Canon DC 100 Manuel d'utilisateur

EnglishEnglishPUB.DIE-262PALIntroductionPreparationsBasic FunctionsAdvanced FunctionsEditing FunctionsDisc FinalizationExternal ConnectionsTrouble?Do’

10To change the operating modeIn addition to turning the camcorder on and off, the power switch also toggles the camcorder’s operating mode.From the O

11IntroductionEComponents GuideButtons and switches other than ( ) are indicated throughout the manual as (for example, ).FUNC. button ( 35) AV OUT

12Buttons and switches other than ( ) are indicated throughout the manual as (for example, ).Mode switch ( 37) LCD screen ( 17)Zoom lever ( 25) (rec

13IntroductionEScreen DisplaysRecording MoviesOperating mode ( 9)Recording program ( 37)Self timer ( 44)White balance ( 45)Image effect ( 47)Digital e

14Playing Movies (Index Screen)Current scene number / Total number of scenes ( 26)Date and time of recordingPlaying Movies (During Playback)Disc opera

15PreparationsEPreparationsGetting StartedStep 1: Preparing the Power SupplyThe camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the com

16* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off. Turn off the camcorder before connecting or d

17PreparationsEStep 2: Preparing the Camcorder1. Turn on the camcorder.2. Adjust the viewfinder.Keep the LCD panel closed to use the viewfinder and ad

18Step 4: Changing the Display LanguageOptions1. Press .2. Select ( ) [DISPLAY SETUP] and press ( ).3. Select ( ) [LANGUAGE ] and press ( ).4. Select

19PreparationsETime ZonesOnce you have set the time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock every time you travel to another time zone

2IntroductionImportant Usage InstructionsWARNING!TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

20Step 7: Loading and Removing a DiscInserting the DiscTo change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes (9).1. Move the power switch t

21PreparationsEA confirmation message will appear on the screen. Select ( ) [YES] and press ( ) to start the disc initialization.• The disc initializa

22Basic Func tionsRecordingRecording MoviesTo change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes (9).1. Open the LCD panel and the lens cov

23Basic FunctionsRecordingEpower switch towards MODE and release it, or move the power switch to and back to ON. About the LCD and viewfinder scree

24Recording Still Images* only. To change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes (9).1. Open the LCD panel and the lens cover (move t

25Basic FunctionsRecordingEZooming* only. To change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes (9).: In addition to the 25x optical zoom,

26PlaybackPlaying Back MoviesTo change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes (9).The scene index screen appears with the selection fr

27Basic FunctionsPlaybackE Slow Forward Playback / Slow Reverse PlaybackDuring playback pause, press or . Repeatedly press the button to increase

28Viewing Still ImagesTo use the still images functions, you will need to set [STILL IMAGES] to [ON] beforehand ( 9). : You can view still images alr

29Basic FunctionsPlaybackEImage Jump FunctionYou can also quickly locate a specific image without having to browse all of them one by one.Push the mul

3The Advantages of DVDsRECORDINGWith a DVD you just press the recording start/stop button and the camcorder will find the empty space on the disc ( 22

30Selecting the Recording Data DisplayThe camcorder keeps a data code containing the recording date and time and other camera data such as shutter spe

31Advanced FunctionsEAdvanced FunctionsOptions Lists – MENU / FUNC.Menu items not available appear in black on the screen. For details about how to se

32[ON], [ OFF]The camcorder records the still image only after the focus has been adjusted. Set it to [ OFF] if you wish to record a still image as s

33Advanced FunctionsE[NO], [YES]This option is available only in the playlist index screen.[NO], [YES][NO], [YES]Display Setu p (LCD Brightness, Langu

34[ON], [ OFF]The demonstration mode displays the camcorder’s main features. It starts automatically when the camcorder is powered with the power adap

35Advanced FunctionsE[ NORMAL TV], [ WIDE TV]In order to display the picture in full and in the correct aspect ratio, select the setting according to

36( 48)[D.EFFECT OFF], [ BLK&WHT][ HIGH QUALITY], [ STANDARD PLAY], [ LONG PLAY] Approximate recording times with a brand new DVD-R disc are as f

37Advanced FunctionsRecording ProgramsERecording ProgramsUsing the Recording Programs* only. To change the operating mode, refer to About the Operati

38Selecting the Recording Program* only. To change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes ( 9).Move the mode switch between the recor

39Advanced FunctionsRecording ProgramsEIf the optimal exposure cannot be obtained, try the following actions. Manually adjust the exposure ( 41). Ch

4An Introduction to DVDsYou have probably heard of DVD discs and they come in various types and in two sizes - the more common 12 cm DVDs and 8 cm Min

40Using the Aperture-Priority AE ModeYou can select an aperture value, and the camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed most appropriate for the

41Advanced FunctionsMore Recording OptionsEMore Recording OptionsManually Adjusting the ExposureAdjust the exposure when a subject is underexposed (fo

42Manually Adjusting the FocusAutofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually.* only. To change the operating mod

43Advanced FunctionsMore Recording OptionsEChanging the Autofocus ModeYou can change the AF (autofocus) frame selection mode.* only. To change the op

44Using the Self Timer* only. To change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes (9).: Set the camcorder in record pause mode.“ ” appea

45Advanced FunctionsMore Recording OptionsESetting the White BalanceYou can choose one of the preset settings to reproduce colors more accurately, or

46 Custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases:- Changing lighting conditions- Close-ups- Subjects in a single color (sky,

47Advanced FunctionsMore Recording OptionsEApplying Image Enhancing EffectsYou can record with different color saturation and contrast effects.* only

48Using the Digital Effects[ FADER] FadersBegin or end scenes with a fade to or from black. You can preview the effect on the display.[ EFFECT] Effect

49Advanced FunctionsMore Recording OptionsESetting* You can preview the effect on the screen before pressing ( ).** The selected effect icon appears

5Differences in Available Features Depending on the DiscThe camcorder’s features and functions available will differ depending on the type of disc you

50Setting“ ” appears.Applying 1. Press to capture the images.2. Press to record the multi-image screen displayed.Digital Effects iconMULTI-SPress

51Advanced FunctionsMore Recording OptionsESelecting the Size and Quality of Still ImagesStill images are recorded on the disc using the JPEG (Joint P

52Editing Func tionsEditing the Scenes (DVD-RW in VR mode only)Creating a PlaylistCreate a playlist to easily edit your movies (for example, change th

53Editing FunctionsEditing the Scenes (DVD-RW in VR mode only)EDeleting ScenesYou can delete those scenes that you are not interested in keeping. Reme

54* When you are deleting the playlist, this menu option will be replaced by [PLAYLST ALL DEL].Dividing a SceneYou can divide your recordings in order

55Editing FunctionsDisc OptionsEDisc OptionsProtecting the DiscYou can protect the whole disc to prevent the accidental erasure of important recording

56Changing the Disc TitleBefore you finalize your disc, you can give it a title. The disc title will be displayed on the index screen when playing the

57Editing FunctionsStill Image OptionsEStill Image Options Erasing Still ImagesBe careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered.Still

58Converting Still Images into Photomovie ScenesStill images are recorded using JPEG compression, but a DVD player only recognizes the MPEG standard.

59Disc FinalizationEDisc Fina lizationPreparing your Disc for Playing on a DVD Player – [FINALIZE]To play the disc you recorded on a DVD player, a com

6Table of contentsIntroductionThe Advantages of DVDs ...3An Introduction

60Finalizing the DiscThe length of the finalization process depends on the scenes recorded and the remaining free space on the disc.* During the disc

61Disc FinalizationERecording Additional Movies on a Finalized Disc – [UNFINALIZE]You can record additional movies after the finalization by unfinaliz

62External ConnectionsConnecting to a TV and VCRPlaying Back on a TV ScreenSelecting the Type of TV To change the operating mode, refer to About the O

63External ConnectionsConnecting to a TV and VCREConnection Diagram: TVs with SCART terminal1. Turn off all devices before starting the connections.2.

64Recording to a VCRYou can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. For a connection diagram showing how

65Trouble?ETrouble?TroubleshootingIf you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if

66Recording• The disc’s rotation can be faintly heard.• Occasionally the operation sound can be heard.The disc is activated from time to time. This is

67Trouble?EPlayback/EditingProblem SolutionPressing the playback button does not start playback.Check that the disc contains recorded scenes. –Load a

68Playing Back the Disc in an External DVD DeviceExternal DVD device refers to DVD players, DVD recorders, computer’s DVD drives and other digital dev

69Trouble?ECANNOT DIVIDE THE SCENEPhotomovie scenes cannot be divided. 58You may not be able to divide very short scenes. –Scenes cannot be divided wh

7IntroductionEManually Adjusting the Focus...42Changing the Autofocus Mode ...

70Do’s & Don’tsHandling PrecautionsCamcorder Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts while the DISC access indicator is on o

71Do’s & Don’tsE Although the battery pack’s operating temperature range is from 0 °C to 40 °C, the optimal range is from 10 °C to 30 °C. At cold

72Maintenance/OthersStorage 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 temp

73Do’s & Don’tsECondensation may form in the following cases:How to avoid condensation: Do not expose the camcorder to sudden or extreme changes

74Additiona l InformationSystem Diagram (Availability differs from area to area)BP-208 Battery PackCG-300EBattery ChargerSTV-250N Stereo Video CableCA

75Additional InformationEOptional AccessoriesBattery PacksWhen you need extra battery packs, select only the BP-208 battery pack.CG-300E Battery Charg

76SC-2000 Soft Carrying CaseA handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories.This mark identifies genuine Canon vide

77Additional InformationESpecificationsDC100/DC95SystemDisc Recording System Video: DVD-VIDEO (VIDEO mode) DVD-VR (VR mode) only with 8 cm DVD-RWVide

78CA-570 Compact Power AdapterBP-208 Battery PackWeight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notic

79Additional InformationEIndex16:9 screen ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Point AiAF* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43AAbroad

8About this ManualThank you for purchasing the Canon DC100/DC95. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for futu

80Recording - Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Recording - Still images* . . . . . . . . . . . 24Recording data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9IntroductionESelecting MENU options1. Press .2. Select ( ) the desired menu from the left side column and press ( ).The title of the selected menu ap