Digital Camcorder Full Line Product Guide Summer/Fall 2009
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.../FS200 16 DC420/DC410 Capture high definition video to readily available MiniDV cassette tapes for vast editing options. 12 VIXIA HV40 A high quality, easy way to an internal flash drive or SDHC memory card. The ultimate in hard disk drive. Canon professional camcorders have you 'll never miss the action. Contents VIXIA... SDHC memory card, these camcorders represent the epitome of performance, style and convenience. These camcorders offer exceptional value and utilize widely available MiniDV tapes. 17 ZR960 Professional Camcorders Single camera or multi-camera shoots.
.../FS200 16 DC420/DC410 Capture high definition video to readily available MiniDV cassette tapes for vast editing options. 12 VIXIA HV40 A high quality, easy way to an internal flash drive or SDHC memory card. The ultimate in hard disk drive. Canon professional camcorders have you 'll never miss the action. Contents VIXIA... SDHC memory card, these camcorders represent the epitome of performance, style and convenience. These camcorders offer exceptional value and utilize widely available MiniDV tapes. 17 ZR960 Professional Camcorders Single camera or multi-camera shoots.
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... it. * Availability differs from area to correctly play back tapes that were recorded with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette* or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette. We also recommend cleaning the video heads after cleaning the video heads you may appear if the... during playback. • Sound becomes distorted, or there is no sound during playback. • The message [HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE] appears. Fig. 2 Video heads may be able to area. Cleaning Introduction the Video Heads Digital video camcorders record video signals onto the...
... it. * Availability differs from area to correctly play back tapes that were recorded with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette* or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette. We also recommend cleaning the video heads after cleaning the video heads you may appear if the... during playback. • Sound becomes distorted, or there is no sound during playback. • The message [HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE] appears. Fig. 2 Video heads may be able to area. Cleaning Introduction the Video Heads Digital video camcorders record video signals onto the...
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button ( 18, 45) D.EFFECTS button ( 35) Viewfinder ( 23) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 23) STANDBY indicator ( 25) VIEWFINDER button ( 23) Start/Stop button ( 23) DC IN terminal ( 15) LCD screen ( 20) Serial number/ Battery attachment unit ( 15) Backup battery compartment ( 17) Cassette compartment ( 21) OPEN/EJECT switch ( 21) Cassette compartment cover ( 21) Zoom lever ( 25) Tripod socket ( 53) BATT. (battery release) switch ( 16) 12 • Introduction Back view Top view Bottom view Joystick ( 18) FUNC.
button ( 18, 45) D.EFFECTS button ( 35) Viewfinder ( 23) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 23) STANDBY indicator ( 25) VIEWFINDER button ( 23) Start/Stop button ( 23) DC IN terminal ( 15) LCD screen ( 20) Serial number/ Battery attachment unit ( 15) Backup battery compartment ( 17) Cassette compartment ( 21) OPEN/EJECT switch ( 21) Cassette compartment cover ( 21) Zoom lever ( 25) Tripod socket ( 53) BATT. (battery release) switch ( 16) 12 • Introduction Back view Top view Bottom view Joystick ( 18) FUNC.
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... on the tape used , the actual battery charge may not be accurate. Recording reminder The camcorder counts from 1 to avoid scenes that appears on the cassette's label (for example, 85 minutes). Remaining battery charge • When starts flashing in minutes. ( moves while recording.) When the tape reaches its end, the display...
... on the tape used , the actual battery charge may not be accurate. Recording reminder The camcorder counts from 1 to avoid scenes that appears on the cassette's label (for example, 85 minutes). Remaining battery charge • When starts flashing in minutes. ( moves while recording.) When the tape reaches its end, the display...
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... videocassettes marked with the window facing the grip belt. • To remove a cassette pull it straight out. Less than 99.99% of the arrow and open the cassette compartment cover. The cassette compartment opens automatically. 2 Insert the cassette. • Insert the cassette with the logo. This has no effect on the recorded image and does...
... videocassettes marked with the window facing the grip belt. • To remove a cassette pull it straight out. Less than 99.99% of the arrow and open the cassette compartment cover. The cassette compartment opens automatically. 2 Insert the cassette. • Insert the cassette with the logo. This has no effect on the recorded image and does...
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...NOTES If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be inserted/ removed even if the switch is opening or closing automatically, or attempt to close the cassette compartment cover. 3 Press the mark on the cassette compartment until it is set to (CHG). 22 •... Preparations IMPORTANT • Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it clicks. 4 Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and ...
...NOTES If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be inserted/ removed even if the switch is opening or closing automatically, or attempt to close the cassette compartment cover. 3 Press the mark on the cassette compartment until it is set to (CHG). 22 •... Preparations IMPORTANT • Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it clicks. 4 Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and ...
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... Recorded switch: EXP FOCUS 1 Set the mode switch to . 2 Press to resume recording using the viewfinder with the [QUICK START] setting ( 49). • Opening the cassette compartment cover while the camcorder is in standby mode for example, while a menu is being displayed), the camcorder may not enter standby mode. Check that...
... Recorded switch: EXP FOCUS 1 Set the mode switch to . 2 Press to resume recording using the viewfinder with the [QUICK START] setting ( 49). • Opening the cassette compartment cover while the camcorder is in standby mode for example, while a menu is being displayed), the camcorder may not enter standby mode. Check that...
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... order to continue recording from that point. switch: POINTS TO CHECK Stop the playback before using this function to be used once you remove the cassette. • If there are blank sections between recordings, the end search may not work correctly. You can select the data to locate the end of...
... order to continue recording from that point. switch: POINTS TO CHECK Stop the playback before using this function to be used once you remove the cassette. • If there are blank sections between recordings, the end search may not work correctly. You can select the data to locate the end of...
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... in video and sound quality. On a VCR: Set the input selector to a VCR or a digital video device. Recording 1 This camcorder: Load the recorded cassette. 2 Connected device: Load a blank cassette or disc and set to copy and pause the playback shortly before starting the connections. • We recommend powering the camcorder using the...
... in video and sound quality. On a VCR: Set the input selector to a VCR or a digital video device. Recording 1 This camcorder: Load the recorded cassette. 2 Connected device: Load a blank cassette or disc and set to copy and pause the playback shortly before starting the connections. • We recommend powering the camcorder using the...
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... a tape. Use the compact power adapter. Consult a Canon Service Center. - (two quick flashes at least 50% charged ( 16). This is damaged. The battery pack is not a malfunction. twice per second and charging stops. - Load a cassette ( 21). Abnormal characters appear on the TV screen. - Load a cassette ( 21). Video noise appears on the screen. Consult...
... a tape. Use the compact power adapter. Consult a Canon Service Center. - (two quick flashes at least 50% charged ( 16). This is damaged. The battery pack is not a malfunction. twice per second and charging stops. - Load a cassette ( 21). Abnormal characters appear on the TV screen. - Load a cassette ( 21). Video noise appears on the screen. Consult...
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... Start/Stop (when recording) or push the joystick ( ) toward / (during playback). Pressing Start/Stop will not appear on the TV screen. - Load a cassette ( 21). - If you are using a DV cable. - Never use tissue paper to VIDEO ( 40). - Adjust the viewfinder with the [SPEAKER VOLUME] setting... the video heads ( 2). - Stop playback/dubbing. Replace the backup lithium battery ( 17) and set to VIDEO. Rewind the tape or replace the cassette ( 21). - Focus manually ( 32). - Set the camcorder to play back or dub a copyright protected tape ( 42). No sound from an external...
... Start/Stop (when recording) or push the joystick ( ) toward / (during playback). Pressing Start/Stop will not appear on the TV screen. - Load a cassette ( 21). - If you are using a DV cable. - Never use tissue paper to VIDEO ( 40). - Adjust the viewfinder with the [SPEAKER VOLUME] setting... the video heads ( 2). - Stop playback/dubbing. Replace the backup lithium battery ( 17) and set to VIDEO. Rewind the tape or replace the cassette ( 21). - Focus manually ( 32). - Set the camcorder to play back or dub a copyright protected tape ( 42). No sound from an external...
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...Clean the video heads ( 2). CHECK THE CASSETTE [INCORRECT TAPE SPECIFICATION] - The DV cable is protected. Remove the cassette. You attempted to dub a copyright protected tape ( 42). INCORRECT TAPE SPECIFICATION PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED - Cassette is not correctly connected to protect the tape.... attempted to play back a copyright protected tape ( 42). Tape reached the end. COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED - REMOVE THE CASSETTE - Remove the cassette and reinsert it ( 21). List of the protect switch ( 55). 52 • Additional Information Replace or charge the ...
...Clean the video heads ( 2). CHECK THE CASSETTE [INCORRECT TAPE SPECIFICATION] - The DV cable is protected. Remove the cassette. You attempted to dub a copyright protected tape ( 42). INCORRECT TAPE SPECIFICATION PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED - Cassette is not correctly connected to protect the tape.... attempted to play back a copyright protected tape ( 42). Tape reached the end. COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED - REMOVE THE CASSETTE - Remove the cassette and reinsert it ( 21). List of the protect switch ( 55). 52 • Additional Information Replace or charge the ...
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... and uncharged battery packs. Do not drop or subject them to time if they are stored for a long time. • Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use. Wipe the terminals with care. Long-term storage • Store battery packs in use tapes that have been jammed as...damage the camcorder. • Do not use . About the battery terminal cover The battery terminal cover has a [ ]shaped hole. Battery Pack Back side of the cassette, or cover them upright. Do not leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather. • Do not try to disassemble or modify it...
... and uncharged battery packs. Do not drop or subject them to time if they are stored for a long time. • Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use. Wipe the terminals with care. Long-term storage • Store battery packs in use tapes that have been jammed as...damage the camcorder. • Do not use . About the battery terminal cover The battery terminal cover has a [ ]shaped hole. Battery Pack Back side of the cassette, or cover them upright. Do not leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather. • Do not try to disassemble or modify it...
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... swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately. Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure To protect your recordings from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to ensure proper contact. • For California, USA only: Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material - Use of other metal tools,... will cause a short circuit. • Wipe the battery with a CR1616 battery made by the camcorder. • With cassettes equipped with a memory function, metal plated terminals may become dirty with a cotton swab after about 10 times of removing and reinserting the...
... swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately. Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure To protect your recordings from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to ensure proper contact. • For California, USA only: Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material - Use of other metal tools,... will cause a short circuit. • Wipe the battery with a CR1616 battery made by the camcorder. • With cassettes equipped with a memory function, metal plated terminals may become dirty with a cotton swab after about 10 times of removing and reinserting the...
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...water droplets) to clean the camcorder body. RESUMING USE The precise time required for approx. 4 seconds and starts flashing. • If a cassette is detected. LCD Screen • Clean the LCD screen using a non-aerosol type blower brush. • Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning...56 • Additional Information Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may form on its internal surfaces. Leaving the cassette in the following cases: • When the camcorder is moved quickly from the bag. After the condensation warning stops flashing, wait...
...water droplets) to clean the camcorder body. RESUMING USE The precise time required for approx. 4 seconds and starts flashing. • If a cassette is detected. LCD Screen • Clean the LCD screen using a non-aerosol type blower brush. • Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning...56 • Additional Information Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may form on its internal surfaces. Leaving the cassette in the following cases: • When the camcorder is moved quickly from the bag. After the condensation warning stops flashing, wait...
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Product Codes Provided Accessories CA-590 Compact Power Adapter BP-2L5 Battery Pack STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Optional Accessories NB-2LH Battery Pack BP-2L13 Battery Pack BP-2L14 Battery Pack CB-2LW Battery Charger CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger WD-H30.5 Wide-converter TL-H30.5 Tele-converter FS-30.5U Filter Set SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case DVM-CL DV Cleaning Cassette D85-1671-000 D85-1632-000 D82-0590-002 9612A001AA 2069B002AA 9582A002AA 0763B001AA 7873A002AA 9065A001AA 9064A001AA 6738A002AA 9389A001AA 3134A002AA (D36-0032-201) 62 • Additional Information
Product Codes Provided Accessories CA-590 Compact Power Adapter BP-2L5 Battery Pack STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Optional Accessories NB-2LH Battery Pack BP-2L13 Battery Pack BP-2L14 Battery Pack CB-2LW Battery Charger CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger WD-H30.5 Wide-converter TL-H30.5 Tele-converter FS-30.5U Filter Set SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case DVM-CL DV Cleaning Cassette D85-1671-000 D85-1632-000 D82-0590-002 9612A001AA 2069B002AA 9582A002AA 0763B001AA 7873A002AA 9065A001AA 9064A001AA 6738A002AA 9389A001AA 3134A002AA (D36-0032-201) 62 • Additional Information
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... HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Canon USA shall have other malfunction of purchase. C) If defects or damages are sold to state. U.S.A. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinet (exterior finish), video cassette tape, head cleanings, nor does it is used for a period of unauthorized parts or by service...
... HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Canon USA shall have other malfunction of purchase. C) If defects or damages are sold to state. U.S.A. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinet (exterior finish), video cassette tape, head cleanings, nor does it is used for a period of unauthorized parts or by service...