Page 2 - Important Usage Instructions
2 Introduction Important Usage Instructions WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOI...
Page 3 - Getting to Know the Camcorder; What is so special about recording on flash memory?; Your videos and photos are recorded in the built-in memory (; Other features of this camcorder; mode), recording is as simple as pressing a
3 Getting to Know the Camcorder What is so special about recording on flash memory? Your videos and photos are recorded in the built-in memory ( / / only) or on a memory card (SD or SDHC card). Recording on flash memory means that there are no moving parts in the recorder unit of the camcorder. To y...
Page 4 - Table of contents; Overview
4 Table of contents Introduction ______________________________ 3 Getting to Know the Camcorder 8 About this Manual 10 Overview 10 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 11 Components Guide 14 Screen Displays Preparations _____________________________ 17 Getting Started 17 Charging the Battery Pack 19 Pre...
Page 5 - Basic Recording
5 Table of contents Video ____________________________________ 31 Basic Recording 31 Shooting Video 32 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) 32 Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom 34 Quick Start Function 35 Basic Playback 35 Playing Back the Video 37 Selecting What Recordings to Play ...
Page 7 - Appendix: Menu Options Lists
7 Table of contents 77 Transferring Photos to a Computer (Direct Transfer) 80 Transfer Orders Additional Information ______________________ 81 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 81 FUNC. Menu 83 Setup Menus 83 Camera Setup (Zoom Type, Image Stabilizer, etc.) 85 Memory Operations (Initialization, etc.) 85 ...
Page 8 - Troubleshooting; Conventions Used in this Manual; About this Manual; DIGITAL VIDEO Solution Disk
Introduction 8 Thank you for purchasing the Canon LEGRIA FS22/FS21/FS20/FS200*. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting ( 90). * Availability differs from area to area...
Page 9 - arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections.
9 Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as selecting a Special Scene recording program. For details about the available options, refer to the sidebar on page 49. [ PROGRAM AE] [ PORTRAIT]...
Page 10 - The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder.; Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs; PIXELA Application Disc Ver.1 Disc 1; slideshow playback to the camcorder.; PIXELA Application Disc Ver.1 Disc 2
Introduction 10 Ov erview The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder. The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder. * The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the software (electronic version on PDF file). Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs CA-570 Compact Powe...
Page 11 - Components Guide; Left side view
11 Components Guide Left side view Front view Right side view RESET button ( 93) VIDEO SNAP (Video Snapshot) button ( 44)/ (print/share) button ( 67, 77) DISP. (on-screen display) button ( 51, 64)/ BATT. INFO button ( 16) USB terminal ( 72) AV OUT/ H terminal ( 72) MIC terminal (red) ( 52) Speaker (...
Page 12 - Back view
Introduction 12 Back view Bottom view Top view Remote sensor ( 19) LCD screen ( 21) ON/OFF(CHG) (power/charge) indicator ( 18) Camera mode dial ( 23) Start/Stop button ( 31) (camera/play) button ( 24) PLAYLIST button ( 53)/ Zoom in T (telephoto) button ( 32) (stop) button ( 35)/ Zoom out W (wide-ang...
Page 13 - Wireless Controller WL-D88
13 Wireless Controller WL-D88 START/STOP button ( 31) FUNC. button ( 25, 81) MENU button ( 25, 83) PLAYLIST button ( 53) Navigation buttons ( / / / ) (frame reverse) button ( 36) (fast reverse) button ( 36) (play) button ( 35) (pause) button ( 35) (stop) button ( 35) PHOTO button ( 57) Zoom buttons ...
Page 14 - Recording Movies; Screen Displays
Introduction 14 Recording Movies Playing Movies (During Playback) Screen Displays Operating mode ( 23) Recording program ( 41, 42) White balance ( 48) Image effects ( 49) Digital effects ( 50) Recording mode ( 32) Remote sensor off ( 87) Manual focus ( 48) Image stabilizer ( 83) Pre-recording functi...
Page 16 - Memory operation
Introduction 16 Memory operation Record, Record pause, Playback, Playback pause, Fast playback, Fast reverse playback, Slow playback, Slow reverse playback only: Frame advance, Frame reverse Remaining recording time When there is no more free space on the memory, [ END] (built-in memory, / / only) o...
Page 17 - Preparations; Charging the Battery Pack; Getting Started
17 Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcorder. Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. Charge the battery pack ...
Page 18 - • If the indicator flashes quickly,; IMPORTANT; • Turn off the camcorder before
Preparations 18 7 Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off. • The ON/OFF(CHG) indicator starts flashing in red. The indicator will go out when the charging is completed. • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to Troubleshooting ( 90). 1 Disconnect the compact power adapter from the ca...
Page 19 - NOTES; only) and Accessories; Insert the battery holder.; USE
19 supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. NOTES • Turn off the camcorder before charging the battery pack. The battery pack will not charge while the camcorder is on. • If remaining...
Page 20 - Accessories; Fasten the grip belt.; • Adjust the grip belt so that you can; Lift the padded handgrip's flap
Preparations 20 Accessories Fasten the grip belt. • Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the button with your thumb. • You can remove the grip belt and replace it with the supplied wrist strap. 1 Lift the padded handgrip's flap and detach the strap fr...
Page 21 - Rotating the LCD Panel; Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.; • You can rotate the panel 90 degrees; - When you wish to include yourself in; About the LCD screen:; The screen is; REATTACH
21 You can also remove the grip belt and attach the shoulder strap directly to the rear bracket on the camcorder. 1 Pass the end of the strap through the rear bracket on the camcorder. 2 Thread the strap through the padded handgrip and then pass it through the front bracket on the camcorder. 3 Faste...
Page 22 - LCD Backlight; While the camcorder is on, hold; • This setting does not affect the
Preparations 22 LCD Backlight You can set the brightness of the screen to dim, normal or bright. To set the screen to dim, turn on [LCD DIMMER] ( s 85). To toggle between normal and bright or to turn off [LCD DIMMER], perform the following procedure. While the camcorder is on, hold pressed down for ...
Page 23 - Operating Modes; Dual
23 Operating Modes The camcorder's operating mode is determined by the button and the position of the camera mode dial. In this manual, indicates that a function is available in the operating mode shown and indicates that the function is not available. See the following table for a summary of the op...
Page 24 - Playback; In; Joystick and Joystick Guide; OFF
Preparations 24 You can access the menus and change settings to your preference. Even in flexible recording mode, the camcorder can help you with the settings. For example, you can use the Special Scene recording programs ( 41) to set at once all the optimal settings to match special recording condi...
Page 25 - Using the Menus; Menu Options Lists; ) the desired setting; Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus
25 In either mode, if you wait a few seconds, the joystick guide will minimize again but the selected function can still be operated. You can also push the joystick ( ) to hide the joystick guide. Using the Menus Many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menus that open after pressi...
Page 26 - Setting the Date and Time; • When you do not use the camcorder for; First Time Settings
Preparations 26 2 Select ( , ) the icon and press to open the setup menus. You can also press on the wireless controller ( only) or hold pressed down for more than 1 second or to open directly the setup menus screen. 3 Select ( ) the desired menu from the left side column and press . The title of th...
Page 27 - Changing the Language; Options; Desired language; Changing the Time Zone; Your local time zone*
27 • The date appears in a year-month-day format only in the first setup screen. In subsequent screen displays the date and time will appear as day-month-year (for example, [1.JAN.2009 12:00 AM]). You can change the date format ( 89). • You can also change the date and time later on (not during the ...
Page 28 - You can use commercially available; The SD Speed; Inserting and Removing a Memory Card; Turn off the camcorder.; Using a Memory Card; Memory cards usable for recording movies
Preparations 28 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder You can use commercially available SDHC (SD high capacity) memory cards and SD memory cards with this camcorder to record movies and photos. However, depending on the memory card, you may not be able to record movies on it. Refer to ...
Page 29 - Push the; Selecting the; only) to permanently; The memory you; Erases all data completely.
29 Do not force the cover closed if the memory card is not correctly inserted. IMPORTANT Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction can cause a malfunction of the camcorder. NOTES To remove the memory card: Push the memory ...
Page 30 - Music Transfer Utility
Preparations 30 [ MENU] [ MEMORY OPER.] [INITIALIZE] Initialization method [YES]* [OK] * Press to cancel the complete initialization while it is in progress. All recordings will be erased but the recording media can be used without any problem. IMPORTANT • Initializing the memory will permanently er...
Page 31 - Video; Shooting Video; You can select; turn off the camcorder.; To save power
31 Video This chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including recording, playback, and memory operations. Shooting Video 1 Set the camera mode dial to or . 2 Turn on the camcorder. / / You can select the memory to be used for recording movies ( 29). 3 Press to begin recording. • Recor...
Page 32 - STANDARD PLAY 6Mbps]; • The camcorder uses a variable bit rate; mode, all three types are; Approximate recording times for movies
Video 32 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) The camcorder offers 3 recording modes. Changing the recording mode will change the recording time available on the memory. Select XP mode for better movie quality; select LP mode for longer recording times. The following table gives approximate ...
Page 33 - Selecting the Zoom Type; Desired option; • The zoom range of the advanced zoom; Using the Zoom; Move the zoom lever toward; The default setting; Not available
33 Selecting the Zoom Type Options Default value [ MENU] [ CAMERA SETUP] [ZOOM TYPE] Desired option NOTES • The zoom range of the advanced zoom will change depending on the aspect ratio of the scene ( 83) . Using the Zoom Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide-angle). Move it toward T to zoo...
Page 34 - Quick Start Function
Video 34 NOTES • Keep at least 1 m away from the subject. At full wide angle, you can focus on a subject as close as 1 cm. • When [ZOOM SPEED] is set to [ VARIABLE]: - The zoom speed will be faster in record pause mode than when actually recording. - When you use the T and W buttons on the wireless ...
Page 35 - Playing Back the Video; Basic Playback; DJUSTING
35 Playing Back the Video 1 Set the camera mode dial to or . 2 Press . • Even if the camcorder is off, pressing will turn on the camcorder in playback mode. • The original movies index screen appears after a few seconds. 3 Move ( , ) the selection frame to the scene you want to play back. Push the j...
Page 36 - • You may not be able to play back with; Special playback modes; Ending special playback modes; • During some special playback modes,
Video 36 movies on the memory card using this camcorder. • You may not be able to play back with this camcorder movies recorded using another device. NOTES Depending on the recording conditions, you may notice brief stops in video or sound playback between scenes. Special playback modes To enter the...
Page 37 - Selecting What Recordings to Play Back; ) to the index screen to; Selecting Scenes by Recording Date; POINTS TO CHECK; Selecting from the List of Recordings; Open the list of recordings.
37 Selecting What Recordings to Play Back From the index screen, you can select whether to play back movies or photos. You can also use the tabs on the top of the screen to select the media from which to play back recordings ( / / only). 1 In the index screen, move ( ) the orange selection frame to ...
Page 38 - Selecting from the Calendar Screen; Open the calendar screen.; • You can change on what day to start the
Video 38 day. Below it will appear the number of scenes recorded and the total recording time for the same day. 3 Change ( ) the day and move ( ) to the month or year. 4 Change the other fields in the same way to select the desired date and press . The index screen will appear with the selection fra...
Page 40 - • A checkmark; Press; • The selection of scenes/photos will be; Deleting Scenes; Deleting Scenes from; CANCEL; Deletes all the scenes.; selecting Recordings from the Index Screen
Video 40 3 Move ( , ) between the scenes or photos in the index screen and press to select an individual scene/photo. • A checkmark will appear on the selected scenes/photos. • Repeat this step to add all the scenes/photos you want to include in your selection (up to 100). 4 Press twice to close the...
Page 41 - Advanced Functions
41 operation while it is in progress. Some scenes will be deleted nevertheless. IMPORTANT • Be careful when deleting original recordings. Once deleted, an original scene cannot be recovered. • Back up important scenes before deleting them ( 74). • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS i...
Page 42 - - The picture may not appear smooth
Video 42 • [ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/ [ BEACH]/[ SNOW] - The picture may not appear smooth during playback. • [ PORTRAIT] - The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in ( T ). • [ SNOW]/[ BEACH] - The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the image ...
Page 43 - Desired; ) the shutter speed to; - If you use a slow shutter speed in dark; Mini Video Light; SET; To record in dimly lit places.
43 Options Default value [ PROGRAM AE] Desired recording program* * When you select [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE], do not press and continue instead with the following procedure. 1 Adjust ( ) the shutter speed to the desired value and then press . 2 Press . Shutter speed guidelines Note that on screen only the...
Page 44 - Video Snapshot; Recording Scenes
Video 44 1 Push the joystick ( ) to display the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) [VID.LIGHT ] and press . • appears on the screen. • Press again to turn the mini video light off. Video Snapshot Record a series of short scenes and combine them with music to add a new level of enjoyment to your movies. By...
Page 45 - Playing Back the Scenes; DELETE
45 1 In the original movies index screen, press . • The button’s light illuminates.• An index screen appears that contains only the Video Snapshot scenes. 2 Set the background music. [ SELECT MUSIC] Select ( ) a track* * Press to start/stop the track. Select [OFF] to set the original audio of the sc...
Page 46 - 5) and transfer the; Pre-recording Function; • Press; was; Self Timer; In record pause mode, press
Video 46 camcorder ( 45) and transfer the files again. Pre-recording Function The camcorder will start recording 3 seconds before you press , ensuring you do not miss important shooting opportunities. This is especially useful when it is difficult to predict when to start recording. 1 Push the joyst...
Page 47 - • When the LCD panel is rotated toward; Automatic Backlight Correction; the image as required.
47 * 2 seconds when using the wireless controller. NOTES • When the LCD panel is rotated toward the lens, we recommend pushing the joystick ( ) to hide the joystick guide and make the icon appear larger. • The self timer will be canceled when any of the following operations are performed.- Pressing ...
Page 48 - Manual Focus Adjustment; Infinity Focus; and; White Balance; For recording outdoors on a bright day.
Video 48 • During exposure lock, press to return the camcorder to automatic exposure. Manual Focus Adjustment Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. • Reflective surfaces• Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines • Fast moving subjects• Throu...
Page 49 - Point the camcorder at a white; When the adjustment is completed,; Press; Image Effects; Records with no image enhancing effects.
49 [ AUTO] Desired option* * When you select [ SET], do not press and continue instead with the following procedure. 1 Point the camcorder at a white object, zoom in until it fills the whole screen and press . When the adjustment is completed, stops flashing and stays on. The camcorder retains the c...
Page 50 - Digital Effects; Setting; Applying; Records images in black and white.
Video 50 [ IMAGE EFFECT OFF] Desired option Digital Effects Options Default value * Only these digital effects are available in mode. Setting [ D.EFFECT OFF] Desired fader/effect* ** * You can preview the digital effect on the screen. ** The icon of the selected digital effect appears. Applying 1 Pu...
Page 51 - • When you apply a fader, not only the; On-Screen Displays and Data Code; Repeatedly press; histogram and information icons); Using Headphones; terminal, which is used for
51 NOTES • When you apply a fader, not only the picture but also the sound will fade in or out. When you apply an effect, the sound will be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you turn off the digital effects or change the recording program. On-Screen Displays an...
Page 52 - Using an External Microphone; Connecting a Microphone; mm plug but audio recording
Video 52 appears. In mode, adjust the volume of the headphones with the [PHONES VOL.] setting ( 87). In mode, adjust the headphone’s volume the same way you adjust the speaker’s volume ( 35). During slideshow playback, push the joystick ( ) to adjust the volume. IMPORTANT • When using headphones, ma...
Page 53 - Dividing Scenes; Open the scene division screen.; Playlist and Scene Operations
53 Dividing Scenes You can divide scenes (original scenes only) in order to leave out the best parts and later cut out the rest. 1 Open the original movies index screen. / / You can select the movies in the built-in memory or on the memory card ( 37). 2 Select ( , ) the scene you want to divide. 3 O...
Page 54 - Adding Scenes to the Playlist; You can copy; Deleting Scenes from the Playlist; Pre-selecting Recordings from the Index Screen; Deletes all the scenes from the playlist.
Video 54 scenes ( 44). Moving or deleting scenes in the playlist will not affect the original recordings. Adding Scenes to the Playlist Options 1 Open the original movies index screen. • From the this index screen, you can also press to open the index screen for Video Snapshot ( 44) scenes. • / / Yo...
Page 55 - Moving Scenes in the Playlist; Open the playlist index screen.; Copying Scenes; Copying Original Movies; Copies all the scenes to the memory card.; Pre-selecting Recordings
55 2 Select ( , ) the scene you want to delete. This step is not necessary to delete all scenes. 3 Delete the scene(s). [ DELETE] Desired option [YES] [OK] Moving Scenes in the Playlist Move the scenes in the playlist to play them back in the order of your choice. 1 Open the playlist index screen. I...
Page 56 - Copying the Entire Playlist; ACCESS; indicator is on or flashing.; • If the memory card does not have
Video 56 3 Copy the scene(s). [ COPY] Desired option [YES]* [OK] * Press to interrupt the operation while it is in progress. Copying the Entire Playlist 1 Open the index screen of the built-in memory's playlist. In the original movies index screen of the built-in memory, press . 2 Copy the scene(s)....
Page 57 - Photos; Taking Photos; If the subject is not suitable for autofocus,; Selecting Photo Size and Quality
57 Photos Refer to this chapter for details on shooting photos – from capturing and playing back photos to printing them. Taking Photos 1 Set the camera mode dial to or . 2 Turn on the camcorder. / / You can select the memory to be used for recording photos ( 29). 3 Press halfway. • Once the focus i...
Page 58 - Desired photo quality*; • The camcorder retains the last setting; Approximate number of photos on a memory card; LW
Photos 58 Options Photo size options and the approximate number of photos that can be recorded on memory cards of various sizes are given in the table below. [ 1152x864] ( / / only) or [ 1024x768] ( only) Desired photo size* Desired photo quality* * Press to move back and forth between size and qual...
Page 59 - ) the orange selection; Selecting
59 Erasing a Photo Right After Recording It You can erase the photo recorded last while reviewing it within the time set for the [REVIEW] option or immediately after recording it, if [REVIEW] is set to [ OFF]. While reviewing the photo immediately after recording: 1 Push the joystick ( ) to display ...
Page 60 - Photo Jump Function; and press; Index Screen; Slideshow; JUMP 10 PHOTOS
Photos 60 4 Return ( ) to the index screen. 5 Select ( , ) a photo. • Move the orange selection frame to the photo you want to view. • Push the joystick ( ) to extend the selection frame and browse ( ) through whole index pages. Push the joystick ( ) to return to the index screen. 6 Press . The inde...
Page 61 - Adjusting the volume; Music Transfer; Magnifying Photos during Playback
61 2 Press to play back the photos one after another. Press to stop the slideshow. 1 In the photo index screen, press . 2 Select a track to play with the slideshow. [ SELECT MUSIC] Select ( ) a track* * Press to start/stop the track. • You can delete music files to free up space in the memory ( 45)....
Page 62 - will appear for photos that; Deleting Photos; Deleting a Single Photo; ) the photo you want to; Deleting Photos from the Index Screen; • Move the zoom lever toward; Protected photos cannot be deleted.
Photos 62 • will appear for photos that cannot be enlarged. 2 Move ( , ) the frame to the part of the photo you want to see enlarged. To cancel the magnification, move the zoom lever toward W until the frame disappears. Deleting Photos You can delete those photos that you are not interested in keepi...
Page 63 - Press; Additional Functions; Maximum number of continuous shots
63 / / Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing Take a series of photos of a moving subject or record the same photo in 3 levels of exposure in order to choose later the photo you like the best. POINTS TO CHECK Select a recording program other than [ FIREWORKS]. Options Default value ...
Page 64 - Histogram Display; Protecting Photos; Protecting Single Photos; PROTECT] appears on the; Protecting Photos from the Index Screen; UTO; Opens the same screen described in; Protecting; that procedure to protect the photo.; Removes the protection from all photos.
Photos 64 Press , first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully to record the photos. Three photos in different exposures will be recorded. Histogram Display When viewing photos you can display the histogram and the icons of all the functions used at the time of recording. Use the histogram...
Page 65 - Copying Photos; Copying Single Photos; Copies all the photos.
65 [ PROTECT] Desired option [YES] [OK] IMPORTANT Initializing the recording media ( 29) will permanently erase all recordings, including protected photos. / / Copying Photos You can copy photos only from the built-in memory to the memory card. Copying Single Photos 1 Open in single photo view the p...
Page 66 - • If the memory card slot cover is open, or; Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer; Connection Diagrams; Manual focus adjustment (; Printing Photos
Photos 66 • If the memory card slot cover is open, or the LOCK switch on the memory card is set to prevent writing, you will not be able to copy photos to the memory card. Other Fun ction s You Can Use W hen Takin g Ph otos Printing Photos The camcorder can be connected to any PictBridge-compatible ...
Page 67 - Printing with the; ) the photo you wish to; • Printing starts. The; Selecting the Print Settings
67 • appears and changes to . • The (print/share) button lights up and the current print settings will be displayed for approx.6 seconds. IMPORTANT • If continues to flash (for more than 1 minute) or if does not appear, the camcorder is not correctly connected to the printer. In such case, disconnec...
Page 68 - Printing after Changing the Print Settings; The print settings menu appears.; depending on the printer model.
Photos 68 Options NOTES Print setting options and [DEFAULT] settings vary depending on the printer model. For details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. Printing after Changing the Print Settings 1 Push the joystick ( ) to display the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) and press . The print setti...
Page 69 - Print Orders; RINT; Canon printer
69 If an error occurs while printing, an error message, for example [NO PAPER], will appear on the camcorder. Solve the problem referring to the error message list ( 100) and to the printer’s instruction manual.• Canon’s PictBridge-compatible printers: If printing does not resume automatically after...
Page 70 - Selecting Photos for Printing (Print Order); appears on the screen.; Setting Print Orders from the Index Screen; Marking; Removes all the print orders.
Photos 70 Selecting Photos for Printing (Print Order) Set the print orders before connecting the supplied USB cable to the camcorder. Marking Single Photos with Print Orders 1 Open the photo selection screen. [ PRINT ORDER] appears on the screen. 2 Select ( ) the photo you want to mark with a print ...
Page 71 - • Depending on the connected printer,
71 Printing starts. The print settings menu disappears when the printing is completed. NOTES • Depending on the connected printer, you can change some print settings before step 3 ( 67). • To cancel the printing, refer to page 68.• Restarting Printing: Open the print settings menu as explained in st...
Page 72 - External Connections; Terminals on the Camcorder; Terminal; Connection; Type: Analog Output only
72 External Connections This chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer. Connection Diagrams Terminals on the Camcorder AV OUT/ H Terminal Access: Open the LCD panel.Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted while the STV-250N Stereo Video...
Page 73 - Refer to; Turn on the connected TV.; • We recommend powering the; In all respects, exactly the same connection as connection; Type: Digital data connection; Playback on a TV Screen
73 Connect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your recordings with family and friends.Before making the connection, set [AV/PHONES] to [ AV] in advance ( 87). 1 Turn off the camcorder and the TV. 2 Connect the camcorder to the TV. Refer to Connection Diagrams ( 72) and select the most appropriate connec...
Page 74 - PIXELA ImageMixer 3 SE; With the supplied software; you can save; ImageMixer; Installation Guide; Do not access, change or; Authoring DVD Discs and Photo DVDs
External Connections 74 Backing Up Your Recordings on a Computer Movies recorded with this camcorder are saved on the memory card or in the built-in memory ( / / only). Because space on the memory is limited, make sure to back up your movies onto a computer on a regular basis. PIXELA ImageMixer 3 SE...
Page 75 - Preparations on the Camcorder; Set the camcorder to; Creating DVDs; Add all the photos to the slideshow on the disc.
75 Options for creating DVD discs ( mode) Options for creating Photo DVDs ( mode) Preparations on the Camcorder 1 Set the camcorder to mode to create DVD discs of your movies or mode to create Photo DVDs of your photos. • Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. • / / Select in advance t...
Page 76 - • A progress bar will be displayed on; Cautions; DVD
External Connections 76 4 Press the start button on the DVD burner. • A progress bar will be displayed on the screen. • After pressing the start button (while the current disc is being written) the operation cannot be canceled. • When the disc (or the last disc, if the data requires multiple discs) ...
Page 77 - Connecting; or; Recording; With the software supplied on the
77 or less. (In such case, the connection time will be about 3 minutes 30 seconds). Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. Connecting Connect the camcorder to the VCR using Connection or . Ref...
Page 78 - OS
External Connections 78 / / Select in advance the memory from which you want to transfer photos ( 37). 3 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the USB cable. • Connection . Refer to Connection Diagrams ( 72). • If the device type selection screen appears, select [PC/PRINTER] and press . • The ...
Page 79 - Transferring Photos; Automatic Transfer Options; • The camcorder returns to the transfer; Transfers all photos.
79 transfer photos to a computer. Try using a card reader. • Disconnect the USB cable before changing the operating mode. Transferring Photos Automatic Transfer Options All the relevant photos will be transferred to the computer in one batch and their thumbnails will be displayed on the computer. Ma...
Page 80 - to return to the; Transfer Orders; checkmark) with a transfer; Pre-selecting Recordings from the; Removes all the transfer orders.
External Connections 80 NOTES When the camcorder is connected to the computer and the photo selection screen is displayed, press to return to the transfer menu. Transfer Orders You can mark in advance the photos you want to transfer to the computer as transfer orders. You can set transfer orders for...
Page 81 - Additional Information; Menu item
81 Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information. Menu items not available appear grayed out in the FUNC. menu or in black in the setup menus. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menu...
Page 83 - CAMERA SETUP; the camcorder or the subject is moving too much.; ON
83 1 Option not available from the original movies index screen. 2 Option available from the original movies index screen and Video Snapshot index screen. 3 Option available from the playlist index screen and Video Snapshot playlist index screen. 4 Option available from the original movies index scr...
Page 84 - Playing back a widescreen recording:
Additional Information 84 • We recommend setting the image stabilizer to [ OFF] when using a tripod. [WIDESCREEN]: The camcorder uses the full width of the image sensor providing high- resolution 16:9 recordings.• Since the screen on the camcorder has an aspect ratio of 16:9, recordings with a 4:3 a...
Page 85 - DISPLAY SETUP
85 Memo ry O perat io ns (I nitialization , etc.) MEMORY OPER. * Option available from the original movies index screen and Video Snapshot index screen. [MEMORY INFO]/[CARD INFO]: Displays a screen where you can verify how much of the built-in memory ( / / only) or the memory card is currently in us...
Page 87 - The demonstration mode displays the camcorder's main features. It; SYSTEM SETUP; Displays a screen where you can verify the battery charge (as a
87 [DEMO MODE]: The demonstration mode displays the camcorder's main features. It starts automatically when the camcorder is powered with the compact power adapter if you leave it turned on for more than 5 minutes.• To cancel the demo mode once it has started, press any button or turn off the camcor...
Page 89 - List of world time zones.
89 Dat e/T ime Setup DATE/TIME SETUP [DATE FORMAT]: Select the date format to be used for most on-screen displays, and (if selected) for the date printed on photos. Menu item Setting options [T.ZONE/DST] List of world time zones. 27 [DATE/TIME] – 26 [DATE FORMAT] [Y.M.D (2009.1.1 AM 12:00)], [M.D,Y ...
Page 90 - Power supply; Did you turn the camcorder on and set it to recording mode? (; Did you turn the camcorder on and set it to playback mode? (
Additional Information 90 Trou ble? If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Sometimes what you think is a malfunction of the camcorder may have the simplest of solutions - please read the “CHECK THIS FIRST” box before going on to the more detailed problems and solutions. Co...
Page 92 - Instruction Manual/Music Data Disc; Indicators and Onscreen Displays; Picture and Sound
Additional Information 92 Cannot play back a music track. - If the music tracks were erased when the memory was initialized, use the supplied software Music Transfer Utility to transfer the music files on the supplied Instruction Manual/Music Data Disc CD-ROM. For details, refer to the software’s in...
Page 94 - List of Messages; 00) and for messages that appear only when using
Additional Information 94 The computer doesn't recognize the camcorder even though the camcorder is connected correctly. - [USB SETTING] is set to [DVD BURNER]. Set it to [PC/PRINTER] or to [CONNECT&SET] ( 87). - Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder. After a short while, turn it o...
Page 99 - Messages Related to the Optional DW-100 DVD Burner
99 Messages Related to the Optional DW-100 DVD Burner If a message appears while the camcorder is connected to the optional DW-100 DVD Burner, refer to the following section and also to the instruction manual of the DVD Burner. CANNOT READ THE DISC CHECK THE DISC - During disc recording mode, this m...
Page 100 - Direct Print Related Messages
Additional Information 100 Direct Print Related Messages CANNOT PRINT! - You attempted to print a photo that was recorded with another camcorder, has a different compression, or was edited on a computer. CHECK PRINT SETTINGS - Current print settings cannot be used for printing with the button. COMMU...
Page 101 - About Canon Inkjet/SELPHY DS Printers; If the printer’s error indicator flashes or an error
101 PAPER JAM - The paper jammed during printing. Select [STOP] to cancel printing. After removing the paper, set some paper again and retry printing. PAPER LEVER ERROR - Paper lever error occurred. Adjust the paper selection lever to the proper position. PRINT ERROR - Cancel printing, disconnect th...
Page 102 - Camcorder; Handling Precautions
Additional Information 102 Do ’s and Don’ts Camcorder Be sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance. • Back up your recordings periodically. Make sure to transfer your recordings to an external device such as a computer or digital video recorder ( 74) and back them up on...
Page 103 - Battery Pack; Remaining Battery Time; Memory Card; Treat the battery pack with care.; • Keep it away from fire (or it might
103 place free of dust, in low humidity, and at temperatures not higher than 30 °C. Battery Pack • Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camcorder. Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth. Remaining Battery Time If the remaining battery time displayed is not correct,...
Page 104 - Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery; To recharge the built-in lithium battery:; Lithium Button Battery
Additional Information 104 • Do not disassemble, bend, drop, or subject memory cards to shocks and do not expose them to water. • Check the direction before inserting the memory card. Forcing a memory card into the slot if it is not correctly oriented may damage the memory card or the camcorder. • D...
Page 105 - If giving the; Cleaning; Camcorder Body; Condensation
105 necessary precautions when you dispose of the camcorder or memory card, for example by physically damaging it to prevent the leakage of private data. / / If giving the camcorder to another person, initialize the built-in memory using the [COMPL.INIT.] setting ( 29), fill it up with unimportant r...
Page 106 - Using the Camcorder Abroad; Power Sources; Music Files
Additional Information 106 Condensation may form in the following cases: • When the camcorder is moved quickly from cold to warm places • When the camcorder is left in a humid room • When a cold room is heated rapidly • Do not expose the camcorder to sudden or extreme changes in temperature. • Place...
Page 107 - The supplied; Music Data Disc
107 The supplied Instruction Manual/ Music Data Disc CD-ROM contains a folder called [MUSIC]. This folder contains two folders called [MUSIC 1] and [MUSIC 2]. [MUSIC 1] contains the tracks that are pre-installed in the built-in memory of the FS22/FS21/FS20. [MUSIC 2] contains tracks different from t...
Page 108 - System Diagram; (Availability differs from area to area)
Additional Information 108 General In formation System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) CG-800E Battery Charger STV-250N Stereo Video Cable SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case WS-30 Wrist Strap SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap SD/SDHC memory card BP-808Battery Pack Computer TV WL-D88 Wireless Con...
Page 109 - Optional Accessories; Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.; Charging conditions
109 Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs, make sure you select the BP-808. When you use battery packs bearing the Intelligent System mark, the camcorder will communicate with the battery and display the remaining usage time (accurate to 1 minute). You can only use and charge these battery...
Page 110 - Recording and Playback Times
Additional Information 110 Recording and Playback Times The recording and playback times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to recording mode and charging, recording or playback conditions. The effective usage time of the battery pack may decrease when recording in cold ...
Page 112 - Specifications; System
Additional Information 112 LEGRIA FS22/FS21/FS20/FS200 Specifications System Recording System Movies: SD-VideoVideo compression: MPEG-2Audio compression: Dolby Digital 2ch (AC-3) Photos: DCF (Design rule for camera system), compatible with Exif 1 Ver. 2.2 and with DPOF Photo compression: JPEG (Super...
Page 113 - Terminals
113 Lens / / f=2.6-96.2 mm, F/2.0-5.2, 37x optical zoom 35 mm equivalent (all figures are approximate values) 16:9 Movies (advanced zoom) 41.7-1,877 mm (optical zoom) 47.1-1,743 mm 4:3 Movies (advanced zoom) 44.6-2,052 mm (optical zoom) 44.6-1,650 mm 16:9 Photos 45.2-1,672 mm 4:3 Photos 41.5-1,536 m...
Page 114 - CA-570 Compact Power Adapter
Additional Information 114 CA-570 Compact Power Adapter BP-808 Battery Pack Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. The information in this manual is verified as of January 2009. Subject to change without notice. Power supply 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Rated output / cons...
Page 115 - Index
115 A Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . .106 AEB - Auto exposure bracketing . . . . . .63 Aspect ratio of a connected TV (TV type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Audio level indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Auto slow shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Autofoc...
Page 117 - Trademark Acknowledgements
117 V VIDEO SNAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Video Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 , 87 W White balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Wide angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Wind sc...