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PUB.DIM-637
Digital Video Camcorder
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Instruction Manual
Camescope vidéo numérique
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Important Usage Instructions WARNING: E TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. Digital Video Camcorder, OPTURA40/OPTURA30 systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
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Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “product” 10. Power Sources — The CA-570 Compact E refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder Power Adapter should be operated only OPTURA40/OPTURA30 A and all its accessories. from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and type of power supply to your home, consult operating instructions should be read your product dealer or local
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18. Damage Requiring Service — Disconnect EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS Fig. 1 PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE this product from the wall outlet and all power sources including battery, and refer ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE servicing to qualified service personnel GROUND under the following conditions: CLAMP a. When the power-supply cord or plug is ANTENNA DISCHARGE damaged. UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SE
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Introduction Basic Functions - Preparations Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon OPTURA40/OPTURA30. Please read this manual E carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Change the display language before you begin ( 78). Symbols and References Used in This Manual ❍ : Precautions related to the camcorder operation. ❍ : Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. ❍ : Reference page number. ❍ Capital letters are used to refer to
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Table of Contents Introduction Important Usage Instructions ........................................................................................2 Important Safety Instructions........................................................................................3 Using this Manual ..........................................................................................................5 Checking Supplied Accessories............................................................................
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Introduction Changing the Display Language ................................................................................78 Changing the Remote Sensor Mode..........................................................................79 Other Camcorder Settings ..........................................................................................80 Editing E Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device ............................................................83 Recording from Analog Video Devi
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Checking Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact NB-2LH Battery Pack Lithium Button WL-D83 Wireless Power Adapter Battery CR2025 Controller (incl. power cord) Two AA (R6) Batteries Lens Cap and Lens SS-900 Shoulder Strap STV-250N Stereo Cap Cord Video Cable IFC-300PCU USB Cable SDC-8M SD Memory DIGITAL VIDEO Card (containing SOLUTION DISK sample images) For Windows For Macintosh The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number and
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Introduction Components Guide OPTURA40/OPTURA30 E REC SEARCH + button ( 27) / (fast forward) button ( 32) / CARD + button ( 112) REC SEARCH – button ( 27) / (record review) button ( 27) / DRIVE MODE button ( 108) / (rewind) button ( 31) / (stop) button ( 31) CARD– button ( 112) (flash) button ( 101) / (play/pause) button ( 31) (self-timer) button ( 58) / REC PAUSE button ( 85) AUDIO LEVEL button* ( 60) DIGITAL
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TAPE/CARD switch ( 5) Using a tape b Dioptric adjustment Using a memory card lever ( 18) PHOTO button ( 97) Zoom lever ( 28) Program selector ( 46) Viewfinder ( 18) Easy recording Program AE Strap mount ( 19) Speaker ( 33) CHARGE indicator ( 13) Grip belt ( 18) Power indicator ( 13) Strap mount ( 19) Start/stop button ( 24, 105) Power switch ( 5) Cassette compartment ( 16) OPEN/EJECT switch CAMERA Cassette compartment OFF cover (
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Introduction E Advanced Accessory shoe Terminal cover ( 159) Flash ( 101) Focus ring ( 52) DC IN terminal ( 13) Backup battery compartment ( 17) Stereo microphone ( 89) S Remote sensor ( 20) S-video terminal ( 35) Terminal cover Assist lamp (White LED)* MIC terminal ( 63) ( 48) AV terminal ( 34) / (phones) terminal ( 33, 62) DV terminal ( 83, 92) USB terminal ( 123, 134) Tripod socket ( 30) * OPTURA40 only. 11
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WL-D83 Wireless Controller q !6 w !7 e !8 START ZOOM r /STOP PHOTO WT !9 t SELF T. D.EFFECTS MENU @0 y TV SCREEN ON/OFF SET @1 u @2 DATA CODE SLIDE SHOW CARD i @3 DATE SEARCH o ZERO SET @4 REW PLAY FF MEMORY !0 12bit STOP AUDIO OUT @5 !1 PAUSE SLOW 2 AUDIO DUB. !2 @6 AV DV REMOTE SET !3 REC @7 PAUSE !4 @8 WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D83 !5 @9 Zoom buttons ( 28) !6 Transmitter q Select buttons ( 37) MENU button ( 37) w !7 PHOTO button ( 97) SET button ( 37) e !8 CARD button
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Basic Functions - Preparations Preparing the Power Supply Attaching the Battery Pack E 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. q 2. Move the viewfinder upward. w 3. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. • Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack. • Press lightly and slide it in the direction of e the arrow until it clicks. Charging the Battery Pack 1. Connect the power cord to the adapter. DC IN terminal 2. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. CHARGE indicator 3. Connect the power adapter
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Using a Household Power Source 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. 2. Connect the power cord to the power adapter. q 3. Plug the power cord into a power r outlet. 4. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal. e w ❍ Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter. ❍ If the adapter is used close to a TV, it may cause picture interference. Move the adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable. ❍ Do not connect any products that are not expressly recomme
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Basic Functions - Preparations ❍ We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 50 ˚F and 86 ˚F (10 ˚C and 30 ˚C). Outside the temperature range of 32 ˚F to 104 ˚F (0 ˚C to 40 ˚C), the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly and charging stops. ❍ A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Unlike E conventional battery packs, you do not need to completely use or discharge it before charging. ❍ We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you th
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Loading/Unloading a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the D logo. 1. Slide the OPEN/EJECT switch and Tape w open the cassette compartment protection tab q cover. The cassette compartment opens automatically. 2. Load/unload the cassette. • Load the cassette with the window facing the grip belt. • Unload the cassette by pulling it straight e out. 3. Press the P mark on the cassette compartment until it clicks. 4. Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and close the
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Basic Functions - Preparations Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time ( 21) and other E camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings. 1. Open the terminal cover. we r 2. Open the backup battery cover. 3. Insert the lithium battery with the + side facing outward. 4. Close the backup battery cover. 5. Close the terminal cover. t q WARNIN
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Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the Viewfinder (Dioptric Adjustment) 1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed. 2. Pull out the viewfinder. 3. Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever. Attaching the Lens Cap 1. Attach the cord to the lens cap. 2. Pass the grip belt through the loop on the cord. Press the buttons on the lens cap when attaching/removing it. Hook the lens cap on the grip belt while you are recording, and place it over the lens when you have finished. Fastening the Grip B
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Basic Functions - Preparations Attaching the Shoulder Strap Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap. E SS-900 Shoulder strap 19
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Using the Wireless Controller Point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons. Inserting Batteries The wireless controller operates with two AA (R6) batteries. 1. Open the battery cover. 2. Insert the batteries following the + and – markings. 3. Close the battery cover. ❍ Camcorder and wireless controller are equipped with 2 remote sensor modes ( 79). If the wireless controller does not work, check if camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode. ❍ When the cam
