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Digital Video Camcorder

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB. DIM-863 Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual English Caméscope numérique Manuel d’instruction Français Videocámara digital Manual de Instrucciones Español NTSC Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. Digital Video Camcorder, FS11 A/FS10 A/FS100 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word magnetic radiation. They may cause “apparatus” or “product” refers to the Canon picture interference, or permanently Digital Video Camcorder FS11 A/FS10 A/ damage the camera. FS100 A and all its accessories.
  • Page 4 The adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For areas where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter. Contact your nearest Canon Service Center for further information.

  • Page 5: Getting To Know The Camcorder

    Getting to Know the Camcorder What is so special about recording on flash memory? Your videos and photos are recorded in the built-in memory ( only) or on a memory card (SD or SDHC card). Recording on flash memory means that there are no moving parts in the recorder unit of the camcorder.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction ______________________________ Getting to Know the Camcorder About this Manual Overview Supplied Accessories Components Guide Screen Displays Preparations _____________________________ Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Preparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Button:...
  • Page 7 Table of contents Video ____________________________________ Basic Recording Shooting Video Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom Quick Start Function Reviewing and Deleting the Last Scene Recorded Basic Playback Playing Back the Video Special Playback Modes Selecting Scenes by Recording Date Selecting the Playback Starting Point from the Movie Timeline Deleting Scenes...
  • Page 8 Photos __________________________________ Basic Recording Taking Photos Selecting Photo Size and Quality Erasing a Photo Right After Recording It Basic Playback Viewing Photos Magnifying Photos during Playback Erasing Photos Additional Functions Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing Histogram Display Protecting Photos Copying Photos Other Functions You Can Use when Taking Photos Printing Photos...
  • Page 9 Table of contents Additional Information ______________________ Appendix: Menu Options Lists FUNC. Menu Setup Menus Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) Memory Operations (Initialization, etc.) Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) System Setup (Speaker Volume, Beep, etc.) Date/Time Setup Trouble? Troubleshooting List of Messages Do’s and Don’ts...

  • Page 10: About This Manual

    Introduction About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon FS11/FS10/FS100. 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 ( 82). Conventions Used in this Manual •...
  • Page 11 Register your product online at www.registercanon.com 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 12: Overview

    Introduction Overview Supplied Accessories CA-590 Compact Power BP-808 Battery Pack Adapter Lithium Button Battery WL-D88 Wireless Controller CR2025 for Wireless Controller STV-250N Stereo Video Cable IFC-400PCU USB Cable Yellow • Red • White plugs Software CD-ROM* and Installation Guide PIXELA ImageMixer 3 SE WS-30 Wrist Strap For saving, managing, editing and playing back...

  • Page 13: Components Guide

    Components Guide Left side view RESET button ( button ( 24)/ (print/share) button ( 63, 72) DISP. (on-screen display) button 49, 60)/ BATT. INFO button ( USB terminal ( AV OUT terminal (yellow) ( MIC terminal (red) ( Speaker ( Strap mount ( ACCESS (memory access) indicator 32, 54)/...
  • Page 14 Introduction Remote sensor ( Back view LCD screen ( Mode dial ( Start/Stop button ( (stop) button ( 36)/ BLC (backlight correction) button ( (fast forward) button ( 36)/ Zoom in T (telephoto) button ( (fast reverse) button ( 36)/ Zoom out W (wide-angle) button ( (play/pause) button ( 36)/...
  • Page 15 Wireless Controller WL-D88 START/STOP button ( FUNC. button ( 26, 75) MENU button ( 26, 76) PLAYLIST button ( Navigation buttons ( (frame reverse) button ( (fast reverse) button ( (play) button ( (pause) button ( (stop) button ( PHOTO button ( Zoom buttons ( SET button (frame advance) button (...

  • Page 16: Screen Displays

    Introduction Screen Displays Recording Movies Operating mode ( Recording program ( 42, 43) White balance ( Image effect ( Digital effect ( Recording mode ( Remote sensor off ( Manual focus ( Memory operation ( Time code/Playback time Playing Movies (hours : minutes : seconds) (During Playback) Remaining recording time...
  • Page 17 Recording Still Images Zoom ( 33), Exposure Recording program ( 42, 43) White balance ( Image effect ( Digital effect ( Drive mode ( Still image quality/size ( Manual focus ( Remaining battery time ( Number of still images available ( Viewing Still Images On the memory card In the built-in memory...
  • Page 18 Introduction Memory operation • Depending on the conditions under which the Record, Record pause, camcorder and the battery pack are used, the Playback, Playback pause, actual battery charge may not be indicated Fast playback, accurately. BATT.INFO Fast reverse playback, • When the camcorder is off, press Slow playback, to display the charge status of a battery pack.

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcorder. Close the cover and slide it toward Getting Started the lens until you hear a click. CHG (charge) indicator DC IN terminal Charging the Battery Pack...

  • Page 20: Preparing The Wireless Controller And Accessories

    Preparations voltage converters for overseas travels O REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK or special power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. NOTES • If remaining battery time is an issue, you can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will not be consumed.
  • Page 21 Accessories Press the tab in the direction of the arrow and pull out the battery holder. Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up. Insert the battery holder. O USE THE WIRELESS CONTROLLER Fasten the grip belt. •...

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Position And Brightness Of The Lcd Screen

    Preparations You can also remove the grip belt and O ATTACH A WRIST STRAP attach the shoulder strap directly to the rear bracket on the camcorder. O REATTACH THE GRIP BELT 1 Pass the end of the strap through the rear bracket on the camcorder.
  • Page 23 LCD Backlight - To allow the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller from the You can set the brightness of the front. screen to normal or bright. 180° 90° While the camcorder is on, hold DISP. pressed down for more than 2 seconds.

  • Page 24: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder

    Preparations camcorder settings, and flexible Basic Operation of the recording mode, which lets you Camcorder change the camcorder's settings to your preference. Operating Modes The camcorder's operating mode is determined by the position of the mode dial. In this manual, indicates that a function is available in the operating mode shown and...

  • Page 25: Joystick And Joystick Guide

    change settings to your preference. The joystick can also be used in Even in flexible recording mode, the combination with the joystick guide to camcorder can help you with the operate additional functions. Press settings. For example, you can use the to display/hide the joystick guide.
  • Page 26 Preparations Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option in Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus Recording Mode FUNC. Press FUNC. Press Select ( ) the icon and Select ( ) the icon of the press to open the setup function you want to change from menus.

  • Page 27: First Time Settings

    Select ( ) the desired option and First Time Settings press to save the setting. FUNC. Press FUNC. You can press to close the menu at any time. Setting the Date and Time Abbreviation of Menu Selections in this Manual You will need to set the date and time of In this manual, the arrow is used to...

  • Page 28: Changing The Language

    Preparations • The date appears in a year-month-day NOTES format only in the first setup screen. In subsequent screen displays the date • If you changed the language by mistake, and time will appear as month-day-year follow the mark next to the menu (for example, [JAN.

  • Page 29: Using A Memory Card

    camcorder) are backward compatible Using a Memory Card and support regular SD memory cards. • About the SD Speed Class: The SD Speed Class is a standard that indicates the minimum guaranteed data transfer speed of SD/SDHC memory cards. Recommended Memory Cards When you buy a new memory card, look for the Speed Class logo on the package.

  • Page 30: Selecting The Memory For The Recordings

    Preparations Slide the memory card slot cover away from the lens and open it. Insert the memory card straight, FUNC. with the label facing away from the lens, all the way into the memory card slot until it clicks. Close the cover and slide it toward O CHANGE THE MEDIA FOR RECORDING the lens until you hear a click.
  • Page 31 Options • While the initialization is in progress, do not disconnect the power source or turn [INITIALIZE] off the camcorder. Clears the file allocation table but does not physically erase the stored data. [COMPL.INIT.] Erases all data completely. FUNC. FUNC. MENU] MEMORY OPER.] [INITIALIZE]...

  • Page 32: Basic Recording

    Video This chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including recording, playback, menu options, and memory operations. HEN YOU HAVE FINISHED RECORDING Basic Recording 1 Make sure that the ACCESS indicator is off. 2 Turn off the camcorder. Shooting Video 3 Close the LCD panel.

  • Page 33: Selecting The Video Quality (Recording Mode

    NOTES Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) • The camcorder uses a variable bit rate (VBR) to encode video so the actual recording times will vary depending on The camcorder offers 3 recording the content of the scenes. modes. Changing the recording mode •...

  • Page 34: Selecting The Zoom Type

    Video Selecting the Zoom Type • The zoom range of the advanced zoom will change depending on the aspect ratio of the scene [WIDESCREEN] set to [ ON] (16:9) Options Default value 48x* OPTICAL] (37x) * The picture angle will be wider at both full telephoto and full wide-angle.

  • Page 35: Quick Start Function

    Within less than 1 second, the NOTES indicator will return to green and the camcorder will be ready to • Keep at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from the record. subject. At full wide angle, you can focus on a subject as close as 1 cm (0.39 in.).

  • Page 36: Basic Playback

    Video Basic Playback Press to display the joystick Playing Back the Video guide. does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ) toward [NEXT] to display it. Push the joystick ( ) toward The camcorder plays back the last scene (but without sound) and returns to record pause mode.
  • Page 37 • Press to stop the playback IMPORTANT and return to the scene index screen. • Observe the following precautions while ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent O SELECT WHICH SCENES TO PLAY BACK data loss.

  • Page 38: Special Playback Modes

    Video 2 Adjust ( ) the volume. DJUSTING THE OLUME • To turn off the volume, keep the joystick pressed ( ) toward until the volume icon changes to • You can press again to hide the joystick guide during playback. 1 Press to display the joystick guide.

  • Page 39: Selecting Scenes By Recording Date

    Change the other fields in the Selecting Scenes by Recording Date same way to select the desired date and press The index screen will appear with the You can search for all the recordings selection frame on the first scene you made on a particular date, for recorded on the selected date.

  • Page 40: Selecting The Playback Starting Point From The Movie Timeline

    Video DISP. Press to return to the index • Press again to return to the screen. index screen. The orange selection frame will Interval between frames appear on the first scene recorded Recording date and time on the selected date. Scene length Current scene / Total number of scenes NOTES...

  • Page 41: Deleting Scenes

    Deleting All Scenes Deleting Scenes Select in advance the memory from which you want to delete scenes ( 30). You can delete original scenes that you are not interested in keeping. Deleting FUNC. scenes also allows you to free up space MENU] on the memory.

  • Page 42: Advanced Functions

    Video • [ FIREWORKS] Advanced Functions - To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod. Make sure to use a tripod especially in mode, as the shutter speed slows down. Special Scene Recording Programs • [ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/ BEACH]/[ SNOW] - The picture may not appear smooth Recording in a very bright ski resort or...

  • Page 43: Controlling Shutter Speed And Other Functions While Shooting

    PORTRAIT] BEACH] The camcorder uses Use this mode to a large aperture, record on a sunny achieving a focus on beach. It prevents the subject while the subject from blurring other distracting details. being underexposed. SPORTS] SUNSET] Use this mode to Use this mode to record sports record sunsets in...

  • Page 44: Mini Video Light

    Video FUNC. NOTES PROGRAM AE] Desired SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] recording program - When setting the shutter speed, the FUNC. number display will flash if the value is not appropriate for the recording O SET THE SHUTTER SPEED conditions. In such case, select a different value.

  • Page 45: Self Timer

    Self Timer Automatic Backlight Correction and Manual Exposure Adjustment At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under very strong lights may appear too FUNC. bright or glaring (overexposed). To correct this, you can manually adjust the exposure or use the automatic FUNC.
  • Page 46 Video Manual Exposure Adjustment Manual Focus Adjustment Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. Press to display the joystick • Reflective surfaces guide. • Subjects with low contrast or without If [EXP] does not appear on the vertical lines joystick guide, repeatedly push the •...

  • Page 47: White Balance

    Options • During focus lock, press Default value push the joystick ( ) toward AUTO] [FOCUS] again to return the camcorder to autofocus. Settings are automatically set by the camcorder. Use this setting for outdoor scenes. Infinity Focus DAYLIGHT] Use this function when you wish to For recording outdoors on a bright day.

  • Page 48: Image Effects

    Video NEUTRAL] NOTES Tones down the contrast and color saturation. • When you select the custom white balance: - Set the custom white balance in a SOFT SKIN DETAIL] sufficiently illuminated place. Softens the details in the skin tone area for a - Select a zoom type other than more complimentary appearance.

  • Page 49: On-Screen Displays And Data Code

    ART], [ MOSAIC] Select one of these digital effects to add “flavor” Activate the selected fader in record to your recordings. Start/Stop pause mode ( ), then press * Only these digital effects are available in to start recording with a fade in. mode.

  • Page 50: Using An External Microphone

    Video still image, all the data is displayed in Using an External Microphone the form of information icons. During movie playback you can select what to display with the [DATA CODE] setting You can attach a commercially available 79). You can also turn most on- microphone for recording movies.

  • Page 51: Managing Scenes And The Memory

    NOTES Managing Scenes and the Memory When an external microphone is connected to the camcorder, [WIND SCREEN] will automatically be set to [ Creating a Playlist Create a playlist to play back only the scenes you prefer and in the order of your choice.

  • Page 52: Deleting Scenes From The Playlist

    Video Deleting the Entire Playlist screen. Refer to To select which scenes to play back ( 37). FUNC. MENU] NOTES MEMORY OPER.] [DEL.PLAYLIST] • The playlist is created on the same memory you are playing back [YES] from. Select in advance the location of FUNC.

  • Page 53: Copying Scenes

    or a scene recorded on the date NOTES you want to copy. You may not be able to move scenes in Copy the scene(s). the playlist if there is not enough space FUNC. COPY] available in the memory. Desired option* [YES]** [OK] FUNC.
  • Page 54 Photos Refer to this chapter for details on shooting photos – from capturing and playing back images to printing them. PHOTO Press fully. Basic Recording The ACCESS indicator will flash as the still image is being recorded. IMPORTANT Taking Photos Observe the following precautions while ACCESS indicator is on or flashing.
  • Page 55 Options NOTES Image size options and the approximate number of still images that can be • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you set the camcorder to recorded on memory cards of various mode. sizes are given in the table below. •...
  • Page 56 Photos Basic Playback Erasing a Photo Right After Recording It You can erase the still image recorded last while reviewing it within the time set Viewing Photos for the [REVIEW] option or immediately after recording it, if [REVIEW] is set to OFF].
  • Page 57 Index Screen Push the joystick ( ) toward Move the zoom lever toward W. The still images index screen appears. Select ( ) an image. Select ( JUMP 10 • Move the orange selection frame IMAGES] or [ JUMP 100 to the image you want to view.
  • Page 58 Photos POINTS TO CHECK Magnifying Photos during Playback Select in advance the memory from which you want to erase During playback, still images can be the still images ( 57). magnified up to 5 times. Erasing a Single Image Press to display the joystick guide.

  • Page 59: Additional Functions

    Options Default value Additional Functions SINGLE] Records a single still image. CONT.SHOOT.] (Continuous Shooting), Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and HISPEED CONT.SHOOT. ] Exposure Bracketing (High-Speed Continuous Shooting) Captures a series of still images as long as you hold pressed down. For the number of PHOTO Take a series of pictures of a moving shots per second, refer to the sidebar on page 59.
  • Page 60 Photos ONTINUOUS HOOTING PEED ONTINUOUS HOOTING PHOTO 1 Press halfway to activate the autofocus. Shadows Highlights PHOTO 2 Press fully and hold it pressed down. NOTES A series of still images will be recorded as long as you hold the The histogram will appear also after button pressed.
  • Page 61 Copying Images from the Index Screen Repeat steps 2-3 to protect additional images or press FUNC. twice to close the menu. Options [ALL IMAGES] IMPORTANT Copies all the still images. Initializing the memory ( 30) will [ONE IMAGE] permanently erase all recordings, including protected still images.

  • Page 62: Printing Photos

    The way to set and use them was Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the already explained in detail, so we refer CP, DS and ES series and PIXMA you to the relevant page in the “Video”...
  • Page 63 • If the still image index screen is • For best performance, we recommend keeping the number of images on the displayed, move the zoom lever memory card under 100. toward T to display a single image. • Disconnect the USB cable before •...
  • Page 64 Image Optimize function. Select [ON], [OFF] or Select ( ) [PRINT] and [DEFAULT]. press Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS printers: You can • Printing starts. The print settings also select [VIVID], [NR] and [VIVID+NR]. menu disappears when the ] (Number of copies) printing is completed.
  • Page 65 998 still images. Printing multiple images on the same sheet [2-UP], [4-UP], etc. When using Canon printers you can print the same still image multiple times on the same sheet of paper. Use the following table as a guideline for the recommended number of copies depending on the [ PAPER SIZE] setting.
  • Page 66 Photos Selecting Still Images for Printing Open the print settings menu. FUNC. (Print Order) MENU] PRINT] • The print settings menu appears. POINTS TO CHECK • If there are no still images marked with print orders, [SET PRINT Set the print orders before connecting ORDER] appears.

  • Page 67: 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 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 68 External Connections Playback on a TV Screen Saving and Backing Up Your Recordings Connect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy Backing Up Your Recordings on a your recordings with family and friends. Computer Turn off the camcorder and the TV. Movies recorded with this camcorder are saved on the memory card or in the Connect the camcorder to the TV.
  • Page 69 Saving your Recordings without a Refer to this section along with the relevant sections in the instruction Computer manual of the DW-100. If you prefer to save your recordings without having to use a computer, you can use the optional DW-100 DVD Options for creating DVD discs Burner to create DVD discs of your movies and Photo DVDs of your still...
  • Page 70 External Connections Select the scenes or still images you want to add to the disc. FUNC. MENU] SYSTEM SETUP] [ADD TO DISC] Desired option FUNC. Press the start button on the DVD Connecting to the DVD Burner and burner. Creating a Disc •...
  • Page 71 DVD players and computers that meet Copying your Recordings to an External the following requirements: Video Recorder • Compatible with the discs you created (DVD-R/DVD-R DL/DVD-RW discs) You can copy your recordings by • Compatible with DVD-Video connecting the camcorder to a VCR or specifications a digital video device.
  • Page 72 External Connections • The direct transfer menu appears Transferring Photos to a Computer on the camcorder screen and the (Direct Transfer) button lights up. IRST TIME CONNECTION TO A COMPUTER With the software supplied on the RUNNING INDOWS DIGITAL VIDEO Solution Disk CD- ROM you can transfer still images to a computer simply by pressing Windows users only: The first time you...
  • Page 73 TRANSFER ORDERS] NOTES Transfers still images marked with transfer • We recommend powering the camcorder orders ( 74). using the compact power adapter. • Refer also to the computer’s instruction Manual Transfer Options manual. You can select the still image(s) to •...
  • Page 74 External Connections ANUAL TRANSFER OPTIONS 1 Select ( ) a transfer option and press Open the image selection screen. 2 Select ( ) the image you wish to FUNC. TRANSFER ORDER] transfer and press appears on the screen. • [ SELECT &...

  • Page 75: Additional Information

    Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information. Appendix: 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 25).
  • Page 76 Additional Information FUNC. Menu (Playback Modes) Menu item Setting options Original movies: – [COPY] [ALL SCENES], [ALL SCENES (THIS DATE)], [ONE SCENE], [CANCEL] Scenes in the playlist: – [NO], [YES] While displaying a single still image: – [NO], [YES] From the index screen: –...
  • Page 77 Menu item Setting options [REVIEW] OFF], [ 2 sec], [ 4 sec], – – 6 sec], [ 8 sec], [ 10 sec] ADVANCED] when [WIDESCREEN] is set to [ OFF]. Option available only when the recording program is set to [ PROGRAM AE].
  • Page 78 Additional Information [WIND SCREEN]: The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind when recording outdoors. • Some low-frequency sounds will be suppressed along with the sound of wind. When recording in surroundings unaffected by wind or if you want to record low-frequency sounds, we recommend setting the wind screen to [ [REVIEW]: Selects the time to display a still image after it has been recorded to the memory.
  • Page 79 Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) DISPLAY SETUP Menu item Setting options [BRIGHTNESS] – [AUDIO LEVEL] ON], [ OFF] – – – – [TV SCREEN] ON], [ OFF] – – – [DATA CODE] DATE], [ TIME], – – – – DATE &...
  • Page 80 Additional Information [START WEEK]: Select the day on which the week starts for the calendar display ( 39). [DEMO MODE]: The demonstration mode displays the camcorder's main features. It starts automatically when the camcorder is powered with the compact power adapter if you leave it turned on for more than 5 minutes.
  • Page 81 [QUICK START]: Select whether to activate the Quick Start function when you close the LCD panel in a recording mode ( 35) and the length of time after which the camcorder will end the standby mode and shut off automatically. [SPEAKER VOL.]: Adjust ( ) the volume of the playback.

  • Page 82: 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...
  • Page 83 Recording Pressing Start/Stop will not start recording. - You cannot record while the camcorder is writing previous recording onto the memory (while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing). - The memory is full or it already contains 999 scenes (the maximum number of scenes). Delete some recordings ( 41, 58) or initialize the memory ( 30) to free some space.
  • Page 84 The CHG (charge) indicator flashes rapidly while the camcorder is charging. (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. The CHG (charge) indicator flashes very slowly while the camcorder is charging.
  • Page 85 The picture is displayed correctly but there is no sound from the built-in speaker. - Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume ( 38). - If the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder, disconnect it. Memory Card and Accessories Cannot insert the memory card.
  • Page 86 - The data transfer rate was too high for the memory card in use and the recording was stopped. Replace the memory card with one rated Speed Class 2 or higher. BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR - The built-in memory could not be read. This may indicate a problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. BUILT-IN MEMORY FULL - The built-in memory is full ([ END] appears on the screen).
  • Page 87 CANNOT PLAY BACK CHECK THE CARD - There is a problem with the memory card. CANNOT PLAY THE MOVIES IN THE BUILT-IN MEMORY INITIALIZE USING ONLY THE CAMCORDER - The camcorder's built-in memory was initialized using a computer. Initialize the built-in memory with this camcorder ( 30).
  • Page 88 Additional Information CHECK THE CARD - Cannot access the memory card. Check the memory card and make sure it is inserted correctly ( 29). - A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record or display the image. - If after the message disappears, appears in red, perform the following: Turn off the camcorder and remove and reinsert the memory card.
  • Page 89 READING THE CARD - Reading data from the memory card. SOME SCENES COULD NOT BE DELETED - Movies that were protected/edited with other devices cannot be deleted. TASK IN PROGRESS DO NOT DISCONNECT THE POWER SOURCE - The camcorder is updating the memory. Do not disconnect the compact power adapter or remove the battery pack.
  • Page 90 Additional Information CLOSE THE MEMORY CARD SLOT COVER - The memory card slot cover is open. Close the cover after correctly inserting the memory card ( 29). CONNECT THE COMPACT POWER ADAPTER - The camcorder is being powered by the battery pack. Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder. DISC ACCESS FAILURE CHECK THE DISC - There was an error when reading the disc or attempting to write onto it.
  • Page 91 - The paper settings of the camcorder conflict with the printer’s settings. INK ABSORBER FULL - Select [CONTINUE] to resume printing. Consult a Canon Service Center (refer to the list included with the printer) to replace the ink absorber. INK ERROR - There is a problem with the ink.
  • Page 92 - Close the printer cover securely. PRINTER ERROR - A malfunction has occurred that may require repairs. (Canon PIXMA printers: the printer's green power lamp and orange error lamp flash alternately.) - Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer. Unplug the printer's power cord from the power outlet and contact the appropriate customer support center or service center.

  • Page 93: Handling Precautions

    5.5 mm (0.2 in.). Using other tripods damage and create more free space may damage the camcorder. on the memory. Canon shall not be liable for any data loss. 5.5 mm • Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel.
  • Page 94 • Do not drop it or subject it to shocks. CG-800 Battery Charger. • Do not get it wet. • If you use with the camcorder battery packs that are not genuine Canon • Attach the terminal cover whenever a battery packs, will appear and battery pack is not in use.
  • Page 95 • Do not disassemble, bend, drop, or Lithium Button Battery subject memory cards to shocks and do not expose them to water. • Check the direction before inserting the memory card. Forcing a memory WARNING! card into the slot if it is not correctly •...
  • Page 96 Additional Information Maintenance/Others Disposal When you delete movies or initialize the built-in memory ( only) or Cleaning memory card, only the file allocation table is altered and stored data is not physically erased. Take the necessary Camcorder Body precautions when you dispose of the •...
  • Page 97 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...

  • Page 98: System Diagram

    Additional Information General Information System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap WS-30 Wrist Strap VCR/DVD recorder WL-D88 Wireless Controller CG-800 DW-100 DVD Burner STV-250N Battery Charger Stereo Video Cable DVD discs BP-808 Battery Pack IFC-400PCU USB Cable CA-590 Compact Power Adapter PictBridge-...

  • Page 99: 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 100 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. Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
  • Page 101 Product Codes Provided Accessories CA-590 Compact Power Adapter 1887B002AA BP-808 Battery Pack 2740B002AA WL-D88 Wireless Controller D83-0770-000 STV-250N Stereo Video Cable 3067A002AA (D82-0590-002) IFC-400PCU USB Cable 9370A001AA WS-30 Wrist Strap D81-1530-000 Optional Accessories CG-800 Battery Charger 2590B002AA SS-650 Shoulder Strap 3123A001AA SS-600 Shoulder Strap 3122A001AA...

  • Page 102: Specifications

    Additional Information Specifications FS11/FS10/FS100 System Recording System Movies: SD-Video Video compression: MPEG-2 Audio compression: Dolby Digital 2ch (AC-3) Still images: DCF (Design rule for camera system), compatible with Exif Ver. 2.2 and with DPOF Still image compression: JPEG (Super Fine, Fine, Normal)
  • Page 103 Recommended Illumination More than 100 lx Image Stabilization Electronic Size of Still Images 1152 x 864, 1152 x 648, 640 x 480 pixels This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between camcorders and printers.
  • Page 104 Additional Information 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 (32 - 104 °F) Battery capacity 890 mAh Dimensions 30.7 × 23.3 × 40.2 mm (1.2 × 0.9 × 1.6 in.) Weight 46 g (1.6 oz.) Weight and dimensions are approximate.
  • Page 105 Deleting/Erasing Index Movies ....35, 41, 52 Still images ....56, 58 Digital effects .
  • Page 106 Additional Information Memory card ..... 94 MIC terminal ..... 50 Screen icons .
  • Page 107 Zoom Advanced zoom ....33 Zoom speed ....33, 76 Zoom type ....34 Trademark Acknowledgements •...
  • Page 108 B) If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries, sand, dirt or water damage; C) If defects or damages are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or by service other than by Canon USA's factory service centers or authorized service facilities;...
  • Page 109 Equipment is warranted under normal, non-commercial, personal use, against defective materials or workmanship as follows: Parts: Defective parts will be exchanged for new parts or, at Canon Canada’s option, comparable rebuilt parts for a period of one year from the date of original purchase, except Video Heads which will be exchanged for a period of 3 months from the date of purchase.
  • Page 110 15955 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA CANON U.S.A., INC. HONOLULU OFFICE 210 Ward Avenue, Suite 200, Honolulu, Hl 96814 USA ❖ If you have any questions, call the Canon U.S.A. Information Center toll-free at 1-800-828-4040 (U.S.A. only). CANADA CANON CANADA INC. NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS 6390 Dixie Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1P7 CANON CANADA INC.

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