User manual CANON DC100

[. . . ] PUB. DIE-262 English English DVD Camcorder Instruction Manual Introduction Preparations Basic Functions Advanced Functions Editing Functions Disc Finalization External Connections Trouble? Do's & Don'ts PAL Additional Information Important Usage Instructions Introduction WARNING!TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE. [. . . ] Change ( ) the shutter speed and press ( ) to save the setting. The shutter speed denominator flashes when the selected shutter speed is not appropriate for the recording condition. When using a slow shutter speed in dark places, you can obtain a brighter image, but the image quality may be lower, and the autofocus may not work well. Do not point the camcorder directly at the sun when the shutter speed is set to 1/1000 or higher. The image may flicker when recording with high shutter speeds. 39 Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode You can select an aperture value, and the camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed most appropriate for the subject. Use low aperture values (large aperture) to blur the background for a portrait, or high aperture values (small aperture) to achieve a broad depth of field for recording landscapes. * only. To change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes ( 9). Mode switch: Aperture value guideline [1. 8], [2. 0], [2. 4], [2. 8], [3. 4], [4. 0], [4. 8], [5. 6], [6. 7], [8. 0], [9. 5], [11], [14], [16] large aperture size small 1. Select the recording program [ APERTURE-PRIO. AE] as described in Selecting the Recording Program ( 38). Change ( ) the aperture value and press ( ) to save the setting. Available aperture values vary depending on the zoom position. The aperture value flashes when the selected aperture is not appropriate for the recording condition. In such case, readjust the aperture. 40 Manually Adjusting the Exposure More Recording Options Adjust the exposure when a subject is underexposed (for example, when backlit subjects appear too dark in the image) or overexposed (for example, when recording subjects under very strong light and they appear too bright or glaring in the image). E * only. To change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes ( (except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording program). 9). Mode switch: 1. Press EXP ( ). · The exposure adjustment indicator and the neutral value "±0" appear on the screen. · If you operate the zoom during exposure lock, the brightness of the image may change. 2. Adjust ( ) the brightness of the image as required. · The adjustment range depends on the brightness of the picture at the time you locked the exposure. · Pressing EXP ( ) again will cancel the exposure lock and return the camcorder to the previous setting. Changing the Metering Method You can select the light metering mode. Advanced Functions More Recording Options * only. To change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes ( 9). Mode switch: ( 35) EVALUATIVE Options [ Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camcorder divides the picture into several zones for light metering and evaluates complex lighting conditions for the optimal exposure of the subject. CENT. WEIGHT. AVERAGE] Averages the light metered from the entire screen, giving more weight to the subject in the center. Use this setting to adjust the exposure to match the subject in the center of the screen. FUNC. Metering Method icon Desired option 41 Manually Adjusting the Focus Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. Reflective surfaces Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines Fast Moving Subjects Through dirty or wet windows Night Scenes * only. To change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes ( 9). Mode switch: 1. [. . . ] Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth to gently wipe the lens or viewfinder. Never use tissue paper. LCD Screen Clean the LCD screen using a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth. Condensation may form on the surface of the screen when the temperature changes suddenly. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth. Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. [. . . ]