DV Messenger Ver 1.0 Instruction Manual
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... OPTURA Pi ZR10 ELURA2 MC ELURA2 ZR30 MC ZR25 MC ZR20 XL1S OPTURA100 MC ELURA20 MC ELURA10 ZR50 MC* ZR45 MC* ZR47 MC KR* ZR40 ELURA40 MC* GL2* OPTURA200 MC* ZR70 MC* ZR65 MC* ZR60 OPTURA20* OPTURA10* ELURA50* Availability differs from the Canon Homepage. Please refer to communicate with the DV Messenger. File transfer: If your computer. Turn off the camcorder after use. ¡ Tapes...
... OPTURA Pi ZR10 ELURA2 MC ELURA2 ZR30 MC ZR25 MC ZR20 XL1S OPTURA100 MC ELURA20 MC ELURA10 ZR50 MC* ZR45 MC* ZR47 MC KR* ZR40 ELURA40 MC* GL2* OPTURA200 MC* ZR70 MC* ZR65 MC* ZR60 OPTURA20* OPTURA10* ELURA50* Availability differs from the Canon Homepage. Please refer to communicate with the DV Messenger. File transfer: If your computer. Turn off the camcorder after use. ¡ Tapes...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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...the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within an equilateral triangle, is required to stop operation of the FCC Rules. Inc. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR25 MC and Compact Power Adapter, CA-560 This device complies with arrowhead symbol, within the product's enclosure, that to which can ...SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 2 The lightning flash with Part 15 of electric shock to constitute a risk of the FCC Rules. Canon U.S.A. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be of sufficient magnitude to persons. Note: This equipment has been...
...the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within an equilateral triangle, is required to stop operation of the FCC Rules. Inc. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR25 MC and Compact Power Adapter, CA-560 This device complies with arrowhead symbol, within the product's enclosure, that to which can ...SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 2 The lightning flash with Part 15 of electric shock to constitute a risk of the FCC Rules. Canon U.S.A. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be of sufficient magnitude to persons. Note: This equipment has been...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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... All warnings on or pinched by items placed upon or against voltage surges and built-up static charges. the plug fully into 4. Cleaning - The product should be ...unit, size of grounding conductors, location of power source indicated E 1. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your product dealer or local power company. Do not defeat the ...They may cause the product and cart combination to the product. information with respect to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR25 MC and all its accessories. Power Sources - The CA-560 Compact "product" refers to proper ...
... All warnings on or pinched by items placed upon or against voltage surges and built-up static charges. the plug fully into 4. Cleaning - The product should be ...unit, size of grounding conductors, location of power source indicated E 1. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your product dealer or local power company. Do not defeat the ...They may cause the product and cart combination to the product. information with respect to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR25 MC and all its accessories. Power Sources - The CA-560 Compact "product" refers to proper ...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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... IMPORTANT SAFETY Using the Various Recording INSTRUCTIONS 3 Programs 54 Thank you for Choosing a Canon 7 Using Digital Effects 58 Introducing the ZR25 MC 8 Audio Recording 63 Mastering the Basics Setting the Self-Timer 65 Introduction Finding Your Way Around the ZR25 MC ..9 ~ Preparations ... ~ Powering Your Camcorder 12 Loading a Cassette 17 ~ Basic Recording ... ~ Basic Recording 19 Zooming 23 Using...
... IMPORTANT SAFETY Using the Various Recording INSTRUCTIONS 3 Programs 54 Thank you for Choosing a Canon 7 Using Digital Effects 58 Introducing the ZR25 MC 8 Audio Recording 63 Mastering the Basics Setting the Self-Timer 65 Introduction Finding Your Way Around the ZR25 MC ..9 ~ Preparations ... ~ Powering Your Camcorder 12 Loading a Cassette 17 ~ Basic Recording ... ~ Basic Recording 19 Zooming 23 Using...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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... and Recording Them to a Cassette (Card Mix 105 Copying Still Images from the body of the camcorder : Functions that can be operated from a Cassette....108 Copying Memory Card Still Images Preparing the Camcorder 115 Notes on Using the Batteries 117 Maintenance 120 Troubleshooting 124 The ZR25 MC System Diagram 128 Optional Accessories 129 Screen Displays 132...
... and Recording Them to a Cassette (Card Mix 105 Copying Still Images from the body of the camcorder : Functions that can be operated from a Cassette....108 Copying Memory Card Still Images Preparing the Camcorder 115 Notes on Using the Batteries 117 Maintenance 120 Troubleshooting 124 The ZR25 MC System Diagram 128 Optional Accessories 129 Screen Displays 132...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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...even more dramatic results. The digital zoom magnifies this up to a VCR or analog camcorder and record onto a DV tape in the camcorder.) Combine still images recorded on the card with your original movies or still images. Analog Line-in Recording...ZR25 MC. 8 Still Photos Just press the photo button to a PC. Memory Card 10× Lens and 40× (Card)/ 200× (Tape) Digital Zoom Record, manage and store still images on a pre-recorded tape. Digital Effects Advanced digital technology allows you record vivid, virtually blurfree still images of still images to capture still...
...even more dramatic results. The digital zoom magnifies this up to a VCR or analog camcorder and record onto a DV tape in the camcorder.) Combine still images recorded on the card with your original movies or still images. Analog Line-in Recording...ZR25 MC. 8 Still Photos Just press the photo button to a PC. Memory Card 10× Lens and 40× (Card)/ 200× (Tape) Digital Zoom Record, manage and store still images on a pre-recorded tape. Digital Effects Advanced digital technology allows you record vivid, virtually blurfree still images of still images to capture still...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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... button (p. 61) SLIDE SHOW INDEX SCREEN /MIX Digital effects ON/OFF button (p. 61)/ INDEX SCREEN button (p. 101) DIGITAL EFFECTS ON/OFF MENU BATT. (battery) RELEASE button (p. 14) Memory card compartment cover (p. 93) Backup battery cover (p. 119) Battery attachment unit (p. 13) LCD panel OPEN ... screen (p. 24) DC IN 9.5V CHARGE Self-timer button (p. 65)/ REC PAUSE (LINE-IN) button (p. 80, 82) REC PAUSE CARD - Finding Your Way Around the ZR25 MC E Mastering the Basics Record review button (p. 53)/ REC (record) SEARCH -
... button (p. 61) SLIDE SHOW INDEX SCREEN /MIX Digital effects ON/OFF button (p. 61)/ INDEX SCREEN button (p. 101) DIGITAL EFFECTS ON/OFF MENU BATT. (battery) RELEASE button (p. 14) Memory card compartment cover (p. 93) Backup battery cover (p. 119) Battery attachment unit (p. 13) LCD panel OPEN ... screen (p. 24) DC IN 9.5V CHARGE Self-timer button (p. 65)/ REC PAUSE (LINE-IN) button (p. 80, 82) REC PAUSE CARD - Finding Your Way Around the ZR25 MC E Mastering the Basics Record review button (p. 53)/ REC (record) SEARCH -
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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...the Image Stabilizer Off E MENU With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be turned off when the program selector is not as effective as usual during telephoto recording. Then select IMAGE S. However, the ZR25 MC's image stabilizer allows you to OFF and ...camcorder is mounted on a tripod. • The image stabilizer is set it to obtain steady recordings even at high magnification. + , + TAPE CAMERA CARD CAMERA ( 37) CAM.SET UP IMAGE S. •ON To turn the image stabilizer off . • The image stabilizer cannot be noticeable during the Low Light mode...
...the Image Stabilizer Off E MENU With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be turned off when the program selector is not as effective as usual during telephoto recording. Then select IMAGE S. However, the ZR25 MC's image stabilizer allows you to OFF and ...camcorder is mounted on a tripod. • The image stabilizer is set it to obtain steady recordings even at high magnification. + , + TAPE CAMERA CARD CAMERA ( 37) CAM.SET UP IMAGE S. •ON To turn the image stabilizer off . • The image stabilizer cannot be noticeable during the Low Light mode...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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... their audio levels will be different from a camcorder with DV terminal outputs, the audio mode becomes automatically set it to "16 bit" and close the menu. • "16 bit" is possible to connect almost any stereo microphone with a built-in power supply (condenser microphone). When using ...for approximately 4 seconds. Audio Recording Selecting the audio mode E ZR25 MC can connect an external microphone to the camcorder via the MIC terminal. The 16-bit mode produces the higher sound quality (slightly superior to CD) while the 12-bit mode records on a tape in the display for you ...
... their audio levels will be different from a camcorder with DV terminal outputs, the audio mode becomes automatically set it to "16 bit" and close the menu. • "16 bit" is possible to connect almost any stereo microphone with a built-in power supply (condenser microphone). When using ...for approximately 4 seconds. Audio Recording Selecting the audio mode E ZR25 MC can connect an external microphone to the camcorder via the MIC terminal. The 16-bit mode produces the higher sound quality (slightly superior to CD) while the 12-bit mode records on a tape in the display for you ...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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... data code may not be displayed correctly. • The data code will read . • If a recording made on ZR25 MC is played back on a camcorder without a data code function. - If noise or tape damage prevents the data code from being read "- - -" in the display even if DISPLAYS ( 132) has been ...
... data code may not be displayed correctly. • The data code will read . • If a recording made on ZR25 MC is played back on a camcorder without a data code function. - If noise or tape damage prevents the data code from being read "- - -" in the display even if DISPLAYS ( 132) has been ...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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...headphones while doing analog line-in recording. Load your recorded cassette, and put the VCR in playback pause mode. • See your VCR or analog camcorder (for digital camcorders, see "Connections for details. 3. Preparations 1. Connect the camcorder to AV for analog line-in recording. Load a blank cassette. 81 Turn the... may not appear so on the VCR. For further details, see p. 79) or a TV program onto a tape in the ZR25 MC, if the TV or E other camcorder. 2. Prepare the device. (Example connecting to the VCR) • Set the TV/Video selector on the television to TAPE. ...
...headphones while doing analog line-in recording. Load your recorded cassette, and put the VCR in playback pause mode. • See your VCR or analog camcorder (for digital camcorders, see "Connections for details. 3. Preparations 1. Connect the camcorder to AV for analog line-in recording. Load a blank cassette. 81 Turn the... may not appear so on the VCR. For further details, see p. 79) or a TV program onto a tape in the ZR25 MC, if the TV or E other camcorder. 2. Prepare the device. (Example connecting to the VCR) • Set the TV/Video selector on the television to TAPE. ...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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... be inserted The playback tape Before inserting The tape in the camcorder Insert start point Insert end point After inserting The tape in the camcorder The video and audio of the new scene replace that of the old. recorded tape using the ZR25 MC's analog line-in or DV in the display, switch the... SELECT AUDIO DUB. If PHONES appears in terminals. Recording Over Existing Scenes (AV Insert Editing) You can insert new scenes from your VCR or other camcorder onto your pre-
... be inserted The playback tape Before inserting The tape in the camcorder Insert start point Insert end point After inserting The tape in the camcorder The video and audio of the new scene replace that of the old. recorded tape using the ZR25 MC's analog line-in or DV in the display, switch the... SELECT AUDIO DUB. If PHONES appears in terminals. Recording Over Existing Scenes (AV Insert Editing) You can insert new scenes from your VCR or other camcorder onto your pre-
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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... rewind playback or slow playback etc. (analog only). Connect the camcorder to TAPE. 84 Editing If there are non-recorded portions or changes in the recording mode, you may not be able to insert AV correctly. Turn the camcorder's POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) and load a recorded cassette.... on the cassette has been slid to REC (closed position). 4. Preparations E The tape in the camcorder: When using the ZR25 MC's AV insert function, only record to tapes recorded in SP mode with anomalous synchronized signals, such as when the program itself received poor signals. Example recording from a...
... rewind playback or slow playback etc. (analog only). Connect the camcorder to TAPE. 84 Editing If there are non-recorded portions or changes in the recording mode, you may not be able to insert AV correctly. Turn the camcorder's POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) and load a recorded cassette.... on the cassette has been slid to REC (closed position). 4. Preparations E The tape in the camcorder: When using the ZR25 MC's AV insert function, only record to tapes recorded in SP mode with anomalous synchronized signals, such as when the program itself received poor signals. Example recording from a...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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...check the LCD or the viewfinder as you add new sound. If your tape hasn't been recorded in SP mode with the internal or external microphone (MIC. For best results, add sound to AV through the menu (... sound. To connect an external microphone: Editing 86 IN). Always check the new sound with this camcorder in a mode other audio equipment: : Signal flow OUTPUT STV-250N Stereo Video Cable AV IN/OUT AUDIO L ...video terminals and check your original tape onto a blank tape using the ZR25 MC's analog line-in the display, switch the terminal. Audio Dubbing You can add sound to SP.
...check the LCD or the viewfinder as you add new sound. If your tape hasn't been recorded in SP mode with the internal or external microphone (MIC. For best results, add sound to AV through the menu (... sound. To connect an external microphone: Editing 86 IN). Always check the new sound with this camcorder in a mode other audio equipment: : Signal flow OUTPUT STV-250N Stereo Video Cable AV IN/OUT AUDIO L ...video terminals and check your original tape onto a blank tape using the ZR25 MC's analog line-in the display, switch the terminal. Audio Dubbing You can add sound to SP.
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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...the microphone. • changes to stop dubbing, press the STOP button (and then stop play on the other than the ZR25 MC. • After adding sound 3 or more times to the playback pause mode. When you get to the point where you want to . 7. Press AUDIO DUB. • AUDIO DUB. Editing Notes...quality if you want to adjust the audio mix ( 89) when playing back a tape with added sound. • There may be a loss of the camcorder or the special playback functions on the display. 6. Press the PAUSE button (and start audio dubbing, then press E the PAUSE button. • You ...
...the microphone. • changes to stop dubbing, press the STOP button (and then stop play on the other than the ZR25 MC. • After adding sound 3 or more times to the playback pause mode. When you get to the point where you want to . 7. Press AUDIO DUB. • AUDIO DUB. Editing Notes...quality if you want to adjust the audio mix ( 89) when playing back a tape with added sound. • There may be a loss of the camcorder or the special playback functions on the display. 6. Press the PAUSE button (and start audio dubbing, then press E the PAUSE button. • You ...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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The ZR25 MC System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) E WS-20 Wrist Strap SS-700 Shoulder Strap WD-30.5 Wideconverter WL-D77 Wireless Controller MiniDV Video ... Case CA-560 Compact Power Adapter BP-500 Series Battery Pack S-150 S-video Cable STV-250N Stereo Video Cable TV VCR CV-150F DV Cable Digital Device PC Card Adapter PC Card Reader MMC-8M MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card FD Adapter Personal Computer Additional Information 128
The ZR25 MC System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) E WS-20 Wrist Strap SS-700 Shoulder Strap WD-30.5 Wideconverter WL-D77 Wireless Controller MiniDV Video ... Case CA-560 Compact Power Adapter BP-500 Series Battery Pack S-150 S-video Cable STV-250N Stereo Video Cable TV VCR CV-150F DV Cable Digital Device PC Card Adapter PC Card Reader MMC-8M MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card FD Adapter Personal Computer Additional Information 128
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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...as usual when the tele-converter is attached. Information Center. BP-500 Series Battery Packs Extra batteries for your Canon camcorder by calling: E 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. BP-511 BP-522 BP-535 CR-560 Charge Adapter/Car Battery Cable Kit Connect the car battery cable... you a wide perspective for genuine Canon video accessories. Also, when used with the CA-560 Compact Power Adapter, this charge adapter can also obtain genuine accessories for use with the ZR25 MC. Additional Information 129 The car battery cable plugs into your camcorder or recharge battery packs on the ...
...as usual when the tele-converter is attached. Information Center. BP-500 Series Battery Packs Extra batteries for your Canon camcorder by calling: E 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. BP-511 BP-522 BP-535 CR-560 Charge Adapter/Car Battery Cable Kit Connect the car battery cable... you a wide perspective for genuine Canon video accessories. Also, when used with the CA-560 Compact Power Adapter, this charge adapter can also obtain genuine accessories for use with the ZR25 MC. Additional Information 129 The car battery cable plugs into your camcorder or recharge battery packs on the ...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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...digital sound: 16 bit (48kHz/2ch), 12 bit (32kHz/4ch) Image sensor: 1/4" CCD (charge coupled device), approx. 460,000 pixels (approx. 290,000 effective pixels) Tape format: Videocassettes bearing the D mark. when using a memory card) Minimum illumination: 2 lx (using the Low Light program in TAPE CAMERA mode...Weight and dimensions are approximate Errors and omissions excepted. cassette): SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min. Canon is a trademark of Canon Inc. 139 Additional Information Specifications ZR25 MC Power Supply (rated): 7.4 V DC Power Consumption (while recording with 600 ohm mic)/ at least 40...
...digital sound: 16 bit (48kHz/2ch), 12 bit (32kHz/4ch) Image sensor: 1/4" CCD (charge coupled device), approx. 460,000 pixels (approx. 290,000 effective pixels) Tape format: Videocassettes bearing the D mark. when using a memory card) Minimum illumination: 2 lx (using the Low Light program in TAPE CAMERA mode...Weight and dimensions are approximate Errors and omissions excepted. cassette): SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min. Canon is a trademark of Canon Inc. 139 Additional Information Specifications ZR25 MC Power Supply (rated): 7.4 V DC Power Consumption (while recording with 600 ohm mic)/ at least 40...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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Index 16:9, 22 E Å Abroad, Using the Camcorder, 122 Accessories, 7, 129 Adapter, AC, 12-14, 16 AE Programs, 54 AE Shift, 67 Analog line-in, 81 Art, 60 Audio Dubbing, 86 Audio Mix, 89 Audio Mode, 63 Audio Output, 90 Audio Recording and Playback, 30, 63, 89 Audio/Video Terminal, 31..., 76 Digital Effects, 58 Digital Zoom, 23 DV Dubbing, 79, 99 ‰ Easy Recording, 56 Editing to a VCR, 78 Effects, 60 Erasing Still Images from a Memory Card, 103 External Microphone, 63, 86 Ï Fade Trigger, 59 Faders, 59 Fast Forward, 27 Feedback, 33 File Numbers, 95 Finding Your Way Around the ZR25 MC, 9...
Index 16:9, 22 E Å Abroad, Using the Camcorder, 122 Accessories, 7, 129 Adapter, AC, 12-14, 16 AE Programs, 54 AE Shift, 67 Analog line-in, 81 Art, 60 Audio Dubbing, 86 Audio Mix, 89 Audio Mode, 63 Audio Output, 90 Audio Recording and Playback, 30, 63, 89 Audio/Video Terminal, 31..., 76 Digital Effects, 58 Digital Zoom, 23 DV Dubbing, 79, 99 ‰ Easy Recording, 56 Editing to a VCR, 78 Effects, 60 Erasing Still Images from a Memory Card, 103 External Microphone, 63, 86 Ï Fade Trigger, 59 Faders, 59 Fast Forward, 27 Feedback, 33 File Numbers, 95 Finding Your Way Around the ZR25 MC, 9...
ZR25 MC Instruction Manual
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... warranty of purchase available when you may be directerd to ship the DV Camcorder, postage prepaid, to the CUSA Center or Service Facility nearest to each Canon ZR25 MC Digital Video Camcorder ("DV Camcorder") purchased and used in conjunction with incompatible peripheral equipment and incompatible software.... IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DV CAMCORDER SOLD BY CUSA AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. One Canon Plaza Lake Success, New York 11042 Additional Information 145 CANON® ZR25 MC DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER LIMITED WARRANTY E The limited warranty set forth below is...
... warranty of purchase available when you may be directerd to ship the DV Camcorder, postage prepaid, to the CUSA Center or Service Facility nearest to each Canon ZR25 MC Digital Video Camcorder ("DV Camcorder") purchased and used in conjunction with incompatible peripheral equipment and incompatible software.... IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DV CAMCORDER SOLD BY CUSA AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. One Canon Plaza Lake Success, New York 11042 Additional Information 145 CANON® ZR25 MC DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER LIMITED WARRANTY E The limited warranty set forth below is...