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PUB.DIM-618
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, ZR90/ZR85/ZR80 systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rul
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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 ZR90/ZR85/ZR80 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 pow
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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 objects
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Introduction Basic Functions - Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon ZR90/ZR85/ZR80. Please read this manual E carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Change the display language before you begin ( 76). 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 buttons on the c
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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 Other Functions Customizing the Camcorder........................................................................................75 Changing the Display Language ................................................................................76 Changing the Remote Sensor Mode ................................................77 E Other Camcorder Settings ..........................................................................................78 Editing Recording to a VCR or Digital V
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Checking Supplied Accessories Lens Cap and Lens Lithium Button SS-900 Shoulder Strap BP-508 Battery Pack Cap Cord Battery CR1616 CA-570 Compact STV-250N Stereo Power Adapter Video Cable (incl. power cord) WL-D82 Wireless Two AA (R6) Batteries SDC-8M SD Memory IFC-300PCU USB Cable Controller Card (containing sample images) DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Windows For Macintosh WA-30.5 Wide Attachment The serial number of this product can be found on the underside of the viewfinder. Write down the
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Introduction Components Guide ZR90/ZR85/ZR80 E REC SEARCH + button ( 28) / FOCUS button ( 52) / (fast forward) button ( 34) / (play/pause) button ( 33) CARD + button* ( 106) REC SEARCH – button ( 28) / NIGHT MODE button ( 49) / (record review) button ( 28) / (stop) button ( 33) (rewind) button ( 33) / CARD– button* ( 106) OPEN button ( 24) Built-in speaker( 35) BATT. RELEASE button ( 13) LCD screen ( 24) Backup battery
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Dioptric adjustment lever ( 18) PHOTO button ( 29, 96) Serial number Accessory shoe ( 145) Viewfinder protect cover ( 135) Zoom lever ( 30) Viewfinder ( 18) TAPE/CARD switch*( 5) b Using a tape Using a memory card Strap mount ( 19) Start/stop button ( 24, 101) Grip belt ( 18) Strap mount ( 19) Power switch ( 5) CAMERA Cassette compartment ( 16) OFF PLAY(VCR) Cassette compartment cover ( 16) * ZR90/ZR85 only. 10 CAMERA CAMERA (VCR) (VCR)
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Introduction E Terminal cover Assist lamp (White LED)** ( 49) Remote sensor*( 20) Stereo microphone ( 60) Terminal cover S-video terminal**( 37) S DV DV terminal ( 80, 91) AV terminal ( 36) / (phones) terminal ( 35, 61) Bottom view USB terminal*( 118, 120) OPEN/EJECT 5 switch ( 16) Tripod socket ( 32) * ZR90/ZR85 only. ** ZR90 only. 11
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WL-D82 Wireless Controller q !8 w !9 e @0 START ZOOM r WT /STOP PHOTO @1 t SELF T. D.EFFECTS MENU @2 @3 y TV SCREEN ON/OFF SET u @4 DATA CODE SLIDE SHOW CARD i @5 SEARCH SELECT o @6 ZERO SET REW PLAY FF MEMORY !0 @7 12bit STOP AUDIO OUT !1 @8 AUDIO DUB. PAUSE SLOW 2 @9 !2 AV INSERT AV DV REMOTE SET REC #0 PAUSE !3 WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D82 #1 !4 !5 !6 !7 Zoom buttons ( 30) !7 REMOTE SET button ( 77) q Select buttons ( 39) Transmitter w !8 PHOTO button ( 29, 96) e !9 MENU 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 w 2. Move the viewfinder upward. 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 the arrow until it clicks. e Charging the Battery Pack 1. Connect the power cord to the adapter. DC IN terminal 2. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. DC IN 8.4V CHARGE 3. Connect the power adapter
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Using a Household Power Source 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. q 2. Connect the power cord to the power adapter. 3. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 4. Connect the power adapter to the r 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 • Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 41 ºF and 104 ºF (5 ºC and 40 ºC). • A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Unlike conventional battery packs, you do not need to completely use or discharge E it before charging. • We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need. • To conserve battery charge, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause mode. 15
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Loading/Unloading a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the D logo. 1. Slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT w switch and open the cassette Tape protection tab compartment cover. q 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 c
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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. Power the camcorder from a household power source when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings. 1. Open the backup battery cover. e q w 2. Insert the lithium battery with the + side facing outward. 3. Close the cover. WARNING! • The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemi
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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 diopter adjustment lever. Attaching the Lens Cap 1. Attach the cord to the lens cap. 2. Pass the grip belt through the loop with the metal fitting 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 Metal fitting place it over the lens when you
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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 Mounting the Wide Attachment The WA-30.5 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views (0.6×). The wide attachment is for use at maximum wide-angle. Screw the wide attachment fully into the lens filter thread. ❍ Do not look directly at the sun or other strong light sources through the wide attachment. It c
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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. Replace both batteries. 3. Close the battery cover. ❍ Camcorder and wireless controller are equipped with 2 remote sensor modes ( 77). If the wireless controller does not work, check if camcorder and wireless controller are set to the s
