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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB. DIE-0382-000 Digital Camcorder Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    Introduction Important Usage Instructions WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
  • Page 3 For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved scheme or your household waste disposal service or visit www.canon-europe.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) Trademark Acknowledgements •...

  • Page 4: Exciting Features

    Exciting Features Whether you are using a camcorder for the first time or are very experienced, this camcorder offers many easy-to-use functions. The following are just but a few examples of the many functions that can enrich your shooting experience. Pre-recording Dual Flash Memory You can record in the built-in...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Exciting Features About this Manual Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs Names of Parts Preparations Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Preparing the Accessories Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Joystick and Joystick Guide...
  • Page 6 Video Basic Recording Shooting Video Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom Quick Start Function Basic Playback Playing Back Video Selecting what Recordings to Play Back Searching for Scenes Pre-selecting Recordings from the Index Screen Deleting Scenes Advanced Functions Automatic Exposure and Special Scene Recording...
  • Page 7 Photos Taking Photos Viewing Photos Slideshow Deleting Photos Copying Photos to a Memory Card External Connections Terminals on the Camcorder Connection Diagrams Playback on a TV Screen Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Saving Recordings on a Computer Copying Movies to an External Video Recorder Preparing Movies for the Web Additional Information Appendix: Menu Options Lists...

  • Page 8: About This Manual

    About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon LEGRIA FS46 / LEGRIA FS405 / LEGRIA FS406. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting ( 98).
  • Page 9 Brackets [ ] are used to refer to menu options as they are displayed on screen. The names of most buttons and switches are indicated within a “button” frame. FUNC. For example arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. For a detailed explanation on how to use the menus, refer to Using the Menus 23).

  • Page 10: Getting To Know The Camcorder

    Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: CA-570E Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-808 Battery Pack IFC-300PCU/S USB Cable STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Yellow • Red • White plugs Quick Guide Installation Guide for PIXELA’s Software...
  • Page 11 The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder: • PIXELA’s Transfer Utility CD-ROM* - Use Transfer Utility for saving and transferring movies and music files you can use as background music. • PIXELA’s VideoBrowser CD-ROM* - In addition to all the functionality of Transfer Utility, you can use VideoBrowser for managing, editing, and playing back movies.

  • Page 12: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Left side view 1 RESET button ( 102) button ( 21)/ WEB button ( 3 DISP. (on-screen display) button 58, 62)/BATT. INFO button ( 4 Speaker ( 5 AV OUT terminal ( 76, 77) 6 USB terminal ( 76, 77) 7 DC IN terminal ( 8 ACCESS indicator (...
  • Page 13 Top view Zoom lever ( PHOTO button ( POWER button Joystick ( LCD screen ( FUNC. button ( 24, 86) (play/pause) button ( 39)/ START/STOP button ( (stop) button ( 39)/ PLAYLIST button ( VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button (camera/play) button ( S d ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator: Green –...
  • Page 14 Bottom view S g Battery release latch S h Tripod socket ( 109) S j Memory card slot ( S k Battery compartment ( S l Battery compartment cover/Memory card slot cover D q Serial number The serial number label is located on the battery compartment cover.

  • Page 15: Preparations

    Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcorder. Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter.
  • Page 16 3 Close the cover and slide it toward the lens until you hear a click. 4 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter. 5 Plug the compact power adapter into a power outlet. 6 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
  • Page 17 To remove the battery pack 1 Slide the battery compartment cover away from the lens and open it. 2 Press the battery release latch and pull out the battery pack. 3 Close the cover and slide it toward the lens until you hear a click.

  • Page 18: Preparing The Accessories

    • We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need. Preparing the Accessories Fasten the grip belt. Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and Start/Stop button with your thumb.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Position And Brightness Of The Lcd Screen

    To attach an optional wrist strap Pass the attaching end of the wrist strap through the rear bracket on the camcorder, thread the wrist strap through the loop and fasten. Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.
  • Page 20 LCD Backlight When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD screen. Turn on the LCD backlight to make it brighter. With the camcorder on, hold DISP. pressed down for more than 2 seconds. Repeat this action to switch the LCD backlight between off (normal) and on (bright).

  • Page 21: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder

    Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Recording The camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video and photos: mode, for beginners or if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings, and flexible recording ( ) mode, which lets you change the cam- corder’s settings to your preference.
  • Page 22 menu: [Rec Media for Movies]*, [Rec Media for Photos]*, [Widescreen], [Video Snapshot Length]. menu: [Image Stabilizer]**, [Auto Slow Shutter]. menus: All settings. only. ** The [ Standard] setting will be used in mode if set to [ Off] in mode. •...

  • Page 23: Joystick And Joystick Guide

    Joystick and Joystick Guide Use the joystick to operate the camcorder’s menus. Push the joystick up, down, left or right Press the joystick itself ( ) to save ) to select an item or the settings or confirm an action. On change settings.
  • Page 24 Selecting an Option from the FUNC. Menu The following is an example of selecting a FUNC. menu option in mode. In playback modes, the operation varies depending on the function selected so refer to the relevant chapter as necessary. FUNC. 1 Press 2 Select ( ) the icon of the function...
  • Page 25 FUNC. 6 Press FUNC. You can press to close the menu at any time. Preparations...

  • Page 26: First Time Settings

    First Time Settings Setting the Date and Time You will need to set the date and time of the camcorder before you can start using it. The [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically when the cam- corder’s clock is not set. When the [Date/Time] screen appears, the year will be selected.

  • Page 27: Changing The Language

    Changing the Language The default language of the cam- corder is English. You can set it to one of 26 other languages. Operating modes: FUNC. Menu] [Language FUNC. Desired language NOTES • The displays that appear in some menu screens refer to the name of buttons on the camcorder and will not change, regardless of the language selected.

  • Page 28: Using A Memory Card

    Using a Memory Card Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder You can use commercially available Secure Digital (SD) cards with this camcorder. However, depending on the memory card, you may not be able to record movies. Refer to the table below. As of May 2010, the movie recording function has been tested using SD/SDHC memory cards made by Panasonic, Toshiba and SanDisk, and SDXC memory cards made by Panasonic and Toshiba.
  • Page 29 SDXC Memory Cards As of May 2010, SDXC memory cards have been tested to work under Windows 7. For details on whether your computer's operating system is SDXC-compatible, check with your computer's manufacturer. IMPORTANT • If you use an SDXC memory card with a computer OS that is not SDXC-compatible, you may be prompted to format the memory card.

  • Page 30: Inserting And Removing A Memory Card

    Inserting and Removing a Memory Card Make sure to initialize ( 31) all memory cards before using them with this camcorder. 1 Turn off the camcorder. Make sure the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator is off. 2 Slide the memory card slot cover away from the lens and open it.

  • Page 31: Selecting The Memory For The Recordings

    Selecting the Memory for the Recordings You can select to record your movies and photos in the built-in mem- ory or on a memory card. The built-in memory is the default memory for recording both. Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK Eye-Fi cards •...
  • Page 32 FUNC. Menu] [Initialize [Built-in Mem.] or [Mem. Card] Initialization FUNC. method [Yes]* [OK] FUNC. Menu] [Initialize FUNC. Initialization method [Yes]* [OK] * If you selected the [Complete Initialization] option, you can press to cancel the initialization while it is in progress. All recordings will be erased and the memory can be used without any problem.
  • Page 33 About the music files the memory card. Refer to 122) for the folder structure of the memory card. • At the time of purchase, Eye-Fi cards contain the necessary network configuration software. Be sure to install the software and complete the required configuration setup before you initialize the Eye-Fi card prior to using it with this camcorder.

  • Page 34: Basic Recording

    Video This chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including recording, playback, advanced functions and playlist and scene operations. Basic Recording Shooting Video Operating modes: 1 Turn on the camcorder. By default, movies are recorded in the built-in memory. You can select the memory that will be used to record movies 31).

  • Page 35: Selecting The Video Quality (Recording Mode

    • Be sure to save your recordings regularly ( 79), especially after mak- ing important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or cor- ruption of data. NOTES • About the Power Save mode: If [Power Saving Mode] is set to...

  • Page 36: Zooming: Optical, Advanced And Digital Zoom

    Approximate recording times Default value Recording mode → Memory ↓ 4 GB memory card 55 min. 1 hr. 20 min. 2 hr. 35 min. Built-in memory/ 1 hr. 50 min. 2 hr. 45 min. 5 hr. 10 min. 8 GB memory card 16 GB memory card 3 hr.

  • Page 37: Quick Start Function

    Move the zoom lever toward W (wide angle) to zoom out. Move it toward T (telephoto) to zoom in. By default, the zoom lever operates at a variable speed – press gently for a slow zoom; press harder for faster zooms.
  • Page 38 2 When you wish to resume recording, open the LCD panel. The ON/OFF (CHG) indicator turns back green and the camcorder is ready to record. IMPORTANT • Do not disconnect the power source during standby mode (while the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator is lit in orange). NOTES •...

  • Page 39: Basic Playback

    Basic Playback Playing Back Video Operating modes: 1 Press to open the [Movies] index screen. 2 Move ( ) the selection frame to the scene you want to play back. When you have recorded a large number of scenes, you can display ) a slidebar below the scene thumbnails and browse ( ) through index pages;...
  • Page 40 IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode.

  • Page 41: Selecting What Recordings To Play Back

    toward * to skip to the beginning of the current scene or to skip to the next scene. * Push twice to skip to the beginning of the previous scene. Ending special playback modes During any special playback mode, press .

  • Page 42: Searching For Scenes

    1 In the index screen, move ( ) the orange selection frame to the tabs on the top of the screen. 2 Select ( ) the tab corresponding to the recordings you want to play back. 3 Return ( ) to the index screen to select a scene or photo. To open the [Video Snapshot] index screen You can open an index screen that contains only your video snapshot scenes (...
  • Page 43 2 Open the calendar screen. FUNC. Scene Search] [Calendar Screen] • The calendar screen appears. • Dates that contain scenes (that is, movies were recorded on that date) appear in white. Dates without recordings appear in black. 3 Move ( ) the cursor to the desired date.

  • Page 44: Pre-Selecting Recordings From The Index Screen

    3 Select ( ) the date, month or year and move ( ) between recording dates. 4 After selecting the desired date, press The index screen will appear with the selection frame on the first scene recorded on the selected date. NOTES •...

  • Page 45: Deleting Scenes

    Total number of scenes selected Selected scenes FUNC. 4 Press twice to close the menu. To cancel all the selections FUNC. Select] [Remove All Selections] [Yes] FUNC. [OK] NOTES • The pre-selection of scenes/photos will be canceled if you turn off the camcorder or change the operating mode.
  • Page 46 3 Delete the scenes. FUNC. Delete] Desired option [Yes]* [OK] FUNC. * If you selected any option other than [This Scene], you can press to inter- rupt the operation while it is in progress. Some scenes will be deleted never- theless.

  • Page 47: Advanced Functions

    Advanced Functions Automatic Exposure and Special Scene Recording Programs The recording program determines how much control you have over the camcorder’s recording-related settings. Select the [ Pro- grammed AE] recording program to give you full control over functions like the white balance or image effects. Alternatively, give the cam- corder more control by selecting a Special Scene recording program.
  • Page 48 Sports] To record sports scenes such as tennis or golf. Snow] To record in bright ski resorts with- out the subject being underexposed. Beach] To record on a sunny beach with- out the subject being underexposed. Sunset] To record sunsets in vibrant col- ors.
  • Page 49 NOTES • [ Portrait]/[ Sports]/[ Snow]/[ Beach]: The picture may not appear smooth during playback. • [ Portrait]: The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in (T). • [ Snow]/[ Beach]: The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places.

  • Page 50: Advanced Image Stabilization

    Advanced Image Stabilization The image stabilizer reduces camcorder blur (blur due to the cam- corder moving) so you can get nice, stable shots. Select the image stabilization mode according to the shooting conditions. Operating modes: FUNC. Menu] [Image Stabilizer] FUNC. Desired IS mode Options ( Default value)

  • Page 51: Video Snapshot

    Operating modes: 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. Pre REC 2 Select ( Pre REC] and press • appears. • Press again to turn pre-recording off. 3 Press Start/Stop The scene recorded in the memory will start 3 seconds before Start/Stop was pressed.

  • Page 52: Digital Effects

    • The camcorder records for about 4 seconds (the blue frame serves as a visual progress bar) and then automatically returns to record pause mode. • You can change the length of video snapshot scenes to 2 or 8 seconds with the [Video Snapshot Length] setting.

  • Page 53: Manual Exposure Adjustment

    Applying the Selected Digital Effect 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. Digital Effects 2 Select ( Digital Effects] and press • The icon of the selected digital effect turns green. • Press again to deactivate the digital effect (its icon will turn white again). To fade in/out Activate the selected fader in record pause mode ( ), then press...

  • Page 54: Manual Focus Adjustment

    POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than [ Fireworks]. 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. Exposure 2 Select ( Exposure] and press • The current exposure is locked. • The exposure adjustment indicator and the neutral value “±0” appear on the screen.

  • Page 55: White Balance

    POINTS TO CHECK • Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure. 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. Focus 2 Select ( Focus] and press [MF] The current focus is locked and appears. 3 Adjust ( ) the focus as required. •...

  • Page 56: 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. FUNC. 2 Press to save the setting and close the menu. Options ( Default value) Automatic] The camcorder automatically sets the white bal- ance for natural looking colors.

  • Page 57: Mini Video Light

    FUNC. FUNC. Image Effect Off] Desired option Options ( Default value) Image Effect Off] Records with no image enhancing effects. Vivid] Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation. Neutral] Tones down the contrast and color saturation. Soft Skin Detail] Softens the details in the skin tone area for a more complimentary appearance.

  • Page 58: Selecting The Playback Starting Point

    Start/Stop For movies: Press The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the screen. PHOTO For photos: Press , first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully. The camcorder will record the photo after a 10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the screen.

  • Page 59: Playing Back Recordings Set To Background Music

    • Press DISP. again to return to the index screen. Current scene / Total number of scenes Scene length Recording date and time Interval between frames Timeline ruler Page slidebar Frame selected for start of playback 3 Select ( ) the playback starting point from the timeline ruler. 4 Press to begin the playback.
  • Page 60 POINTS TO CHECK To play back scenes or a slideshow of photos recorded on a memory card, you will need to connect the memory card that contains your recordings to a computer and transfer the music tracks in advance. Windows users: Use the supplied PIXELA’s software. For details, refer to the Software Guide (PDF file) of the supplied PIXELA’s software.
  • Page 61 IMPORTANT • If you use copyrighted songs and music tracks in your video creations, remember that music under copyright may not be used without per- mission from the copyright holder, except for cases permitted under applicable laws, such as for personal use. Make sure to follow applica- ble laws when using music files.

  • Page 62: On-Screen Displays And Data Code

    On-Screen Displays and Data Code You can turn most on-screen displays on or off. Operating modes: DISP. Repeatedly press to turn the on-screen displays on/off in the following sequence: mode: • All displays on • Most displays off* mode: • All displays on •...

  • Page 63: Playlist And Scene Operations

    Playlist and Scene Operations Editing the Playlist: Adding, Deleting and Moving Scenes Create a playlist to play back only the scenes you prefer and in the order of your choice. You can play back the scenes in the playlist using your favorite song as background music ( 59).
  • Page 64 NOTES • Deleting or moving scenes in the playlist will not affect the original recordings. • You can copy scenes from the built-in memory to the memory card ( 66) to include in the memory card’s playlist also scenes that were originally recorded in the built-in memory.

  • Page 65: Dividing Scenes

    2 Select ( ) the scene you want to move. FUNC. 3 Press , select [ Move] and press 4 Move ( ) the orange marker to the desired position of the scene and press The original position of the scene and the current position of the marker are displayed at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 66: Copying Scenes To A Memory Card

    The video from the division point to the end of the scene will appear as a new scene in the index screen. NOTES • When advancing/reversing frames while dividing the scenes, the inter- val will be 0.5 second. • If the scene cannot be divided at the point where you paused the play- back, advance/reverse a frame and then divide the scene.
  • Page 67 FUNC. Copy ( Desired option [Yes]* FUNC. [OK] * Press to interrupt the operation while it is in progress. Options [All Scenes] Copies all the scenes to the memory card. [All Scenes (this date)] Copies to the memory card all the scenes that were recorded on the same day as the selected scene.
  • Page 68 NOTES • In the following cases, you will not be able to copy recordings to the memory card: - If the memory card slot is open. - If the LOCK switch on the memory card is set to prevent writing. - If there is no memory card in the memory card slot.

  • Page 69: Taking Photos

    Photos Refer to this chapter for details on taking photos and playing them back. Taking Photos Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK • Please read the IMPORTANT section before using an Eye-Fi card. 1 Turn on the camcorder. By default, photos are recorded in the built-in memory.

  • Page 70: Viewing Photos

    - Photos recorded on an Eye-Fi card will be uploaded automatically after setting the camcorder to playback mode if you are within the range of a configured network. Always verify that Eye-Fi cards have been approved in the country/region of use. See also Using an Eye-Fi card ( 84).
  • Page 71 To return to the index screen from single photo view 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) the icon and press You can also move the zoom lever toward W to return to the index screen. Photo Jump Function When you have recorded a large number of photos, you can jump 10 or 100 photos at a time.

  • Page 72: Slideshow

    Slideshow You can play a slideshow of all the photos and even set it to music. Operating modes: 1 Open the [Photos] index screen. 2 Select the background music to use when playing back the photo slideshow ( 59, steps 1-3). 3 Back in the index screen, select ( ) the first photo of the slideshow.
  • Page 73 2 Select ( ) the photo you want to delete and press 3 Select ( ) [Yes] and press to delete the photo. FUNC. 4 Repeat steps 2-3 to delete additional photos or press twice to close the menu. Deleting Photos from the Index Screen 1 Open the [Photos] index screen.

  • Page 74: Copying Photos To A Memory Card

    Copying Photos to a Memory Card You can copy photos only from the built-in memory to the memory card. POINTS TO CHECK • Please read the IMPORTANT section ( 75) before using an Eye-Fi card. Operating modes: Copying a Single Photo 1 Select to view the photos recorded in the built-in memory.
  • Page 75 3 Copy the photos. FUNC. Copy ( Desired option [Yes]* FUNC. [OK] * If you selected an option other than [This Photo], you can press to interrupt the operation while it is in progress. Options [All Photos] Copies all the photos. [This Photo] Copies only the photo marked with the orange selec- tion frame.

  • Page 76: External Connections

    External Connections This chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer. Terminals on the Camcorder 1 USB Terminal Access: Open the LCD panel. 2 AV OUT Terminal Access: Open the LCD panel. Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder.
  • Page 77 Connection Composite Video Type: Analog Quality: Standard definition Output only Connect to a standard TV or a VCR with audio/video input terminals. Change the following settings on the camcorder: [TV Type] according to the TV set (widescreen or 4:3), if the TV cannot automatically detect and change the aspect ratio Yellow White...

  • Page 78: Playback On A Tv Screen

    Playback on a TV Screen Connect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your recordings with family and friends. Playback on an HDTV using one of the high-definition connections will ensure the best playback quality. Operating modes: 1 Turn off the camcorder and the TV. 2 Connect the camcorder to the TV.

  • Page 79: Saving And Sharing Your Recordings

    Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Saving Recordings on a Computer Movies and photos recorded with this camcorder are saved in the built-in memory ( only) or on the memory card. Because space is limited, make sure to save your recordings on a computer on a regular basis.
  • Page 80 101 and 998. • Windows XP: Your photos can be found under [Canon FS46]*. • Mac OS X: iPhoto will start up automatically and [Canon FS46]* will appear as a new device. * The actual name of the device will show your camcorder’s model.

  • Page 81: Copying Movies To An External Video Recorder

    • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the USB cable. - Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer. - Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode.

  • Page 82: Preparing Movies For The Web

    4 Camcorder: Resume playback. • Push the joystick ( ) to hide the joystick guide. • By default, on-screen displays will be embedded in the output video DISP. signal. You can change the displays by repeatedly pressing 62). 5 External device: Start recording when the scene you wish to copy appears;...
  • Page 83 5 Press 6 Select ( ) [Yes] and press • Press twice to interrupt the operation while it is in progress. • The video from the point where you pressed until the end of the scene (or up to 10 minutes in case of longer scenes) will be copied as a Web-friendly MPEG file.
  • Page 84 • After you connect the camcorder to the computer, the supplied PIXELA’s software will copy the MPEG video files to the computer and upload them to the Web, leaving behind a copy of the video files in the memory card. Use the [Delete All Web Movies ] option to delete the MPEG files from the memory card after you confirm that the...
  • Page 85 required to use Eye-Fi cards in many countries or regions. Without approval, use of the card is not permitted. If it is unclear whether the card has been approved for use in the area, please check with the card manufacturer. •...

  • Page 86: Additional Information

    Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen mes- sages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information. Appendix: Menu Options Lists Menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus ( 23).
  • Page 87 Mode : [Movies] index screen (original scenes) : [Playlist] and [Playlist: Video Snapshot] index screens : [Video Snapshot] index screen Menu item Setting options [Select Music] [Off], list of music tracks – [Select] [Individual Scenes], [Remove All Selections] – [All Scenes], [All Scenes (this date)], –...

  • Page 88: Setup Menus

    Setup Menus Camera Setup 1 ( Mode) Menu item Setting options [Built-in Mem.], [Mem. Card] [Rec Media for Movies] [Built-in Mem.], [Mem. Card] [Rec Media for Photos] [Widescreen] On], [ Off] – [Video Snapshot Length] [ 2 sec], [ 4 sec], [ 8 sec] –...
  • Page 89 Camera Setup 2 ( Mode) Menu item Setting options [Digital Zoom] On], [ Off] [Zoom Speed] Variable], [ Speed 3], [ Speed 2], Speed 1] [Image Stabilizer] Dynamic], [ Standard], [ Off] [Flicker Reduction] Off], [ 50 Hz], [ 60 Hz] –...
  • Page 90 [Data Code]: Displays the date and/or time when the scene was recorded. Camera Data]: Displays the aperture (f-stop) and shutter speed used when recording the scene. System Setup 1 Menu item Setting options [Output Onscreen Displays] [ On], [ Off] –...
  • Page 91 System Setup 2 Menu item Setting options [Notification Sounds] High Volume], – Low Volume], [ Off] [Power Saving Mode] On], [ Off] – [Quick Start] Off], [ 10 min], – – – 20 min], [ 30 min] [Initialize [Built-in Mem.], [Mem. Card] [Quick Initialization], [Initialize [Complete Initialization]...
  • Page 92 bers from 0101 to 9900, and stored in folders containing up to 100 pho- tos. Folders are numbered from 101 to 998. Reset]: Photo numbers will restart from 101-0101 every time you insert a new memory card. Continuous]: Photo numbers will continue from the number follow- ing that of the last photo recorded with the camcorder.
  • Page 93 Menu item Setting options [Calendar Start Day] [Saturday], [Sunday], [Monday] – – – [Date Format]: Select the date format to be used for most on-screen dis- plays. [Calendar Start Day]: Select the day on which the week starts for the cal- endar screen ( 42).

  • Page 94: Onscreen Icons And Displays

    Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording Movies Operating mode ( 21), While recording/during playback: Zoom 36), Scene counter (hours : minutes : Manual exposure seconds) In record pause mode: Recording program ( Total number of scenes White balance ( Remaining recording time Image effect ( On the memory card Digital effect (...
  • Page 95 Recording Photos AF frame ( Camcorder shake warning ( Self timer ( Focus and exposure lock ( Number of available photos On the memory card In the built-in memory only) Playing Movies (During Playback) Scene number Data code ( Eye-Fi wireless communication Additional Information...
  • Page 96 Viewing Photos Photo number ( Protected photo mark (photos on Date and time of recording the memory card that were protected using another device) Current photo / Total number of photos Additional Information...
  • Page 97 A q Memory operation Record, Record pause, Playback, Playback pause, Fast playback, Fast reverse playback, Slow playback, Slow reverse playback A a Remaining battery time • The icon shows a rough estimate 100% of the remaining charge as a percentage of the full charge of the battery pack.

  • Page 98: Troubleshooting

    - please read the “CHECK THIS FIRST” box before going on to the more detailed problems and solutions. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. CHECK THIS FIRST Power supply •...
  • Page 99 - The camcorder may become hot after using it continuously for long periods of time; this is not a malfunction. If the camcorder becomes unusually hot or it becomes hot after using it only for a short while, it may indicate a problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center.
  • Page 100 - The memory is full. Delete some recordings ( 45, 72) or initialize the memory ( to free some space. Cannot move scenes in the playlist. - The memory is full. Delete some recordings ( 45, 72) or initialize the memory ( 31) to free some space.
  • Page 101 The red ON/OFF (CHG) indicator flashes rapidly ( one flash at 0.5-second intervals). - Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Con- sult a Canon Service Center. The red ON/OFF (CHG) indicator flashes ( two flashes at 1-second intervals) - The remaining charge of the battery pack is at least 50% of a full charge.
  • Page 102 Abnormal characters appear on the screen and the camcorder does not operate properly. - Disconnect the power source and reconnect it after a short time. If the problem still persists, remove the battery pack and disconnect all other power sources from the camcorder. Then, press the RESET button with a pointed object to reset all the camcorder’s settings to default values.

  • Page 103: List Of Messages

    - After repeatedly recording, deleting and editing scenes (fragmented memory), it will take longer to write data on the memory and recording may stop. Save your recordings ( and initialize the memory ( 31). Built-in memory error - The built-in memory could not be read. Contact a Canon Service Center. Additional Information...
  • Page 104 Cannot communicate with the battery pack. Continue using this battery pack? - You attached a battery pack that is not recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder. - If you are using a battery pack recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder, there may be a problem with the camcorder or battery pack.
  • Page 105 Cannot record - There is a problem with the memory. If this message appears often without apparent reason, contact a Canon Service Center. Cannot record Cannot access the built-in memory - There is a problem with the built-in memory. Save your recordings (...
  • Page 106 - A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record or display the image. Try removing and reinserting the memory card, or use a different memory card. - You inserted a MultiMedia Card (MMC) into the camcorder. Use a recommended memory card ( 28).
  • Page 107 Memory card is full - The memory card is full. Delete some recordings ( 45, 72) to free some space or replace the memory card. Memory card is write-protected - The LOCK switch on the memory card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the posi- tion of the LOCK switch.
  • Page 108 Some scenes could not be added to the playlist - Scenes recorded using another device and then transferred to a memory card connected to a computer cannot be added to the playlist. - The playlist can contain a maximum of 99 scenes. Delete some scenes from the playlist 64).

  • Page 109: Handling Precautions

    79) and save them on a regular basis. This will protect your impor- tant recordings in case of damage and create more free space on the memory. Canon shall not be liable for any data loss. • Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel. Be careful when closing the LCD panel.

  • Page 110: Battery Pack

    • When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable picture. Exces- sive camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use of fast zooms and panning can result in jittery scenes. In extreme cases, the playback of such scenes may result in visually induced motion sick- ness.

  • Page 111: Memory Card

    Regarding the use of non-Canon battery packs • For your safety, battery packs that are not genuine Canon battery packs will not be charged even if you attach them to this camcorder or to the optional CG-800E Battery Charger.
  • Page 112 Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery The camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to keep the date/time and other settings. The built-in lithium battery is recharged while you use the camcorder; however, it will discharge completely if you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months. To recharge the built-in lithium battery: Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder and leave it connected for 24 hours with the camcorder off.

  • Page 113: Maintenance/Others

    Maintenance/Others Cleaning Camcorder Body • Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemi- cally treated cloths or volatile solvents such as paint thinner. Lens • If the lens surface is dirty, autofocus may not work properly. •...

  • Page 114: 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 a Canon Service Center for informa- tion on plug adapters for overseas use.

  • Page 115: Accessories

    General Information Accessories (Availability differs from area to area) SCART Adapter Card Computer reader/writer TV/HDTV VCR/DVD recorder Optional accessories not listed below are described in more detail in the following pages. 3 CA-570E Compact Power Adapter 7 IFC-300PCU/S USB Cable 5 WS-20 Wrist Strap 8 Memory card 6 STV-250N Stereo Video Cable...

  • Page 116: Optional Accessories

    Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. 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...
  • Page 117 Charging, Recording and Playback Times The charging times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to charging conditions and initial charge of the battery pack. Charging conditions Charging time Using the camcorder 140 min.* Using the CG-800E Battery Charger 105 min.
  • Page 118 This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. Additional Information...

  • Page 119: Specifications

    Specifications LEGRIA FS46 / LEGRIA FS405 / LEGRIA FS406 — Values given are approximate figures. System • Recording System Movies: SD-Video Video compression: MPEG-2; Audio compression: Dolby Digital 2ch Photos: DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) Image compression: JPEG (Super Fine) Size of Photos: 1024x768 pixels •...
  • Page 120 • Lens Configuration: 10 elements in 8 groups (1 double-sided, aspheric element) • AF System TTL autofocus or Manual focus (for movies only) • Minimum Focusing Distance 1 m; 1 cm at full wide angle • White Balance Auto white balance, Custom white balance or Preset white balance settings: Daylight, Tungsten •...
  • Page 121 BP-808 Battery Pack • Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery, compatible with Intelligent System • Rated voltage: 7.4 V DC • Operating temperature: 0 – 40 °C • Battery capacity: 890 mAh (typical); 6.3 Wh / 850 mAh (minimum) • Dimensions : 30.7 x 23.3 x 40.2 mm •...
  • Page 122 Audio sampling: 48 kHz, 16 bits, 2 channels Minimum length: 1 second File extension: WAV The music data is saved in the memory under the following folder structure. In the built-in memory: CANON MY_MUSIC MUSIC_01.WAV to MUSIC_99.WAV On the memory card: CANON PRIVATE MY_MUSIC MUSIC_01.WAV to MUSIC_99.WAV...

  • Page 123: Index

    Index ..114 ... . . 103 Abroad, using the camcorder Error messages ....84 Aspect ratio of a connected TV Eye-Fi card .
  • Page 124 ....57 Self timer ....14 Serial number .
  • Page 125 Canon UK Ltd CCI Service Centre, Unit 130 Centennial Park, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3SE, United Kingdom Telephone 0870-241-2161 Canon Australia Pty Ltd Tel: 13-13-83 (within Australia only) (61) 02-9805-2555 www.canon.com.au Canon New Zealand Ltd Tel: 0800-222-666 (within New Zealand only) (64) 09-489-0300 www.canon.co.nz...

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