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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER

Instruction Manual

CAMESCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMERIQUES
Mode d'emploi
VIDEOCAMARA Y GRABADORA DIGITAL
Manual de Instrucciones
NTSC
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
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Mini
Digital
Video
Cassette
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Page 1 (2,1) DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER Instruction Manual CAMESCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMERIQUES Mode d’emploi VIDEOCAMARA Y GRABADORA DIGITAL Manual de Instrucciones NTSC ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL Mini Digital Video Cassette...

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600 CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    00/3/9 20:29 Page 3 (1,1) IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder ZR10 A and all its accessories. 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
  • Page 4 20. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified by Canon or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Page 5 (1,1) Contents Introduction Important Usage Instructions ...2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...3 Thank you for Choosing a Canon ...6 Quick Overview Introducing the ZR10 ...7 Finding Your Way Around the ZR10 ...8 Powering Your Camcorder ...11 Loading a Cassette ...16 Basic Recording ...18...

  • Page 6: Thank You For Choosing A Canon

    1_ZR10_E(02-06) 00/3/9 20:29 Page 6 (1,1) Thank you for Choosing a Canon First, we’d like to thank you for purchasing this Canon camcorder. Its advanced technology makes it very easy to use — you will soon be making high-quality videos which will give you pleasure for years to come.

  • Page 7: Introducing The Zr10

    2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Introducing the ZR10 Digital Video ZR10 is a next generation digital video camcorder that conforms to the digital video D standard to give you outstanding picture quality. 2.5” LCD Screen A 2.5” LCD screen makes it easy for you to shoot colorful, well composed video.

  • Page 8: Finding Your Way Around The Zr10

    2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Finding Your Way Around the ZR10 Record review button (p. 47)/ REC (record) SEARCH – button(p. 47)/ (rewind) button (p. 27) Program selector (p. 48) Easy Recording (p. 48) Program AE (p. 48) LCD screen (p. 23) Digital effects ON/OFF button (p.
  • Page 9 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Viewfinder (p. 86, 92) Strap attachment bar (p. 87) Start/Stop button (p. 19) POWER Switch (p. 18) CA ME RA • O F F • V CR • Page 9 (1,1) Viewfinder focusing lever (p. 86) Viewfinder protect cover (p. 92) Cassette compartment cover (p.
  • Page 10 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 MIC terminal (p. 58, 81) H (phones) terminal (p. 26) A/ V (audio/video) IN/OUT terminal (p. 30, 76) u (LANC) terminal (p. 73) PHOTO button (p. 44) START/STOP button (p. 19) MENU button (p. 36) SELF TIMER button (p. 60) TV SCREEN button (p.

  • Page 11: Powering Your Camcorder

    2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Powering Your Camcorder Before operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to: Provide power from an AC outlet Charge a battery pack • The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by your camera.
  • Page 12 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Attaching and charging the battery packs 9.5V CHARGE Your battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should have enough power for you to check that your camera is working properly. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you want it to power the camera for more than a few minutes.
  • Page 13 Subject to change without notice. When replacement of power supply is required, please return it to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-560 or equivalent. 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.
  • Page 14 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit (optional) The Compact Power Adapter CA-560 included with the camera can be used along with the CR-560 Kit for 3 different ways to power the camera or charge battery packs: 1. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs with power from your car battery. 2.
  • Page 15 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 2. Operate the camera with power from your car battery. Camera + DC Cable + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable lighter 3. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs from a household AC outlet. 1 or 2 battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Compact Power Adapter •...

  • Page 16: Loading A Cassette

    2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Loading a Cassette OPEN/EJECT OPEN/EJECT Only use videocassettes marked with the D logo.* Loading and unloading 1. Make sure that you have attached a power source. 2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch to release the cassette compartment cover.
  • Page 17 • To protect the tape heads, transfer cassettes directly from the tape case to the camcorder — do not open the tape protect cover or touch the tape itself. • Do not use cassettes where the tape has been damaged or spliced — they may damage the camcorder.

  • Page 18: Basic Recording

    2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Basic Recording Before you start recording Have you completed the following steps? • Attached a power source ( • Removed the lens cap ( • Chosen the display: viewfinder ( • When you’re using the viewfinder, fully close the LCD or rotate the LCD so that it faces the same direction as the lens ( •...
  • Page 19 • Disconnect the power source. • To check that the camera is recording correctly, make a test recording first. • Before making important recordings, clean the video heads using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette.
  • Page 20 • A tape recorded in LP mode on other digital equipment may produce mosaic- like noise and the sound may become distorted when played back on this camcorder, and vice versa. 16:9 (Widescreen TV recording) Produces images in the 16:9 format for playback on widescreen TVs.
  • Page 21 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Confirmation/Warning beeps The camera’s short operation confirmation beeps are indicated by ` in the illustrations. Beeps sound upon certain camera operations such as when you turn the camera on, during the self-timer countdown, right before the camera’s automatic shut-off, and also upon any unusual condition of the camera.

  • Page 22: Zooming

    2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Zooming 10 optical zoom The camera’s 10 zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for each scene: • Move the zoom control towards W to zoom out to wide-angle. • Move it towards T to zoom in to telephoto. You can also control the speed of zooming: •...

  • Page 23: Using The Lcd Screen

    2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Page 23 (1,1) Using the LCD Screen Open the LCD screen Push the LCD panel OPEN button and open the panel by pulling it away from the camera. This automatically switches the LCD screen on and the viewfinder off.
  • Page 24 About the LCD Screen The LCD screen built into this camcorder is a high precision product. However, small black dots or bright points of light (red, blue or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction of the LCD screen and they are not recorded on the tape.
  • Page 25 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Allowing the subject to monitor recording When you turn the LCD panel so that it faces the same direction as the lens, you can watch yourself during recording or let your subject monitor recording. The viewfinder is also activated when the panel is in this position.
  • Page 26 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Built-in speaker and headphone terminal The camcorder has a built-in speaker and a headphone terminal so you can review the sound track alongside the picture during playback. The built-in speaker is monaural; use headphones for stereo sound.

  • Page 27: Playing Back A Cassette

    • To wind the tape backwards, stop playback and press the ` (rewind) button. • If the playback picture is rough (mosaic-like noise), clean the video heads using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette. Page 27 (1,1)
  • Page 28 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Page 28 (1,1) Other playback modes Playback pause Press the a (pause) button. To resume normal playback, press it again, or press the e (play) button. The camera automatically goes into stop mode after about five minutes’ playback pause. Fast forward playback To play back the recording at about 9.5 times normal speed, press and hold the 1 (fast forward) button during normal playback or press and hold the 1 (fast...
  • Page 29 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Special playback These can only be operated from the wireless controller ( Frame Advance To play back frame by frame, press the +/ ae button repeatedly during playback pause. Press and hold to play back continuous frame advance. Frame Reverse To play back in reverse frame by frame, press the –/4a button repeatedly during playback pause.

  • Page 30: Connections For Playback On A Tv Screen

    2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:19 Connections for Playback on a TV Screen You can connect the camera to a TV or VCR in order to play back your recordings. You will need to attach a power source to the camera ( Power off all devices before starting the connections. See your TV or VCR instruction manual for further details.
  • Page 31 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:20 If your TV (or VCR) has audio/video input terminals IN/OUT • Connect the camera using the STV-250 Stereo Video Cable. Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red audio terminal R (right).

  • Page 32: Tips For Making Better Videos

    2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:20 Tips for Making Better Videos Holding the camera For maximum stability, grip the camera in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body. If necessary support the camera with your left hand. With practice, you will be able to operate the controls by touch, without taking your eye off the action.
  • Page 33 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:20 Picture angle Instead of zooming while recording, try to choose your picture angle before you begin. A good way to tell a story with video is to begin with a long shot that establishes the situation, and then move in with medium shots and close-ups to show the details.

  • Page 34: Turning The Image Stabilizer Off

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Turning the Image Stabilizer Off With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeable during telephoto recording. However, the ZR10’s image stabilizer allows you to obtain steady recordings even at high magnification. 1. To turn the image stabilizer off, open the camera menu and point the arrow at IMAGE S.

  • Page 35: Selecting From The Menus

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Selecting from the Menus Many of the camera’s advanced functions are selected from menus which appear in the display. Availability of items in the menus depends on the mode the camera is set to. Unavailable items appear in purple. There are two main menus: 1.

  • Page 36: Wireless Controller

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM VCR menu q Wireless controller... w Record mode... e Data code ... r Date/time select ... t Brightness ... y Displays ... u 6-second auto date ... i Output channel... o Audio dubbing ... !0 Wind screen ... !1 Audio mode ...
  • Page 37 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM • You can only see eight options on the screen at one time. Pointers at the top/bottom of the screen indicate that there are more options that you can scroll through. • You may often find it convenient to use the wireless controller to move around the menus.

  • Page 38: Using The Wireless Controller

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Using the Wireless Controller The supplied wireless controller can operate the camera from a distance of up to 16 feet (5 m). Point it at the camera’s remote sensor while you press the buttons. There are seven functions that cannot be operated without the wireless controller: •...
  • Page 39 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Setting the remote sensor mode To prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby, there are two remote sensor modes and an off setting. The wireless controller and the camera have to be set to the same mode in order to be compatible.
  • Page 40 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Page 40 (1,1) If your wireless controller isn’t working: Make sure the camera and the wireless controller are both set to the same mode. Check the mode the camera is set to by pushing any button other than the REMOTE SET button on the wireless controller.

  • Page 41: Setting The Date And Time

    3. Press the selector dial in. • The time zone display appears on the screen. • Your camcorder’s time zone is factory-preset to New York. If you are at another time zone, select your time zone first and daylight saving time (DST) setting if necessary.
  • Page 42 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Time zone LONDON PARIS CAIRO MOSCOW DUBAI KARACHI DACCA BANGKOK H. KONG (Hong Kong) TOKYO SYDNEY SOLOMON • After you have selected your time zone and set the date and time, when you travel to another time zone, there is no need to reset the date and time.
  • Page 43 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Setting the clock After you set the date and time, the date/time and home time zone will be displayed for about four seconds each time you turn the power on. 1. Set the camera to record pause mode. 2.

  • Page 44: Taking Still Pictures

    During this time the camera also records the sound, and the display shows the still picture. • A counter display appears, and counts up to six seconds as the camcorder records the picture. During record pause mode 1.
  • Page 45 During this time the camera also records the sound, and the display shows the still picture. • A counter display appears, and counts up to six seconds as the camcorder records the picture. F disappears from the display.

  • Page 46: Transferring Still Pictures To A Pc With The Fr-100 (Optional)

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Transferring Still Pictures to a PC with the FR-100 (optional) The FR-100 captures images taken with the camera, compressing them in JPEG format and recording them as still images onto a floppy disk. DV cable 1. Connect the power sources for the camera and the FR-100. 2.

  • Page 47: Searching And Reviewing While Recording

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Searching and Reviewing While Recording Record search When the camera is in record pause mode, you can use record search to play the tape forwards or backwards to find the point where you want to start or resume recording.

  • Page 48: Using The Various Recording Programs

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Using the Various Recording Programs The camera provides you with a choice of seven recording programs. They use different combinations of camera settings in order to adjust the exposure and other functions to match the recording situation. •...
  • Page 49 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Setting the program AE mode 1. Set the camera to record pause mode. 2. Slide the program selector to Q (program AE) mode. 3. Push the selector dial in to display the program menu. 4. Turn the selector dial to move the arrow up or down the display. 5.
  • Page 50 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Easy Recording The simplest way to use the camera is with the program selector set to the [ position. The camera will take care of focus, exposure and other adjustments, leaving you free to point and shoot.
  • Page 51 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Spotlight This program is designed for recording spotlit scenes, such as on a stage. The exposure is automatically adjusted for glare-free recordings of subjects lit by a concentrated light source. Sand & Snow Use this program in places where the background is so bright that the subject appears underexposed in the display —...

  • Page 52: Using Digital Effects

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Using Digital Effects Use the camera’s 2 types of digital effects for more interesting productions. • Faders: • Effects: Availability of digital effects in CAMERA mode Recording Program FADE-T WIPE WIPE M. FADE BLK&WHT SEPIA MOSAIC h : Available i : Not available Page 52 (1,1)
  • Page 53 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Availability of digital effects in VCR playback modes Playback FADE-T WIPE (Press PAUSE WIPE to fade out) M. FADE BLK&WHT SEPIA MOSAIC h : Available • When you do not want to use digital effects, press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button and select D.EFFECT | from the digital effects menu.
  • Page 54 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Faders Fade Trigger (FADE-T) When you start recording, the scene gradually fades in from a black screen. When you stop recording, it gradually fades out. Vertical Wipe (WIPE ) When you start recording, the picture begins as a thin vertical line in the center of the screen which gradually expands sideways until it fills the whole of the screen.
  • Page 55 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Effects Art (ART) Adds a paint-like effect, called solarization, to the image. Black and White (BLK & WHT) Records the image in black and white. Sepia (SEPIA) Records a monochrome image with a brownish tint. Mosaic (MOSAIC) Blurs the image by enlarging the size of some pixels.
  • Page 56 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Digital effects can be set with the controls on the body of the camera or the wireless controller. Pressing the correspond to turning the selector dial up and down, and pressing the SET button corresponds to pressing the selector dial in. Operating faders Sound and image fade together.
  • Page 57 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Operating effects Sound records/plays back normally. When operating effects while recording, make sure the program selector is set to Set effect 1. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to open the digital effects menu. 2. Move the arrow up and down with the selector dial. •...

  • Page 58: Audio Recording

    • For details of playing back a tape that has new sound on stereo 2, see p. 84. • When you record to the ZR10 from a camcorder with DV terminal outputs, the audio mode display becomes set to “– – –.”...
  • Page 59 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM • Use the Microphone Boom MB-100 (optional) to keep long microphones out of the frame. • You can monitor the sound while recording by attaching stereo headphones to the H terminal. Wind screen The camera has an automatic wind screen to prevent wind noise from interfering with the sound track.

  • Page 60: Setting The Self-Timer

    If you are using the wireless controller, the F mark starts flashing immediately after you press the PHOTO button. The camcorder takes the picture for approximately six seconds then automatically goes into record pause mode.
  • Page 61 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM • To cancel the self-timer before the countdown has begun, press the TIMER button. • To cancel the self-timer once the countdown has begun, press the TIMER button, start/stop if you’re shooting movies, or PHOTO if you’re taking a still photograph.

  • Page 62: Adjusting Exposure Manually

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Adjusting Exposure Manually Exposure lock When you are recording in situations where the lighting may change suddenly, you can lock the exposure at the current level in order to control the brightness of the image. To lock the exposure, press the EXP button. Press it again to return to auto exposure.
  • Page 63 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM • You cannot adjust the exposure without the e mark before E.LOCK in the display. Push the EXP button so that e appears before E.LOCK. Then you can adjust the exposure manually. • The standard exposure level depends on which recording program you have selected.
  • Page 64 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Concerning shooting in fluorescent lighting When the camera is set to [ (Easy Recording) mode or auto mode, it automatically detects the flicker of fluorescent lighting and adjusts the shutter speed to compensate. However, if the brightness of the LCD or viewfinder display starts to flicker, make sure the camera is set to the Auto recording program and select the 1/100 shutter speed.

  • Page 65: Adjusting Focus Manually

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Adjusting Focus Manually The camera can focus automatically. All you have to do is point it, and whatever is in the center of the display will usually be in sharp focus. If it does not seem to be focusing well, it may be because the subject is not suitable for autofocus.

  • Page 66: Setting The White Balance

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Setting the White Balance The camera’s auto white balance system compensates for a wide range of lighting conditions. Although slight variations are unavoidable, colors will appear natural in virtually every situation. In some cases, you will get better results by setting the white balance yourself, or using one of the two preset modes:...
  • Page 67 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Setting the white balance manually will probably work better than auto white balance when shooting: Subjects with one dominant color, such as sky, sea or forest Close-ups In rapidly changing lighting conditions In places lit by certain types of fluorescent or mercury vapor lights •...

  • Page 68: Displaying Date, Time And Camera Data (Data Code)

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:57 PM Displaying Date, Time and Camera Data (Data Code) A data code, containing the date and time the recording was made and other camera data (shutter speed and exposure settings) is automatically recorded on a special data section of the tape. MENU During VCR mode, the data code can be displayed or hidden while the camera is in play, slow or still mode.
  • Page 69 – If the tape was recorded on a camera without a data code function. – If noise or tape damage prevents the data code from being read. • If a recording made on ZR10 is played back on a different DV camcorder, the data code may not be displayed correctly.
  • Page 70 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:57 PM Page 70 (1,1) Six-second auto date The six-second auto date appears for six seconds to mark the changeover of a day if the tape was being recorded at 12:00 midnight. It also appears for six seconds when you start playback and have the data code turned off.

  • Page 71: Searching The Tape (Photo Search/Date Search)

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:57 PM Searching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search) This allows you to move quickly through still pictures recorded anywhere on a tape (photo search) or between different days or areas of recording (date search). • You can only use this function from the wireless controller. 1.

  • Page 72: Returning To A Pre-Marked Position

    3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:57 PM Returning to a Pre-Marked Position Use the wireless controller to mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button on the wireless controller during playback at a point you want to return to later. •...

  • Page 73: Editing

    4_ZR10_E(73-85) 3/9/00 7:58 PM Editing to a VCR By connecting the camera to another VCR, you can edit your recordings in order to remove unwanted scenes — or combine different shots to create your own video productions. Preparations 1. Connect the camera to the VCR. •...

  • Page 74: Dubbing With Digital Video Equipment

    Side with arrow Preparations 1. Connect the camera and the other digital device. • Connect the Canon CV-150F DV cable (optional) with the sides of the plugs marked with the arrows facing as shown above. 2. Prepare the other device.
  • Page 75 4_ZR10_E(73-85) 3/9/00 7:58 PM Dubbing Operate from the controls on the body of the camera or the wireless controller. Example dubbing to the camera 1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section you want to copy and set it to playback pause mode. 2.

  • Page 76: Recording From A Vcr,Tv Or Analog Camcorder (Analog Line-In)

    Recording from a VCR,TV or Analog Camcorder (Analog Line-in) You can record a TV program or a video played on your VCR or analog camcorder (for digital camcorders, see p. 74) onto a tape in the ZR10, if the TV or other device has audio/video outputs.
  • Page 77 4_ZR10_E(73-85) 3/9/00 7:58 PM Dubbing Operate from either the body of the camera or the wireless controller. 1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section you want to copy and set it to playback pause mode. 2.

  • Page 78: Recording Over Existing Scenes (A/V Insert Editing)

    3/9/00 7:58 PM Recording Over Existing Scenes (A/V Insert Editing) You can insert new scenes from your VCR or other camcorder onto your pre- recorded tape using the ZR10’s analog line-in ( terminals. Original video and audio will be replaced with the new video and audio.
  • Page 79 4_ZR10_E(73-85) 3/9/00 7:58 PM Preparations The tape in the camera: When using the ZR10’s A/V insert function, only record to tapes recorded in SP mode with continuously recorded time codes. If there are non-recorded portions or portions recorded in LP mode on the tape, recording will stop.
  • Page 80 4_ZR10_E(73-85) 3/9/00 7:58 PM Editing Use the wireless controller to operate A/V insert. 1. On the VCR, locate a point three seconds before the scene to be inserted. Set the VCR to playback pause mode. 2. On the camera, press PLAY and locate the recording start point. Set the camera to playback pause mode.

  • Page 81: Audio Dubbing

    4_ZR10_E(73-85) 3/9/00 7:58 PM Audio Dubbing You can add sound to the original sound on a prerecorded tape from audio products (AUDIO IN) or with the internal or external microphone (MIC. IN). The original sound will not be erased. For best results, add sound to tapes that have been recorded with this camera in SP mode with 12-bit sound.
  • Page 82 4_ZR10_E(73-85) 3/9/00 7:58 PM Preparations Turn the camera’s POWER switch to VCR and load a recorded cassette. • Make sure the REC/SAVE tab on the cassette has been slid to REC (closed position). Dubbing Use the wireless controller when dubbing audio. Do not connect/disconnect any cables to/from the camera when dubbing audio or preparing to dub audio.
  • Page 83 • There may be a loss of sound quality if you add sound to a tape recorded on a camcorder other than the ZR10. • After adding sound three or more times to the same place on a tape, there may be some loss in sound quality.

  • Page 84: Setting The Audio Mix

    4_ZR10_E(73-85) 3/9/00 7:59 PM Setting the Audio Mix When you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode, you can set the audio output to play: stereo 1 (the original sound), stereo 2 (any new sound, dubbed to the tape after recording), or mix the balance between the two. •...
  • Page 85 4_ZR10_E(73-85) 3/9/00 7:59 PM Selecting audio output channels When you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels, you can change the output channels of that sound. 1. Turn the POWER switch to VCR, load a tape recorded with multiple-channel audio.

  • Page 86: Preparing The Camera

    5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:00 PM Preparing the Camera Adjust the viewfinder • Turn the POWER on and set the camera to record pause mode. Extend the viewfinder straight out, then adjust the viewfinder focusing lever to suit your eyesight. • Rotate the viewfinder to an angle that allows you to view comfortably.
  • Page 87 5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:00 PM Attach the shoulder strap • For extra security and portability, attach the shoulder strap before using the camera. • Pass the ends through the attachment bars and adjust the length as shown. • Be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight, or it will melt. (The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.) Adjust the angle of the viewfinder to prevent sunlight from entering.

  • Page 88: Notes On Using The Batteries

    The power indicator light also flashes. • The indicator is not constant — different levels will be shown when you subject the battery pack and camcorder to different conditions. Page 88 (1,1) BP-511 1 hr. 35 min. Using the viewfinder: 2 hr.
  • Page 89 5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:00 PM When to recharge You can recharge a lithium ion battery pack whenever it is convenient. Unlike a conventional battery pack, it does not have to be fully discharged first. However, as the battery pack will naturally discharge itself over time, it is best to charge it the same day you plan to use it, or the day before.
  • Page 90 5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:00 PM Installing the backup battery Open the backup battery cover on the battery attachment unit, and insert the CR2025 lithium battery with the + side facing outwards. Click the cover back into place. This backup battery allows the camera to remember the date and time and other settings when main power source is removed.

  • Page 91: Maintenance

    5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:00 PM Maintenance Cautions Avoid high temperatures and high humidity. • Do not leave the camera inside a car in hot weather, for example. • Be careful of heat radiating from video lighting equipment. • Do not take the camera into a humid room. Avoid sudden changes in temperature.
  • Page 92 • For the best picture possible, after using the camera for approximately 20 hours, clean the video heads using Canon’s DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette. If the “noise” remains, repeat the cleaning (up to maximum of five times). • Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette, as this can cause damage.
  • Page 93 • You can use the compact power adapter to operate your camera and charge battery packs in any country where the electricity supply is between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug adapters for overseas use.
  • Page 94 5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:00 PM Condensation Condensation may form on the camera when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place. Using the camera while condensation is present can damage both the tape and the camera. Condensation may become a problem: When you take the camera from a cold place to a warm room When the camera is left in a humid room...

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting

    5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:00 PM Troubleshooting Refer to this checklist first if you have any problems with your camcorder. Possible explanations are given for each problem on the list — turn to the page numbers in parentheses for more information. Make sure that the camera is properly connected if you are using it with a TV or VCR.
  • Page 96 5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:00 PM • Some subjects are not suitable for autofocus. In these situations, you will often get better results using manual focus ( about the same distance away, lock the focus, and then point the camera at your original, hard-to-focus subject.
  • Page 97 5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:00 PM ? The playback picture is rough (with mosaic-like noise). ? There’s no picture on the TV screen, even though the tape is moving. ? There’s no sound coming from the speaker during playback. Miscellaneous Problem ? The wireless controller doesn’t work.

  • Page 98: The Zr10 System Diagram

    5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:00 PM The ZR10 System Diagram WD-46 Wide- converter TL-46 Tele- converter FS-46U Filter Set SR-30.5/46 Step-up Ring FS-46 Filter Set ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller BP-900 Series Battery Pack Stereo Microphone (commercially available) SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case Page 98 (1,1) (Availability differs from area to area) WS-20 Wrist Strap SS-600 Shoulder Strap...

  • Page 99: Optional Accessories

    3/9/00 8:00 PM Optional Accessories Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories. You can also obtain genuine accessories for your Canon camcorder by calling: 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. Information Center. BP-500 Series Battery Packs Extra batteries for use with the ZR10.
  • Page 100 5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:00 PM WD-46 Wide-converter This lens decreases focal length by a factor of 0.7, giving you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views. FS-46 Filter Set Three special effects filters to add a creative touch to your recordings: multiple-image, R-cross and zoom-spot.
  • Page 101 Page 101 (1,1) Zoom Remote Controller ZR-1000 When this product is plugged into the LANC m terminal of a Canon camcorder, it is possible to control functions such as the start and stop of recording and the zoom and focusing functions while the camcorder is mounted on a tripod, without touching the camcorder body itself.
  • Page 102 Image files can then be easily opened and viewed on your computer. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.
  • Page 103 5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:01 PM Screen Displays To display the date and time, press the wireless controller’s DATA CODE button. See also p. 68. Press the wireless controller’s TV SCREEN button or turn TV SCREEN on through the camera menu to see the other displays on the TV screen.
  • Page 104 5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:01 PM Playback is stopped 27). Normal playback Fast forward ( Rewind ( Fast forward playback Rewind playback Frame advance playback ( Frame reverse playback ( Playback pause (forward and reverse) Slow playback (forward and reverse) 2 playback (forward and reverse) ( 1 playback (forward and reverse) (...
  • Page 105 5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:01 PM Zero set memory Audio mode ( Data code ( Photo mode ( • Setting the AF/AE. F mark flashes white • AF/AE locked. F mark lights up green • Timer Recording programs 48). Manual exposure display ( 62): Exposure locked Brighter than standard...
  • Page 106 5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:01 PM Mix balance ( Audio/visual insert Audio dubbing Audio input ( Microphone input DV input ( Condensation warning Page 106 (1,1) Time Code ST–1 ST–2 A/V INSERT This records counter information, including hour, minute, second, and AUDIO DUB. frame number on a special data code AUDIO IN area on the tape itself.

  • Page 107: Caution Phrases

    5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:01 PM Caution phrases The camera displays various caution phrases — they appear for four seconds before disappearing. Appears each time you turn the power on, until you set the time zone, date and time ( 41). Appears when the battery pack is exhausted 12, 88).

  • Page 108: Specifications

    Rated voltage: 7.4 V DC Operating temperature: 32°–104°F (0°–40°C) Battery capacity: 1100 mAh Dimensions: 1 55 mm) Weight: 2 oz (70 g) Weight and dimensions are approximate Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice. Canon is a trademark of Canon Inc.

  • Page 109: Index

    5_ZR10_E(86-112) 3/9/00 8:01 PM Index 16:9, 20 Å Abroad, Using the Camera, 93 Accessories, 6, 99 Adapter, AC, 11, 13 AE Programs, 48 Analog line-in, 76 Art, 55 Audio Dubbing, 81 Audio Mix, 84 Audio Mode, 58 Audio Output, 85 Audio Recording and Playback, Audio/Video Terminal, 30 Auto, 50...
  • Page 110 Pause, Record, 18 Photo Search, 71 Playback, 27 Playback Connection, 30 Playback Pause, 28 Portrait, 50 Power Adapter, 11, 13 Powering Your Camcorder, 11 Pre-Marked Position, 72 Preparing the Camera, 86 Problems, 95 Â Recharging the Battery Pack, 88 Recording, 18...
  • Page 111 ® ZR10 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (“CUSA”) with respect to each Canon ZR10 Digital Video Camcorder (“DV Camcorder”) purchased and used in the United States. Each Canon DV Camcorder, when delivered to you in new condition in its original container, is warranted against defective material or workmanship as follows: for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase (three (3) months in the case of the video head part), defective parts or DV Camcorders returned to a CUSA factory service center (“CUSA Center”)
  • Page 112 Ship your Canon digital video equipment in its original carton, box or equivalent, properly packed, fully insured with shipping charges prepaid, together with a copy of your bill of sale or other proof of purchase and a description of the problem to any of the Canon Service Facilities in Canada.
  • Page 113 15955 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92718 USA CANON U.S.A., INC. HONOLULU OFFICE 1020 Auahi Street, Bldg. #8, Honolulu, HI 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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