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...tape in dusty places. • When using it. * Availability differs from area to play back correctly tapes that were recorded with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette* or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette. If the symptoms reappear shortly after use wet type cleaning... thin as 1/8 of the width of a hair). NOTES Before you may be able to area. 2 Cleaning Introduction the Video Heads Digital video camcorders record video signals on the picture during playback. • Sound becomes distorted, or there is no sound during playback. • The message "...
...tape in dusty places. • When using it. * Availability differs from area to play back correctly tapes that were recorded with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette* or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette. If the symptoms reappear shortly after use wet type cleaning... thin as 1/8 of the width of a hair). NOTES Before you may be able to area. 2 Cleaning Introduction the Video Heads Digital video camcorders record video signals on the picture during playback. • Sound becomes distorted, or there is no sound during playback. • The message "...
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..., you could be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of copyrighted materials may cause harmful interference to radio communications. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of electric shock to copyright...to alert the user to comply with class B limits in the literature accompanying the product. Canon U.S.A. The lightning flash with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR800 A systems This device complies with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is connected....
..., you could be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of copyrighted materials may cause harmful interference to radio communications. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of electric shock to copyright...to alert the user to comply with class B limits in the literature accompanying the product. Canon U.S.A. The lightning flash with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR800 A systems This device complies with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is connected....
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... on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "apparatus" or "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR800 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. 22 Power Sources...
... on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "apparatus" or "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR800 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. 22 Power Sources...
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... be returned to disconnect the plug in case of other hazards. 27 Safety Check - Adjust only those controls that are specified by Canon or that have fallen into, the product. f. This Class B digital apparatus complies with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. ... service or repairs to this product from the wall outlet and all power sources including battery, and refer servicing to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. Improper adjustment of an accident. When the product...
... be returned to disconnect the plug in case of other hazards. 27 Safety Check - Adjust only those controls that are specified by Canon or that have fallen into, the product. f. This Class B digital apparatus complies with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. ... service or repairs to this product from the wall outlet and all power sources including battery, and refer servicing to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. Improper adjustment of an accident. When the product...
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...23 Zooming ...24 Playback Playing Back Movies 25 Locating the End of contents Introduction About this Manual 8 Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories 10 Components Guide 11 Screen Displays 13 Preparations Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack 15 Installing the Backup Battery 16 ...Inserting and Removing a Tape 17 Preparing the Camcorder 18 Adjusting the LCD Screen 18 Using the Menus Selecting a FUNC. Menu 27 Setup menus 27 Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image...
...23 Zooming ...24 Playback Playing Back Movies 25 Locating the End of contents Introduction About this Manual 8 Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories 10 Components Guide 11 Screen Displays 13 Preparations Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack 15 Installing the Backup Battery 16 ...Inserting and Removing a Tape 17 Preparing the Camcorder 18 Adjusting the LCD Screen 18 Using the Menus Selecting a FUNC. Menu 27 Setup menus 27 Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image...
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... Transferring Video Recordings 46 Additional Information Trouble? Troubleshooting 47 List of Messages 49 Do's and Don'ts Handling Precautions 51 Maintenance/Others 53 Using the Camcorder Abroad 55 General Information System Diagram 56 Optional Accessories 57 Product Codes 59 Specifications 60 Index...62
... Transferring Video Recordings 46 Additional Information Trouble? Troubleshooting 47 List of Messages 49 Do's and Don'ts Handling Precautions 51 Maintenance/Others 53 Using the Camcorder Abroad 55 General Information System Diagram 56 Optional Accessories 57 Product Codes 59 Specifications 60 Index...62
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...Default value DISPLAY SETUP/ LANGUAGE ENGLISH FUNC. ( 19) 1 Press FUNC.. 2 Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to the Troubleshooting table ( 47). Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to open the setup menus. 3 Select ( ) [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press ( ). 4 Select ( ) [LANGUAGE] and press ( ). 5... simulated pictures taken with a still camera. Please read this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon ZR800. 8 About this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Menu item shown at its default position Buttons and switches ...
...Default value DISPLAY SETUP/ LANGUAGE ENGLISH FUNC. ( 19) 1 Press FUNC.. 2 Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to the Troubleshooting table ( 47). Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to open the setup menus. 3 Select ( ) [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press ( ). 4 Select ( ) [LANGUAGE] and press ( ). 5... simulated pictures taken with a still camera. Please read this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon ZR800. 8 About this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Menu item shown at its default position Buttons and switches ...
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... names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the switch. Recording: Playback: EXP FOCUS Introduction About the Operating Modes The camcorder's operating mode is determined by the position of their respective companies. 9 The functions assigned to the joystick change according to remind you of Apple Computer...
... names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the switch. Recording: Playback: EXP FOCUS Introduction About the Operating Modes The camcorder's operating mode is determined by the position of their respective companies. 9 The functions assigned to the joystick change according to remind you of Apple Computer...
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... your request, we will keep the model number and date of purchase of your purchase to aid identification in case of your new Canon product on Canon new products and promotions. Write down the number and other information here and retain this product can be found at www.registercanon.com ...9 Protect your product We will send you information on file to help you refer to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories CA-590 Compact Power BP...
... your request, we will keep the model number and date of purchase of your purchase to aid identification in case of your new Canon product on Canon new products and promotions. Write down the number and other information here and retain this product can be found at www.registercanon.com ...9 Protect your product We will send you information on file to help you refer to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories CA-590 Compact Power BP...
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Components Guide Left side view Right Side View Getting to Know the Camcorder 11 Lens cover switch ( 23) ( open, closed) CHARGE indicator ( 15) Speaker AV terminal ( 42) MIC (microphone) terminal ( 38) DV terminal ( 42, 45) Terminal cover Grip belt ( 18) Strap mount ( 58) Lock button switch ( 9) Stereo microphone Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a "button" frame (for example FUNC. ). Introduction Front view
Components Guide Left side view Right Side View Getting to Know the Camcorder 11 Lens cover switch ( 23) ( open, closed) CHARGE indicator ( 15) Speaker AV terminal ( 42) MIC (microphone) terminal ( 38) DV terminal ( 42, 45) Terminal cover Grip belt ( 18) Strap mount ( 58) Lock button switch ( 9) Stereo microphone Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a "button" frame (for example FUNC. ). Introduction Front view
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...) Tripod socket ( 24) Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a "button" frame (for example FUNC. ). 12 Getting to Know the Camcorder Back view Top view Viewfinder ( 18) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 18) BATT. (battery release) switch ( 15) LCD screen ( 18) Backup battery compartment ( 16) Start/stop button...
...) Tripod socket ( 24) Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a "button" frame (for example FUNC. ). 12 Getting to Know the Camcorder Back view Top view Viewfinder ( 18) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 18) BATT. (battery release) switch ( 15) LCD screen ( 18) Backup battery compartment ( 16) Start/stop button...
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Screen Displays Recording Playback Getting to Know the Camcorder 13 Zoom ( 24), Exposure ( 34) Recording program ( 32) White balance ( 36) Image effect ( 37) Digital effects ( 40) Condensation warning ( 54) Shutter speed ( 33) Self timer ( ...
Screen Displays Recording Playback Getting to Know the Camcorder 13 Zoom ( 24), Exposure ( 34) Recording program ( 32) White balance ( 36) Image effect ( 37) Digital effects ( 40) Condensation warning ( 54) Shutter speed ( 33) Self timer ( ...
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... on the type of minutes that are used, the actual battery charge may not be able to record on the conditions under which the camcorder and the battery pack are too short. This is not installed, or when it needs to be indicated accurately. When the tape reaches... remaining tape time may not appear. • Depending on the videocassette's label (for example, 85 minutes). " " moves during recording. Recording reminder The camcorder counts from 1 to 10 seconds when you will be correct. Remaining battery charge • When " " starts flashing in minutes. 14 Getting to Know the...
... on the type of minutes that are used, the actual battery charge may not be able to record on the conditions under which the camcorder and the battery pack are too short. This is not installed, or when it needs to be indicated accurately. When the tape reaches... remaining tape time may not appear. • Depending on the videocassette's label (for example, 85 minutes). " " moves during recording. Recording reminder The camcorder counts from 1 to 10 seconds when you will be correct. Remaining battery charge • When " " starts flashing in minutes. 14 Getting to Know the...
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... the battery Preparations BATT. switch 3 Plug the compact power adapter into a power outlet. 4 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder. • Press the battery pack lightly and slide it down until it clicks. Getting Started 15 Preparations Getting Started Getting Started Charging ...the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on the actual charging, recording or playback conditions. CHARGE...
... the battery Preparations BATT. switch 3 Plug the compact power adapter into a power outlet. 4 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder. • Press the battery pack lightly and slide it down until it clicks. Getting Started 15 Preparations Getting Started Getting Started Charging ...the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on the actual charging, recording or playback conditions. CHARGE...
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...pack and then pull it first. 2 Open the backup battery cover. We recommend that you might need. U.S.A. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to 3 times longer than 50% charged. Flashes approx. We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 ...settings. IMPORTANT You may hear some noise from the power outlet. Outside the temperature range of the battery will not start. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for use the compact power adapter without attaching a battery pack. • When the compact power adapter is connected, even if a ...
...pack and then pull it first. 2 Open the backup battery cover. We recommend that you might need. U.S.A. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to 3 times longer than 50% charged. Flashes approx. We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 ...settings. IMPORTANT You may hear some noise from the power outlet. Outside the temperature range of the battery will not start. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for use the compact power adapter without attaching a battery pack. • When the compact power adapter is connected, even if a ...
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NOTES If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be replaced. Be careful not to inform you that it clicks. 4 Close the cover. IMPORTANT Do not interfere ...
NOTES If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be replaced. Be careful not to inform you that it clicks. 4 Close the cover. IMPORTANT Do not interfere ...
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...panel closed to include yourself when recording with your index finger, and the start/stop button with the self timer. 18 Getting Started Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. Rotating the panel 180 degrees is also useful if you wish...and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever as necessary. 4 Fasten the grip belt. You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward. 180° 1 Turn on the camcorder. 2 Move the lens cover switch down to to monitor the LCD screen while you can reach the zoom lever with your thumb. 90° You...
...panel closed to include yourself when recording with your index finger, and the start/stop button with the self timer. 18 Getting Started Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. Rotating the panel 180 degrees is also useful if you wish...and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever as necessary. 4 Fasten the grip belt. You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward. 180° 1 Turn on the camcorder. 2 Move the lens cover switch down to to monitor the LCD screen while you can reach the zoom lever with your thumb. 90° You...
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... press ( ). 6 Press FUNC. For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to close the menu. Preparations 1 Press FUNC. . 2 Select ( ) the icon of the camcorder's functions can set the brightness of the LCD screen at the bottom bar. to Menu Options Lists ( 27). Menu items not available will be adjusted...
... press ( ). 6 Press FUNC. For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to close the menu. Preparations 1 Press FUNC. . 2 Select ( ) the icon of the camcorder's functions can set the brightness of the LCD screen at the bottom bar. to Menu Options Lists ( 27). Menu items not available will be adjusted...
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20 Using the Menus 4 Press FUNC. to close the menu at any time. • With some settings you want to change and press ( ). • An orange frame will appear grayed out. • To return to the menu selection screen, select ( ) [ RETURN] and press ( ). 5 Select ( ) the desired option and press ( ) to save the settings and close the menu at any time. 1 Press FUNC. . 2 Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to open directly the setup menus screen. 3 Select ( ) the desired menu from the Setup Menus The title of the selected menu appears on top of the screen and under it the list of ...
20 Using the Menus 4 Press FUNC. to close the menu at any time. • With some settings you want to change and press ( ). • An orange frame will appear grayed out. • To return to the menu selection screen, select ( ) [ RETURN] and press ( ). 5 Select ( ) the desired option and press ( ) to save the settings and close the menu at any time. 1 Press FUNC. . 2 Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to open directly the setup menus screen. 3 Select ( ) the desired menu from the Setup Menus The title of the selected menu appears on top of the screen and under it the list of ...
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Time Zones Once you have set the time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock every time you purchased the camcorder. The default setting is New York or Singapore, depending on the screen. to close the menu. The time zone setting appears. to close the menu. ...
Time Zones Once you have set the time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock every time you purchased the camcorder. The default setting is New York or Singapore, depending on the screen. to close the menu. The time zone setting appears. to close the menu. ...