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PUB.DIM-424
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PUB.DIM-424
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER
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Instruction Manual
CANON INC.
CAMESCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMERIQUES
FRANÇAIS
U.S.A. CANON U.S.A., INC. NEW JERSEY OFFICE
100 Jamesburg Road, Jamesburg, NJ 08831 USA
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CANON U.S.A., INC. CHICAGO OFFICE
100 Park Blvd., Itasca, IL 60143 USA
CANON U.S.A., INC. LOS ANGELES OFFICE
VIDEOCAMARA Y GRABADORA DIGITAL
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15955 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA
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0_ZR40_cover Print 2/5/02 17:25 Page 2 Important Usage Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE E 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, ZR40 systems This device comp
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Introduction 1_ZR40_E(03-08) 2/5/02 17:26 Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word 10. Power Sources — The CA-560 Compact “product” refers to the Canon Digital Video Power Adapter should be operated only E Camcorder ZR40 A and all its accessories. from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and of the type of power supply to your operating instructions should be read home, consult you
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1_ZR40_E(03-08) 2/5/02 17:26 Page 4 18. Damage Requiring Service — EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Fig. 1 Disconnect this product from the wall E outlet and all power sources including ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE battery, and refer servicing to qualified GROUND service personnel under the following CLAMP conditions: ANTENNA DISCHARGE a. When the power-supply cord or plug is UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) damaged. ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS b. If a
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Introduction 1_ZR40_E(03-08) 2/5/02 17:26 Page 5 Contents Setting the Self-Timer ..............................63 Introduction E Important Usage Instructions ....................2 ~ When Making Manual Adjustments ...~ IMPORTANT SAFETY Ajusting AE Shift ....................................65 INSTRUCTIONS ..................................3 Setting the Shutter Speed ........................66 Thank you for Choosing a Canon ..............7 Adjusting Focus Manually ......................68 Introd
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1_ZR40_E(03-08) 2/5/02 17:26 Page 6 For quick reference E In addition to the contents and index Symbols used in this instruction manual: please refer to: : Reference page numbers • Finding Your Way Around the ZR40 : Functions that can be operated (9) from the body of the camcorder • Screen displays ( 108) : Functions that can be operated • Troubleshooting — in case you run from the wireless controller into any problems ( 101) : Supplementary notes for • Menu at a Glance ( 118) camcorder opera
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Introduction 1_ZR40_E(03-08) 2/5/02 17:26 Page 7 Thank you for Choosing a Canon First, we’d like to thank you for Your camcorder is supplied with the purchasing this Canon camcorder. Its following accessories: E advanced technology makes it very WL-D74 Wireless Two AA batteries WL-D74 Wireless Two AA batteries easy to use — you will soon be making Controller Controller high-quality videos which will give you pleasure for years to come. To get the most out of your new camcorder, we recommend t
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1_ZR40_E(03-08) 2/5/02 17:26 Page 8 Introducing the ZR40 Compact and Stylish 2.5” LCD Screen E The ZR40 is small and light. Many A 2.5” LCD screen various functions are condensed into makes it easy for you to its compact body. Also, the slim and shoot colorful, well stylish design makes it easy to carry composed video. It is and use and shooting videos a pleasure. also great for playback. Image Stabilizer 18× Lens and 360× Digital Zoom Stabilizes your recordings even in long From wide-angle t
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Mastering the Basics 2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 9 Finding Your Way Around the ZR40 E – + REC (record) SEARCH button(p. 38)/ REC SEARCH button (p. 38)/ Record review button (p. 38)/ (fast forward) button (p. 29) (rewind) button (p. 29) FOCUS button (p. 68)/ (play/pause) button (p. 29) AE SHIFT button (p. 65)/ (stop) button (p. 29) LCD panel OPEN button (p. 26) BATT. (battery) RELEASE button (p. 14) LCD screen (p. 26) Backup battery cover (p. 96) Battery attachm
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2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 10 E Viewfinder focusing lever (p. 92) PHOTO button (p. 49) Viewfinder protect cover (p. 98) Accessory shoe (p. 86) Zoom controller (p. 24) Speaker (p. 32) Viewfinder (p. 92, 98) Strap attachment bar (p. 93) POWER indicator Start/Stop button (p. 20) (p. 19) Grip belt (p. 92) POWER switch (p. 19) CAMERA • OFF • } PLAY(VCR) • Cassette compartment cover (p. 17) Cassette compartment (p. 17) 10 POWER CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) Mastering the Basics
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Mastering the Basics 2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 11 E Terminal cover Remote sensor (p. 43) Stereo microphone (p. 86) Terminal cover S-video IN/OUT terminal (p. 34, 79) S DV DV IN/OUT terminal (p. 77, 81, 91) u (LANC) terminal (p. 76) AV AV (audio/video) IN/OUT DC IN Bottom view terminal (p. 33, 79, 81)/ 9.5V CHARGE (phones) terminal (p. 33) MIC CHARGE indicator (p. 13) DC IN terminal (p. 12) OPEN/EJECT switch (p. 17) MIC terminal (p. 61, 86) Tripod socket (p. 36) PHOTO button
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2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 12 Powering Your Camcorder Before operating your camcorder, you will need to use the power adapter to: E Provide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Notes: • The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by your camcorder. • If the adapter is used next to a TV, it may cause bars to appear on the TV — move the adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable. Connecting the camcorder
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Mastering the Basics 2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 13 Attaching and charging the battery packs E 1 DC IN 9.5V CHARGE 3 3 4 CHARGE indicator 2 Your battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should have enough power for you to check that your camcorder is working properly. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you want it to power the camcorder for more than a few minutes. Always turn the camcorder off before connecting/removing the battery. 1. Set the P
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2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 14 6. Remove the battery pack after use. • Rotate the viewfinder upwards. E • Press and hold the BATT. RELEASE button while you slide the battery up. Notes: • Never connect an unspecified product to the camcorder’s DC terminal. Likewise, do not connect the power adapter to an unspecified product. • You can find detailed notes for using the batteries in the “Notes on Using the Batteries” ( 94). These notes include charging and recording times and how to install
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Mastering the Basics 2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 15 Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit (optional) E The Compact Power Adapter CA-560 included with the camcorder can be used along with the CR-560 Kit for 3 different ways to power the camcorder or charge battery packs: 1. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs with power from your car battery. 2. Operate the camcorder with power from your car battery. 3. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs from a household AC outlet. The Charge Adapte
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2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 16 2. Operate the camcorder with power from your car battery. Camcorder + DC Cable + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable → car’s E cigarette lighter To car’s cigarette lighter 3. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs from a household AC outlet. 1 or 2 battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Compact Power Adapter CHARGE • Fast charging for the high-capacity BP-522 and BP-535 (both optional). Fifteen minutes of charging gives 70 minutes of recording (using the viewf
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PUSH Mastering the Basics OPEN/EJECT 2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 17 Loading a Cassette E Only use videocassettes marked with the D logo.* Loading and unloading 1. Make sure that you have attached a power source. 2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch (on the bottom of the camcorder) to release the cassette compartment cover. • Pull the cover fully open (while holding the button) and wait a couple of seconds for the cassette compartment to open automatically. • The confirmation beep sounds w
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2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 18 Protecting tapes from accidental erasure E REC SAVE REC SAVE To protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette so that it exposes the hole. (This switch position is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE OFF.) If you load this cassette and put the camcorder in record pause mode ( 19), “THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” is displayed for approx. 4 seconds and then the v mark flashes in the display. If you want to record on the cass
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Mastering the Basics 2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 19 Basic Recording E 3 1 P 4, 5 Before you start recording Have you completed the following steps? • Attached a power source ( 12). • Removed the lens cap ( 92). • Fasten the grip belt ( 92). • Chosen the display: viewfinder ( 92) or LCD screen ( 26). Notes: • When you’re using the viewfinder, fully close the LCD or rotate the LCD so that it faces the same direction as the lens ( 26). • When using the viewfinder with the BP-522 or BP-535
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2_ZR40_E(9-37) 2/5/02 17:27 Page 20 2. Load a cassette ( 17). E 3. Slide the program selector to [. • This selects the camcorder’s Easy Recording program. It allows you to simply point and shoot without making any manual adjustments ( 54). 4. Press and release the start/stop button once to begin recording. • For still image recording to a cassette, see p. 49. 5. Press and release the start/stop button again to pause recording. • The camcorder returns to record pause mode and PAUSE reappears
