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PUB.DIM-420
PUB.DIM-420
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER
ENGLISH
E
Instruction Manual
CANON INC.
CAMESCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMERIQUES
U.S.A. CANON U.S.A., INC. NEW JERSEY OFFICE
100 Jamesburg Road, Jamesburg, NJ 08831 USA
Mode d’emploi
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
15955 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA
CANON U.S.A., INC. HONOLULU OFFICE Manual de Instrucciones
210 Ward Avenue, Suite 200, Ho
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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, ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Ru
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Introduction 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 ZR50 MC A/ZR45 MC A and all from the type of power source indicated its accessories. on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and home, consult your product dealer or operating instructions should be read local
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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 any liquid has been spilled onto, or (NEC
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Introduction Operating Step and Reference Guide Your camcorder is supplied with two manuals: the “Digital Video Camcorder ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC Instruction Manual” and the “Digital Video Solution Disk E Instruction Manual”. Digital Video Camcorder ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC Instruction Manual Mastering the Basics Using the Full Range of Features Editing Using the memory card Digital Video Solution Disk Instruction Manual Installing the software Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer Downloading the Still Image
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Contents Turning the Image Stabilizer Off ............58 Introduction Using the Various Recording E Important Usage Instructions ....................2 Programs..............................................59 IMPORTANT SAFETY Using Digital Effects................................63 INSTRUCTIONS ..................................3 Using the Multi-Image Screen ................68 Operating Step and Reference Guide ........5 Audio Recording ......................................70 Thank you for Choos
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Introduction Copying Memory Card Still Images Using a Memory Card to a Cassette ......................................125 E Memory Card Introduction ....................103 Formatting a Memory Card....................126 Recording Still Images to a Utilizing memory card Memory Card ....................................107 still images on a PC ..........................127 Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Other Information and Precautions ........128 Still Image .........................
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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-D77 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 that you read this manual thoroughly — there SS-800 S
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Introduction Introducing the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC 22× Lens and 440× Extended Recording Time E Function Digital Zoom Record for 1.5×, 2× or 3× longer than 18× Lens and 360× when in SP mode – up to 4 hours on an Digital Zoom 80 minute tape. ( 1,5× only) USB Terminal Image Stabilizer Allows high speed transfer of memory Stabilizes your recordings card data to PCs mounting the USB even in long telephoto terminal. By using the software provided, shots. you can process and organize still images on your PC.
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Finding Your Way Around the ZR50 MC/ZR45 MC E – + REC (record) SEARCH button(p. 39)/ REC SEARCH button (p. 39)/ Record review button (p. 39)/ (fast forward) button (p. 30)/ + (rewind) button (p. 30)/ CARD button (p. 111) – CARD button (p. 111) FOCUS button (p. 79)/ (play/pause) button (p. 30)/ SLIDE SHOW button (p. 112) AE SHIFT button (p. 76)/ (stop) button (p. 30)/ Index screen button (p. 112) LCD panel OPEN button (p. 27) BATT. (battery) RELEASE button (p. 15) LCD
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Mastering the Basics E Viewfinder focusing lever (p. 131) PHOTO button (p. 56, 107) Viewfinder protect cover (p. 138) Advanced accessory shoe (p. 74, 75) Accessory shoe (p. 97) Zoom controller (p. 25) Speaker (p. 33) Serial number (Body No.) TAPE/CARD switch (p. 20) Viewfinder (p. 131, 138) CARD TAPE Strap attachment bar (p. 132) POWER indicator Start/Stop button (p. 21) (p. 20) Grip belt (p. 131) POWER switch (p. 20) CAMERA • OFF • } PLAY(VCR) • Cassette comp
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E Terminal cover Remote sensor (p. 49) Stereo microphone (p. 97) Terminal cover S-video IN/OUT u (LANC) terminal (p. 87) terminal (p. 35, 90) S DV DV IN/OUT terminal USB terminal (p. 127) (p. 88, 92, 102, 110) AV AV (audio/video) IN/OUT DC IN Bottom view terminal (p. 34, 90, 92)/ 9.5V CHARGE (phones) terminal (p. 34) MIC CHARGE indicator (p. 14) DC IN terminal (p. 13) OPEN/EJECT switch (p. 18) MIC terminal (p. 70, 97) Tripod socket (p. 37) PHOTO button (p. 56, 107) Transmitter START/ST
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Mastering the Basics 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 to an AC outlet
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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 POWER switch to OFF. 2. Attach the battery to the camcorder. •
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Mastering the Basics 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 camcorders 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” ( 133). These notes include charging and recording times and how to install the backup bat
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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 Adapter/Car Battery Cable Kit CR-560 includes the following: Charge
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Mastering the Basics 2. Operate the camcorder with power from your car battery. Camcorder + DC Cable + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable → cars ’ 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 viewfinder). Note: • Fo
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PUSH OPEN/EJECT 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 when the cassette cover fully opens. 3. Load or unload the cas
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Mastering the Basics 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 ( 20), 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 cassette again, slide
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Basic Recording 2 CARD E TAPE 4 1 P 5, 6 Before you start recording Have you completed the following steps? • Attached a power source ( 13). • Removed the lens cap ( 131). • Fasten the grip belt ( 131). • Chosen the display: viewfinder ( 131) or LCD screen ( 27). 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 ( 27). • When using the viewfinder with the BP-522 or BP-535 Battery Pack (both optional) attached, extend
