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PUB.DIM-713
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Digital Video Camcorder
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Introduction Important Usage Instructions WARNING! 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, OPTURA S1 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of
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Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “product” 10. Power Sources — The CA-570 Compact E Power Adapter should be operated only refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder from the type of power source indicated OPTURA S1 A and all its accessories. on the marking label. If you are not sure of 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and the type of power supply to your home, operating instructions should be read consult your product dealer or local
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18.Damage Requiring Service — Disconnect EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER Fig. 1 this product from the wall outlet and all NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE power sources including the battery, and refer servicing to qualified service ANTENNA LEAD IN personnel under the following conditions: WIRE a. When the power-supply cord or plug is GROUND damaged. ANTENNA DISCHARGE CLAMP UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or ELECTRIC objects have fallen into, the product.
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Introduction Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon OPTURA S1. Please read this manual carefully E before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting table (125). 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 bu
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Trademark Acknowledgements • is a trademark. • miniSD™ is a trademark of SD Card Association ® •Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries. • Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. • HDV is a trademark of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Limited (JVC). • Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of th
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Introduction Table of contents Introduction E Using this Manual............................................................................................5 Checking Supplied Accessories ......................................................................9 Components Guide........................................................................................10 Screen Displays.............................................................................................14 Preparation Step 1: Pre
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Creating a Start-up Image .............................................................................73 Playback Magnifying the Image ....................................................................................74 Displaying the Data Code..............................................................................75 End Search....................................................................................................76 Returning to a Pre-marked Position ........................
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Introduction Checking Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact BP-208 Battery Pack WL-D85 Wireless Lithium Button Battery Power Adapter Controller CR2025 for the E (incl. power cord) Wireless Controller MTC-100 Multi Cable IFC-300PCU USB 16 MB miniSD card DIGITAL VIDEO Cable SOLUTION DISK The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to ai
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Components Guide OPTURA S1 Left side view Right side view Lens Cover Switch ( 27) Viewfinder cleaning cover ( - open, - closed) Serial number – (record review) button ( 29, 38) / BATTERY RELEASE button ( 16) (rewind) button ( 29) Battery attachment unit ( 16) + button ( 29, 38) / Grip belt ( 21) (fast forward) button ( 37) Terminal cover (flash) button ( 82) / USB terminal ( 107, 120) / (play/pause) button ( 36) DV terminal ( 94, 98, 118) (stop) button ( 36) / LIGHT button ( 49) 10
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Introduction Front view E Back view Flash ( 82) Mode dial ( 41) Mini video light (assist lamp) ( 49) SET dial ( 39, 51, 63) Speaker ( 39) Power switch ( 5) Terminal cover Start/stop button ( 27, 30) Stereo microphone Lock button DC IN terminal ( 16) TAPE/CARD switch ( 5) AV terminal ( 40) Card access indicator ( 30)/ Dioptric adjustment lever ( 21) Charge indicator MENU button ( 63) FUNC. button ( 51) (print/share) button ( 108, 120) FOCUS button ( 48) / LCD screen ( 23) Data code button ( 75)
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Top view Bottom view Zoom lever ( 33) Cassette compartment ( 19) PHOTO button ( 30) OPEN/EJECT switch ( 19) D.EFFECTS button ( 56) Cassette compartment cover ( 19) DRIVE MODE button ( 86) / Strap mount ( 141) AUDIO LEVEL button ( 69) Memory card slot ( 20) (self-timer) button ( 50) / RESET button ( 125) REC PAUSE button ( 96, 98) Tripod socket ( 35) 12
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Introduction Wireless Controller WL-D85 E START/ STOP PHOTO ZOOM CARD DATE SEARCH REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE SLOW ZERO SET AUDIO DUB. MEMORY TV SCREEN WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D85 START/STOP button ( 27, 30) PHOTO button ( 30) CARD –/+ buttons ( 38) Zoom buttons ( 33) DATE SEARCH / buttons ( 78) PLAY button ( 36) REW button ( 36) FF button ( 37) –/ button ( 37) STOP button ( 36) PAUSE button ( 37) +/ button ( 37) SLOW button ( 37) x 2 button ( 37) AUDIO DUB. button ( 102) TV SCREEN button ( 66)
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Screen Displays Screen Displays during Recording When recording movies on a tape Operating mode, Zoom ( 33), () Exposure ( 47) Manual focus ( 48) Image stabilizer ( 64) Recording mode ( 65) Recording program ( 41) Metering mode ( 84) White balance ( 53) Image effect ( 55) Drive mode ( 86) Digital effects ( 56) Movie size ( 79) Still image quality/size ( 81) Self-timer ( 50) When recording on a memory card Recording reminder ( 28) () Tape operation ( 15) Time code ( 28) Remaining tape ( 28) Re
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Introduction Screen Displays during Playback When playing a tape ( ) 12 bit audio ( 104) End search ( 76), Date search ( 78), E Audio dubbing ( 102) Digital effects ( 56) Movie size ( 105) Still image quality/size ( 81) Recording mode ( 65) Tape operation Time code ( 28) Remaining tape ( 28) Widescreen mode ( 72) Audio mode ( 66) Volume level of built-in speaker ( 69) Data code ( 75) Tape operation : Record / : Fast forward playback/ / : Playback pause ( 37) : Pause rewind playback ( 37) / : Da
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Preparation Step 1: Preparing the Power Supply The camcorder can be powered by a battery pack or be connected to a household power source. Charge the battery pack before use. Attaching the Battery Pack 1. Turn the power switch to OFF. 2. Slide the OPEN button towards the camcorder and open the LCD panel. 3. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. • Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack. • Slide in the connector end of the battery in the direction of the arrow and press it gently
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Preparation Using a Household Power Source Connect to a household power source to use the camcorder without worrying about the battery power. You can keep the battery pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed. E 1. Turn the power switch to OFF. 2. Connect the power cord to the power adapter. 3. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 4. Open the front terminal cover and connect the power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal. Turn off the camcorder before connecting or di
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Charging, Recording and Playback Times The following times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or playback conditions. Battery Pack BP-208 Charging Time 160 min. Max. Recording Time Viewfinder 120 min. LCD normal 115 min. bright 110 min. Typical Recording Time* Viewfinder 70 min. LCD normal 70 min. bright 65 min. Playback Time 135 min. * Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off. We recommend charging the batt
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Preparation Step 2: Loading a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. 1. Slide the OPEN/EJECT switch and E open the cassette compartment cover. The cassette compartment opens automatically. 2. Load the cassette. • Load the cassette with the window facing the grip belt. • Unload the cassette by pulling it straight out. 3. Press the mark on the cassette compartment until it clicks. 4. Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and close the cassette compar
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Step 3: Inserting a Memory Card This camcorder is for use only with miniSD cards. Inserting the Card 1. Set the power switch to OFF. 2. Open the cover. 3. Insert the memory card straight all the way into the memory card slot. 4. Close the cover. Do not close the cover forcefully without having the card correctly inserted. Removing the Card Do not forcefully remove the memory card without first pushing it in. 1. Turn off the camcorder. Make sure that the card access indicator is not flashing b
