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Page 1: Instruction Manual
PUB. DIE-295 Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual... -
Page 2: Cleaning The Video Heads
Fig. 1 appears. If such symptoms appear, clean the video heads with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette* or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette. If the symptoms reappear shortly after the cleaning, the videocassette may be defective. Stop using it. -
Page 3: Important Usage Instructions
WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products, please visit www.canon-europe.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Introduction ______________________________ About this Manual Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories Components Guide Screen Displays Preparations _____________________________ Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Installing the Backup Battery Preparing the Wireless Controller ( only) and Accessories Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Joystick and Joystick Guide Using the Menus... - Page 5 Table of contents Video ____________________________________ Basic Recording Shooting Video Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom Quick Start Function Reviewing the Last Scene Recorded Basic Playback Playing Back Video Returning to a Pre-marked Position Locating the Beginning of a Recording Date Locating the End of the Last Scene On-Screen Displays (Data Code) Advanced Function...
- Page 6 External Connections _______________________ Connecting to a TV or VCR Connection Diagrams Playback on a TV Screen Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder Audio Dubbing Connecting to a Computer PC Connection Diagram Transferring Video Recordings...
- Page 7 Table of contents Additional Information ______________________ Appendix: Menu Options Lists FUNC. Menu Setup Menus Camera Setup (Advanced Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) VCR Setup (Recording Mode, TV Type, etc.) Audio Setup (Audio Mode, Wind Screen, etc.) Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) System Setup (Beep, Power Save, etc.) Date/Time Setup Trouble?
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Page 8: Introduction
Introduction About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon MD235/MD216/MD215/MD205. 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 ( 59). Conventions Used in this Manual •... -
Page 9: Getting To Know The Camcorder
Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories CA-590E Compact Power Adapter BP-2L5 Battery Pack (incl. power cord) STV-250N Stereo Video Lithium Button Battery Cable (CR1616) incl. ferrite core) Lithium Button WL-D85 Battery (CR2025) for Wireless Controller Wireless Controller... -
Page 10: Components Guide
Introduction Components Guide Lens cover switch ( Left side view open, closed) DV terminal ( 47, 51) MIC (microphone) terminal ( AV terminal ( CHARGE indicator ( Speaker Mode switch ( Easy recording Recording programs Grip belt ( Strap mount ( Lock button switch ( Stereo microphone... - Page 11 Joystick ( Back view FUNC. button ( 20, 53) D.EFFECTS button ( Remote sensor ( Viewfinder ( Dioptric adjustment lever ( QUICK START button ( Start/Stop button ( DC IN terminal ( Backup battery compartment ( Serial number/ Battery attachment unit ( LCD screen ( Cassette compartment ( Top view...
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Page 12: Wireless Controller Wl-D85
Introduction Wireless Controller WL-D85 START/STOP button ( CARD –/+ buttons* DATE SEARCH buttons ( START/ STOP PHOTO ZOOM button ( button ( CARD PAUSE button ( DATE SEARCH SLOW button ( AUDIO DUB. button ( PLAY ZERO SET MEMORY button ( PHOTO button* STOP Zoom buttons (... -
Page 13: Screen Displays
Screen Displays Recording Movies Zoom ( 28), Exposure Recording program ( White balance ( Image effect ( LCD video light ( Digital effects ( Condensation warning ( Shutter speed ( Self timer ( Playing Movies Exposure adjustment ( Manual focus ( Image stabilizer ( Recording mode ( Tape operation (... - Page 14 Introduction Tape operation Remaining battery charge Note that some playback and search modes are only available when using the wireless controller (not included with all models). Record, Record pause, • When starts flashing in red replace the Stop, Eject, battery pack with a fully charged one. Fast forward, Rewind, •...
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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. Turn off the camcorder. Getting Started Getting Started Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. Press the battery pack lightly and slide it up until it clicks. - Page 16 Preparations • You can also use the compact on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. power adapter without attaching a battery pack. • When the compact power adapter NOTES is connected, even if a battery is • The CHARGE indicator also serves as a attached its power will not be rough estimate of the battery charge consumed.
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Page 17: Installing The Backup Battery
NOTES Installing the Backup Battery The battery life of the backup battery is about one year. flashes in red when The backup battery (lithium button battery the lithium button battery is not installed, CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain or when it needs to be replaced. the date, time ( ) and other camcorder settings while the power... - Page 18 Preparations Accessories O USE THE WIRELESS CONTROLLER Point the controller at the Fasten the grip belt. camcorder’s remote sensor when Adjust the grip belt so that you can you press the buttons. reach the zoom lever with your index You can rotate the LCD panel 180 finger, and the button with Start/Stop...
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Page 19: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder
Basic Operation of the Camcorder Basic Operation of the Joystick and Joystick Guide Camcorder Use the joystick to operate the camcorder's menus. Operating Modes Push the joystick up, down, left or right ) to select an item or change settings. The camcorder’s operating mode is determined by the position of the switch. -
Page 20: Using The Menus
Preparations Select ( ) the desired setting Using the Menus from the available options at the bottom bar. • The selected option will be Many of the camcorder’s functions can highlighted in light blue. Menu be adjusted from the menus that open items not available will appear after pressing the FUNC. - Page 21 FUNC. Press Abbreviation of Menu Selections in this Manual Select ( ) the icon and press ) to open the setup menus. In this manual, the arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. Below is Select ( ) the desired menu from an example of changing a setting using the left side column and press the setup menus.
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Page 22: First Time Settings
Preparations First Time Settings First Time Settings Changing the Time Zone Change the time zone to match your location. The default setting is Paris or Changing the Language Singapore, depending on the region of purchase. The language for on-screen and menu FUNC. -
Page 23: Setting The Date And Time
Getting Ready to Start Recording Getting Ready to Start Setting the Date and Time Recording FUNC. Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen Open the date and time setup screen. Before you start recording, open the FUNC. MENU] lens cover. - Page 24 Preparations the LCD screen simultaneously. LCD Backlight Rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees You can set the brightness of the LCD can be useful in the following cases: screen to normal or bright. • When you wish to include yourself in the picture when recording with the FUNC.
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Page 25: Inserting And Removing A Tape
Inserting and Removing a Tape Use only videocassettes marked with logo. Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and close the cassette compartment cover. IMPORTANT • Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically, or attempt to close the cover before the cassette compartment has fully retracted. -
Page 26: Basic Recording
Video This chapter covers functions related to shooting and playing back movies – from basic recording and zooming to more advanced manual picture adjustments. Move the lens cover switch down Basic Recording Basic Recording to open the lens cover. Holding the lock button pressed down, set the switch to CAMERA. - Page 27 NOTES IMPORTANT • About the recording time: By changing the When recording movies, try to get a calm, recording mode you can change the stable picture. video quality and as a result, also the Excessive camcorder movement while available recording time ( 55).
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Page 28: Zooming: Optical, Advanced And Digital Zoom
Video Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Using the Viewfinder Zoom When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case, change the The camcorder offers three types of brightness of the LCD screen zoom: optical, advanced and digital 24, 57) or use the viewfinder zoom. - Page 29 FUNC. FUNC. MENU] CAMERA SETUP] [ZOOM TYPE] Desired option FUNC. FUNC. MENU] CAMERA SETUP] NOTES [ZOOM SPEED] Desired option • The zoom range of the advanced zoom FUNC. will change depending on the aspect ratio of the scene • The advanced NOTES zoom cannot be selected if [WIDESCREEN] is set to [...
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Page 30: Quick Start Function
Video When you wish to resume Quick Start Function QUICK START recording, press again. Within approx. 1 second, the QUICK START When you press camcorder is ready to record. camcorder enters the standby mode. In standby mode the camcorder NOTES consumes only about half the power used when recording, saving energy •... -
Page 31: Reviewing The Last Scene Recorded
Basic Playback Basic Playback Reviewing the Last Scene Recorded Playing Back Video FOCUS Set the mode switch to If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. Push the joystick ( ) momentarily toward and release it. - Page 32 Video Push the joystick ( ) toward • The sound from the built-in speaker to begin the playback. will be muted when you close the LCD panel or while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to URING PLAYBACK the AV terminal. •...
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Page 33: Returning To A Pre-Marked Position
Returning to a Pre-marked Position Locating the Beginning of a Recording Date If you wish to return to a particular scene later, mark the point with the zero You can locate the change of the date/ set memory and the tape will stop at time zone with the date search function. -
Page 34: Locating The End Of The Last Scene
Video Locating the End of the Last Scene On-Screen Displays (Data Code) After playing back a tape, use this The camcorder keeps a data code function to locate the end of the last containing the date and time of scene recorded in order to continue recording. -
Page 35: Advanced Function
Advanced Function NOTES Advanced Functions • Do not set the mode switch to during the actual recording of a scene; the brightness of the picture may change abruptly. : Special Scene Recording Programs • [ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/ BEACH]/[ SNOW] - The picture may not appear smooth Recording in a very bright ski resort or during playback. - Page 36 Video PROGRAM AE] BEACH] The camcorder Use this mode to sets the aperture record on a sunny and shutter beach. It prevents speed. the subject from being underexposed. PORTRAIT] SUNSET] The camcorder Use this mode to uses a large record sunsets in aperture, achieving vibrant colors.
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Page 37: Flexible Recording: Changing The Shutter Speed
Shutter speed guidelines Flexible Recording: Changing the Note that on screen only the Shutter Speed denominator is displayed – [ 250] indicates a shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc. Use the automatic exposure (AE) program to use functions like the white 1/50 balance or image effects, or to select the shutter speed. -
Page 38: Lcd Video Light
Video LCD Video Light Self Timer You can use the LCD video light to record in completely dark places. For a brighter picture, we recommend keeping a distance of about 20 cm - POINTS TO CHECK 60 cm from the subject and/or using the [ NIGHT] recording program. -
Page 39: Audio Recording Mode
BOUT THE WIND SCREEN Audio Recording Mode The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind (only You can change the quality of the audio while using the built-in microphone). recording. You can turn the wind screen off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible ( 56). -
Page 40: Audio Playback Modes
Video Selecting the Audio Track on a Tape with Audio Playback Modes Dubbed Audio You can select the audio track to play Selecting the Audio Channel back when playing back a tape that has a dubbed audio track (Stereo 2) in You can select the audio channel to addition to the original recorded audio play back when playing back a tape... -
Page 41: Manual Focus Adjustment
• Pushing the joystick ( ) toward Manual Focus Adjustment [FOCUS] again will return the camcorder to autofocus. Push the joystick ( ) toward Autofocus may not work well on the [BACK] to save the focus following subjects. In such case, focus adjustment. -
Page 42: Manual Exposure Adjustment
Video Push the joystick ( ) toward Manual Exposure Adjustment [BACK] to lock and save the exposure setting. If you operate the zoom during At times, backlit subjects may appear exposure lock, the brightness of the too dark (underexposed) or subjects image may change. -
Page 43: Image Effects
Image Effects FUNC. You can use the image effects to FUNC. change the color saturation and AUTO] Desired option* contrast to record images with special FUNC. color effects. * When you select [ SET], do not press FUNC. and continue instead with the procedure below. -
Page 44: Digital Effects
Video Setting Digital Effects FUNC. FUNC. D.EFFECT OFF] POINTS TO CHECK Desired option* Mode switch: FUNC. * While making the selection, you can Options Default value preview the effect on the screen. ** The icon of the selected effect appears. D.EFFECT OFF] Applying Select this setting when you do not intend to... - Page 45 NOTES D.EFFECTS • When you apply a fader, not only the Press picture but also the sound will fade in or : ...while recording, then out. When you apply an effect, the press to fade out and pause Start/Stop sound will be recorded normally. the recording.
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Page 46: Connecting To A Tv Or Vcr
External Connections This chapter explains step-by-step how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer. Connecting to a TV or VCR Connecting to a TV or VCR AV Terminal Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder. -
Page 47: Connection Diagrams
Connection Diagrams Turn off all the devices when making the connections and refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. Terminal on the Terminal on the Connecting Cable Camcorder Connected Device Output connection (signal flow ) to a TV or VCR with AV Terminals. VIDEO Yellow AUDIO... -
Page 48: Playback On A Tv Screen
External Connections Playback on a TV Screen Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder The quality of the playback picture will vary depending on the connected TV You can copy your recordings by and the type of connection used. connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. -
Page 49: Audio Dubbing
Connected device: Begin Audio Dubbing recording when the scene you wish to copy appears. Stop recording when copying is You can add sound to a recording using complete. the built-in or an external microphone. This camcorder: Stop playback. NOTES POINTS TO CHECK •... - Page 50 External Connections STOP Press to stop dubbing. IMPORTANT • Audio dubbing will stop if the tape has a blank section or a section recorded in LP mode or [ 16bit] audio. • The quality of the dubbed sound will not be as good when dubbing audio to a tape that was not recorded with this camcorder or after having dubbed audio...
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Page 51: Connecting To A Computer
Connecting to a Computer Connecting to a Computer DV Terminal • Check the type and orientation of the terminal and make sure you connect the DV cable properly. • Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin-4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin-6 pin) DV cable. Open the LCD panel to access. -
Page 52: Transferring Video Recordings
External Connections IMPORTANT Transferring Video Recordings • The video transfer may not work correctly depending on the software and You can transfer recordings to a the specifications/settings of your computer using the DV terminal. computer. • If the computer freezes while the Equipment and System Requirements camcorder is connected to it, •... -
Page 53: Appendix: Menu Options Lists
Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information. Appendix: Menu Options Lists Appendix: Menu Options Lists Menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus ( 20). -
Page 54: Setup Menus
Additional Information Setup Menus Camera Setup (Advanced Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) CAMERA SETUP CAMERA Menu item Setting options AUTO], [1/50], [1/120], [1/250], [SHUTTER] [1/500], [1/1000], [1/2000] [A.SL SHUTTER] ON], [ OFF] – [ZOOM TYPE] OPTICAL], [ ADVANCED], [ DIGITAL] OPTICAL], [ ADVANCED], [ DIGITAL] OPTICAL], [... -
Page 55: Vcr Setup (Recording Mode, Tv Type, Etc.)
• Since the screens on the camcorder have an aspect ratio of 16:9, recordings with a 4:3 aspect ratio will appear in the center of the screen with black sidebars. • Playing back a widescreen recording: TV sets compatible with the WSS system will automatically switch to wide (16:9) mode. -
Page 56: Display Setup (Lcd Brightness, Language, Etc.)
Additional Information [WIND SCREEN]: The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind when recording outdoors (only while using the built-in microphone). • The wind screen cannot be turned off when the mode switch is set to [MIX BALANCE]: When [12bit AUDIO] is set to [ MIX/VAR.], adjust ( ) the sound balance with the joystick. -
Page 57: System Setup (Beep, Power Save, Etc.)
[BRIGHTNESS]: Adjust ( ) the brightness of the LCD display with the joystick. • Changing the brightness of the LCD display does not affect that of the viewfinder or the recordings. [TV SCREEN]: When set to [ ON], the camcorder’s on-screen displays will appear also on the screen of a connected TV or monitor. -
Page 58: Date/Time Setup
Additional Information [POWER SAVE]: 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”... -
Page 59: Troubleshooting
- Use the compact power adapter. The charge indicator flashes rapidly. (one flash at 0.5-second intervals) Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Consult a Canon Service Center. (two quick flashes at 1-second intervals) Battery pack at least 50% charged ( 16). - Page 60 Additional Information flashes on the screen. - Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack ( 15). flashes on the screen. - Condensation is detected. Refer to Condensation ( 66). “REMOVE THE CASSETTE” appears on the screen. - Remove the cassette and reinsert it ( 25).
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Page 61: List Of Messages
Playback During playback there is video noise. - Video heads are dirty. Clean the video heads ( Playback does not start. - Load a cassette ( 25). - Set the camcorder to 31). - Tape reached the end (“ END” appears on the screen). Rewind the tape ( 25). - Page 62 Additional Information INCORRECT TAPE SPECIFICATION PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED - You attempted to play back a tape recorded in a different television system (NTSC) or in a recording standard not supported by this camcorder. REMOVE THE CASSETTE - Camcorder stopped operating to protect the tape. Remove the cassette and reinsert it ( 25).
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Page 63: Handling Precautions
Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions Battery Pack DANGER! Camcorder Treat the battery pack with care. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not carry the camcorder by the • Do not expose the battery pack to LCD panel. - Page 64 Additional Information • Although the battery pack’s operating • Do not use spliced tapes or temperature range is from 0 °C to nonstandard cassettes as they may 40 °C, the optimal range is from damage the camcorder. 10 °C to 30 °C. At cold temperatures, •...
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Page 65: Maintenance/Others
Maintenance/Others Lithium Button Battery WARNING! • The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard Storage if mishandled. • Do not disassemble, modify, immerse in water, heat above 100 °C or If you do not intend to use the incinerate the battery. - Page 66 Additional Information HEN CONDENSATION IS DETECTED Condensation • The camcorder automatically shuts off, the warning message Moving the camcorder rapidly between “CONDENSATION HAS BEEN hot and cold temperatures may cause DETECTED” appears for approx. condensation (water droplets) to form 4 seconds and starts flashing.
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Page 67: Using The Camcorder Abroad
Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, with power supply between 100 and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult the Canon Service Center for information on plug Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, adapters for overseas use. -
Page 68: System Diagram
Additional Information General Information System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) CBC-NB2 WS-20 Wrist Strap Car Battery Charger SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap NB-2LH, BP-2L5*, CB-2LWE BP-2L14 Battery Pack Battery Charger MiniDV videocassette CA-590E Compact Power Adapter WL-85 SCART adapter Wireless Controller STV-250N Stereo Video Cable CV-150F/CV-250F... -
Page 69: 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 and/or explosion of a battery pack). - Page 70 Additional Information Recording and Playback Times The recording and playback times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to recording mode and charging, recording or playback conditions. The effective usage time of the battery pack may decrease when recording in cold surroundings, when using the brighter screen settings, etc.
- Page 71 SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case 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 accessories or products bearing the same mark.
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Page 72: Specifications
Additional Information Specifications MD245/MD225 System Video Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system), digital component recording Audio Recording System PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48 kHz/2 channels); 12 bit (32 kHz) Television System CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) PAL color signal Image Sensor 1/6-inch CCD,... - Page 73 Lens f=2.6–96.2 mm, F/2.0–5.2, 37x power zoom 35 mm equivalent (all figures are approximate values) 16:9 Movies (advanced zoom) 41.7–1,877 mm (other zoom types) 47.1–1,743 mm 4:3 Movies (advanced zoom) 44.6–2,052 mm (other zoom types) 44.6–1,650 mm 35 mm equivalent (all figures are approximate values) 16:9 Movies (advanced zoom) 40.5–1,676 mm (other zoom types)
- Page 74 Additional Information Power/Others Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter) Power consumption 2.4 W (viewfinder), 2.5 W (LCD screen, normal brightness) 2.2 W (viewfinder), 2.3 W (LCD screen, normal brightness) Operating temperature 0 – 40 °C Dimensions (W x H x D) 68 x 82 x 127 mm excluding the grip belt Weight (camcorder body only)
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Page 75: Index
Index EASY (recording program) ..27 End search ..... . 34 Error messages . - Page 76 Additional Information Onscreen display selection ..34 Video heads, cleaning ....2 Videocassettes ....25, 64 Viewfinder .
- Page 77 P.O. Box 2262, 1180 EG Amstelveen, The Netherlands Canon UK Ltd. CCI Service Centre, Unit 130 Centennial Park, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3SE, England Telephone 0870-241-2161 Canon Australia Pty. Ltd. Info-Line: 131383 www.canon.com.au Canon New Zealand Ltd. Customer Care: (09) 489 0470 www.canon.co.nz...