Digital Camcorder Full Line Product Guide Summer/Fall 2009
Page 17
...Snapshot Mode * Video Snapshot Mode Video Snapshot Mode makes capturing once- Your memo- With the Pre-Record feature, the cam- Canon Digital Video Technology Face Detection - During shooting, the technology gives faces optimal focus and exposure for the time it recognizes faces ... Key Features • Exposure lock (ON/OFF) • Focus (Auto/Manual) • Assist functions • Microphone level control (Auto/Manual) • AGC limit (ON/OFF) PRE-RECORD Pre- GENUINE CANON Face FACE DETECTION Detection The same high quality Face Detection technology used functions to...
...Snapshot Mode * Video Snapshot Mode Video Snapshot Mode makes capturing once- Your memo- With the Pre-Record feature, the cam- Canon Digital Video Technology Face Detection - During shooting, the technology gives faces optimal focus and exposure for the time it recognizes faces ... Key Features • Exposure lock (ON/OFF) • Focus (Auto/Manual) • Assist functions • Microphone level control (Auto/Manual) • AGC limit (ON/OFF) PRE-RECORD Pre- GENUINE CANON Face FACE DETECTION Detection The same high quality Face Detection technology used functions to...
Digital Camcorder Full Line Product Guide Summer/Fall 2009
Page 24
..../380g MPEG-2 (SD-Video) Flash Memory - 1/6" CCD Approx. 680,000 Pixel CCD Video: Advanced Zoom ON (16:9): Approx. 0.45 Megapixels (Wide)/ 0.36 Megapixels (Tele); Yes Manual Approx. 2.6 x 3.5 x 4.8 in / 55 x 59 x 121mm Approx. 7.9 oz./225g DVD-VIDEO (VR) DVD-R/-RW/-R DL - 1/6" CCD Approx. 1.07 Megapixel CCD Video...2.7" Widescreen LCD Approx. 123,000 dots - Yes Large Wide (1152 x 648) Large (1152 x 864) Small (640 x 480) SD/SDHC LCD USB 2.0 Hi-Speed - Manual Approx. 2.6 x 3.5 x 4.8 in/ 66 x 90 x 123mm Approx. 13.4 oz./380g DVD-VIDEO (VR) DVD-R/-RW/-R DL - 1/6" CCD Approx. 680,000 Pixel CCD...
..../380g MPEG-2 (SD-Video) Flash Memory - 1/6" CCD Approx. 680,000 Pixel CCD Video: Advanced Zoom ON (16:9): Approx. 0.45 Megapixels (Wide)/ 0.36 Megapixels (Tele); Yes Manual Approx. 2.6 x 3.5 x 4.8 in / 55 x 59 x 121mm Approx. 7.9 oz./225g DVD-VIDEO (VR) DVD-R/-RW/-R DL - 1/6" CCD Approx. 1.07 Megapixel CCD Video...2.7" Widescreen LCD Approx. 123,000 dots - Yes Large Wide (1152 x 648) Large (1152 x 864) Small (640 x 480) SD/SDHC LCD USB 2.0 Hi-Speed - Manual Approx. 2.6 x 3.5 x 4.8 in/ 66 x 90 x 123mm Approx. 13.4 oz./380g DVD-VIDEO (VR) DVD-R/-RW/-R DL - 1/6" CCD Approx. 680,000 Pixel CCD...
ZR960 Manual
Page 3
...that interference will not occur in case of the FCC Rules. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR960 A systems This device complies with the instructions, may be contrary to the presence of the FCC Rules. Canon U.S.A., Inc. For Canada only: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT...electric shock to radio communications. If this device must accept any changes or modifications to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in the manual. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Note: This equipment...
...that interference will not occur in case of the FCC Rules. Digital Video Camcorder, ZR960 A systems This device complies with the instructions, may be contrary to the presence of the FCC Rules. Canon U.S.A., Inc. For Canada only: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT...electric shock to radio communications. If this device must accept any changes or modifications to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in the manual. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Note: This equipment...
ZR960 Manual
Page 4
... 20 Objects and Liquid Entry - Refer all servicing to TV transmitters, portable communication devices or other power sources such as this manual. 19 Overloading - If you follow the operating instructions. If any kind onto the product. 21 Servicing - c. d. If the... liquid of electric shock - 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 Regarding other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 8 Protect the...
... 20 Objects and Liquid Entry - Refer all servicing to TV transmitters, portable communication devices or other power sources such as this manual. 19 Overloading - If you follow the operating instructions. If any kind onto the product. 21 Servicing - c. d. If the... liquid of electric shock - 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 Regarding other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 8 Protect the...
ZR960 Manual
Page 6
Table of contents Introduction 9 About this Manual 10 Getting to Know the Camcorder 10 Supplied Accessories 11 Names of Parts 13 Screen Displays Preparations 15 Getting Started 15 Charging the Battery Pack ...
Table of contents Introduction 9 About this Manual 10 Getting to Know the Camcorder 10 Supplied Accessories 11 Names of Parts 13 Screen Displays Preparations 15 Getting Started 15 Charging the Battery Pack ...
ZR960 Manual
Page 7
...; 7 29 Advanced Functions 29 : Special Scene Recording Programs 31 Flexible Recording: Changing the Shutter Speed 32 LCD Video Light 32 Self Timer 32 Manual Focus Adjustment 33 Manual Exposure Adjustment 34 White Balance 35 Image Effects 35 Digital Effects 36 Using an External Microphone 37 Audio Playback Modes External Connections 38 Connecting...
...; 7 29 Advanced Functions 29 : Special Scene Recording Programs 31 Flexible Recording: Changing the Shutter Speed 32 LCD Video Light 32 Self Timer 32 Manual Focus Adjustment 33 Manual Exposure Adjustment 34 White Balance 35 Image Effects 35 Digital Effects 36 Using an External Microphone 37 Audio Playback Modes External Connections 38 Connecting...
ZR960 Manual
Page 9
... the Canon ZR960. Please read this manual, the arrow is determined by the switch. For details about the available options, refer to Troubleshooting ( 50). In this manual carefully before you for future reference. For example FUNC. . : Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in the manual are ...ski resort or capturing the full colors of buttons and switches other displays, exactly as selecting a Special Scene recording program. In this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the LCD and the viewfinder screen. • The terms "photo" and "still image" are...
... the Canon ZR960. Please read this manual, the arrow is determined by the switch. For details about the available options, refer to Troubleshooting ( 50). In this manual carefully before you for future reference. For example FUNC. . : Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in the manual are ...ski resort or capturing the full colors of buttons and switches other displays, exactly as selecting a Special Scene recording program. In this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the LCD and the viewfinder screen. • The terms "photo" and "still image" are...
ZR960 Manual
Page 13
... program ( 29) White balance ( 34) Image effects ( 35) LCD video light ( 32) Digital effects ( 35) Condensation warning ( 56) Shutter speed ( 31) Self timer ( 32) Manual exposure ( 33) Manual focus ( 32) Image stabilizer ( 46) Recording mode ( 46) Tape operation ( 14) Time code (hours : minutes : seconds) Remaining tape ( 14) Remaining battery charge ( 14) Wind...
... program ( 29) White balance ( 34) Image effects ( 35) LCD video light ( 32) Digital effects ( 35) Condensation warning ( 56) Shutter speed ( 31) Self timer ( 32) Manual exposure ( 33) Manual focus ( 32) Image stabilizer ( 46) Recording mode ( 46) Tape operation ( 14) Time code (hours : minutes : seconds) Remaining tape ( 14) Remaining battery charge ( 14) Wind...
ZR960 Manual
Page 23
... in bright places it may be difficult to pause the recording. Adjust the viewfinder as necessary with the LCD panel. Press VIEWFINDER to more advanced manual picture adjustments. Video • 23 from basic recording and zooming to activate the viewfinder along with the dioptric adjustment lever. switch: 3 Press Start/Stop to...
... in bright places it may be difficult to pause the recording. Adjust the viewfinder as necessary with the LCD panel. Press VIEWFINDER to more advanced manual picture adjustments. Video • 23 from basic recording and zooming to activate the viewfinder along with the dioptric adjustment lever. switch: 3 Press Start/Stop to...
ZR960 Manual
Page 24
... battery pack and is left without any operation for 5 minutes. Set the mode switch to to select one of movies is set the shutter speed manually and enjoy the flexibility to 16:9 mode. This is powered by a new recording cannot be recorded at the actual levels. Otherwise, change the aspect ..., turn the camcorder off automatically to save power when it to just point the camcorder and start recording, search for the end of the TV manually. • To play back on again. • When recording in record pause ( ) mode for you, allowing you to 4:3. Follow the procedure below to ...
... battery pack and is left without any operation for 5 minutes. Set the mode switch to to select one of movies is set the shutter speed manually and enjoy the flexibility to 16:9 mode. This is powered by a new recording cannot be recorded at the actual levels. Otherwise, change the aspect ..., turn the camcorder off automatically to save power when it to just point the camcorder and start recording, search for the end of the TV manually. • To play back on again. • When recording in record pause ( ) mode for you, allowing you to 4:3. Follow the procedure below to ...
ZR960 Manual
Page 29
... as good as in shaded places. switch: POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch: FUNC. [ PROGRAM AE] Desired recording program FUNC. In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [ SNOW]/[ BEACH] - Moving subjects may become overexposed on the screen. - Picture quality may change abruptly. • [ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/ [ BEACH]/[ SNOW] - The subject may leave...
... as good as in shaded places. switch: POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch: FUNC. [ PROGRAM AE] Desired recording program FUNC. In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [ SNOW]/[ BEACH] - Moving subjects may become overexposed on the screen. - Picture quality may change abruptly. • [ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/ [ BEACH]/[ SNOW] - The subject may leave...
ZR960 Manual
Page 32
switch: 1 Turn on the screen. switch: 1 Activate the self timer. Manual Focus Adjustment TO TURN OFF THE LCD VIDEO LIGHT 1 Using the viewfinder, repeat step 1 above, selecting [ LCD LIGHT OFF] instead. Mode switch: 32 • Video ... after a 10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the LCD video light. NOTES Once the countdown has begun, you start recording. In such case, focus manually. • Reflective surfaces • Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines • Fast moving subjects • Through wet windows • Night scenes switch: POINTS...
switch: 1 Turn on the screen. switch: 1 Activate the self timer. Manual Focus Adjustment TO TURN OFF THE LCD VIDEO LIGHT 1 Using the viewfinder, repeat step 1 above, selecting [ LCD LIGHT OFF] instead. Mode switch: 32 • Video ... after a 10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the LCD video light. NOTES Once the countdown has begun, you start recording. In such case, focus manually. • Reflective surfaces • Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines • Fast moving subjects • Through wet windows • Night scenes switch: POINTS...
ZR960 Manual
Page 33
...to . • Pushing the joystick ( ) toward [FOCUS] again will return the camcorder to autofocus. • If you start the procedure. Manual Exposure Adjustment At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). EXP... [MF] appears on the screen. 3 Adjust ( ) the focus as mountains or fireworks. To correct this function when you can manually adjust the exposure. Infinity Focus Use this , you wish to focus on the joystick guide changes to . NOTES The camcorder will automatically...
...to . • Pushing the joystick ( ) toward [FOCUS] again will return the camcorder to autofocus. • If you start the procedure. Manual Exposure Adjustment At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). EXP... [MF] appears on the screen. 3 Adjust ( ) the focus as mountains or fireworks. To correct this function when you can manually adjust the exposure. Infinity Focus Use this , you wish to focus on the joystick guide changes to . NOTES The camcorder will automatically...
ZR960 Manual
Page 39
... ) to a high-definition TV with AV Terminals. Terminal on the Camcorder Connecting Cable Terminal on the Connected Device 1 Output connection (signal flow ) to the instruction manual of the connected device. Input connection (signal flow ) from a TV or other digital video source with a DV (IEEE1394) output.
... ) to a high-definition TV with AV Terminals. Terminal on the Camcorder Connecting Cable Terminal on the Connected Device 1 Output connection (signal flow ) to the instruction manual of the connected device. Input connection (signal flow ) from a TV or other digital video source with a DV (IEEE1394) output.
ZR960 Manual
Page 44
... the connection. • Before connecting the camcorder to the computer using the compact power adapter. • Refer also to the instruction manual of the editing software. Connecting 1 Start the computer. 2 Connect the camcorder to the computer. • Depending on the video editing... later than PLAY. A driver is preinstalled on the software and the specifications/settings of the editing software. Refer to the instruction manual of your computer. • If the computer freezes while the camcorder is connected to the computer using the DV terminal. After ...
... the connection. • Before connecting the camcorder to the computer using the compact power adapter. • Refer also to the instruction manual of the editing software. Connecting 1 Start the computer. 2 Connect the camcorder to the computer. • Depending on the video editing... later than PLAY. A driver is preinstalled on the software and the specifications/settings of the editing software. Refer to the instruction manual of your computer. • If the computer freezes while the camcorder is connected to the computer using the DV terminal. After ...
ZR960 Manual
Page 51
... Information • 51 To resume the operation press Start/Stop (when recording) or push the joystick ( ) toward / (during playback). Focus manually ( 32). - When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks or concerts), sound may become distorted. Set the camcorder to the TV ( ...ZONE, DATE AND TIME] appears on the TV screen. - Refer also to mode ( 23). - Set the camcorder to the instruction manual of the protect switch ( 55). No sound from an external video device connected using the viewfinder, adjust it with the dioptric adjustment lever ...
... Information • 51 To resume the operation press Start/Stop (when recording) or push the joystick ( ) toward / (during playback). Focus manually ( 32). - When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks or concerts), sound may become distorted. Set the camcorder to the TV ( ...ZONE, DATE AND TIME] appears on the TV screen. - Refer also to mode ( 23). - Set the camcorder to the instruction manual of the protect switch ( 55). No sound from an external video device connected using the viewfinder, adjust it with the dioptric adjustment lever ...
ZR960 Manual
Page 63
LP: 12.56 mm/s (0.49 ips) Maximum Recording Time (60 min. Specifications ZR960 System Video Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system), digital component recording Audio Recording System ...(optical zoom) 45.8-1,695 mm 4:3 Movies 49.8-1,843 mm Lens Configuration 10 elements in 8 groups (1 double-sided, aspheric element) AF system TTL autofocus, manual focus available Filter Diameter 30.5 mm White Balance Auto white balance, preset white balance (DAYLIGHT, TUNGSTEN) or custom white balance Minimum Illumination 5 lx ( mode...
LP: 12.56 mm/s (0.49 ips) Maximum Recording Time (60 min. Specifications ZR960 System Video Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system), digital component recording Audio Recording System ...(optical zoom) 45.8-1,695 mm 4:3 Movies 49.8-1,843 mm Lens Configuration 10 elements in 8 groups (1 double-sided, aspheric element) AF system TTL autofocus, manual focus available Filter Diameter 30.5 mm White Balance Auto white balance, preset white balance (DAYLIGHT, TUNGSTEN) or custom white balance Minimum Illumination 5 lx ( mode...
ZR960 Manual
Page 64
... Operating temperature Battery capacity Dimensions Weight Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery 7.4 V DC 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) 530 mAh 33.3 x 16.2 x 45.2 mm (1.3 x 0.64 x 1.8 in this manual is verified as of January 2009. Input/Output Terminals AV Terminal DV Terminal MIC Terminal Power/Others Power supply (rated) Power consumption Operating Temperature Dimensions...
... Operating temperature Battery capacity Dimensions Weight Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery 7.4 V DC 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) 530 mAh 33.3 x 16.2 x 45.2 mm (1.3 x 0.64 x 1.8 in this manual is verified as of January 2009. Input/Output Terminals AV Terminal DV Terminal MIC Terminal Power/Others Power supply (rated) Power consumption Operating Temperature Dimensions...
ZR960 Manual
Page 65
... effects 35 Image stabilizer 46 J Joystick 18 Joystick guide 18 L Language 19 LCD screen 20 LCD video light 32 LP mode 46 M Maintenance 56 Manual exposure adjustment 33 Manual focus 32 Markers 48 MIC terminal 36 Microphone 36 Mode switch 24 N Night (recording program 30 O Onscreen display selection 28 P P (recording program 31...
... effects 35 Image stabilizer 46 J Joystick 18 Joystick guide 18 L Language 19 LCD screen 20 LCD video light 32 LP mode 46 M Maintenance 56 Manual exposure adjustment 33 Manual focus 32 Markers 48 MIC terminal 36 Microphone 36 Mode switch 24 N Night (recording program 30 O Onscreen display selection 28 P P (recording program 31...
ZR960 Manual
Page 68
...together with a copy of your exclusive remedy. Any recovery under normal, non-commercial, personal use the Equipment (including loss of purchase. Canon Canada does not assume or authorize any other person to assume for a period of one year from the date of profit, revenue, media... or fitness for this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the Canon Service Facilities in Canada. iii) repairs or services performed by our Canon Service Facilities in the instruction manual; This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of a bill of sale or...
...together with a copy of your exclusive remedy. Any recovery under normal, non-commercial, personal use the Equipment (including loss of purchase. Canon Canada does not assume or authorize any other person to assume for a period of one year from the date of profit, revenue, media... or fitness for this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the Canon Service Facilities in Canada. iii) repairs or services performed by our Canon Service Facilities in the instruction manual; This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of a bill of sale or...