Canon ZR25MC Manuel d'instructions

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10EMasteringthe BasicsTAPE/CARD switch (p. 19)POWER indicator (p. 19)Viewfinder (p. 115, 121)Viewfinder protect cover (p. 121) POWER switch (p. 19)Vie

100EUsing a Memory CardViewing Still ImagesCARD SLIDESHOWCARDINDEX SCREENCAMERACAMERAOFFPLAY(VCR)POWERDIGITALEFFECTSSLIDE SHOW/MIXON/OFFMENUCARDTAPE

101EUsing a Memory Card2Slide ShowWith an image in the display, press the SLIDE SHOW button.• The images play back one after the other for 5 seconds e

102EUsing a Memory CardPreventing Accidental Erasure (Protect)CARD SLIDESHOWCARDSLIDE SHOW/MIXSelect important images and protect them from accident

103EUsing a Memory CardErasing Still ImagesCARD SLIDESHOWCARDSLIDE SHOW/MIXErase images singly or all at once. • You cannot erase protected images.

104EUsing a Memory Card4. Select ALL.• ERASE ALL IMAGES? [EXCEPT FOR IMAGES] NO YES appears inthe display.5. Select YES.• All images except the prote

105EUsing a Memory CardCombining Images and Recording Them to a Cassette (Card Mix)Liven up your productions by superimposing one image on top of the

106EUsing a Memory CardCAM. CHROMA (Camera chroma key)Superimpose the currently recording image on top of a still image, whichbecomes its background.

107EUsing a Memory Card4. Select the desired setting.• Your currently recording image is combined with the pre-recorded stillimage.5. Select MIX LEVEL

108EUsing a Memory CardCopying Still Images from a CassetteFOCUSAE SHIFTCopies multiple still images from a tape to the memory card, using the PhotoSe

109EUsing a Memory CardCopying Memory Card Still Images to a CassetteCARDSLIDE SHOW/MIXFOCUSAE SHIFTMake sure a memory card that has images recorded o

11EMasteringthe Basics SETREWPLAYFFSTART/STOPPHOTOSELFTIMERMENUTVSCREENDATACODE–CARD+AUDIOMONITORRECPAUSESEARCHSELECTSLIDESHOWZERO SETMEMORYAUDIODUB.S

110EUsing a Memory CardMarking a Still Image for Printing (Print Mark)An image on a memory card must be marked before it can be printed. Thecamcorder

111EUsing a Memory CardFormatting a Memory CardFormat new memory cards, if you get the message CARD ERROR, or topermanently and quickly erase all the

112EUsing a Memory CardOther Information and PrecautionsThe camcorder formats memory cards in DCF (Design rule for Camera Filesystem).Images recorded

113EUsing a Memory Card• Do not leave memory cards in places subject to high temperature or highhumidity.• Moving a memory card rapidly between hot an

114EUsing a Memory CardCard luminance keyCamera chroma keyMultiMediaCard MMC-8M SpecificationsCapacity 8 MBInterface MultiMediaCard standardOperating

115EAdditionalInformationPreparing the Camcorder• Set the camcorder to TAPE CAMERAmode. Extend the viewfinder straightout, then adjust the viewfinder

116EAdditionalInformationBe careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight, or it willmelt. (The light is concentrated by the viewfind

117EAdditionalInformationNotes on Using the BatteriesCharging and recording times• These times vary — the safest policy is always to have 2 or 3 times

118EAdditionalInformationTaking care of the battery packBDAlways attach the terminal cover.• Do not allow any metal objects totouch the terminals, as

119EAdditionalInformationDANGER!Treat the battery pack with care.• Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).• Do not expose the battery pack to te

12EMasteringthe BasicsPowering Your CamcorderBefore operating your camcorder, you will need to use the power adapter to: Provide power from an AC outl

120EAdditionalInformationMaintenanceAvoid high temperatures and high humidity.• Do not leave the camcorder inside a car in hot weather, for example.•

121EAdditionalInformationViewfinder• Clean the viewfinder screen. Rotate theviewfinder upwards. Remove theviewfinder protect cover and clean byinserti

122EAdditionalInformationPower sources• You can use the compact power adapter to operate your camcorder and chargebattery packs in any country where t

123EAdditionalInformationCondensationCondensation may form on the camcorder when it is moved from a cold place to awarm place. Using the camcorder whi

124EAdditionalInformationTroubleshootingCause and/or what to do about it• The camcorder is not set to theappropriate mode ( 19, 27).• The cassette is

125EAdditionalInformationNote:• Some subjects are not suitable for autofocus. In these situations, you will oftenget better results using manual focus

126EAdditionalInformation• The speaker has been turned off withthe selector dial ( 30).• Headphones are being used.? There’s no sound coming from thes

127EAdditionalInformationMiscellaneousCause and/or what to do about it• The remote sensor mode is set toOFFB in the menu ( 46).• The remote sensor mod

128EAdditionalInformationThe ZR25 MC System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area)MMC-8MMultiMediaCard orSD Memory CardPC Card Reader

129EAdditionalInformationOptional AccessoriesCall or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories.You can also obtain genuine

13EMasteringthe BasicsAttaching and charging the battery packsYour battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should haveenough

130EAdditionalInformationFS-30.5U Filter SetNeutral density and MC protector filters tohelp you take control of difficult lightingconditions.VL-10Li B

131EAdditionalInformationSC-A50 Soft Carrying CaseThis lightweight bag keeps the camcorderwithin easy reach without weighing youdown or getting in the

132EAdditionalInformationScreen DisplaysTo display the date and time, press theDATA CODE button. See also p. 73.Press the wireless controller’s TVSCRE

133EAdditionalInformationFast forward ( 27)Rewind ( 27)Fast forward playback( 28)Rewind playback ( 28)Frame advanceplayback ( 28)Frame reverseplayback

134EAdditionalInformationZero set memory( 77)Audio mode ( 63)Data code ( 73)Photo mode ( 51)• Setting the AF/AE. Fmark flashes white• AF/AE locked. Fm

135EAdditionalInformationAUDIO INMIC.INDV INMix balance ( 89)Audio input ( 87)Microphone input DV input ( 79, 99)Condensation warning( 123)ST–1 ST–2

136EAdditionalInformationRecording reminderWhen you start recording, thecamcorder counts from 0SEC to10SEC. Shots which are shorter thanten seconds ma

137EAdditionalInformationAppears as a warningto protect the cassetteand also whencondensation isdetected. Remove thecassette as soon aspossible after

138EAdditionalInformationAppears immediatelyafter you startrecording, and thevideo heads are badlycontaminated. Makesure to clean the videoheads when

139EAdditionalInformationSpecificationsZR25 MCPower Supply (rated): 7.4 V DCPower Consumption (while recordingwith the AF turned on):3.6 W (Using view

14EMasteringthe Basics5. When charging is complete, disconnect the power adapter from thecamcorder. Unplug the power cable from the AC outlet, thendis

140EAdditionalInformationIndex16:9, 22ÅAbroad, Using the Camcorder, 122Accessories, 7, 129Adapter, AC, 12-14, 16AE Programs, 54AE Shift, 67Analog line

141EAdditionalInformation˜Maintenance, 120Making Better Videos, 34Manual Focus, 70Memory Card Introduction, 92Menus, 37Microphone, 63, 86Monitor Recor

142EAdditionalInformation◊VCR, 31Vertical Wipe, 59Videocassettes, 17Video Heads, 122Video ID-1 system, 32Viewfinder, 115, 121Viewing Still Images, 100

143EAdditionalInformationMenu at a GlanceUse the list below to quickly navigate the camcorder’s menu. Functions are listedalphabetically.FunctionFirst

144EAdditionalInformationFunctionFirst make sure the camera is set to...Then select it from this submenu and set.Mirror modeMix levelMix typeOutput ch

145EAdditionalInformationU.S.A.CANON®ZR25 MC DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER LIMITEDWARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc

146EAdditionalInformationCANADACANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITEDWARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc

15EMasteringthe BasicsCHARGEThe Compact Power Adapter CA-560 included with the camcorder can be usedalong with the CR-560 Kit for 3 different ways to

16EMasteringthe Basics3. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs from a household ACoutlet.1 or 2 battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Compact Power Adap

17EMasteringthe BasicsLoading a Cassette1. Make sure that you have attached a power source.2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch (on the bottom of thecam

18EMasteringthe BasicsProtecting tapes from accidental erasureTo protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette sothat

19EMasteringthe BasicsBasic RecordingHave you completed the following steps?• Attached a power source ( 12).• Removed the lens cap ( 115) and fastened

Introduction2EWARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSETHIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.Important Usage InstructionsDigital

20EMasteringthe Basics4. Slide the program selector to [.• This selects the camcorder’s Easy Recording program. It allows you tosimply point and shoot

21EMasteringthe BasicsYou can record and play back a tape in SP (standard play) and LP (long play)modes. LP extends tape usage by 1.5 times.Changing t

22EMasteringthe BasicsConfirmation/Warning beepsThe camcorder’s short operation confirmation beeps are indicated by ` in theillustrations. Beeps sound

23EMasteringthe Basics200× digital zoom Card 40×Magnifies the camcorder’s zoom range by up to 20× (up to 4× when using amemory card).The zoom control

24EMasteringthe BasicsUsing the LCD ScreenSlide the LCD panel OPEN button andopen the panel by pulling it away fromthe camcorder. This automaticallysw

25EMasteringthe BasicsNotes:• Avoid touching the LCD screen when moving the LCD panel.• Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD panel or the viewfinder.•

26EMasteringthe Basics REC REC PAUSE EJECT• These and all other indicators appear normally in the viewfinder.Allowing the subject to monitor rec

27EMasteringthe BasicsPlaying Back a CassetteYou can use the LCD screen for instant, on-the-spot playback. The camcorder alsoplays back the sound trac

28EMasteringthe BasicsFrame AdvanceTo play back frame by frame, press the+/ ae button repeatedly duringplayback pause.Press and hold to play back cont

29EMasteringthe BasicsSlow Reverse PlaybackTo play back in reverse at about 1/5 normal speed, press the –/4a button andthen the SLOW M button during n

Introduction3EIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIn these safety instructions the word“product” refers to the Canon Digital VideoCamcorder ZR25 MC and all i

30EMasteringthe BasicsBuilt-in speakerThe camcorder has a built-in speaker so you can review the sound track alongsidethe picture during tape playback

31EMasteringthe BasicsAV/PHONES•••AVVCR SET UP Connections for Playback on a TV ScreenYou can connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR in order to play ba

32EMasteringthe BasicsWhen connecting for playback on a TV screen, make sure the AV/headphoneterminal is switched to AV. If PHONES appears in the disp

33EMasteringthe BasicsIf your TV (or VCR) has audio/video input terminalsVIDEOINPUTAUDIOLRIN/OUTMICAVWhen connecting for playback on a TV screen, make

34EMasteringthe BasicsTips for Making Better VideosCompositionThe most important element in the scene does not have tobe in the center. For a more int

35EMasteringthe BasicsPicture angleCamcorder movesClose-upInstead of zooming while recording, tryto choose your picture angle before youbegin. A good

36EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTurning the Image Stabilizer OffMENUWith most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeabledurin

37EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the MenusMany of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus whichappear in the display. There

38EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSelecting from the Menus1. Turn the POWER switch and the TAPE/CARD switch to thedesired settings.2. Press the MENU

39EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesCAM.MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE CARD MIX CAM.SET UP VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN 1352

Introduction4E14. Lightning — For added protection of thisproduct during a lightning storm, or whenit is left unattended and unused for longperiods of

CAM. MENU, cont.40EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesVCR MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE VCR SET UP CARD SET UP CARD OPER. DISP.SET UP SYST

41EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesVCR SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE REC MODE••••SP OUTPUT CH•••L/R AUDIO DUB.••AUDIO IN WIND SCREEN•––

CAM.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE SHUTTER•••••AUTO D.ZOOM••••••40× IMAGE S. •ON WHITE BAL.••AUTO RETURNqetwrCARD SET UP SEL.SETSET

43EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesVCR SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE AV/PHONES•••AV RETURNoDISP.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENU

44EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSYSTEM SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE WL.REMOTE••• 1 BEEP••••••••ON RETURN!4!6!5DISP.SET UP SEL.SET

45EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the Wireless ControllerThe supplied wireless controller canoperate the camcorder from a distanceof up to 16 f

46EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTo prevent interference from otherCanon wireless controllers being used nearby, there are 2 remote sensormodes and

47EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesIf your wireless controller isn’t working:Make sure the camcorder and the wireless controller are both set to the s

48EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the Date and TimeThe date and/or time display forms part of the data code. You can choose todisplay or hide

49EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTime zoneLONDONPARISCAIROMOSCOWDUBAIKARACHIDACCABANGKOKH. KONG (Hong Kong)TOKYOSYDNEYSOLOMONWELLGTN (Wellington)SAM

Important Usage Instructions ...2IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS ...3Thank you for Choosing a Canon ...

50EUsing the Full Range of Features1. Open the menu and select SYSTEM.2. Select D/TIME SET.• The year display starts to flash.3. Turn the selector dia

51EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTaking Still Pictures to a CassetteYou can record still pictures like a photograph. The camcorder records the pictu

52EUsing the Full Range of Features• If the subject is unsuitable for autofocus ( 125), the camcorder may notbe able to focus, and Fmay continue to fl

53EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSearching and Reviewing While RecordingWhen the camcorder is in record pause mode, you can use record review to pla

54EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the Various Recording ProgramsPThe camcorder provides you with a choice of 7 recording programs. They usediff

55EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the program AE mode1. Slide the program selector to Q (program AE) mode.2. Press the selector dial in to di

56EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesPortraitUse this program outdoors to make subjectsstand out from a softened foreground andbackground. It works well

57EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUse this program in places where thebackground is so bright that the subject appearsunderexposed in the display — a

58EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing Digital Effects• The types of digital effects you are able to use depends on the setting of theTAPE/CARD swit

59EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesFade Trigger (FADE-T)Vertical Wipe (WIPE )Horizontal Wipe (WIPE )When you start recording, the picturebegins as a t

In addition to the contents andindex please refer to:• Finding Your Way Around the ZR25 MC ( 9)• Screen displays ( 132)• Troubleshooting — in case you

60EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesEffectsArt (ART)Adds a paint-like effect,calledsolarization, tothe image.Sepia (SEPIA)Makes amonochromeimage with a

61EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesDigital effects can be set with the controls on the body of the camcorder or thewireless controller. Pressing the ▲

62EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSound records/plays back normally.When operating effects in TAPE CAMERA or CARD CAMERA mode, makesure the program s

63EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAudio RecordingTo switch to the 16-bit mode, open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Thenselect AUDIO MODE, set it to

64EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTo turn it on, open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then select WINDSCREEN, set it to ON and close the menu.•WSO is

65EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesThis is useful when you want to include yourself in the picture when recordingmovies or still photographs.1. Press

66EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesNotes:• To cancel the self-timer before the countdown has begun, press the SELFTIMER button.• To cancel the self-t

67EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing AE ShiftBy controlling the level of the automatic exposure (AE) function, you can lightenor darken the image

68EUsing the Full Range of Features1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode.2. Press the selector dial in and choose AUTO from the

69EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesGuidelines for shooting using high shutter speeds• When shooting with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, do not s

To get started we suggest that youmaster the basic operations of thecamcorder first, before moving on touse its full range of features.Introduction7ET

70EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAdjusting Focus ManuallyRECSEARCHFOCUSAE SHIFTRECSEARCHManual focusUse the selector dial to set the focus.• Turn th

71EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the White Balance1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode.2. Open the menu and select C

72EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the white balance manually will probably work betterthan auto white balance when shooting:Subjects with one

73EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesDATACODECAMERAOFFPLAY(VCR)POWERMENUDuring TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode, the data code can be displayed or hidden whilethe c

74EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesYou can also choose to display camcorder data (shutter speed and exposuresettings) in cassette data codes.To change

75EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSix-second auto dateThe 6-second auto date appears for 6 seconds to mark the changeover of a day ifthe tape was bei

76EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSearching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search)This allows you to move quickly through still pictures recorded anywhe

77EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesReturning to a Pre-Marked PositionUse the wireless controller to mark a point on a tape that you want to return tof

78EEditingEditing to a VCR1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the sectionyou want to copy.2. Start to play it back while you mon

79EEditingREWPLAYFFRECPAUSESEARCHSELECTZERO SETMEMORYAUDIODUB.STOPAVINSERTPAUSESLOW+ /– /×2REC PAUSE(LINE-IN)RECSEARCHFOCUSAE SHIFTRECSEARCHDigital vi

Lets you record vivid, virtually blur-free still images of moving subjectsonto a memory card.Introduction8EStabilizes yourrecordings even in longtelep

80EEditingCopyright signalCertain pre-recorded software tapes are copyright protected. If you try to playback such a cassette, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PL

81EEditingOUTPUTVIDEOS(S1)-VIDEOAUDIOLRREC PAUSE(LINE-IN)RECSEARCHFOCUSAE SHIFTRECSEARCHSDVIN/OUT IN/OUTIN/OUTMICAVRecording from a VCR, TV or Analog

82EEditing1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the sectionyou want to copy and set it to playback pause mode.2. Press the REC PAU

83EEditingRecording Over Existing Scenes (AV Insert Editing)OUTPUTVIDEOS(S1)-VIDEOAUDIOLRSDVIN/OUT IN/OUTIN/OUTMICAVYou can insert new scenes from you

84EEditingTV:You cannot insert AV from a TV program with anomalous synchronized signals,such as when the program itself received poor signals.The tape

85EEditing1. On the VCR, locate a point 3 seconds before the scene to beinserted. Set the VCR to playback pause mode.2. On the camcorder, press PLAY a

86EEditingAudio DubbingOUTPUTAUDIOLRIN/OUTMICAVYou can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape from audioproducts (AUDIO IN) or with th

87EEditing1. Open the menu and select VCR SET UP.2. Select AUDIO DUB.3. Select AUDIO IN or MIC. IN and close the menu.AUDIO DUB.••AUDIO IN VCR SET

88EEditing4. Locate the point where you want to start audio dubbing, then pressthe PAUSE button.• You can use the playback buttons on the body of the

89EEditingSetting the Audio MixAUDIOMONITORMIXBALANCEST-1ST-2CAMERAOFFPLAY(VCR)POWERWhen you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode, you ca

9EMasteringthe BasicsFinding Your Way Around the ZR25 MCEasyRecordingProgramAEProgram selector (p. 54)DC IN9.5VCHARGEMENU button (p. 38)LCD screen (p.

90EEditingWhen you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels,you can change the output channels of that sound.+1. Load a tap

91EEditingBy using a DV cable and connecting the camcorder to a PC equipped with a DVterminal conforming to IEEE 1394/DV compatible capture board, you

92EUsing a Memory CardThe camcorder can take, store and manage still images on 2 types of memorycards: the MultiMediaCard (supplied with the camcorder

93EUsing a Memory CardSelecting the recording image qualitySelect the quality of a still image to be recorded.QUALITY•••••FINECARD SET UP( 37)To chang

94EUsing a Memory CardFINE Approx. 124 KB...save high quality images, print out, etc.Approx. 60 imagesImagequalityNecessary memoryper imageUse when yo

95EUsing a Memory CardFile numbers1 CONTINUOUSNumbering is continuous between cards, so thatthe first file number assigned on a new memorycard is 1 mo

96EUsing a Memory CardRecording Still Images to a Memory Card3412POWERCARDTAPECAMERAOFFPLAY(VCR)The camcorder’s Progressive Photo function lets you ta

97EUsing a Memory CardNotes:• To use the self-timer ( 65), press the button before step 3, and then pressthe PHOTO button fully down.• The wireless c

98EUsing a Memory CardRecording an Image from a Cassette as a Still ImageRECSEARCHFOCUSAE SHIFTRECSEARCH123Record an image from a cassette onto a memo

99EUsing a Memory CardRecording from Another DV Device as a Still ImageCAMERACAMERAOFFPLAY(VCR)POWERCARDTAPE1. Connect the camcorder to the other digi