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Fig. 2 Video heads may not be defective. Stop using it. * Availability differs from area to correctly play back tapes that were recorded with damaged or dirty tapes. • Using the camcorder in humid ... is no sound during playback. • The message [HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE] appears. Fig. 1 If such symptoms appear, clean the video heads with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette* or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette. The following conditions: • Using the camcorder in dusty places. • Using...
Fig. 2 Video heads may not be defective. Stop using it. * Availability differs from area to correctly play back tapes that were recorded with damaged or dirty tapes. • Using the camcorder in humid ... is no sound during playback. • The message [HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE] appears. Fig. 1 If such symptoms appear, clean the video heads with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette* or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette. The following conditions: • Using the camcorder in dusty places. • Using...
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... THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR960 A systems This device complies with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. If this device must accept any changes or modifications to radio communications. Canon U.S.A., Inc. Note: This equipment has been ...circuit different from that interference will not occur in the literature accompanying the product. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to stop operation of the FCC Rules. The lightning flash with the instructions, may be required to disconnect the plug in a residential ...
... THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR960 A systems This device complies with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. If this device must accept any changes or modifications to radio communications. Canon U.S.A., Inc. Note: This equipment has been ...circuit different from that interference will not occur in the literature accompanying the product. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to stop operation of the FCC Rules. The lightning flash with the instructions, may be required to disconnect the plug in a residential ...
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...The CA-590 Compact Power Adapter should be followed. 14 Cleaning - All warnings on the marking label. Refer all servicing to rain or water. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that produce heat. 8 Protect the power cord from being walked ... instructions should be adhered to. 13 Follow instructions - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "apparatus" or "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR960 A and all its normal operation. 4 • Introduction
...The CA-590 Compact Power Adapter should be followed. 14 Cleaning - All warnings on the marking label. Refer all servicing to rain or water. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that produce heat. 8 Protect the power cord from being walked ... instructions should be adhered to. 13 Follow instructions - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "apparatus" or "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR960 A and all its normal operation. 4 • Introduction
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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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...'s label (for example, 85 minutes). Recording reminder The camcorder counts from 1 to 10 seconds when you will be indicated accurately. Tape operation Record, Record pause, Stop, Eject, Fast forward, Rewind, Playback, Playback pause, Fast forward playback, Rewind playback Remaining tape Indicates the remaining time of minutes that are used , the remaining...
...'s label (for example, 85 minutes). Recording reminder The camcorder counts from 1 to 10 seconds when you will be indicated accurately. Tape operation Record, Record pause, Stop, Eject, Fast forward, Rewind, Playback, Playback pause, Fast forward playback, Rewind playback Remaining tape Indicates the remaining time of minutes that are used , the remaining...
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... of the strap. Preparations • 17 Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Start/Stop button with the + side facing out. 4 Close the cover. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to be replaced. Installing the...
... of the strap. Preparations • 17 Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Start/Stop button with the + side facing out. 4 Close the cover. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to be replaced. Installing the...
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Press Start/Stop again to activate the viewfinder along with the dioptric adjustment lever. Video • 23 If necessary, clean the video heads ( 2). Adjust the viewfinder as necessary ... source and remove the battery pack. Video This chapter covers functions related to CAMERA. from basic recording and zooming to begin recording. switch: 3 Press Start/Stop to more advanced manual picture adjustments. Using the Viewfinder When recording in bright places it may be difficult to check if the camcorder operates correctly...
Press Start/Stop again to activate the viewfinder along with the dioptric adjustment lever. Video • 23 If necessary, clean the video heads ( 2). Adjust the viewfinder as necessary ... source and remove the battery pack. Video This chapter covers functions related to CAMERA. from basic recording and zooming to begin recording. switch: 3 Press Start/Stop to more advanced manual picture adjustments. Using the Viewfinder When recording in bright places it may be difficult to check if the camcorder operates correctly...
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...FUNC. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the last recording ( 28). • To protect the tape and video heads, the camcorder will enter the stop mode ( ) if left without any operation for 5 minutes. Before you start shooting. About the mode switch and recording programs Set the mode switch to ...change the video quality and as fireworks shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may not be recovered. To resume recording press Start/Stop . • About the Power Save mode: If [POWER SAVE] is set the shutter speed manually and enjoy the flexibility to 4:3. Follow...
...FUNC. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the last recording ( 28). • To protect the tape and video heads, the camcorder will enter the stop mode ( ) if left without any operation for 5 minutes. Before you start shooting. About the mode switch and recording programs Set the mode switch to ...change the video quality and as fireworks shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may not be recovered. To resume recording press Start/Stop . • About the Power Save mode: If [POWER SAVE] is set the shutter speed manually and enjoy the flexibility to 4:3. Follow...
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Video • 27 To resume the playback push the joystick ( ) toward /. • Sound from the speaker will enter the stop the playback. Push the joystick ( ) toward or ( ) toward to stop mode ( ) if left in playback pause ( ) mode for playback. During fast playback you want to begin the playback. • Push the joystick ( ) toward...
Video • 27 To resume the playback push the joystick ( ) toward /. • Sound from the speaker will enter the stop the playback. Push the joystick ( ) toward or ( ) toward to stop mode ( ) if left in playback pause ( ) mode for playback. During fast playback you want to begin the playback. • Push the joystick ( ) toward...
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... when the scene was recorded. [ DATE & TIME] Displays both the date and time of the recording and stops the tape. • To cancel the end search push the joystick ( ) toward . switch: POINTS TO CHECK Stop the playback before using this function to locate the end of the last scene recorded in order...
... when the scene was recorded. [ DATE & TIME] Displays both the date and time of the recording and stops the tape. • To cancel the end search push the joystick ( ) toward . switch: POINTS TO CHECK Stop the playback before using this function to locate the end of the last scene recorded in order...
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appears. 3 Press Start/Stop to start the procedure. In such case, focus manually. • Reflective surfaces • Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines • Fast moving subjects .... [ MENU] [ CAMERA SETUP] [SELF TIMER] [ ON ] 2 Press FUNC. The countdown appears on the LCD video light. LCD Video Light Self Timer You can press Start/Stop again or turn off the viewfinder's display. For a brighter picture, we recommend keeping a distance of the LCD screen (LCD video light) to record in the...
appears. 3 Press Start/Stop to start the procedure. In such case, focus manually. • Reflective surfaces • Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines • Fast moving subjects .... [ MENU] [ CAMERA SETUP] [SELF TIMER] [ ON ] 2 Press FUNC. The countdown appears on the LCD video light. LCD Video Light Self Timer You can press Start/Stop again or turn off the viewfinder's display. For a brighter picture, we recommend keeping a distance of the LCD screen (LCD video light) to record in the...
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... initial brightness of the image may keep flashing. FUNC. [ AUTO] Desired option* FUNC. * When you select the custom white balance: - When the adjustment is completed, stops flashing and stays on the light source, may change . - to lock and save the setting and close the menu. Set the custom white balance in...
... initial brightness of the image may keep flashing. FUNC. [ AUTO] Desired option* FUNC. * When you select the custom white balance: - When the adjustment is completed, stops flashing and stays on the light source, may change . - to lock and save the setting and close the menu. Set the custom white balance in...
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... use a commercially available microphone, for example to fade out and pause the playback. TO FADE OUT Press D.EFFECTS ... : ...while recording, then press Start/Stop to fade out and pause the recording. : ...during playback. TO FADE IN Press D.EFFECTS ... : ...in record pause mode, then press Start.../Stop to start the playback. Applying Press D.EFFECTS to activate the fader/effect. • The icon of the selected digital effect turns green. • Press...
... use a commercially available microphone, for example to fade out and pause the playback. TO FADE OUT Press D.EFFECTS ... : ...while recording, then press Start/Stop to fade out and pause the recording. : ...during playback. TO FADE IN Press D.EFFECTS ... : ...in record pause mode, then press Start.../Stop to start the playback. Applying Press D.EFFECTS to activate the fader/effect. • The icon of the selected digital effect turns green. • Press...
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... type 2 , as the video input the same terminal to record pause mode. 3 This camcorder: Locate the scene you connected the camcorder. Stop recording when copying is complete. 6 This camcorder: Stop playback. 40 • External Connections Playback on a TV Screen The quality of the playback picture will connect the camcorder ( 47). switch: POINTS...
... type 2 , as the video input the same terminal to record pause mode. 3 This camcorder: Locate the scene you connected the camcorder. Stop recording when copying is complete. 6 This camcorder: Stop playback. 40 • External Connections Playback on a TV Screen The quality of the playback picture will connect the camcorder ( 47). switch: POINTS...
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... digital video devices and record the input video on the camcorder's screen. 4 When the scene you wish to record appears, push the joystick ( ) toward / to stop recording. 7 Connected device: Stop the playback. External Connections • 41
... digital video devices and record the input video on the camcorder's screen. 4 When the scene you wish to record appears, push the joystick ( ) toward / to stop recording. 7 Connected device: Stop the playback. External Connections • 41
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... which you will connect the camcorder. [NORMAL TV]: TV sets with 4:3 aspect ratio. [WIDE TV]: TV sets with other devices or vice versa, you may stop briefly. [TV TYPE]: In order to display the picture in full and in LP mode with 16:9 aspect ratio. • If you make recordings in...
... which you will connect the camcorder. [NORMAL TV]: TV sets with 4:3 aspect ratio. [WIDE TV]: TV sets with other devices or vice versa, you may stop briefly. [TV TYPE]: In order to display the picture in full and in LP mode with 16:9 aspect ratio. • If you make recordings in...
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...this section. The battery pack is damaged. Attach the battery pack correctly. - Battery packs become hot with your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. When the battery pack is outside the charging temperature range, the CHG (charge) indicator will not...pack. - Check that the compact power adapter is faulty. The charge indicator flashes rapidly. - (one flash at 0.5-second intervals) Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is correctly connected to Condensation ( 56). [REMOVE THE CASSETTE] appears on the screen. -...
...this section. The battery pack is damaged. Attach the battery pack correctly. - Battery packs become hot with your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. When the battery pack is outside the charging temperature range, the CHG (charge) indicator will not...pack. - Check that the compact power adapter is faulty. The charge indicator flashes rapidly. - (one flash at 0.5-second intervals) Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is correctly connected to Condensation ( 56). [REMOVE THE CASSETTE] appears on the screen. -...
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...or dub a copyright protected tape ( 42). Load a cassette ( 21). - Rewind the tape ( 21). Clean the video heads ( 2). Pressing Start/Stop will not start . - Autofocus does not work on that the camcorder is properly connected to the instruction manual of the protect switch ( 55). Adjust ... zone, date and time. pause ( ) mode for 4 minutes 30 seconds. Open the LCD panel. - TV/VIDEO selector on the screen. - Stop playback/dubbing. Camcorder will not appear on the TV is turned off. Focus manually ( 32). - Replace the backup lithium battery ( 17) and set...
...or dub a copyright protected tape ( 42). Load a cassette ( 21). - Rewind the tape ( 21). Clean the video heads ( 2). Pressing Start/Stop will not start . - Autofocus does not work on that the camcorder is properly connected to the instruction manual of the protect switch ( 55). Adjust ... zone, date and time. pause ( ) mode for 4 minutes 30 seconds. Open the LCD panel. - TV/VIDEO selector on the screen. - Stop playback/dubbing. Camcorder will not appear on the TV is turned off. Focus manually ( 32). - Replace the backup lithium battery ( 17) and set...
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... NOT SUPPORTED - The digital device connected with the DV cable is not correctly connected to play back a copyright protected tape ( 42). REMOVE THE CASSETTE - Camcorder stopped operating to dub a copyright protected tape ( 42). Remove the cassette and reinsert it ( 21). Rewind the tape or replace the cassette.
... NOT SUPPORTED - The digital device connected with the DV cable is not correctly connected to play back a copyright protected tape ( 42). REMOVE THE CASSETTE - Camcorder stopped operating to dub a copyright protected tape ( 42). Remove the cassette and reinsert it ( 21). Rewind the tape or replace the cassette.
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... camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use or store the camcorder in dusty or sandy places. Long-term storage If you experience such a reaction, immediately stop the playback and take a rest break as this may damage the camcorder and/or the lens. • Be careful of the above TVs, near strong...
... camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use or store the camcorder in dusty or sandy places. Long-term storage If you experience such a reaction, immediately stop the playback and take a rest break as this may damage the camcorder and/or the lens. • Be careful of the above TVs, near strong...