Page 1: Instruction Manual
Mode d’emploi Manual de Instrucciones This instruction manual explains how to install the software, connect the camcorder to a computer, and download images from a memory card to a computer. For more detailed operational instructions, refer to the PDF format manual provided on the DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Windows or DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Macintosh.
Page 2: Important Usage Instructions
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. 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
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder OPTURA40/OPTURA30 A and all its accessories. 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
Page 4 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-570. The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC.
Page 5: Using This Manual
Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon OPTURA40/OPTURA30. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Change the display language before you begin ( Symbols and References Used in This Manual ❍...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Basic Functions Preparations Preparing the Power Supply...13 Loading/Unloading a Cassette ...16 Installing the Backup Battery ...17 Preparing the Camcorder ...18 Using the Wireless Controller...20 Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time...21 Recording Recording Movies on a Tape ...24 Zooming ...28 Tips for Making Better Videos ...30...
Page 7 Other Camcorder Settings ...80 Editing Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device ...83 Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) ...85 Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing)...86 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) ...87 Audio Dubbing...89...
Page 8: Checking Supplied Accessories
The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.
Page 9: Components Guide
Components Guide OPTURA40/OPTURA30 REC SEARCH button ( 27) / (fast forward) button ( 32) / CARD button ( 112) – REC SEARCH button ( 27) / (record review) button ( 27) / (rewind) button ( 31) / – CARD button (...
Page 10 Viewfinder ( Strap mount ( CHARGE indicator ( Power indicator ( Start/stop button 24, 105) Power switch ( CAMERA PLAY(VCR) NETWORK Dioptric adjustment lever ( TAPE/CARD switch ( Using a tape Using a memory card PHOTO button ( Zoom lever ( Program selector ( Easy recording Program AE...
Page 11 Terminal cover DC IN terminal ( Backup battery compartment ( S-video terminal ( Terminal cover MIC terminal ( AV terminal ( 34) / (phones) terminal 33, 62) DV terminal ( 83, 92) USB terminal ( 123, 134) * OPTURA40 only. Advanced Accessory shoe 159) Flash (...
Page 12 WL-D83 Wireless Controller Zoom buttons ( Select buttons ( PHOTO button ( START/STOP button ( SELF T. button ( D. EFFECTS button, ON/OFF button ( TV SCREEN button ( DATA CODE button ( DATE SEARCH -/+ buttons ( ZERO SET MEMORY button ( 12bit AUDIO OUT button ( AUDIO DUB.
Page 13: Preparing The Power Supply
The CHARGE indicator starts flashing. It glows steadily when charging is complete. 4. When charging is complete, disconnect the power adapter from the camcorder. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the adapter. 5. Remove the battery pack after use.
Page 14: Using A Household Power Source
4. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal. ❍ Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter. ❍ If the adapter is used close to a TV, it may cause picture interference. Move the adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable.
Page 15 ❍ We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need. ❍ To conserve battery charge, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause mode.
Page 16: Loading/Unloading A Cassette
❍ Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover. If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be loaded/ unloaded even if the POWER switch is set to OFF.
Page 17: Installing The Backup Battery
Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time ( camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings. 1. Open the terminal cover.
Page 18: Preparing The Camcorder
Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the Viewfinder (Dioptric Adjustment) 1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed. 2. Pull out the viewfinder. 3. Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever. Attaching the Lens Cap 1. Attach the cord to the lens cap.
Page 19: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
Attaching the Shoulder Strap Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap. SS-900 Shoulder strap...
Page 20: Using The Wireless Controller
79). If the wireless controller does not work, check if camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode. ❍ When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller, or when it can only be operated in very close range, replace the batteries. Make sure to replace both batteries at the same time.
Page 21: Setting The Time Zone, Date And Time
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you have replaced the backup battery. Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time CAMERA PLAY (VCR) SYSTEM 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.
Page 22 Once you have set time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock each time you travel to another time zone. Just set the time zone to the one of your destination, and the camcorder automatically adjusts the clock. 24 1...
Page 23: Displaying Date And Time During Recording
Displaying Date and Time during Recording You can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen. PLAY (VCR) CAMERA DISPLAY SETUP/ 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/ press the SET dial.
Page 24: Recording
Recording Movies on a Tape Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. Before you make important recordings, clean the video heads ( Recording 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.
Page 25: Allowing The Subject To Monitor The Lcd Screen
This is not a malfunction. OPTURA40: The audio recording level can also be adjusted manually ( ❍ The camcorder will shut off after 5 minutes when left in record pause mode to protect tape and video heads. “ 20 seconds before shutoff. To continue recording, turn the POWER switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.
Page 26: Time Code
“j“ flashes in red when the lithium button battery is not installed, or when it runs out. t Recording reminder The camcorder counts from 1 to 10 seconds when you start recording. This is helpful to avoid scenes that are too short.
Page 27: Reviewing And Searching When Recording
In record pause mode, this function allows you to review the last few seconds of your recording to check if it has been recorded properly. Press and release the c (record review) button. The camcorder rewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and returns to record pause mode. Record Search...
Page 28: Zooming
Zooming The camcorder automatically switches between optical zooming and digital zooming. Image resolution is slightly lower with the digital zoom. Optical Zoom 14× optical zoom CAMERA Move the zoom lever toward angle). Move it toward Press the zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom. Press harder for a faster zoom.
Page 29: Digital Zoom
❍ Digital zoom cannot be used when the multi-image screen is selected. ❍ A zoom indicator appears for 4 seconds. It extends in light blue when the digital zoom is set to 56x (OPTURA40) or 48x (OPTURA30), and extends further in dark blue when set to 280x (OPTURA40) or 240x (OPTURA30).
Page 30: Tips For Making Better Videos
Tips for Making Better Videos Holding the Camcorder For maximum stability, grip the camcorder in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body. If necessary, support the camcorder with your left hand. Be careful that your fingers do not touch the microphone or lens.
Page 31: Playback
Playing Back a Tape If the playback picture is distorted, clean the video heads using a Canon Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head-cleaning cassette 147). 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode. Set the POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) and the TAPE/CARD switch to b.
Page 32: Special Playback Modes
❍ There is no sound during special playback. ❍ The picture may become distorted during some special playback modes. ❍ The camcorder stops the tape automatically after 5 minutes in playback pause mode to protect tape and video heads. –...
Page 33: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the Volume When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound via built-in speaker. The speaker does not sound when you close the LCD panel. Use headphones when using the viewfinder. SET dial When Using Headphones The headphones terminal also serves as AV terminal.
Page 34: Playing Back On A Tv Screen
Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. 1. Turn off all devices before starting the connections. 2. Connect the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable to the camcorder’s AV terminal and the audio/video terminals on the TV/VCR. Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal L (left), the red plug to the red audio terminal R (right) and the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal VIDEO.
Page 35 1. Turn off all devices before starting the connections. 2. Connect the S-150 S-video Cable (optional) to the S-video terminals. 3. Connect the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable to the camcorder’s AV terminal and the audio terminals of the TV/VCR. Connect the white plug to the white AUDIO terminal L (left), and the red plug to the red AUDIO terminal R (right).
Page 36: Selecting The Audio Output Channel
• L/L: Stereo: L channel, Bilingual: Main. • R/R:Stereo: R channel, Bilingual: Sub. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu. The setting resets to the L/R setting when you turn the camcorder off. CARD CAMERA PLAY (VCR) OUTPUT CH••••L/R...
Page 37: Menus And Settings
Menus and Settings Many of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus that appear on the screen. Selecting Menus and Settings 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select a submenu and press the SET dial.
Page 38: Camera Menu
SP, LP AV, PHONES H AUTO, OFF ON, OFF AUTO, MANUAL 16bit, 12bit NORMAL, BRIGHT ON, OFF ON, OFF ON, OFF DEUTSCH, ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL, FRANÇAIS, ITALIANO, ON, OFF CARD PLAY Setting Options OPTURA30 OFF , 48× , 240× NIGHT+, S.NIGHT NORMAL...
Page 39 Submenu Menu Item SYSTEM WL. REMOTE BEEP T.ZONE/DST D/TIME SET MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND SHTR SOUND OPER. SOUND SELF-T SOUND Setting Options A1, A2, OFF B ON, OFF See list of time zones. OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND...
Page 40 PLAY (VCR) MENU CAMERA Submenu VCR SETUP REC MODE AV/PHONES H AV \ DV OUT AUDIO SETUP OUTPUT CH AUDIO DUB. WIND SCREEN MIC ATT* MIC LEVEL* 12bit AUDIO MIX BALANCE AUDIO MODE CARD SETUP IMG QUALITY MOVIE SIZE FILE NOS. DISPLAY SETUP/ BRIGHTNESS BACKLIGHT...
Page 41 Submenu Menu Item Setting Options MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND SHTR SOUND OPER. SOUND SELF-T SOUND...
Page 42 320 × 240, 160 × 120 RESET, CONTINUOUS AV, PHONES H AUTO, OFF ON, OFF NORMAL, BRIGHT ON, OFF ON, OFF ON, OFF DEUTSCH, ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL, FRANÇAIS, ITALIANO, ON, OFF CARD PLAY Setting Options OPTURA30 OFF, 48 × NIGHT+, S.NIGHT...
Page 43 Submenu Menu Item SYSTEM WL. REMOTE BEEP T.ZONE/DST D/TIME SET MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND SHTR SOUND OPER. SOUND SELF-T SOUND Setting Options A1, A2, OFF B ON, OFF See list of time zones. OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND...
Page 44 ON, OFF ON, OFF <PLAYBK> DATE, TIME, DATE & TIME DEUTSCH, ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL, FRANÇAIS, ITALIANO, A1, A2, OFF A ON, OFF See list of time zones. NO IMAGE, CANON LOGO, MY IMAGE OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND CARD PLAY Setting Options...
Page 45: Using The Recording Programs
Using the Recording Programs Easy Recording Program The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. Program AE Modes Auto The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically. However, you have the option of adjusting the settings manually.
Page 46: Selecting The Easy Recording Program
Availability of Functions in Each Mode: Recording Program Image Stabilizer Focus White Balance Wind screen Shutter Speed Exposure Lock Digital Effects 16:9 Card Mix Microphone attenuator* Microphone level* h: Available A: Auto setting Shaded area: Can be used only in CAMERA mode. * OPTURA40 only.
Page 47 - The picture may not appear smooth when played back. ❍ Low Light mode: - Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage. - Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes. - The camcorder may have difficulty to focus automatically. CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY...
Page 48: Using The Night Modes
3. Press the NIGHT MODE button. • The symbol of the selected mode appears on the screen. • Pressing the NIGHT MODE button again resets the camcorder to the Auto mode. 1. Set the program selector to Q. 2. Press the NIGHT MODE button.
Page 49 ❍ Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage. ❍ Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes. ❍ White points may appear on the screen. ❍ Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually.
Page 50: Skin Detail Function
Skin Detail Function When shooting close-ups of people, the camcorder automatically softens details to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections for a more complimentary appearance. CAMERA CAMERA SETUP Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [SKIN DETAIL], set it to [SOFT] and close the menu.
Page 51: Adjusting Exposure Manually
Exposure Adjustment When the exposure is locked, you can adjust it manually to handle difficult lighting conditions. The camcorder’s iris can be set to any position from fully closed to fully open. PLAY (VCR) CAMERA Turn the SET dial to adjust the brightness of the image.
Page 52: Adjusting The Focus Manually
Adjusting the Focus Manually Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. Subjects with Reflective low contrast or surfaces without vertical lines FOCUS button CAMERA 1. Set the program selector to 2. Adjust the zoom. When you operate the zoom after adjusting the focus, the subject may not stay in focus.
Page 53 ❍ The setting resets to autofocus when you switch the program selector to [. ❍ Readjust the focus when you have turned off the camcorder. Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks.
Page 54: Setting The White Balance
CAMERA SETUP 1. Set the program selector to 2. For custom white balance: Point the camcorder at a white object and zoom in until it fills the whole screen. Keep the camcorder zoomed at the white object until step 3 is completed.
Page 55 ❍ When the program selector is set to [, white balance is preset to [AUTO]. ❍ The camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off. However, it resets to [AUTO] when you change the position of the TAPE/CARD switch.
Page 56: Setting The Shutter Speed
❍ If the shutter speed is set to 1/500 or higher in CAMERA mode and you switch to CARD CAMERA mode, it automatically changes to 1/250. ❍ Do not point the camcorder directly at the sun when the shutter speed is set to 1/1000 or higher.
Page 57: Auto Slow Shutter
In Easy Recording mode and when [SHUTTER] is set to [AUTO] in Auto mode, the camcorder uses shutter speeds down to 1/30 in CAMERA mode and 1/15 in CARD CAMERA mode. This allows you to record brightly in places with insufficient lighting.
Page 58: Using The Self-Timer
(when recording movies) or the PHOTO button (when recording still image) to cancel the self-timer. ❍ The self-timer will be canceled when you turn off the camcorder. PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA (self-timer) button.
Page 59: Changing The Recording Mode (Sp/Lp)
❍ If you play back a tape that has been recorded in LP mode with another digital device on this camcorder, or vice versa, picture and sound may become distorted.
Page 60: Audio Recording
Audio Recording Changing the Audio Mode You can record sound in two audio modes—16-bit and 12-bit. The 12-bit mode records sound on two channels (stereo 1), leaving 2 channels free (stereo 2) for adding new sound later. Select the 16-bit mode for higher sound quality. CAMERA AUDIO SETUP Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP].
Page 61: Microphone Attenuator
❍ About the audio level indicator: When [MIC LEVEL] is set to [AUTO], the audio level indicator switches on and off with each press of the AUDIO LEVEL button. [MIC LEVEL] is set to [MANUAL] ❍ The audio level can be changed when the green bar is displayed. We recommend hiding the bar when you have finished adjusting to prevent accidental changes.
Page 62: Wind Screen
Wind Screen The camcorder reduces wind noise automatically. However, you can turn off the wind screen when recording indoors, or when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible. CAMERA Only when [AUDIO DUB.] is set to [MIC IN].
Page 63: Recording With An External Microphone
MIC terminal. ❍ When recording in silent places, the built-in microphone may pick up the motor noise of the camcorder. In such case, we recommend using an external microphone. ❍ When using a commercially available microphone: - Use a microphone with built-in power supply (condenser microphone).
Page 64: Using Digital Effects
Using Digital Effects Faders ( Begin or end scenes with a fade to or from black. Fade Trigger (FADE-T) Wipe (WIPE) Corner Wipe (CORNER) Jump (JUMP) Flip (FLIP) The image gradually fades in. The image gradually fades out. The image begins as a vertical line in the center and expands sideways until it fills the whole screen.
Page 65 Puzzle (PUZZLE) Zigzag (ZIGZAG) Beam (BEAM) Tide (TIDE) The image appears in 16 pieces. The pieces move around until the puzzle is solved. The image is divided into 16 pieces. The pieces move around and disappear. The image appears in zigzag from the top of the screen.
Page 66 Effects ( Add flavor to your recordings. Art (ART) The image becomes like a paint (solarization). Mosaic (MOSAIC) The image is blurred through enlarging the size of some pixels. Wave (WAVE) Both ends of the image sway in waves. Multi-Image Screen ( Captures moving subjects in 4, 9 or 16 sequences of still images and displays them at one time.
Page 67: Selecting A Fader
Availability of Digital Effects by Operating Modes: CAMERA Movies Still Images Faders Effects Multi-image screen h: Available i: Not available * : Black and White only. Selecting a Fader In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to Q. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) 1.
Page 68: Selecting An Effect
Selecting an Effect In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to Q. CAMERA 1. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. [D.EFFECT |], [FADER], [EFFECT] and [MULTI-S] appear. 2. Select [EFFECT]. 3. Select the effect. 4. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. The name of the selected effect flashes. 5.
Page 69: Using The Multi-Image Screen
Using the Multi-Image Screen You can operate the multi-image screen only in the following playback modes: - When [S.SPEED] is set to [MANUAL]: Playback pause, slow forward/reverse playback - When [S.SPEED] is set to [FAST], [MOD.] or [SLOW]: Playback pause In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to Q.
Page 70 Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to open the menu. Select [D.EFFECT |] and press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. ❍ The camcorder retains the setting even if you turn it off or change the program AE mode. ❍ The image quality may be slightly lower with digital effects.
Page 71: Magnifying The Image
Magnifying the Image The playback image can be magnified up to 5 times. SET dial CAMERA PLAY (VCR) 1. Move the zoom lever toward • The image is magnified by 2 times. • A frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area. •...
Page 72: Displaying The Data Code
Displaying the Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code containing recording date and time and other camera data such as shutter speed and exposure (f-stop). When you play back a tape, you can display the data code and select the data code combination you wish to display.
Page 73 CAMERA PLAY (VCR) Press the DATA CODE button. ❍ The data code will not display the next time you turn on the camcorder. ❍ Only date and time appear in CARD PLAY mode. Six-Second Auto Date Date and time appear for 6 seconds when you begin playback, or to indicate that date or time zone has changed.
Page 74: End Search
In stop mode, press the END SEARCH button. • “END SEARCH” appears. • The camcorder rewinds/fast forwards the tape, plays back the last few seconds of the recording and stops the tape. • Pressing the button again cancels the search.
Page 75: Returning To A Pre-Marked Position
Returning to a Pre-marked Position If you wish to return to a particular scene later, mark the point with the zero set memory and the tape will stop at that point when you rewind/fast forward the tape. This function is operated with the wireless controller.
Page 76: Date Search
Date Search You can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. This function is operated with the wireless controller. CAMERA Press the + or - button to begin searching. • Press more than once to search for further date changes (up to 10 times).
Page 77: Customizing The Camcorder
Customizing the Camcorder You can personalize your camcorder by customizing the start-up image and the sound it makes for start-up, shutter, operation and self-timer (collectively called the My Camera settings). Changing the My Camera Settings CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MY CAMERA 1.
Page 78: Changing The Display Language
Changing the Display Language The language used in the camcorder displays and menu items can be changed to German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Simplified Chinese or Japanese. CAMERA DISPLAY SETUP/ To change the display language, open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ].
Page 79: Changing The Remote Sensor Mode
❍ The wireless controller returns to mode 1 when you replace the batteries. Change the mode if necessary. ❍ Make sure that camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode. Display the camcorder’s mode by pressing any button on the wireless controller (except of the REMOTE SET button) and set the wireless controller’s mode to...
Page 80: Other Camcorder Settings
You will hear a beep upon camcorder operations such as power on/off, start/stop, self- timer countdown, and unusual conditions of the camcorder. If you turn off the beep, all camcorder sounds including the ones of the My Camera settings will be turned off.
Page 81: Turning Off The Image Stabilizer
Turning Off the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer compensates for camcorder shake even at full telephoto. It tries to compensate for horizontal movements; therefore, you may decide to turn it off when you mount the camcorder on a tripod. PLAY (VCR)
Page 82: Demonstration Mode
The demonstration mode displays the camcorder’s main features. It starts automatically when you leave the camcorder turned on without loading a recording media for more than 5 minutes. However, you can set the camcorder not to start the demonstration mode.
Page 83: Recording To A Vcr Or Digital Video Device
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. If you connect a digital video device, you can copy recordings with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality.
Page 84 ❍ When connecting a digital video device: - If the picture does not appear, reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on again. - Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal.
Page 85: Recording From Analog Video Devices (Vcr, Tv Or Camcorder)
Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) You can record videos or TV programs from a VCR or analog camcorder on the tape in the camcorder. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) 1. Connect the camcorder to the analog video device.
Page 86: Recording From Digital Video Devices (Dv Dubbing)
8. Connected Device: Stop playback. ❍ Blank sections may be recorded as anomalous picture. ❍ If the picture does not appear, reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on again. ❍ You can only record signals from devices with the system in SP or LP format.
Page 87: Converting Analog Signals Into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter)
Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) By connecting the camcorder to a VCR or 8mm video camcorder, you can convert analog video/audio signals to digital signals and output the digital signals via the DV terminal. The DV terminal serves as output terminal only.
Page 88 ❍ Depending on the software and the specifications of your computer, you may not be able to transfer converted signals via the DV terminal. ❍ We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power source. ❍ You can also press the AV\DV button on the wireless controller. The setting changes with each press of the button.
Page 89: Audio Dubbing
PLAY (VCR) AUDIO SETUP 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode and load a recorded cassette. Use a tape recorded in SP, 12-bit mode with this camcorder. 2. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [AUDIO DUB.], set it to [AUDIO IN] or [MIC.
Page 90 Stereo Microphone, do not connect any devices to the MIC terminal. ❍ You cannot use the DV terminal for audio dubbing. ❍ If you add sound to a tape not recorded with this camcorder, sound quality may decrease. ❍ Sound quality may decrease when you add sound to the same scene for more than 3 times.
Page 91: Playing Back The Added Sound
Turn the SET dial down to increase the volume of Stereo 1 and up to increase the volume of Stereo 2. ❍ The camcorder resets to [STEREO1] when you turn the camcorder off. However, the mix balance is memorized by the camcorder.
Page 92: Connecting To A Computer Using A Dv (Ieee1394) Cable
❍ Operation may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications/settings of your computer. ❍ If the computer freezes while you have connected the camcorder, disconnect and reconnect the DV cable. If the problem persists, disconnect the interface cable, turn off camcorder and computer, turn camcorder and computer back on and reconnect them.
Page 93: Inserting And Removing A Memory Card
3. Push the memory card to release it. Remove the memory card. 4. Close the cover. ❍ This camcorder is compatible with SD Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards only. Do not use any other types of memory cards. ❍ Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards.
Page 94: Selecting The Image Quality/Size
Selecting the Image Quality/Size Changing the Still Image Quality You can choose from Superfine, Fine and Normal. CAMERA CARD SETUP Open the menu and select [CARD SETUP]. Select [IMG QUALITY], set it to [SUPER FINE] or [NORMAL] and close the menu. Changing the Still Image Size You can choose from 1632 CAMERA...
Page 95: Changing The Movie Size
Changing the Movie Size You can choose from 320 × 240 pixels and 160 × 120 pixels. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD SETUP Open the menu and select [CARD SETUP]. Select [MOVIE SIZE], set it to [160×120] and close the menu. ❍...
Page 96: File Numbers
CONTINUOUS The camcorder memorizes the file number of the last image and assigns the consecutive file number to the next image, even when a new memory card is inserted. (If a higher file number already exists on the memory card, the consecutive number will be assigned.)
Page 97: Recording Still Images On A Memory Card
Recording Still Images on a Memory Card You can record still images with the camcorder, from a tape in the camcorder or from devices connected via the DV terminal or AV terminal. You can also record a still image on the memory card while you record a movie on the tape.
Page 98 No focusing frame appears. In step 2, F turns green, and focus and exposure are locked. ❍ The camcorder shuts off when you do not operate it for 5 minutes to save power. “ continue recording, turn the POWER switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.
Page 99: Recording From A Tape In The Camcorder
2. Press the PHOTO button halfway when the scene you wish to record appears. • The camcorder pauses playback. The remaining image capacity and other information appear. • When you press the PHOTO button on the wireless controller, recording starts immediately.
Page 100: Image Size
When recording from a tape in the camcorder or other video devices: ❍ A still image recorded from an image in 16:9 format will be vertically compressed. ❍ The data code of the still image will reflect the date and time it has been recorded on the memory card.
Page 101: Using The Flash
The flash fires automatically according to the brightness of the subject. of the subject. With the OPTURA40, the assist lamp lights up to reduce the red-eye effect. With the OPTURA30, the flash fires a pre-flash for red-eye reduction. The flash always fires.
Page 102 (flash exposure compensation). ❍ For the red-eye reduction mode to be effective, the subject needs to look at the assist lamp (OPTURA40) or flash (OPTURA30). The degree of reduction depends upon the distance and on each individual.
Page 103 The AF-assist lamp lights up when you focus manually while the PHOTO button is pressed halfway and turns off after a short time. - The camcorder may not be able to focus even though the AF-assist lamp is lighting.
Page 104: Reviewing A Still Image Right After Recording
Reviewing a Still Image Right after Recording You can select to display a still image for 2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 seconds after it has been recorded. CAMERA CAMERA SETUP Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [REVIEW], select a setting option and close the menu.
Page 105: Recording Motion Jpeg Movies On A Memory Card
❍ Do not load/unload a cassette during recording. ❍ We recommend using a Canon SD Memory Card, or a SD Memory Card with a transfer rate of more than 2 MB/sec., right after you have formatted it with this camcorder.
Page 106 3. Press the start/stop button when the scene you wish to record appears. 4. Press the start/stop button to stop recording. When recording from a tape in the camcorder or other video devices: ❍ A movie recorded from an image in 16:9 format will be vertically compressed.
Page 107: Selecting The Focusing Point
❍ The focusing point can be selected only when Focus-Priority is set to [ON] in CARD CAMERA mode. ❍ The focusing point returns to the center if you turn off the camcorder, change from CARD CAMERA mode or move the program selector to [.
Page 108: Selecting The Drive Mode
Captures a quick series of still images while you press the PHOTO button. For the number of frames per second, refer to the table below. The camcorder records a still image in three different exposures (dark, normal, light in 1/2 EV steps), allowing you to choose the perfect exposed shot.
Page 109 Auto Exposure Bracketing CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD PLAY CARD CAMERA Press the PHOTO button. Three still images in different exposures are recorded to the memory card. Make sure that there is sufficient space on the memory card.
Page 110: Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode)
Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode) You can shoot a series of overlapping images and merge them into one large panoramic scene using the supplied software (PhotoStitch) on a computer. CARD +/– button When Recording in Stitch Assist Mode: PhotoStitch detects the overlapping portion of adjoining images and merges them. Try to include a distinctive item (landmark, etc.) in the overlapping portion.
Page 111 5. Record the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first image. • Minor discrepancies in the overlapped area can be corrected with the software. • You can retake an image by pressing the CARD +/– button to return to the previous image.
Page 112: Playing Back A Memory Card
(slide show without displaying them one by one ( CAMERA 1. Set the camcorder to CARD PLAY mode. 2. Press the CARD +/– button to move between images. 3. To play back a movie, press the e/a button. • The first scene appears as a still image when playback is complete.
Page 113: Slide Show
❍ Do not turn off the camcorder, change the position of the TAPE/CARD switch, disconnect the power source, open the memory card cover or remove the memory card while the card access indicator is flashing. Doing so could result in data damage.
Page 114 Card Jump Function You can locate images without displaying them one by one. The number in the upper right of the screen indicates the image number of the current image by the total number of images. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Press and hold the CARD + or CARD –...
Page 115: Protecting Images
Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure when displaying a single image or index screen. If a memory card is formatted, all still images and movies, even protected ones, will be erased permanently. ❍ The sample images recorded on the supplied SD Memory Card are already protected.
Page 116: Erasing Images
Erasing Images You can erase images singly or all at once. Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. ❍ Protected images cannot be erased. ❍ Movies can only be erased when the first scene is displayed as a still image. Erasing a Single Image CAMERA 1.
Page 117: Combining Images (Card Mix)
Combining Images (Card Mix) You can produce effects not possible with just a tape with the Card Mix function. Choose one of the sample images provided on the supplied SD Memory Card (such as picture frames, backgrounds and animations) and combine it with the live video recording.
Page 118 Card Animation (C. ANIMATION) Combines animations with your recordings. You can choose from 3 types of card animation effects. • Corner: Animation appears on the upper left and the lower right corner of the screen. • Straight: Animation appears on the top and bottom of the screen and moves to the right and left.
Page 119: Sample Images
• The combined image appears. ❍ Card mix cannot be used when [STILL I. REC] is set to [ NORMAL]. ❍ Movies recorded on a memory card cannot be combined with camcorder recordings. ❍ Additional sample images are provided on the supplied DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK.
Page 120 Card Animation The sample images recorded on the supplied SD Memory Card are intended only for the personal use with this camcorder. Do not use these sample images for other purposes. If you have mistakenly erased the sample images on the supplied SD Memory Card, they can be downloaded from the homepage http://www.canondv.com.
Page 121: Formatting A Memory Card
❍ Formatting a memory card erases all data, including protected images. ❍ Images erased by formatting cannot be recovered. ❍ If you use a memory card other than the supplied one, format it with the camcorder. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD OPERATIONS 1.
Page 122: Creating A Start-Up Image
Creating a Start-up Image You can create a start-up image using a still image on the memory card. CAMERA MY CAMERA 1. Select a still image with the CARD +/– buttons. 2. Open the menu and select [MY CAMERA]. 3. Select [CREATE START-UP IMAGE]. [SET THIS AS START-UP IMAGE?], [YES] and [NO] appears.
Page 123: Printing Still Images
Printing Still Images You can print still images by connecting the camcorder to a printer with Direct Print function. You can also use the print order settings for direct printing ( Following printers can be connected to your camcorder: Canon Printers Canon Direct Print/PictBridge compatible...
Page 124: Printing With The (Print/Share) Button
❍ Refer to the instruction manual of each printer for information on which interface cable to use with the camcorder. The Canon CP-Printers CP-10 and CP-100 are supplied with two direct interface cables. Use the cable with the USB logo on the connector (DIF-100).
Page 125 Press the SET dial during printing. A confirmation dialog appears. Select [OK] and press the SET dial. - Canon Bubble Jet Printer: Printing stops even if it is incomplete and the paper is fed through. - Canon CP-Printer: A print in progress cannot be stopped. Printing stops when the current print is finished and the remaining prints are canceled.
Page 126: Selecting The Print Settings
The image’s top, bottom and sides may be cropped slightly. ❍ [VIVID], [VIVID+NR] and [NR] can be selected with Canon Bubble Jet Printers. Available paper sizes vary depending on the printer model. PHOTO, FAST PHOTO, DEFAULT...
Page 127: Paper Settings
Paper Settings 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select [PAPER] and press the SET dial. 2. Turn the SET dial to select the paper size and press the SET dial. Select the paper size of the paper set in your printer. 3.
Page 128: Setting The Print Effect (Image Optimize)
Setting the Print Effect (Image Optimize) This function uses the camcorder's recording information to optimize the image data, yielding high quality prints. 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select (print effect) and press the SET dial.
Page 129 3. Turn the SET dial to select the paper size and press the SET dial. • Select the paper size of the paper set in your printer. • Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. 4.
Page 130 Selecting the Image Style 2. Make sure that the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select the image style and press the SET dial. Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. Selecting the Borders 2.
Page 131: Trimming Settings
• Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. ❍ About the color of the trimming frame (Canon CP-Printers only): - White: No trimming settings. - Green: Recommended trimming size. (The trimming frame may not appear in green depending on the image size, paper size or borders settings.)
Page 132: Printing With Print Order Settings
DPOF compatible printers ( images can be selected. Selecting Still Images for Printing (Print Order) Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the print orders. CAMERA 1. Select the still image you wish to print.
Page 133 Printing CAMERA PLAY (VCR) PRINT 1. Connect the printer to the camcorder ( 2. Open the menu and select [\ • The print setting menu appears. • “SET PRINT ORDER” appears, when you connect a printer with direct print function and select [\ PRINT] without having set the print order.
Page 134: Connecting To A Computer Using A Usb Cable
❍ Make sure that camcorder and computer are not connected with a DV cable before connecting the camcorder to the computer using the USB cable.
Page 135: Direct Transfer Windows Os Only
Preparations The first time you connect the camcorder to the computer, you need to install the software and set the auto-launch setting. 1. Install the supplied Digital Video Software. See Installing the Software in the Digital Video Software Instruction Manual.
Page 136: Transferring A Selected Image
2. Press the • The images are transferred to the computer and displayed in the Main Window of ZoomBrowser EX. • The camcorder displays the transfer menu when transfer is complete. Transferring a Selected Image CAMERA 1. Turn the SET dial to select [ 2.
Page 137 “already transferred”, and will be transferred again when you select [ button. With [ TRANSFER ORDERS], a confirmation button, the camcorder retains the transfer SELECT & TRANSFER] or [ WALLPAPER], the NEW IMAGES] later.
Page 138: Selecting Images For Transfer (Transfer Order)
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. A maximum of 998 images can be selected. Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the transfer orders. CAMERA 1. Select the image you wish to transfer.
Page 139: About The Network Mode
Manual. Connection 1. Install DV Messenger. If you wish to connect the camcorder using a USB cable, you also need to install the Canon USB Video Driver. 2. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder. 3. Press the small button below the POWER switch and turn the POWER switch to NETWORK.
Page 140: Screen Displays
Hiding/Showing the Displays on the TV Screen When you connect a TV for recording, you can select to show the camcorder displays on the TV screen. For playback, you can hide the camcorder displays on the TV screen. CAMERA DISPLAY SETUP/ Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ to [OFF] and close the menu.
Page 141 Screen Displays during Recording/Playback CAMERA Mode Image stabilizer ( Self-timer ( Zoom ( Skin detail ( Exposure ( Program AE ( Shutter speed ( Manual focus ( White balance ( Card mix ( 117) Digital effects ( Date and time ( AF/AE locked during still image recording ( Flash (...
Page 142 Remaining card capacity for still images ( 100) Still image size ( Movie size ( Remaining card capacity for movies ( 106) Camcorder shake warning Protect mark ( 115) File number ( Current image/ total images Length of the movie Lap time...
Page 143: List Of Messages
NO IMAGES No images are recorded on the memory card. CARD ERROR A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record or play back the image. The error may be temporary. If the message disappears after 4 seconds and the card and reinsert the card.
Page 144: Direct Print Related Messages
Waste tank is full. Refer to the instruction manual of your printer. You attempted to print an image that was made with another camcorder, has a different format, or was edited on a computer. You attempted to print an image that was made with another camcorder, has a different format, or was edited on a computer.
Page 145 Message CANNOT TRIM You attempted to trim an image with an image size of 160 × 120, or an image not recorded in the 4:3 ratio. READJUST TRIMMING You changed the print style after you set the trimming settings. PRINTER ERROR Cancel printing.
Page 146: Maintenance/Others
147). Storage ❍ If you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time, store it in a place free of dust, in low humidity, and at temperatures not higher than 86 ˚F (30 ˚C). ❍ After storage, check the functions of your camcorder to make sure that the camcorder is still working properly.
Page 147 ❍ To maintain the best picture quality, we recommend cleaning the video heads frequently with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette.
Page 148 How to avoid condensation: ❍ Unload the cassette, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag. When condensation is detected: ❍ The camcorder stops operating and the warning message “CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED”...
Page 149 ❍ Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use. ❍ Do not use spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes as they may damage the camcorder. ❍ Do not use tapes that have been jammed as video heads may become dirty.
Page 150 ❍ We recommend saving backups of memory card images on your computer’s hard drive or other external memory device. Image data may be corrupted or lost due to memory card defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon Inc. makes no warranties for corrupted or lost data.
Page 151: Using The Camcorder Abroad
You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult the Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Playback on a TV Screen You can only play back your recordings on TVs with NTSC system.
Page 152: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. Power Source Problem Camcorder will not turn The camcorder switches off by itself. Cassette compartment will not open.
Page 153 See reference page. Unload and reload the cassette. Change the remote sensor modes. Replace the batteries. Consult a Canon Service Center. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. Set the time zone, date and time, or replace the backup battery and reset the date and time.
Page 154 [MIC ATT] is set to [ON] in the menu. Camcorder is turned off, or is not set to PLAY (VCR) mode. Cassette is not loaded. Tape reached the end (“b ”...
Page 155 Memory card is not inserted. File number reached maximum value. SD Memory Card is protected. Memory card cannot be Camcorder is not set to played back. CARD PLAY mode. Memory card is not inserted. Image cannot be erased. Image is protected.
Page 156: System Diagram
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Commercially available DV Cable SDC-128M SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard IFC-300PCU USB Cable Canon printers with direct print function / PictBridge-compliant printers SC-A50 Soft Carrying Case NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L12, BP-2L14 Battery Pack CA-570 Compact Power Adapter NB-2L, NB-2LH,...
Page 157: Optional Accessories
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. Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon accessories.
Page 158 TL-H34 Tele-converter This Tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.5. • The image stabilizer is not as effective when the Tele-converter is attached. • The minimum focusing distance with the TL-H34 is 8.2 ft. (2.5 m); 0.98 in. (2.5 cm) at maximum wide angle.
Page 159 It can be used as directional microphone (monaural) or stereo microphone. 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 160: Specifications
Number of Recording Pixels File Format *This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between camcorders and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camcorder’s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.
Page 161 Headphone Terminal USB Terminal S-video Terminal Power/Others Power supply (rated) Power consumption (AF on) Operating temperature Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight (camcorder body only) CA-570 Compact Power Adapter Power supply Power consumption Rated output Operating temperature Dimensions Weight...
Page 162: Item Codes
Item Codes Provided Accessories Lens Cap CA-570 Compact Power Adapter NB-2LH Battery Pack STV-250N Stereo Video Cable SS-900 Shoulder Strap WL-D83 Wireless Controller IFC-300PCU USB Cable Optional Accessories BP-2L12 Battery Pack BP-2L14 Battery Pack NB-2L Battery Pack CB-2LT Battery Charger CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger S-150 S-Video Cable TL-H34 Tele-converter...
Page 163: Index
6-second auto date ... . 73 Abroad, using the camcorder . . . 151 Accessories....8, 157 Advanced accesory shoe .
Page 164 Manual focus ....52 Memory card....93 Menus ....37-44 MIC terminal .
Page 165 “AS IS” without warranty of any kind by CUSA, including any implied warranty regarding merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The sole warranty with respect to such non-Canon brand items is given by the manufacturer or producer thereof.
Page 166 Any recovery under this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the product. Canon Canada does not assume or authorize any other person to assume for Canon Canada any other liability with respect to this Canon product.

This manual is also suitable for:

Optura40 Optura 30 - optura 30 minidv camcorder Optura 40 - optura 40 minidv camcorder

Canon OPTURA30 Instruction Manual

Preparations

Recording

Playback

Quick Links

Instruction Manual

Related Manuals for Canon OPTURA30

Summary of Contents for Canon OPTURA30

This manual is also suitable for:

Table of Contents