Red -
Charging (0 23) S h Remote sensor (0 26) S j LCD touch screen (0 28, 30) S k POWERED IS button (0 66)/ WEB button* (0 136) S l Battery attachment unit (0 23) D q START/STOP button (0 43, 59) D a DC IN terminal (0 23) * e only. ON Orange - Introduction 21 Top view LCD panel Back view A l Mini advanced shoe (0 84) S q Mode switch (0 31) S a PHOTO button (0 43, 105) S s Zoom lever (0 47) S d VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button (0 69) S f POWER button S g ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator: Green - Standby (0 48) Red -
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Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as using the compact power adapter. Charge the battery pack before use. For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery pack or directly using the touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to ...help you learn more about your camcorder. Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to Charging Times (0 187) and Recording and Playback Times (0 187). 1 Connect the power...
Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as using the compact power adapter. Charge the battery pack before use. For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery pack or directly using the touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to ...help you learn more about your camcorder. Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to Charging Times (0 187) and Recording and Playback Times (0 187). 1 Connect the power...
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..., refer to wait until the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator goes out. • We recommend charging the battery pack in red (battery pack charging). ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator BATTERY RELEASE switch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder. Be sure to Troubleshooting (0 162). 5 Charging will start ...recommended for use with this camcorder. 24 Preparations After a moment, the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when the battery pack is updated in the memory. After pressing x to turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter. The red ...
..., refer to wait until the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator goes out. • We recommend charging the battery pack in red (battery pack charging). ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator BATTERY RELEASE switch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder. Be sure to Troubleshooting (0 162). 5 Charging will start ...recommended for use with this camcorder. 24 Preparations After a moment, the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when the battery pack is updated in the memory. After pressing x to turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter. The red ...
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... power sources such as those on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge. • We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need. • USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer...can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will be consumed. • Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. NOTES • The battery pack will not be charged only when the camcorder is off. • If remaining battery time is recyclable. Therefore, charge them on aircraft and ships,...
... power sources such as those on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge. • We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need. • USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer...can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will be consumed. • Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. NOTES • The battery pack will not be charged only when the camcorder is off. • If remaining battery time is recyclable. Therefore, charge them on aircraft and ships,...
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... sensor is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight. 26 Preparations Preparing the Accessories Wireless Controller First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wireless controller. 1 Press the tab in the direction of the camcorder. Tab To use the wireless controller from the front of the arrow...
... sensor is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight. 26 Preparations Preparing the Accessories Wireless Controller First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wireless controller. 1 Press the tab in the direction of the camcorder. Tab To use the wireless controller from the front of the arrow...
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When the [Date/Time] screen appears, the year will be lost. In such case, recharge the built-in lithium battery (0 181) and set the time zone, date and time again. • To change the field as necessary. 3 Set the correct date and time by changing ... setup screen. First Time Settings Setting the Date and Time You will need to use the camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date and time setting may be selected. 1 Touch a field you want to change (year, month, day, hours or minutes). 2 Touch...
When the [Date/Time] screen appears, the year will be lost. In such case, recharge the built-in lithium battery (0 181) and set the time zone, date and time again. • To change the field as necessary. 3 Set the correct date and time by changing ... setup screen. First Time Settings Setting the Date and Time You will need to use the camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date and time setting may be selected. 1 Touch a field you want to change (year, month, day, hours or minutes). 2 Touch...
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...: - If the subject is too bright, [Overexp.] will flash on the screen. Set the camcorder to save power when it is powered by a battery pack and is left without any loss or corruption of data. • When recording photos on the camcorder. • When recording in bright places, ...on an Eye-Fi card, photos will shut off automatically to use . • Be sure to mode and adjust the focus manually (0 75). - Canon shall not be liable for any operation for autofocus, h turns yellow. Especially when shooting against orange or blue backgrounds, the Sunset or one of the...
...: - If the subject is too bright, [Overexp.] will flash on the screen. Set the camcorder to save power when it is powered by a battery pack and is left without any loss or corruption of data. • When recording photos on the camcorder. • When recording in bright places, ...on an Eye-Fi card, photos will shut off automatically to use . • Be sure to mode and adjust the focus manually (0 75). - Canon shall not be liable for any operation for autofocus, h turns yellow. Especially when shooting against orange or blue backgrounds, the Sunset or one of the...
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... the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will be constant at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from the subject. NOTES • Keep at [J Speed 3]. - When you are using a battery pack.
... the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will be constant at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from the subject. NOTES • Keep at [J Speed 3]. - When you are using a battery pack.
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... the operating mode selected. The usual 5-minute auto power off : - Dual Shot Mode 49 2 When you wish to resume recording, open or when the battery charge is being displayed.
... the operating mode selected. The usual 5-minute auto power off : - Dual Shot Mode 49 2 When you wish to resume recording, open or when the battery charge is being displayed.
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... approval is required to be disabled. • While recording audio with the sound. NOTES • Depending on standby - Wireless communication drains the power of the battery pack faster than usual. While files are being uploaded wirelessly, the camcorder's automatic power off the wireless communication while recording. 140 External Connections
... approval is required to be disabled. • While recording audio with the sound. NOTES • Depending on standby - Wireless communication drains the power of the battery pack faster than usual. While files are being uploaded wirelessly, the camcorder's automatic power off the wireless communication while recording. 140 External Connections
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... camcorder's onscreen displays will be dis- day) [24H]: Toggle On (x, 24-hour clock) or Off (w, 12-hour clock) [Calendar Start Day] [Saturday], [Sunday], [Monday] - -- - [Battery Info] - [Control for HDMI]2 [A On], [B Off] [HDMI Status] - [Distance Units] [m meters], [n feet] [Demo Mode] [A On], [B Off] - - - [Reset All] [Yes], [No] [Firmware] - - - -- [Eye...
... camcorder's onscreen displays will be dis- day) [24H]: Toggle On (x, 24-hour clock) or Off (w, 12-hour clock) [Calendar Start Day] [Saturday], [Sunday], [Monday] - -- - [Battery Info] - [Control for HDMI]2 [A On], [B Off] [HDMI Status] - [Distance Units] [m meters], [n feet] [Demo Mode] [A On], [B Off] - - - [Reset All] [Yes], [No] [Firmware] - - - -- [Eye...
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...Power Saving Mode]: Controls the camcorder's automatic power off settings. [Auto Power Off]: In order to save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, it will automatically shut off if left without any operation for 5 minutes. • Approximately 30 seconds before the screen was dimmed. [Notification...Allows the camcorder to be operated with the LCD panel closed in order to conserve the battery's power. [Calendar Start Day]: Select the day on which the week in the calendar screen (0 56). [Battery Info]: Displays a screen where you close the LCD panel in a recording mode and...
...Power Saving Mode]: Controls the camcorder's automatic power off settings. [Auto Power Off]: In order to save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, it will automatically shut off if left without any operation for 5 minutes. • Approximately 30 seconds before the screen was dimmed. [Notification...Allows the camcorder to be operated with the LCD panel closed in order to conserve the battery's power. [Calendar Start Day]: Select the day on which the week in the calendar screen (0 56). [Battery Info]: Displays a screen where you close the LCD panel in a recording mode and...
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Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording Movies (in Dual Shot mode) 1 Smart AUTO mode (0 44) 2 Onscreen zoom controls (0 47) 3 Operating mode (0 31) 4 In record pause mode: Total number of scenes 5 Memory operation (0 161) 6 Remaining battery time (0 161) 7 Zoom (0 47) 8 Recording mode (0 60) 9 Control button: Start/Stop video recording A q Face detection frame (0 67) A a Touch & Track frame (0 69) Additional Information 157
Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording Movies (in Dual Shot mode) 1 Smart AUTO mode (0 44) 2 Onscreen zoom controls (0 47) 3 Operating mode (0 31) 4 In record pause mode: Total number of scenes 5 Memory operation (0 161) 6 Remaining battery time (0 161) 7 Zoom (0 47) 8 Recording mode (0 60) 9 Control button: Start/Stop video recording A q Face detection frame (0 67) A a Touch & Track frame (0 69) Additional Information 157
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...When viewing the photos, the display will display the charge status (as a 100% 75% 50% 25% 0% percentage of the full charge of the battery pack. You can be displayed. 5 Memory operation N Record, M Record pause, A Playback, C Playback pause, I Fast playback, J Fast reverse... playback, G Slow playback, H Slow reverse playback, E Frame advance, F Frame reverse. 6 Remaining battery time • The icon shows a rough estimate of the remaining charge as a percentage) and the remaining recording time (in minutes) for 5 seconds. Doing...
...When viewing the photos, the display will display the charge status (as a 100% 75% 50% 25% 0% percentage of the full charge of the battery pack. You can be displayed. 5 Memory operation N Record, M Record pause, A Playback, C Playback pause, I Fast playback, J Fast reverse... playback, G Slow playback, H Slow reverse playback, E Frame advance, F Frame reverse. 6 Remaining battery time • The icon shows a rough estimate of the remaining charge as a percentage) and the remaining recording time (in minutes) for 5 seconds. Doing...