Manual Canon ZR400

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  • Canon ZR400 - page 1

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  • Canon ZR400 - page 3

    3 Introduction E In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon Digital V ideo Camcorder ZR400 A and all its accessories. 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for f ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 4

    4 14.Lightning — For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, disconnect it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. 15.Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extens ...

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    5 Introduction E Using this Man ual Thank you for purchasing the Canon ZR400. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Change the display language before you begin ( 73). Symbols and References Used in This Manual  : Precautions related to the camcorder operation.  : Additional topics ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 6

    6 T able of contents Introduction Using this Manual ............................................................................................5 Checking Supplied Accessories ......................................................................8 Components Guide...................................................................................... ...

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    7 Introduction E Editing Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device .................................................76 Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) .................78 Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) ....................................79 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digit a ...

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    8 Checking Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) NB-2LH Battery Pack Lithium Button Battery CR1616 WL-D85 Wireless Controller Lithium Button Battery CR2025 for Wireless Controller Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord STV -250N S tereo Video Cable IFC-300PCU USB Cable DIGIT AL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK MMC-16M MultiMediaCard WA-28 Wid ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 9

    9 Introduction E Components Guide ZR400 REC SEARCH – button ( 28) / (record review) button ( 28) / (rewind) button ( 32) / CARD – button ( 101) REC SEARCH + button ( 28) / (fast forward) button ( 32) / CARD + button ( 101) LCD BACKLIGHT button ( 21) WIDESCREEN button ( 65) / DA T A CODE button ( 67) NIGHT MODE button ( 48) / (stop) button ( 32) ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 10

    10 Dioptric adjustment lever ( 18) Viewfinder ( 18) BA TT . button ( 13) Power switch ( 5) Cassette compartment cover ( 16) Cassette compartment ( 16) OPEN/EJECT switch ( 16) Zoom lever ( 29) Finger rest T APE/CARD switch ( 5) Using a tape Using a memory card PHOTO button ( 91) S trap mount ( 143) Grip belt ( 18) S tart/stop button ( 25, 96) ...

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    11 Introduction E T erminal cover Remote sensor ( 20) Assist lamp ( 48) S tereo microphone A V terminal ( 35) DV terminal ( 76) USB terminal ( 1 1 1, 121) T ripod socket ( 31) ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 12

    12 Wireless Controller WL-D85 T ransmitter ZERO SET MEMORY button ( 70) ST ART/STOP button ( 25, 96) PHOTO button ( 91) CARD –/+ buttons ( 101) Zoom buttons ( 29) DA TE SEARCH / buttons ( 71) PLA Y button ( 32) REW button ( 32) FF button ( 32) –/ button ( 33) STOP button ( 32) P AUSE button ( 33) +/ button ( 33) SLOW button ( 33) x 2 button ( 3 ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 13

    13 Basic Functions Preparations E Basic Functions Preparations Pre paring the P ow er Supply Att aching the Battery Pack 1. T urn the POWER switch to OFF . 2. Attach the battery p ack to the camcorder . • Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack. • Press lightly and slide it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Charging the Batte ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 14

    14 Using a Household Power Source Connect to a household power source to use the camcorder without worrying about the battery power . Y ou can keep the battery pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed. 1. T urn the POWER switch to OFF . 2. Connect the power cord to the power adapter . 3. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 4. Conn ...

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    15 Basic Functions Preparations E  Charging, Recording and Playback Times Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or playback conditions. * Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off. Actual time may be shorter .  We recommend charging the battery pack i ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 16

    16 Loading/Unloading a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. 1. Slide the OPEN/EJECT switch and open the cassette compartment cover . The cassette compartment opens automatically . 2. Load/unload the cassette. • Load the cassette with the window facing the grip belt. • Unload the cassette by pulling it straight out. 3. Press th ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 17

    17 Basic Functions Preparations E Installing the Backup Ba tter y The backup battery (lithium button battery CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain date, time ( 22 ) and other 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 backu ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 18

    18 Pre paring the Camcorder Adjusting the Viewfinder (Dioptric Adjustment) 1. T urn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed. 2. Pull out the viewfinder . 3. Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever . 4. Push the viewfinder back in. Att aching the Lens Cap 1. Attach the cord to the lens cap. 2. Pass the grip belt through the loop on the cord. Pre ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 19

    19 Basic Functions Preparations E Mounting the Wide Att achment The W A-28 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspective for indoor shots or p anoramic views (0.6x). The wide attachment is for use at maximum wide-angle. Screw the wide attachment fully into the lens filter thread.  Do not look directly at the sun or other strong light sources thro ...

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    20 Using the Wir eless Controller Point it at the camcorder ’ s remote sensor when you press the buttons. Inserting the Battery The wireless controller operates with a lithium button battery CR2025. 1. Press the tab and pull out the battery holder . 2. Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up. 3. Insert the battery holder .  ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 21

    21 Basic Functions Preparations E Adjusting the L CD Scr een Rot ating the LCD Screen Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. • Y ou can rotate the panel by 90 degrees outward. • Y ou can rotate the panel by 180 degrees inward. LCD Backlight Y ou can switch the brightness of the LCD screen between normal and bright by pressing the LCD BACKLIGHT button. ...

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    22 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 T ime 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. T urn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to select [T ...

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    23 Basic Functions Preparations E 7. Press the MENU button to close the menu and to start the clock. 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. No. Time zone No. T i ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 24

    24 Displaying Date and Time during Recording Y ou can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen. 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. T urn the SET dial to select [DISPLA Y SETUP/ ] and press the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to select [D/T DISPLA Y] and press the SET dial. 4. T urn the SET dial to select [ON]. 5. ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 25

    25 Basic Functions Recording E Recording Recording Mo vies on a T a pe Recording 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA and the T APE/CARD switch to . 3. Open the LCD panel. 4. Press the start/stop button to begin recording. Press the start/stop button again to pause recording. When Y ou Have Fin ...

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    26  About the LCD and viewfinder screen: The screens are produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or green dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfu ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 27

    27 Basic Functions Recording E 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu. When [LCD MIRROR] is set to [ON], some screen displays appear mirror- reversed. Screen Displays during Recording Tim e C od e Indicates the recording time in hours, minutes and seconds. Remaining tape Indicates the remaining time of the tape in minutes. “ ” moves during ...

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    28 Reviewing and Searching when Recording Record Review 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 (record review) button. The camcorder rewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and returns to record pause mode. Record Se ...

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    29 Basic Functions Recording E Zooming The camcorder is equipped with optical zoom and digital zoom. 14x Optical Zoom Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide- angle). Move it toward T to zoom in (telephoto). Press the zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom. Press harder for a faster zoom.  Y ou can also use the T and W buttons on the wireles ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 30

    30 56x/280x Digit al Zoom When the digital zoom is activated, the camcorder automatically switches between optical and digital zoom. With digital zoom, image resolution becomes lower the more you zoom in. Digital zoom cannot be used in CARD CAMERA mode. 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. T urn the SET dial to select [CAMERA SETUP] and pr ...

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    31 Basic Functions Recording E 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. For More St ability Lightin ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 32

    32 Playback Playing Back a T ape 1. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode. Set the POWER switch to PLA Y (VCR) and the T APE/CARD switch to . 2. Open the LCD panel. Y ou can also close the LCD panel with the screen facing outward. 3. Press the button to rewind the ta pe. 4. Press the / button to begin playback. 5. Press the button to stop playback. ...

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    33 Basic Functions Playback E Special Playback Modes / (Playback Pause) T o pause playback, press the / button during normal playback. (Fast Forward Playback) / (Rewind Playback) Plays back the tape at 9.5 times normal speed (forward or reverse). Press and hold the button during normal playback or fast forward. –/ (Reverse Playback) Press the but ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 34

    34 Adjusting the V olume 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 p anel. T urn the SET dial up to increase the volume, and down to lower the volume. • A volume bar appears for 2 seconds. • Y ou can turn off the volume completely by turn ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 35

    35 Basic Functions Playback E Playing Back on a TV Screen TVs with Audio/Video T erminals Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. 1. T urn off all devices before starting the connections. 2. Connect the STV -250N Stereo V ideo Cable to the camcorder ’ s A V terminal and the audio/video terminals on the TV/VCR. Connect the white plug to th ...

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    36 Selecting the Audio Output Channel Y ou can select the output channels when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels. 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. T urn the SET dial to select [AUDIO SETUP] and press the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to select [OUTPUT CH] and press the SET dial. 4. T urn the SET dial to select a ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 37

    37 Advanced Functions E Advanced Functions 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. T urn the SET dial to sele ct a submenu and press the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to select a menu item and pres ...

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    38 Menu and Default Settings Default settings are shown in boldface. CAMERA MENU CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLA Y Submenu Menu Item Setting Options D.EFFECT SETUP CARD MIX 105 D.E.SELECT , F ADER, EFFECT , MUL TI-S 60 F ADER TYPE F ADE-T , WIPE, CORNER, JUMP , FLIP , PUZZLE, ZIGZAG , BEAM, TIDE EFFECT TYPE ART , BLACK&WHITE, SEPIA, MOS ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 39

    39 Advanced Functions E DISPLA Y SETUP/ BRIGHTNESS 74 LCD MIRROR ON , OFF 26 TV SCREEN ON , OFF 125 D/T DISPLA Y ON, OFF 24 LANGUAGE See list of languages. 73 DA TE FORMA T 73 DEMO MODE ON , OFF 75 SYSTEM WL.REMOTE ON , OFF 74 BEEP ON , OFF 74 T .ZONE/DST See list of time zones. 22 D/TIME SET 22 MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND OFF , DEF AUL T , MY SOUND 72 SH ...

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    40 PLA Y (VCR) MENU CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLA Y Submenu Menu Item Setting Options D.EFFECT SETUP D.E.SELECT , FADER, EFFECT , MUL TI-S 60 F ADER TYPE F ADE-T , WIPE, CORNER, JUMP , FLIP , PUZZLE, ZIGZAG , BEAM, TIDE EFFECT TYPE ART , BLACK&WHITE, SEPIA, MOSAIC, BALL, CUBE, WA VE, COLOR MASK, MIRROR M.S.SPEED MANUAL, F AST , MODERA ...

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    41 Advanced Functions E SYSTEM WL.REMOTE ON , OFF 74 BEEP ON , OFF 74 T .ZONE/DST See list of time zones. 22 D/TIME SET 22 MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND OFF , DEF AUL T , MY SOUND 72 SHTR SOUND OPER.SOUND SELF-T SOUND Submenu Menu Item Setting Options ...

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    42 CARD CAMERA MENU CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLA Y Submenu Menu Item Setting Options D.EFFECT SETUP EFFECT , BLACK&WHITE 63 CAMERA SETUP SHUTTER AUTO , 1/60, 1/100, 1/250 55 A.SL SHUTTER ON , OFF 56 WHITE BAL. AUTO , SET , INDOOR , OUTDOOR 53 FOCUS PRI. ON , OFF 98 NIGHT MODE NIGHT , NIGHT+ , S.NIGHT 48 SELF TIMER ON , OFF 57 SKIN DE ...

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    43 Advanced Functions E MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND OFF , DEF AUL T , MY SOUND 72 SHTR SOUND OPER.SOUND SELF-T SOUND Submenu Menu Item Setting Options ...

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    44 CARD PLA Y MENU CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLA Y Submenu Menu Item Setting Options CARD OPERA TIONS (Single Image Display) PRINT ORDERS ALL ERASE NO , YES 120 TRANS.ORDERS ALL ERASE NO , YES 124 IMAGE ERASE CANCEL , SINGLE, ALL 104 FORMA T CANCEL , EXECUTE 109 CARD OPERA TIONS (Index Screen) PROTECT 103 PRINT ORDER 11 9 TRANSFER ORDER 1 ...

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    45 Advanced Functions Recording E Recording Using the R ecor ding Pr og rams 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 t ...

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    46 A vailability of Functions in Each Mode: : Available : Not available A: Auto setting : Can be used only in CAMERA mode. Selecting the Easy Recording Program Set the program selector to EASY . “ EASY” appears. Recording Program Image S tabilizer (on) Focus (A) White Balance (A) Wind screen (A) Shutter S peed (A) (A) AE Shift Digital Effect s ...

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    47 Advanced Functions Recording E Selecting the Program AE Mode 1. Set the program selector to . 2. Press the SET dial. A list of the program AE modes appears. 3. Select a mode and press the SET dial. The symbol of the mode appears on the upper left corner of the screen.  The setting resets to the Auto mode when you change the position of the pr ...

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    48 Using the Night Modes 1. Set the program selector to . 2. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [NIGHT MODE], select a setting option and close the menu. 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.  Moving s ...

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    49 Advanced Functions Recording E Skin Detail Function When shooting close-ups of people, the camcorder automatically softens det ails to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections for a more complimentary appearance. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [SKIN DET AIL], set it to [SOFT] and close the menu.  Skin detail function canno ...

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    50 Adjusting the AE Shift Y ou can adjust the AE (auto exposure) function to lighten or darken the image. This allows you to compensate for backlit or overexposed scenes. Available Levels: –2 to +2, in 0.25 intervals (excluding –1.75 and +1.75). 1. Set the program selector to . 2. Set the program AE mode to a mode other than the Easy Recording, ...

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    51 Advanced Functions Recording E Adjusting the Focus Man uall y Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually . 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. Adjust the zoom before the focus. 3. Press the FOCUS butto ...

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    52 Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. Press the FOCUS button more than 2 seconds after step 2 in Adjusting the Focus Manually . “MF ” appears. When you operate the zoom or turn the SET dial, “ ” disappears and the camcorder changes to manual focus. ...

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    53 Advanced Functions Recording E Setting the W hite Balance Y ou can use the preset modes to reproduce colo rs more accurately , or set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting. 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 camco ...

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    54  Use the auto setting for normal outdoor scenes.  When the program selector is set to EASY , white balance is preset to [AUTO].  The camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off. However , it resets to [AUT O] when you change the position of the T APE/CARD switch.  When you have set the custom white bala ...

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    55 Advanced Functions Recording E Setting the Shutter Speed Y ou can adjust the shutter speed manually to make stable shots of fast moving subjects. 1. Set the program selector to . 2. Set the program AE mode to the (Auto) mode. 3. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. 4. Select [SHUTTER]. 5. Select the shutter speed and press the SET dial. 6. C ...

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    56 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. However , you can set the camcorder not to use a slow shutter speed. Open the menu and sele ...

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    57 Advanced Functions Recording E Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used for recording movies and still images. When recording movies 1. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [SELF TIMER], set it to [ON ] and close the menu. “ ” appears. 2. Press the start/stop button. • The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second coun ...

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    58 Changing the R ecor ding Mode (SP/LP) Y ou can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usage by 1.5 times. T o change to LP mode, open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [REC MODE], set it to [LP] and close the menu.  T apes recorded in LP mode cannot be used for audio dubbing.  Depending on the natur ...

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    59 Advanced Functions Recording E A udio R ecor ding Changing the Audio Mode Y ou can record sound in two audio modes—16-bi t 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 . Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP] ...

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    60 Using Digital Ef fects Faders ( 62) Begin or end scenes with a fade to or from black. Fade T rigger (F ADE-T) Wipe (WIPE) Corner Wipe (CORNER) Jump (JUMP) Flip (FLIP) Puzzle (PUZZLE) Zigzag (ZIGZAG) Beam (BEAM) Tide (TIDE) ...

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    61 Advanced Functions Recording E Effect s ( 63) Add flavor to your recordings. Multi-Image Screen ( 64) Captures moving subjects in 4, 9 or 16 sequences of still images and displays them at one time. Sound will be recorded normally . Art (ART) Black and White (BLACK&WHITE) Sepia (SEPIA) Mosaic (MOSAIC) Ball (BALL) Cube (CUBE) W ave (W A VE) Co ...

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    62 A vailability of Digit al Effects by Operating Modes: : Available : Not available * : Black and White only . Selecting a Fader In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to . 1. Open the menu and select [D.EFFECT SETUP]. 2. Select [D.E.SELECT] and set it to [F ADER]. 3. Select [F ADER TYPE], select a setting option and close the menu. The name of ...

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    63 Advanced Functions Recording E Selecting an Effect In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to . 1. Open the menu and select [D.EFFECT SETUP]. 2. Select [D.E.SELECT] and set it to [EFFECT]. 3. Select [EFFECT TYPE], select a setting option and close the menu. The name of the selected effect flashes. 4. Press the DIGIT AL EFFECTS ON/OFF button. ? ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 64

    64 Using the Multi-Image Screen Y ou can operate the multi-image screen only in the following playback modes: • When [M.S.SPEED] is set to [MANUAL]: Playback pause, slow forward/reverse playback • When [M.S.SPEED] is set to [F AST], [MODERA TE] or [SLOW]: Playback pause In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to . 1. Open the menu and select [ ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 65

    65 Advanced Functions Recording E Widescr een TV R ecording (16:9) The camcorder uses the full width of the CCD providing high-resolution 16:9 recording. When you turn off the image stabilizer , you will get a larger horizontal angle of view . Press the WIDESCREEN button. • “ ” appears. • The LCD screen switches to the “letterbox” displ ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 66

    66 Playback Magnifying the Ima ge The playback image can be magnified up to 5 times. 1. Move the zoom lever toward T . • The image is magnified by 2 times. • A frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area. • T o further enlarge the image, move the zoom lever toward T . T o shrink the image below 2 times magnification, move the ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 67

    67 Advanced Functions Playback E Displaying the Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code cont aining recording date and time and other camera data such as shutter speed and exposure (f-stop). When you play back a t ape, you can display the data code and select the data code combination you wish to display . Selecting the Date/Time Display Comb ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 68

    68 Displaying the Dat a Code Press the DA T A CODE button.  The data code will not display the next time you turn on the camcorder .  Only date and time appear in CARD PLA Y 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. Open the menu and select [DISPLA ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 69

    69 Advanced Functions Playback E End Search When you have played back a tape, you can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene. 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. • Pres ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 70

    70 Retur ning to a Pr e-mar ked P osition 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 . 1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button at the point you wish to return to later . • ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 71

    71 Advanced Functions Playback E Date Search Y ou can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. This function is operated with the wireless controller . Press the or button to begin searching. • Press more than once to search for further date changes (up to 10 times). • Press the STOP butto n to stop searching.  ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 72

    72 Other Functions Customizing the Camcorder Y ou can personalize your camcorder by custom izing 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 1. Open the menu and select [MY CAMERA]. 2. Select the menu item you wish to change. ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 73

    73 Advanced Functions Other Functions E Changing the Display Language The language used for screen display and menu items can be changed. The available set of languages varies depending on the region. Follow the procedure below to check which set of languages are provided with your camcorder . T o change the display language, open the menu and sele ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 74

    74 Other Camcorder Settings Beep Y ou 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. T o turn the beep off, open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 75

    75 Advanced Functions Other Functions E Turning Off the Image St abilizer 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 of f when you mount the camcorder on a tripod. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [IMG ST AB ], set ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 76

    76 Editing R ecor ding to a V CR or Digital Video De vice Y ou 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 . Connecting the Devices Connecting a VCR See Playing Back on a TV Screen ...

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    77 Editing E  When connecting a VCR, the quality of the edited tape will be slightly lower than that of the original.  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 ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 78

    78 R ecor ding fr om Analog V ideo De vices (V CR, TV or Camcor der) Y ou can record videos or TV programs from a VCR or analog camcorder on the tape in the camcorder . 1. Connect the camcorder to the analog video device. See Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 35). 2. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode and load a blank cassette. 3. Connected device: ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 79

    79 Editing E Recording fr om Digital V ideo De vices (D V Dubbing) Y ou can record from other digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal with virtually no loss in picture and sound quality . 1. Connect the camcorder to the digital video device. See Connecting a Digital Video Device ( 76). 2. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode and load a b ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 80

    80 Copyright Signal Certain software t apes are copyright protected. If you attempt to play back such tape, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLA YBACK IS RESTRICTED” appears and you will not be able to view the contents of the tape. If you attempt to record from such t ape via the DV terminal, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED” appears and you wi ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 81

    81 Editing E Con v er ting Analo g Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Conv er ter) 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 . Connecting the Devices T urn off ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 82

    82  Depending on the signal sent from the connected device, the conversion from analog to digital signals might not work properly (e.g., signals that include copyright protective signals or anomalous signals such as ghost signals).  For normal use, set [A V DV] to [OFF]. If it is set to [ON], digital signals cannot be input via the camcorder ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 83

    83 Editing E Audio Dubbing Y ou can add sound from audio devices (AUDIO IN) or with the built-in microphone (MIC.IN). This function is operated with the wireless controller . Connecting Connecting an Audio Device Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. Dubbing 1. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode and load a recorded casset ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 84

    84 5. Press the AUDIO DUB. button on the wireless controller . “AUDIO DUB.” and “ ” appear . 6. Press the P AUSE button on the wireless controller to begin dubbing. • Audio device: Begin playback. • Microphone: Speak into the microphone. 7. Press the STOP button on the wireless controller to stop dubbing. Audio device: S top playback. ? ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 85

    85 Editing E Playing Back the Added Sound Y ou can select to play back Stereo 1 (original sound), S tereo 2 (added sound), or adjust the balance of both sounds. 1. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [12bit AUDIO], select a setting and close the menu. • STEREO1: Plays back the original sound. • STEREO2: Plays back the added sound. ? ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 86

    86 Transfer ring Video R ecordings to a Computer T ransferring Using a DV Cable Y ou can transfer recordings to a computer equipped with a IEEE1394 (DV) terminal or IEEE1394 capture board. Use the editing software supplied with your computer/capture board to transfer video recording from tape to computer . Refer to the instruction manual of the sof ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 87

    87 Using a Memory Card E Using a Memory Card Inser ting and R emo ving a Memor y Card Y ou can use MultiMediaCards or commercially available SD Memory Cards with this camcorder . The SD Memory Card has a protect switch to prevent accidental erasure. Inserting the Card 1. T urn off the camcorder . 2. Open the cover . 3. Insert the memory card straig ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 88

    88 Selecting the Image Quality/Size Changing the Still Image Quality Y ou can choose from Superfine, Fine and Normal. 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 Y ou can choose between 1 152 x 864 pixels and 640 x 480 pixels. Open the menu and sel ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 89

    89 Using a Memory Card E Changing the Movie Size Y ou can choose between 320 x 240 pixels and 160 x 120 pixels. Open the menu and select [CARD SETUP]. Select [MOVIE SIZE], set it to [160x120] and close the menu.  Movies are recorded with Motion JPEG compression.  The maximum recording time of movies that can be recorded on a memory card vary ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 90

    90 File Numbers Images are automatically assigned file numbers from 0101 to 9900 and stored in folders containing up to 100 images. Folders are assigned numbers from 101 to 998. Y ou can choose to use consecutive file numbers (CONTINUOUS) or to reset the file number each time a different memory card is inserted (RESET). W e recommend setting the fi ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 91

    91 Using a Memory Card E Recording Still Ima ges on a Memor y Card Y ou can record still images with the camcorder, from a t ape in the camcorder or from devices connected via the DV terminal or A V terminal. Y ou can also record a still image on the memory card while you record a movie on the tape. 1. Set the camcorder to CARD CAMERA mode. A white ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 92

    92  Connection to a computer or PictBridge compliant printer will not work when the memory card contains more than 1800 images. For best performance, we recommend not recording more than 100 images on the memory card when you plan to connect the camcorder to a computer or printer . When you are using a Macintosh computer , you may not be able to ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 93

    93 Using a Memory Card E Recording from a T ape in the Camcorder 1. Play back the tape. 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 immediat ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 94

    94 Screen Displays during Still Image Recording Still Image Quality Indicates the image quality of the still image. Remaining Card Capacity for S till Images flashing in red: No card in green: 6 or more images in yellow: 1 to 5 images in red: No more images • The indication may not decrease even though a recording has been made, or may decrease b ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 95

    95 Using a Memory Card E Re viewing a Still Image Right after R ecor ding Y ou can select to display a still image for 2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 seconds after it has been recorded. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [REVIEW], select a setting option and close the menu.  A still image is displayed as long as you hold the PHOTO button after re ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 96

    96 Recording Mo vies on a Memor y Car d Y ou can record Motion JPEG movies with the camcorder, from a t ape in the camcorder or from devices connected via the DV terminal or the A V terminal. The sound of a movie recorded on a memory card will be monaural. 1. Press the start/stop button to begin recording. 2. Press the start/stop button to stop rec ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 97

    97 Using a Memory Card E Recording from Other Video Devices Y ou can record movies from devices connected via the A V terminal (analog line-in function), or via the DV terminal on a memory card. For connecting instructions, refer to page 35 and 76. 1. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode. • If a cassette is loaded, make sure the tape is stopped. ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 98

    98 Selecting the Focusing P oint The subject you wish to record is not always in the center of the screen. In the Focus- Priority mode, you can choose from one of three focusing points to automatically put the subject you wish into sharp focus. The exposure will be adjusted automatically matching the selected focusing point. When the program select ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 99

    99 Using a Memory Card E Recording Panoramic Ima ges (Stitch Assist Mode) Y ou can shoot a series of overlapping images and merge them into one large panoramic scene using the supplied software (PhotoS titch) on a computer. When Recording in Stitch Assist Mode: PhotoS titch detects the overlapping portion of adjoining images and merges them. T ry t ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 100

    100 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. • Y ou can retake an image by pressing the CARD +/– button to return to the previous image. • A maximum of 26 images can be recorded. 6. Press the button after the last image. For ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 101

    101 Using a Memory Card E Playing Back a Memor y Car d Y ou can display a single image, 6 at one time (index screen 102), or one after another (slide show 102). Use the Card Jump function to quickly locate an image without displaying them one by one ( 102). 1. Set the camcorder to CARD PLA Y mode. 2. Press the CARD +/– button to move between imag ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 102

    102 Slide Show 1. Press the SLIDE SHOW button. Images are played back one after another . 2. Press the SLIDE SHOW button to stop the slide show . Index Screen 1. Move the zoom lever toward W . • Up to 6 images appear . • With movies, the index screen can only be started when the first scene is displayed as a still image. 2. T urn the SET dial t ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 103

    103 Using a Memory Card E Protecting Ima ges Y ou 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 . Movies can only be protected when the first scene is displayed as a still image. 1. Selec ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 104

    104 Erasing Ima ges Y ou 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 1. Select the image you wish to erase. 2. Press the SET dial to open the F ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 105

    105 Using a Memory Card E Combining Images (Car d Mix) Y ou can produce effects not possible with just a tape with the Card Mix function. Choose one of the sample images provided on the supplied DIGIT AL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK (such as picture frames, backgrounds and animations) and combine it with the live video recording. Card Chroma Key (CARD CHROM ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 106

    106 Card Animation (C. ANIMA TION) Combines animations with your recordings. Y ou can choose from 3 types of card animation effects. • Corner: Animation appears on the upper left and the lower right corner of the screen. • S traight: Animation appears on the top and bottom of the screen and moves to the right and left. • Random: Animation mov ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 107

    107 Using a Memory Card E 6. Select [MIX TYPE]. [CARD CHROMA], [CARD LUMI.], [CAM. CHROMA] and [C. ANIMA TION] appears. 7. Select the mix type matching the sample image you have selected. • The screen shows the combined image. • When you have selected [C. ANIMA TION], select [ANIMA T . TYPE] and select between [CORNER], [STRAIGHT] and [RANDOM]. ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 108

    108 Sample Images Below are some sample images provided on the supplied DIGIT AL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK. Card Chroma Key Card Luminance Key Camera Chroma Key Card Animation The sample images provided on the supplied DIGIT AL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK are intended only for the personal use with this camcorder . Do not use these sample images for other purpos ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 109

    109 Using a Memory Card E For matting a Memor y Car d Format new memory cards, or when you get the message “CARD ERROR”. Y ou can also format a memory card to erase all data recorded on it.  Formatting a memory card erases all data, including protected images.  Images erased by formatting cannot be recovered.  If you use a memory card ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 110

    110 Creating a Star t-up Ima ge Y ou can create a start-up image using a still image on the memory card. 1. Select a still image with the CARD +/– buttons. 2. Open the menu and select [MY CAMERA]. 3. Select [CREA TE ST ART -UP IMAGE]. [SET THIS AS ST ART -UP IMAGE?], [YES] and [NO] appears. 4. Select [YES]. [OVERWRITE MY IMAGE?], [NO] and [YES] a ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 111

    111 Direct Printing E Direct Printing Printing Still Images Y ou can print still images by connecting the camcorder to a printer with direct print function. Y ou can also use the print order settings for direct printing ( 1 19). Following printers can be connected to your camcorder: *Includes the CP-330/CP-220/CP-300/CP-200. Connecting the Printer ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 112

    112 If continues to flash (for more than 1 minute) or if , or does not appear , the camcorder is not correctly connected to the printer . In such case, disconnect the cable from camcorder and printer , turn off camcorder and printer , turn both back on and reconnect the camcorder to the printer .  Refer to the instruction manual of each printer ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 113

    113 Direct Printing E 3. T urn the SET dial to select [PRINT] and press the SET dial. • Printing starts. The print setting menu disappears when printing is complete. • If you wish to continue printing, select another still image with the CARD +/– button.  Observe the following precautions during printing, otherwise printing may not be perf ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 114

    114 Selecting the Print Settings The procedure for selecting the number of copies is common to all printers. Other print setting procedures vary depending on your printer model. Check which icon appears in the upper left corner of the camcorder screen after connecting, and refer to the relevant pages accordingly . Selecting the Number of Copies A m ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 115

    115 Direct Printing E Paper Settings 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select [P APER] and press the SET dial. 2. T urn 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. T urn the SET dial to select the paper type and press the SET dial. Select the paper type o ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 116

    116 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. 2. T urn the SET dial to sele ct a setting and press the SET dial. Setting the Print St ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 117

    117 Direct Printing E 3. T urn 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. T urn the SET dial to select (BORDERS) and press the SET dial. 5. T urn the SET dial to select a borders option and pres ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 118

    118 Selecting the Image Style 2. Make sure that (IMAGE) is selected and press the SET dial. 3. T urn 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. T urn the SET dial to select (BORDERS) and press the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to sele ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 119

    119 Direct Printing E Printing with Print Order Settings Y ou can select still images for printing and set the number of copies. These print order settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards and can be used for printing on DPOF compatible printers ( 1 1 1). A maximum of 200 still images can be selected. Selecting St ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 120

    120 Erasing All Print Orders 1. Open the menu and select [CARD OPERA TIONS]. 2. Select [ PRINT ORDERS ALL ERASE]. “ERASE ALL PRINT ORDERS?”, [NO] and [YES] appears. 3. Select [YES]. All “ ” disappear . 4. Close the menu. Printing 1. Connect the printer to the camcorder ( 1 1 1). 2. Open the menu and select [ PRINT]. • The print setting me ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 121

    121 T ransferring Images E Transferring Images Transfer ring Memor y Car d Ima ges to a Computer With the supplied USB cable and Digital Video Sof tware, you can browse and archive images or arrange still images for printout. For details, refer to the Digital V ideo Sof tware Instruction Manual . Users of Windows OS can also transfer images to the ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 122

    122 Direct T r ansfer Y ou can transfer images to the computer with the (print/share) button. Prep arations The first time you connect the camcorder to the computer , you need to install the sof tware and set the auto-launch setting. 1. Install the supplied Digit al Video Sof tware. See Installing the Sof tware in the Digital V ideo Sof tware Instr ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 123

    123 T ransferring Images E 2. Press the button. • 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. • T o cancel transfer, turn the SET dial to select [CANCEL] and press the SET dial, or press the MENU button. T ransferring a Sel ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 124

    124 Selecting Images for T r ansfer (T ransfer Order) Y ou can select images for transfer to the computer. These transfer settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) st andards. A maximum of 200 images can be selected. Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the transfer orders. 1. Select the image you ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 125

    125 Additional Information E Additional Information Screen Displays Hiding the Displays on the LCD Screen Y ou can hide the displays on the LCD screen to have a clear screen for playback. Open the menu and select [DISPLA Y SETUP/ ]. Select [DISPLA YS], set it to [OFF <PLA YBK>] and close the menu. • W arning messages still appear , and the ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 126

    126 Screen Displays during Recording/Playback CAMERA Mode (see also 27) PLA Y (VCR) Mode Digital ef fects ( 60) Date and time ( 22) AF/AE locked during still image recording ( 9 1 ) Skin detail ( 49) Zoom ( 29) Self-timer ( 57) Image stabilizer ( 75) Self-timer countdown ( 57) Recording mode ( 58) T ape operation Program AE ( 45) Condensation warni ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 127

    127 Additional Information E CARD CAMERA Mode (see also 97) CARD PLA Y Mode Focusing frame ( 98) S titch assist ( 99) Camcorder shake warning ( 56) Slide show ( 102) Data code ( 67) Lap time Length of the movie Current image/total images File number ( 90) Protect mark ( 103) ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 128

    128 List of Messages Memory Card Related Messages Message Explanation SET THE TIME ZONE, DA TE AND TIME Y ou have not set the time zone, date and time. This message appears each time you turn the power on until you set the time zone, date and time. 22 CHANGE THE BA TTERY PA C K Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. 13 THE T ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 129

    129 Additional Information E Direct Print Related Messages Following messages may appear on the camcorder screen. On printers equipped with an operation panel, an error number or message displays on the panel. Refer to the printer manual for the remedies corresponding to the error numbers or messages. UNIDENTIFIABLE IMAGE Image is not recorded with ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 130

    130 PRINTER ERROR Cancel printing. Turn of f the printer and turn it back on. Check the printer status. PRINT ERROR Cancel printing, disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer . After a while, turn the printer back on and reconnect the USB cable. Check the printer status. When you are printing using the button, check the print settings. HARD ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 131

    131 Additional Information E Maintenance/Others Camcorder Handling Precautions  Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel or viewfinder .  Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures, such as a sun- heated car , and high humidity .  Do not use the camcorder near strong electric or magnetic fields such as above TVs, ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 132

    132 Vie wf in de r  Clean the viewfinder screen using a blower brush or a commercially available cleaning cloth for glasses. Video Heads  When the playback picture becomes distorted, the video heads need to be cleaned.  T o maintain the best picture quality , we recommend cleaning the video heads frequently with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Vi ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 133

    133 Additional Information E When condensation is detected:  The camcorder stops operating and the warning message “CONDENSA TION HAS BEEN DETECTED” appears for approx. 4 seconds and “ ” starts flashing.  If a cassette is loaded, the warning message “REMOVE THE CASSETTE” appears and “ ” starts flashing. Remove the cassette imm ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 134

    134 About the battery terminal cover The battery terminal cover has a [ ]-shaped hole. This is useful when you wish to differentiate between charged and uncharged battery packs. For example, with charged battery packs, attach the terminal cover so that the [ ]-shaped hole shows the blue label. Lithium Button Battery Handling Precautions  Do not ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 135

    135 Additional Information E  With cassettes equipped with a memory function, metal plated terminals may become dirty with use. Clean the terminals with a cotton swab after about 10 times of loading/ unloading. The memory function is not supported by the camcorder . Protecting T apes from Accidental Erasure T o protect your recordings from accid ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 136

    136 Using the Camcorder Abroad Power Sources Y ou 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 Y ou can only play back your recordi ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 137

    137 Additional Information E T roubleshooting 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 Recording/Playback Problem Cause Solution Camcorder will not turn on. Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. 13 Battery pack is ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 138

    138 Recording Problem Cause Solution Image will not appear on the screen. Camcorder is not set to CAMERA mode. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 25 “SET THE TIME ZONE, DA TE AND TIME” appears on the screen. Time zone, date and time are not set. Set the time zone, date and time. 22 Backup battery is exhausted. Replace the backup battery and rese ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 139

    139 Additional Information E Playback Editing Problem Cause Solution Pressing the playback button does not start playback. Camcorder is turned off, or is not set to PLA Y (VCR) mode. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode. 32 The T APE/CARD switch is set to CARD. Set the T APE/CARD switch to T APE. 32 Cassette is not loaded. Load a cassette. 16 T ap ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 140

    140 Memory Card Operation Problem Cause Solution Memory card cannot be inserted. Memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the memory card over and reinsert it. 87 Memory card cannot be recorded. Memory card is full. Replace the memory card or erase images. 87 Memory card is not formatted. Format the memory card. 109 Memory card is not ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 141

    141 Additional Information E System Diag ram (Availability dif fers fr om area to ar ea) NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L12, BP-2L14 Battery Pack CB-2L T Battery Charger CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger SC-A50 Soft Carrying Case STV -250N S tereo Video Cable CA-570 Compact Power Adapter Commercially available DV Cable SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case SC-1000 Soft Carryin ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 142

    142 Optional Accessories Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories. Y ou can also obtain genuine accessories for your Canon camcorder by calling: 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. Information Center . Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs, select from the following: NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L12, BP-2L14. CB-2L T Ba ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 143

    143 Additional Information E WS-20 Wrist S trap Use this for extra additional protection for active shooting. Shoulder Strap Y ou can attach a shoulder strap for more security and portability . Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap. SC-1000/SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 144

    144 Specifications ZR400 System Video Recording System 2 rot ary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system), digital component recording Audio Recording System PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch); 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch) T elevision System EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal Image Sensor 1/4.5-inch CCD, ap ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 145

    145 Additional Information E CA-570 Comp act Power Adapter NB-2LH Battery Pack MMC-16M MultiMediaCard Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice. Power/Others Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC Power consumption (AF on) 2.6W (using viewfinder), 3.5W (using LCD screen in normal brightness) Opera ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 146

    146 Item Codes Provided Accessories Lens Cap D52-0300-000 CA-570 Compact Power Adapter 8468A002AA NB-2LH Battery Pack 9612A001AA STV -250N S tereo Video Cable 3067A002AA (D82-0590-201) WL-D85 Wireless Controller D83-0712-000 IFC-300PCU USB Cable 6906A001AA W A-28 Wide Attachment D55-0270-000 Optional Accessories BP-2L12 Battery Pack 7871A002AA BP-2 ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 147

    147 Additional Information E Index 12bit audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 16:9 widescreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 6-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 A Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . 136 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 142 AE Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 148

    148 O Operating Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Output channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 P Playback - Memory card . . . . . . . . . . 101 Playback - T ape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Playback pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Portrait mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Power adapter . . ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 149

    149 Additional Information E CANON CONSUMER DIGIT AL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED W ARRANTY FOR THE UNITED ST A TES The warranty set forward below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. with respect to equipment purchased in the United S tates. The limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of your Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase. Canon consum ...

  • Canon ZR400 - page 150

    150 CANON CONSUMER DIGIT AL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED W ARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (“Canon Canada”) with respect to Canon digital video equipment purchased in Canada. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of a bill of sale or other proof of purchase for this Canon digital video e ...

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3. Tips how to use the basic functions of the device Canon ZR400 - which should help us in our first steps of using Canon ZR400
4. Troubleshooting - systematic sequence of activities that will help us diagnose and subsequently solve the most important problems with Canon ZR400
5. FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
6. Contact detailsInformation about where to look for contact to the manufacturer/service of Canon ZR400 in a specific country, if it was not possible to solve the problem on our own.

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