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- Page 1 PUB.DIM-797 CaHOH instruction DVD Camcorder [ English Manual [Franqais Manuel d'instruction Cam_scope DVD Manual de Instrucciones Espa_ol C_mara DC210...
- Page 2 Consult the deaJer or an experienced The cable with the ferflte core provided with the digital video camcorder to comply ,with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
- Page 3 "product" refers to the Canon DVD Camcorder and all its accessories. Read instructions -- All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Retain Instructions-- The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
- Page 4 Canon Serv ce Center and p ease rep ace t w th the same type number CA-570. The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter. Contact your nearest Canon Serv ce Center for furfher nformat on.
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Page 5: Howto Selecta Dvddisc
Howto selecta DVDdisc There are many types of DVD discs but this camcorder uses only the following three types of 8 cm mini DVD discs: DVD-R, DVD-R DL and DVD-RW. Note that what you can do with a disc depends on the type of DVD used so select the disc that best fits your purpose. - Page 6 The camcerder's performance Hitachi-Maxell HG series DVD discs; and with dual-layered Canon DVD-R DL54 discs and Verbatim DVD-R DL discs. For further details. contact directly the manufacturer's attempting to record or play with this camcerder DVD discs that were recorded, initialized or finalized with other digital devices can result in permanently losing the recordings.
- Page 7 DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs cannot be initialized. 2 Disc finalization is the processing make it playable on external DVD devices (Q3 61 ). To finalize a DVD-R DL disc, the camcorder to process both layers. Therefore, process may be lengthy.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
How to select a DVD disc ... About this Manual About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide ... About the Power Switch ... About the Operating Modes ... Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories ... Components Guide ... Screen Displays ... Preparations Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack ... - Page 9 Playback on a TV Screen ... Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder ... Additional Information Trouble? Troubleshooting List of Messages ... Do's and Don'ts Handling Precautions ... Maintenance/Others Using the Camcorder Abroad ... Scenes ... Device DVD Drive ... 62...
- Page 10 General Information System Diagram ... Optional Accessories ... Product Codes ... Specifications ... Index ...
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Page 11: About This Manual
About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon DC210. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder faiI to operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting Conventions Used in the Manual •... -
Page 12: About The Power Switch
(CAMERA - red indicator) and playback (PLAY - green indicator). About the Operating Modes The camcorder's operating mode is determined by the positions of the power switch and the '_/_ switch. In the manual, _ mode shown and indicates that the function is not available. - Page 13 Trademark Acknowledgements • _ is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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Page 14: Getting To Know The Camcorder
Register your product online at www, registercanon.com v_Protect your product We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Canon product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft. -
Page 15: Components Guide
@ Grip belt (E]_J23) DC IN terminal ([_J 20) _ Stereo microphone Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a "button" frame (for example _). toKnow t he Camcorder 25, 36) unit ([_ 28, 30) cover ([Z_] 22) - Page 16 Getting to Know the Camcorder ,_.,_* Back view ® ®®_® Topview Bottom view _1_PLAY mode indicator (green) (_ _ Joystick (_ CAMERA mode indicator (red) (C_ 12) (_ LCD screen (C[3 24) _5__ (fast reverse) button (CCJ 33)/ Zoom out W (wide-angle)
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Page 17: Screen Displays
Screen Displays Recording Still Images Getting to Know the Camcorder _} Operating mode (_ _) Recording program (_ _3_White balance (_ _ Image effect (E_3 48) (5_Digital effects (_ {6} Recording mode (_/_ 36) Self timer (_ _') Disc type _... - Page 18 Getting to Know the Camcorder o°o.
- Page 19 ® ® ® ¢¢ ¢ o,,e,, Getting toKnow t he Camcorder (_ Disc operation _.) Playback time (hours : minutes : seconds) (_ Scene number (_ Data code (Q3 51) _i_ Image number ([_ _2_Current image / Total number of images...
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Page 20: Getting Started
86 °F). Outside the temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F),the charging will not start. • Do not connect to the camcorder's DC IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is not expressly to the recommended for use with this camcorder. - Page 21 • To prevent equipment breakdowns excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. • The CHG (charge) indicator also serves as a rough estimate of the battery charge status.
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Page 22: Inserting And Removing A Disc
Retract the grip belt under the camcorder so it will not get in the way of the disc cover. 3 Insert the disc and press its center firmly until it clicks in place, •... -
Page 23: Preparingthe Camcorder
DISC access indicator is on or flashing. • Retract the grip belt under the camcorder so it will not get in the way of the disc cover. • It may take a moment after sliding for the disc cover to open. -
Page 24: Adjustingthe Lcdscreen
Getting Started o,_=® Adjustingthe LCDScreen Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward. • You can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens (allowing the subject to monitor the LCD screen while you use the viewfinder). -
Page 25: Using The Menus
Using the Menus Many of the camcorder's functions can be adjusted from the menus that open after pressing the FUNC. button (_). For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to the Menu Options Lists (_J 36). Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option FUNC. -
Page 26: Changing The Language
_ mark next to the menu item to change the setting. • The displays some menu screens refer to the name of buttons on the camcorder and will not change, regardless of the language selected. Changing the Time Zone DATE/TIME SETUP [T.ZONE/DST... -
Page 27: Setting The Date And Time
Press (_)) to start the clock, Press _ to close the menu. • When you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery may discharge completely and time setting may be lost. In such case, recharge the built-in lithium battery (C/3 73) and set the time zone, date and time again. -
Page 28: Recording
Avoid the following actions while the DISC access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent - Do not subject the camcorder (E_ 12) strong impacts. - Do not open the disc cover and do not remove the disc. -
Page 29: Selecting The Aspect Ratio Of Your Recordings (16:9 Widescreen Or 4:3)
(E1355). Selecting the Aspect Ratio of your Recordings (16:9Widescrcon o r4:3) You can select the aspect ratio of your recording to match your TV. The camcorder uses the full width of the CCD providing high-resolution If you stop CAMERA SETUP I WIDESCREEN _ Press _. -
Page 30: Takingphotos
DISC access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not subject the camcorder strong impacts. - Do not open the disc cover and do not remove (C_312) the disc. -
Page 31: Zooming
When you press ([33 12) camcorder, you can get it ready to start recording within approx. 1 second. Zoom out Start ready mode while recording. -
Page 32: Playback
[POWER SAVE] setting (_ select the length of time until shut-off with the [(_ STANDBY OFF] setting (CC341). To restore the power if the camcorder shut off, slide the power switch toward MODE and release it, or move the power switch to _ back to ON again. -
Page 33: Displaying The Photos
(El3 51). ADJUST THEVOLUME The camcorder plays the sound with the built-in speaker. The sound will be muted when you close the LCD panel or connect the stereo video cable to the AV terminal. - Page 34 Playback... • The following may not be displayed correctly. - Images not recorded with this camcorder. - Images edited on or uploaded computer. - Images whose file names have been changed. • Avoid the following actions while the disc access display (_ _))
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Page 35: Magnifying Photos During Playback
Magnifying Photos during Playback During playback, still images can be magnified up to 5 times. Zoom lever Move the zoom lever toward 11. • The image is magnified by 2 times and a frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area. •... -
Page 36: Func. Menu
Menu Options Lists _,=_ Menu Options Lists Menu items not available appear grayed out in the FUNC. menu or in black in the setup menus. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus (Q3 25). FUNC. -
Page 37: Setupmenus
(_ • The camcorder uses shutter speeds down to 1/30 (1/15 when recording still images). • If a trailing afterimage appears, set the slow shutter to [_'t OFF]. • If 4_ (camcorder... - Page 38 D.ZOOM [ta'_OFF],[_ 105x],[_;_ 1000x] Determines the operation of the digital zoom. • When activated, the camcorder wilI switch automatically to the digital zoom when you zoom in beyond the optical zoom range. • With the digital zoom the image is digitally processed, so the image resolution will deteriorate the more you zoom in.
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Page 39: Disc Operations (Photomovie, Finalize, Etc.)
• The wind s creen cannot beturned off when t he mode switch isset t oAUTO. • Some low-frequency sounds will b e suppressed along w ith the sound ofwind. When recording insurroundings unaffected by wind o rifyou want to record tow-frequency sounds, we recommend... -
Page 40: Display Setup (Lcd Brightness, Language, Etc.)
TVSCREEN ON], [_ OFF] When set to [_ ON], the camcorder's on-screen displays will appear also on the screen of a connected TV or monitor. DATACODE [r_ DATE], [® TIME], [_® DATE & TIME], [g CAMERA DATA]... -
Page 41: System Setup (Volume, Beep, Etc.)
ISEEP ['=>>) H IGH VOLUME], [,m_LOW VOLUME], OFF] A beep will accompany some operations like turning on the camcorder, the self- timer countdown, etc. It also serves as a warning beep under unusual conditions. I POWER SAVE ON], [_ OFF]... -
Page 42: Date/Time Setup
Menu Options Lists _,o® FIRMWARE You can verify the current version of the camcorder's firmware. This menu option is usually grayed out. DATE/TIME SETUP °,..o°,o...°...°...°°...o°,..,°,..,°.. I T.ZONE/DST I DATFJTIME IDATe FORMAT [Y.M.D (2007.1.1 AM 12:00)], [M.D,Y (JAN. 1, 2007 12:00 AM)], [D.M.Y (1.JAN.2007... -
Page 43: Recording Programs
Using the Recording Programs AUTO The camcorder adjusts the focus, exposure and other settings automatically, AUTO point and shoot. Flexible RecordiogPrograms [_ PeOORMM Special Scene RecordingPrograms: PORTRAIT] The camcorder uses a large aperture, achieving a focus on the subject while blurring other distracting details. -
Page 44: Flexible Recording: Changing The Aperture And Shutter Speed
Mode switch: P Options The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure for the subject. Set the shutter speed value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value. -
Page 45: Special Scene: Recording Programs To Match Special Conditions
In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [[_JSNOW]/[_BEACH] - The subject may become overexposed cloudy days or in shaded image on the screen. • [[]FIREWORKS] - To avoid camcorder using a tripod. Make sure to use a tripod especially SLOWS down. (_ 12) -
Page 46: Adjusting The Picture: Exposure, Focus And Color
• Pushing the joystick (_,) toward [EXP] again will cancel the exposure lock and return the camcorder to automatic exposure. Manual Focus Adjustment Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. -
Page 47: White Balance
-" for a closer focal distance. • Pushing the joystick (A) [FOCUS] again will return the camcorder to autofocus. • The camcorder will automatically return to autofocus when you set the mode switch to AUTO. • Readjust the focus when you have turned off the camcorder. -
Page 48: Image Effects
(_)). When the adjustment is completed, _-_ stops flashing and stays on. The camcorder retains the custom setting even if you turn off the camcorder. Press _ to save the setting and close the menu. • When you have set the custom white balance: - Depending on the light source, flashing. -
Page 49: Still Image Recording Options
Still Image Recording Options Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images Still images are recorded on the disc using the JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) compression. general rule select a larger image size for higher quality. Options Image size options vary depending on the model. -
Page 50: Automatic Focus Priority
Still Image Recording Options _.,-, Automatic Focus Priority When the focus priority is activated, the camcorder records a still image only after the focus has been adjusted automatically. Mode switch at AUTO: The focus priority cannot be turned off. Mode switch at P:... -
Page 51: Other Functions
Other Functions On-Screen Displays The cameorder keeps a data code containing the date and time and other camera data (shutter speed, exposure, etc.) registered at the time of recording. You can select the data to be displayed. Turning the On-Screen Oisplays OnlOff Repeatedly press _ to turn the on- screen displays onloff in the following... -
Page 52: Selftimer
Press _, the autofocus Highlights the still image. The camcorder will record the still image after a 10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the screen. Once the countdown fully (when recording cancel the self timer. The self timer will also be canceled if you turn off the camcorder. - Page 53 When you apply an effect, the sound will be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the setting last used even if you turn off the digital effects or change the recording program.
- Page 54 Managing Scenes oooo Managing Scenes Creating a Playlist Create a playIist to easily edit your movies. Include in your ptaylist only the scenes you prefer or change the order in which they will be played back, without affecting your original recordings. you add scenes to the playIist you will have two types of index screens: i-Original...
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Page 55: Managing Scenes
Moving Scenes in the Playlist From the original index screen, press From the ptaylist index screen, select (AT, <_-) the scene to move. FUNC. Fu.c. _ ( _[_ 25) MOVE Move (AT, 4_ ) the orange marker to the new position of the scene and press (@). -
Page 56: Dividing A Scene
[YES] and press (Q). You will not be able to delete the last scene if after the scene was recorded you changed the operating mode, turned off the camcorder removed the disc. Deleting All Scenes Disc type: @ DVD-RW • VR mode To delete all the scenes from the original index screen, follow the procedure below. -
Page 57: Managing The Disc
ID SO ROTECT oo_,,_ Initializing the Disc You need to initialize a DVDIRW disc when first inserting it into the camcorder and you may have to initialize a disc if you get the message "UNABLE TO RECOGNIZE THE RECORDING OF THE DISC". You can also choose to... -
Page 58: Changing The Disc Title
Managing the Disc,_.e_, MENU LDISC OPERATIONS LDISC INtTIAUZE LVIDEO LYES * <_L Y Es • Close the menu only after the screen display returns to the [DISC OPERATIONS] J 6hangin9 the DiscTitle Before you finalize give it a title. The disc title will be displayed on the index playing... -
Page 59: Managing Photos
Managing Photos Erasing Photos You can erase still images recorded on the disc (DVD-RW only). Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. Images on a protected disc cannot be erased. Erasing a Single Image @ii_!£_ii_i_@_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Disc type: _ DVD-RW •... -
Page 60: Converting Photos Into Photomovie Scenes
Managing Photos o,_,,_ Converting Photos into Photomovie Scenes Still images are recorded using JPEG compression, but a DVD player only recognizes the MPEG standard. Thus, to play back your still images with your DVD player, first you need to create a Photomovie scene - a slide show of all still images on the disc, where each image will be displayed for approx. -
Page 61: Finalizing The Disc
If the procedure was not completed correctly dueto high temperature_let the camcordor cool off before resumingoperation, • Place the camcorder on a table or other stable surface before starting the procedure.Subjecting the camcordor evento slight impacts (for example to... -
Page 62: Playing Back Your Disc On A Dvd Player Or A Computer's Dvd Drive
Finalizing the Disc The length of the finalization process depends on the scenes recorded and the remaining free space on the disc. Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. FUNC. _uNc._ _÷ ( [_ ____.] _L _ MENU* LDISC oPERATIoNS [HNALlZE [_e:)**<=LYES... -
Page 63: Unfinalizing The Disc - Additional Recordings On A Finalized Disc
If the procedure was not completed correctly duoto high temperature, lot the camcordor cool off before resumingoperation, • Place the camcorder on a table or other stable surface before starting the procedure. Subjecting the camoordor evento slight impacts (for example to... -
Page 64: Connecting To A "Iv Or Vcr
Output connection (Signal AV Terminal Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted while the STV-250N stereo video cable is connected to the camcorder. Connecting Cable Flow _ ) to a TV or VCR with AV Terminals. (Supplied) ConnectedTerminal... -
Page 65: Playback On A Tv Screen
Before connecting the camcorder, select the [TV TYPE] setting according to the TV set to which you will connect the camcorder - [WIDE TV]: TV sets with 16:9 aspect ratio or [NORMAL TV]: TV sets with 4:3 aspect ratio ([I3 41). -
Page 66: Trouble
Trouble? ..o_ Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. Power Source Problem • Camcorder will not turn on. • The camcorder switches by itself. - Page 67 Check Verify that the camcorder supports inserted. Depending on the condition of the disc, the camcorder vibrate occasionally. This is not a malfunction. The disc is activated from time to time. This This is not a malfunction. Turn the camcorder...
- Page 68 This is not a malfunction. Adjust the viewfinder with the dioptric Solution Load a disc. Set the camcorder You may not be able to play with this camcorder, or edited with other DVD recorders If using a single-sided disc, check the label...
- Page 69 Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume and joystick guide in __AY_) mode. Disconnect the stereo video cable from the camcorder. Solution Depending on the DVD player, there between scenes during playback. The video input on the TV is not set to the video terminal which you connected the camcorder.
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Page 70: List Of Messages
THE RECORDING MODE initialized OF THE DISC You inserted or SECAM). • TEMPERATURE The camcorder HIGH CANNOT RECORD Disconnect • TEMPERATURE let the camcorder HIGH CANNOT REMOVE DISC CANNOT RECORD There CHECK THE DISC This message until the camcorder The disc's... - Page 71 DISC COVER IS OPEN Verify NO DISC No disc is loaded. This until the camcorder LOADING THE DISC AVOID MOVING Try not to move the camcorder CAMCORDER UNABLE TO RECOVER Could DATA This suspect wait until the camcorder DISC FULL recordings the disc.
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Page 72: Do's And Don'ts
• Do not touch the pick up lens. • Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel or the disc cover. Be careful when closing the LCD panel. • Do not leave the camcorder... - Page 73 • Alwaysremovethe disc fromthe camcorder after youfinish recording. • Do not store the camcorder with a disc left inside. • Keep the disc clean of dust, dirt or smudges. Even very small smudges or particles of dust can lead to problems when recording or playing back the disc.
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Page 74: Maintenance/Others
Do's and Don'ts e,,,,_ Maintenance/Others Storage • If you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time, store it in a place free of dust, in low humidity, and at temperatures not higher than 30 °C (86 °F). -
Page 75: Using The Camcorder Abroad
You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult the Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. shuts off. -
Page 76: System Diagram
SS600/SS650 Shoulder Strap iiil ... SC-2OO0 Soft Carrying Case differs from areatoarea) : CG-300 Battery Charger STV-25ON Stereo Video Cable DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD-R (Canon DVD-R DL54) Mini DVD Disc BP-208 Battery Pack BP-208 Battery Pack CA-570 Compact Power Adapter DVD player/ recorder... - Page 77 This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
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Page 78: Optional Accessories
A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessor es or products bear ng the same mark. ProductCodes Provided Accessories... -
Page 79: Specifications
Specifications DC2t0 System Disc Recording System Television System Compatible Media Maximum Recording Time Image Sensor LCD Screen Viewfinder Microphone Lens Lens Configuration AF system Minimum Focusing Distance White Balance Minimum Illumination Recommended Illumination Image Stabilization Size of Still Images Image Compression Method OutputTerminals AV Terminal... - Page 80 General Information e._,o Power/Others Power supply (rated) Power consumption (SP mode, AF on) Operating temperature Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight (eamcorder body only) CA-570CompactPowerAdapter Power supply Rated output / consumption Operating temperature Dimensions Weight BP-208Battery Pack Battery type Rated voltage Operating temperature...
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Page 81: Index
Index 16:9 aspect ratio ... 9 Point AiAF (Autofocus) ... Abroad, using the camcorder ... Auto (recording program) ... Auto slow shutter ... Autofocus (AF) ... AV terminal ... Battery pack, charging ... Battery pack, remaining charge ... Beach (recording program) ... - Page 82 General Information e,,,,o Quick Start function ... Recommended discs ... Recording - Movies ... Recording - Still images ... Recording data ... Recording mode ... Recording programs ... Recording reminder ... RESET ... Reviewing - Movies (Record review)... Scene editing ... Screen displays ...
- Page 83 "AS IS" without warranty regarding merchantability or fitness for a particular Canon brand items is given by the manufacturer CUSA shall have no responsibility under this limited warranty incompatible peripheral equipment and incompatible In order to obtain warranty...
- Page 84 Canon purpose. special, consequenfiai or incidental damages misuse or inability to use this Canon to conform to any express or implied shall not exceed the purchase to assume for Canon Canada any other liabilgy...
- Page 85 U.S.A., INC. LOS ANGELES OFFICE Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 U.S.A., INC. HONOLULU OFFICE Suite 200, Honolulu, HI 96814 any questions, call the Canon at 1-800-828-4040 (U.S.A. only). CANADA INC. NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1P7 CANADA INC. CALGARY N.E.