User manual CANON DC201

[. . . ] PUB. DIE-278 Instruction Manual English DVD Camcorder Introduction Prerparations Basic Functions Advanced Functions Editing Functions Playing Back the Disc on an External Device External Connections Additional Information PAL 2 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. [. . . ] It also serves as a warning beep under unusual conditions. POWER SAVE [ ON], [ OFF] In order to save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, it will automatically shut off if left without any operation for 5 minutes. Approximately 30 seconds before the camcorder shuts off, the message " AUTO POWER OFF" will appear. In Quick-Start ready mode, the camcorder will shut off after the time selected for the [ STANDBY OFF] setting. STANDBY OFF ( 28) [ RESET], [ CONTINUOUS] Select the image numbering method to be used on a new disc. Images are automatically assigned consecutive image numbers from 0101 to 9900, and stored in folders containing up to 100 images. [ RESET]: Image numbers will restart from 101-0101 every time you insert a new disc. [ CONTINUOUS]: Image numbers will continue from the number following that of the last image recorded with the camcorder. If the disc you insert already contains an image with a larger number, a new image will be assigned a number one higher than that of the last image on the disc. We recommend using the [ CONTINUOUS] setting. TV TYPE [ 10 min], [ 20 min], [ 30 min] Select the length of time after which the camcorder will end the Quick-Start ready mode and shut off automatically. WIDE TV] [ NORMAL TV], [ In order to display the picture in full and in the correct aspect ratio, select the setting according to the type of television to which you will connect the camcorder. When the TV type is set to [ NORMAL TV], if you play back a recording made in widescreen (16:9) the picture displayed on the LCD screen will be smaller than the full display area. Menu Options Lists 39 Date/Time Setup FIRMWARE DATE/TIME SETUP You can verify the current version of the camcorder's firmware. This menu option is usually grayed out. T. ZONE/DST DATE/TIME DATE FORMAT ( ( 23) 24) [Y. M. D (2007. 1. 1 AM 12:00)], [M. D, Y (JAN. 1, 2007 12:00 AM)], [D. M. Y (1. JAN. 2007 12:00 AM)] Changes the date format for on-screen displays. Advanced Functions 40 Recording Programs Recording Programs Using the Recording Programs AUTO The camcorder adjusts the focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. AE] 41) Special Scene Recording Programs: [ PORTRAIT] The camcorder uses a large aperture, achieving a focus on the subject while blurring other distracting details. [ SPOTLIGHT] Use this mode to record spotlit scenes. [ SPORTS] Use this mode to record sports scenes such as tennis or golf. [ BEACH] Use this mode to record on a sunny beach. It prevents the subject from being underexposed. [ FIREWORKS] Use this mode to record fireworks. [ NIGHT] Use this mode to record in dimly lit places. [ SUNSET] Use this mode to record sunsets in vibrant colors. Recording Programs 41 Flexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed Use the automatic exposure (AE) program or give priority to the exposure value or the shutter speed. POINTS TO CHECK ( Mode switch: P 10) TO SET THE SHUTTER SPEED OR APERTURE VALUE When you select [ SHUTTERPRIO. AE], a numeric value will appear next to the recording program icon. When the numeric value can be adjusted, small arrows will appear next to the number. The number displayed will flash if the shutter speed is not appropriate for the recording conditions. NOTES Do not change the position of the mode switch while recording, as the brightness of the image may change abruptly. [ SHUTTER-PRIO. AE] - If you use 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. - The image may flicker when recording with high shutter speeds. Options [ PROGRAM AE] Default value The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure for the subject. Use a high shutter speed to record fast moving subjects or a slow shutter speed to add a certain motion blur, emphasizing the feel of movement. FUNC. ( 22) Advanced Functions FUNC. Icon of the currently selected Recording Program Desired option FUNC. 42 Recording Programs Shutter speed guidelines FUNC. 1/6, 1/12, 1/25 1/2, 1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25 For recording subjects in dark places. [. . . ] Remove any dust or dirt particles using a non-aerosol type blower brush. Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth to gently wipe the lens or viewfinder. Never use tissue paper. Additional Information When the camcorder is left in a humid room 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. [. . . ]