Page 2 - Important Usage Instructions; Important Warning
2 Introduction Important Usage Instructions WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized ...
Page 3 - In; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In troduction 3 In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon HDV Camcorder HV20 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 instructio...
Page 5 - Enjoying High-Definition Video; How to play back your HDV recordings?; HDV recordings will be played back in their original high quality.; What is the Cinema Mode?; Give your recordings a cinematic look by using the [
5 In troduction Enjoying High-Definition Video Preserve your most treasured memories, be it unforgettable scenery or cherished moments spent with family and friends, with high-definition video recordings of a quality second only to actually being there. What is High-Definition Video? High-definition...
Page 6 - Table of contents
6 Introduction Enjoying High-Definition Video ....................................................................... 5About this Manual ........................................................................................... 9 Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories......................
Page 7 - Editing Functions
7 In troduction System Setup (Beep, etc.) ..................................................................44Date/Time Setup .................................................................................44 Recording Programs Using the Recording Programs .............................................
Page 8 - Additional Information; Do’s and Don’ts; Trademark Acknowledgements; States and other countries.
8 Additional Information Trouble? Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 84List of Messages ........................................................................................... 88 Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions .........
Page 9 - Troubleshooting; Conventions Used in the Manual; IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder operation.; About this Manual
9 In troduction Thank you for purchasing the Canon HV20. 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 the Troubleshooting table ( 84). Conventions Used in the Manual IMPORTANT: Precautions...
Page 10 - Operating Mode
10 About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide The mini joystick allows you to control many of the camcorder’s operations and to make selections and changes in the camcorder’s menus. The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode and the camcorder’s settings. Press ( ) t...
Page 11 - Supplied Accessories; Register your product online at; Protect your product
Getting to Know the Camcorder 11 In troduction Getting to Know the Camcorder * Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file. Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-2L13 Battery Pack WL-D87 Wireless Controller Lithium Bu...
Page 12 - Components Guide; Left side view
Getting to Know the Camcorder 12 Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a “ button ” frame (for example ). Components Guide Left side view Front view Right side view FOCUS lever ( 49) BLC (backlight correction) button ( 48) FOCUS button ( 49, 50) SpeakerDISP. (dis...
Page 13 - Back view
13 Getting to Know the Camcorder In troduction Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a “ button ” frame (for example ). Back view Top view Bottom view LCD screen ( 22) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 21) Viewfinder ( 21) Terminal coverSTART/STOP button ( 26) switch (...
Page 14 - Wireless Controller WL-D87
Getting to Know the Camcorder 14 Wireless Controller WL-D87 WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D87 START/ STOP PHOTO ZOOM CARD DATE SEARCH REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE SLOW DISP. TV SCREEN ZERO SET MEMORY START/STOP button ( 26) CARD –/+ buttons ( 33) DATE SEARCH / buttons ( 32) REW button ( 29) –/ button ( 29) PAUSE...
Page 15 - Screen Displays; Recording Movies
15 Getting to Know the Camcorder In troduction Screen Displays Recording Movies Recording program ( 45) White balance ( 50) Image effect ( 51) Digital effects ( 62) Still image quality/size (simultaneous recording) ( 53) Microphone attenuator ( 60) Self timer ( 60) Recording reminderInstant AF ( 37)...
Page 17 - Playing Movies; Viewing Still Images
Getting to Know the Camcorder 17 In troduction Playing Movies Tape operationTime code (hours : minutes : seconds : frames)Remaining tapeData code ( 57) Search function displayEND SEARCH ( 32)/ DATE SEARCH ( 32) Quality/size for capturing still images ( 54) Audio level indicator ( 60) Viewing Still I...
Page 18 - Charging the Battery Pack; Turn off the camcorder.; Getting Started
Getting Started 18 PreparationsGetting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. Charge the battery pack before use. 1 Turn off the camcorder. 2 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. Press the battery pack soft...
Page 19 - Prep; NOTES; Charging, Recording and Playback Times; Battery Pack
Getting Started Prep arati o ns 19 overseas travels or special power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. NOTES The CHARGE indicator also serves as a rough estimate of the battery charge status.Continuously on: Battery fully charged.Flashes approx. twice per second: Bat...
Page 20 - Inserting and Removing a Tape; Use only videocassettes marked with the; Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
Getting Started 20 Inserting and Removing a Tape Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. To record in HDV standard we recommend using tapes specifically designed for high definition. 1 Slide fully in the direction of the arrow and open the cassette compartment cover. The cassette compartment o...
Page 21 - Preparing the Camcorder; Turn on the camcorder.; The lens cover will open automatically.; Adjust the viewfinder.; The Wireless Controller; Inserting the Battery
Getting Started Prep arati o ns 21 IMPORTANT Make sure to initialize all memory cards before using them with this camcorder for the first time ( 65). 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...
Page 22 - Adjusting the LCD Screen; Rotating the LCD Panel
Getting Started 22 Adjusting the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward. You can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens (allowing the subject to monitor the LCD screen while you use the viewfinder). Rotating the panel 180 d...
Page 23 - Menu; Selecting an Option from the FUNC.; Using the Menus
Using the Menus Prep arati o ns 23 Using the Menus Many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menus that open after pressing the FUNC. button ( ). For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to Menu Options Lists ( 35). Selecting an Option from the FUNC. Menu 1 P...
Page 24 - Changing the Language; Options; Time Zones; First Time Settings; LANGUAGE
First Time Settings 24 First Time Settings Changing the Language Options Default value 1 Press . 2 Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to open the setup menus. 3 Select ( ) [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press ( ). 4 Select ( ) [LANGUAGE] and press ( ). 5 Select ( , ) the desired option and press ( ). 6 Pres...
Page 25 - icon and press
First Time Settings Prep arati o ns 25 Setting the Date and Time 1 Press . 2 Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to open the setup menus. 3 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP] and press ( ). 4 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME] and press ( ). The first field of the date will be indicated with blinking up/down arrows. 5 ...
Page 26 - Press; Recording; Before You Begin Recording
Recording 26 Basic FunctionsRecording Recording Movies 1 Holding the lock button pressed down, set the switch to CAMERA. 2 Move the / switch to (tape). If necessary, you can change the recording standard (HDV or DV) ( 38). 3 Press to begin recording. Press again to pause the recording. T O REVIEW TH...
Page 27 - asic Fu; Recording Still Images; switch to; on the
Recording B asic Fu ncti ons 27 become distorted or it may not be recorded at the actual levels. This is not a malfunction. About the Power Save mode : To save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, the camcorder will automatically shut off if left without any operations for 5 minute...
Page 28 - Zooming; POINTS TO CHECK; 0x Optical Zoom
Recording 28 IMPORTANT Avoid the following actions while the card access display ( ) appears on screen and when the CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss.- Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card.- Do not disconne...
Page 29 - Playing Back Movies; Playback; Special Playback Modes
Playback B asic Fu ncti ons 29 Playback Playing Back Movies Play back the tape on the LCD display or close the LCD panel to use the viewfinder. 1 Holding the lock button pressed down, set the switch to PLAY. 2 Move the / switch to (tape). 3 Locate the point where you want to begin the playback. Pres...
Page 30 - Adjusting the Volume: Speaker and; Adjusting the Volume of the Speaker; icon changes to; Using Headphones; terminal, which is used for both the
Playback 30 During the playback of HDV recordings: Even though their icons will appear on screen, the following special playback modes are not available.- Reverse slow playback- Frame reverse- Double speed playback (forward or reverse) To protect the tape and video heads, the camcorder will enter th...
Page 31 - Returning to a Pre-marked Position; the
Playback B asic Fu ncti ons 31 6 Press . appears. Note that if the joystick guide appears on the screen, it will conceal the icon. Press ( ) to hide the joystick guide. * In mode, select [ PLAY/ OUT SETUP] instead. T O ADJUST THE VOLUME OF THE HEADPHONES In mode, adjust the volume of the headphones ...
Page 32 - Locating the End of the Last Scene; Locating Scenes by Recording Date
Playback 32 Locating the End of the Last Scene After playing back a tape, use this function to locate the end of the last scene recorded in order to continue recording from that point. POINTS TO CHECK Stop the playback before using this function. 1 Press . 2 Select ( ) [ END SEARCH] and press ( ). 3...
Page 33 - Image Jump
Playback B asic Fu ncti ons 33 Viewing Still Images 1 Holding the lock button pressed down, set the switch to PLAY. 2 Move the / switch to (memory card). 3 Select ( ) the still image. You can use the joystick to move through the still images even if the joystick guide above does not appear on the sc...
Page 34 - ) the number of images; Magnifying the Playback Image; Move the zoom lever toward
Playback 34 T O SKIP 10 OR 100 STILL IMAGES 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward . 3 Select ( ) [ JUMP 10 IMAGES] or [ JUMP 100 IMAGES]. 4 Jump ( ) the number of images selected. Press ( ) to close the image jump screen and displa...
Page 35 - Advanced Functions; Menu Options Lists
Menu Options Lists Advanced Functions 35 Advanced FunctionsMenu Options Lists Menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus ( 23). FUNC. Menu Options Mode switch: [ PROGRAM AE] , [ SHUTTER-PRIO. AE], [ APERTURE-PRIO. AE], [ CINE MODE]* ...
Page 36 - ) to enter the image selection
Menu Options Lists 36 When [HD STANDARD] is set to [ DV(NORMAL)]: [ STILL I.REC OFF] , [ M 1440x1080], [ S 640x480] Quality: [ SUPER FINE], [ FINE] , [ NORMAL] Size: [ LW 1920x1080], [L 2048x1536], [ M 1440x1080], [ S 640x480] Quality: [ SUPER FINE], [ FINE] , [ NORMAL] [CANCEL], [EXECUTE] [CANCEL],...
Page 37 - Setup Menus; CAMERA SETUP; ZOOM SPEED
Menu Options Lists Advanced Functions 37 Setup Menus Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) CAMERA SETUP Mode switch: or P (only in the [ PROGRAM AE] recording program) [ ON] , [ OFF] The camcorder automatically uses slow shutter speeds to obtain brighter recordings in places with insuf...
Page 38 - Playing back a widescreen recording:
Menu Options Lists 38 [ AUTO] , [ OFF] Mode switch: [ ON:AiAF] , [ ON:CENTER], [ OFF] Mode switch: [ ON] , [ OFF] The image stabilizer compensates for camcorder shake even at full telephoto. The image stabilizer is designed to compensate for a normal degree of camcorder shake. The image stabilizer m...
Page 40 - If the memory card you insert already; CARD OPERATIONS; mode, the following menu
Menu Options Lists 40 [ RESET], [ CONTINUOUS] Select the image numbering method to be used when you insert a new memory card.Images are automatically assigned consecutive image numbers from 0101 to 9900, and stored in folders containing up to 100 images. Folders are numbered from 101 to 998.[ RESET]...
Page 41 - OUTPUT CH
Menu Options Lists Advanced Functions 41 This setting will be unavailable while the camcorder is connected to an external device using the HDMI cable. [ L/R] , [ L/L], [ R/R] You can select the audio channel to use during the playback of a tape with audio recorded on two channels.[ L/R]: Left and Ri...
Page 42 - Settings for Video Output from the COMPONENT OUT Terminal
Menu Options Lists 42 This setting will be unavailable while the camcorder is connected to an external device using the HDMI cable. [ DV LOCKED], [ HDV/DV] You can select the video standard to use when connecting to an external device using the HDV/DV terminal. [ HDV/DV]: Switch automatically betwee...
Page 43 - DISPLAY SETUP; BRIGHTNESS
Menu Options Lists Advanced Functions 43 Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) DISPLAY SETUP Adjust ( ) the brightness of the LCD display with the joystick. Changing the brightness of the LCD display does not affect that of the viewfinder or the recordings. [ OFF] , [ LEVEL(WHT)], [ LEVEL(G...
Page 44 - To cancel the demo mode once it; SYSTEM SETUP; OFF
Menu Options Lists 44 [DEUTSCH], [ENGLISH] , [ESPAÑOL], [FRANÇAIS], [ITALIANO], [POLSKI], [ ], [TÜRKÇE], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] [ ON] , [ OFF] The demonstration mode displays the camcorder’s main features. It starts automatically when the camcorder is powered with the power adap...
Page 45 - Using the Recording Programs; Auto; Special Scene Recording Programs (
Recording Programs Advanced Functions 45 Recording Programs Using the Recording Programs Auto The camcorder adjusts the focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. Special Scene Recording Programs ( 47) [ PORTRAIT] The camcorder uses a large aperture, achi...
Page 46 - Flexible Recording: Changing the; ) the shutter speed or; Recording Program
Recording Programs 46 Flexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed Use the automatic exposure (AE) program or give priority to the exposure value or the shutter speed. POINTS TO CHECK * : Only settings other than [ CINE MODE]. Mode switch: Options Default value * only. T O SET THE A...
Page 47 - Available Aperture Values; Special Scene: Recording Programs to
Recording Programs Advanced Functions 47 Note that on screen only the denominator is displayed – [ 250] indicates a shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc. Available Aperture Values [1.8], [2.0], [2.4], [2.8], [3.4], [4.0], [4.8], [5.6], [6.7], [8.0][2.8], [3.4], [4.0], [4.8], [5.6], [6.7], [8.0] NOTES ...
Page 48 - Manual Exposure Adjustment and; Automatic Backlight Correction; • Press; Manual Exposure Adjustment; Adjusting the Picture:
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color 48 [ NIGHT] - Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.- Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes.- White points may appear on the screen.- Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually. [...
Page 49 - ) the brightness of the; Manual Focus Adjustment; Infinity Focus
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color Advanced Functions 49 Mode switch: (except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording program). 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward [EXP]. • If [EXP] does not appear on the joystick guide, rep...
Page 50 - • Pressing; Focus Assist Functions; White Balance; For recording on a cloudy day.
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color 50 1 Adjust the zoom. 2 In autofocus mode, keep pressed down for more than 2 seconds. • appears. • Pressing again will return the camcorder to autofocus.• Operating the zoom or the FOCUS dial will return the camcorder to manual focus adjustment (MF). ...
Page 51 - When the adjustment is completed; When you select the custom white balance; Image Effects; Icon of the currently selected
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color Advanced Functions 51 * When you select [ SET], do not press and continue instead with the procedure below. T O SET THE CUSTOM WHITE BALANCE 1 Point the camcorder at a white object, zoom in until it fills the whole screen and press ( ). When the adjus...
Page 52 - ) each of the custom; Selecting the Size and Quality of Still; On a 32 MB memory card; Still Image Recording; Image Size; Image Size
Still Image Recording Options 52 * When you select [ CUSTOM], do not press and continue instead with the procedure below. T O SET THE CUSTOM IMAGE EFFECT 1 Press ( ). 2 Select ( ) each of the custom setting options and adjust ( ) as desired. 3 Press ( ) to save the custom image effect. 4 Press to cl...
Page 53 - On a 512 MB memory card; Capturing a Still Image while Recording
Still Image Recording Options Advanced Functions 53 On a 512 MB memory card * This size is only available for recording simultaneously on the tape and memory card ( 53) or for capturing a still image from the playback picture ( 54). Default value * The number displayed on the right corner indicate...
Page 54 - Capturing a Still Image from the; Light Metering Mode; Still Image Simultaneous; Still Image Capturing
Still Image Recording Options 54 * The number displayed on the right corner indicates the approximate number of images that can be recorded with the current quality/size setting. Press to capture the still image on the memory card. The still image is recorded on the memory card while the screen cont...
Page 55 - Automatic Focus Priority
Still Image Recording Options Advanced Functions 55 POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch: (except for the Special Scene recording programs) Options Default value Automatic Focus Priority When the focus priority is activated, the camcorder records a still image only after the focus has been adjusted automat...
Page 56 - Continuous Shooting and Exposure
Still Image Recording Options 56 NOTES In the [ FIREWORKS] recording program the focus priority is automatically set to [ OFF]. Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing Take a series of pictures of a moving subject or record the same picture in 3 levels of exposure in order to choose later the pi...
Page 57 - Repeatedly press; Selecting the Data Code; Other Functions
Other Functions Advanced Functions 57 Other Functions On-Screen Displays The camcorder keeps a data code containing the date and time and other camera data (shutter speed, aperture, etc.) registered at the time of recording. You can select the data to be displayed. Turning the On-Screen Displays On/...
Page 58 - Flash; The flash always fires.
Other Functions 58 Reading the Histogram Display When viewing still images you can display the histogram and the icons of all the functions used at the time of recording. Use the histogram as a reference to verify the correct exposure of the still image.The area to the right of the histogram represe...
Page 59 - Mini Video Light
Other Functions Advanced Functions 59 3 Press , first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully to record the still image. T O USE THE OPTIONAL VFL-1 V IDEO F LASH L IGHT You can attach the optional VFL-1 Video Flash Light to the advanced accessory shoe if you want a more powerful flash than ...
Page 60 - Self Timer; Audio Recording Level; Manual Adjustment of the Audio Recording
Other Functions 60 Self Timer POINTS TO CHECK : Set the camcorder in record pause mode. appears. : Press . The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown*. The countdown appears on the screen. : Press , first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully to record the still image. The...
Page 61 - ) the audio level as; Displaying the Audio Level Indicator; Using an External Microphone
Other Functions Advanced Functions 61 3 Adjust ( ) the audio level as necessary. • Push the joystick ( ) toward to raise the audio recording level or push it ( ) toward to lower it. • As a guideline, adjust the audio recording level so that the audio level meter will go to the right of the -12 dB ma...
Page 62 - Digital Effects
Other Functions 62 O THER MICROPHONES You can also use commercially available microphones not compatible with the advanced accessory shoe, by connecting the external microphone to the MIC terminal. Use commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply. You can connect almost a...
Page 63 - Setting; Applying; Digital Effect
Other Functions Advanced Functions 63 Setting * You can preview the effect on the screen before pressing . **The icon of the selected effect appears. Applying 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward . If does not appear on the joysti...
Page 64 - Erasing Still Images; Erasing a Single Image; Protecting Still Images; Still Image Options; MENU
Still Image Options 64 Editing FunctionsStill Image Options Erasing Still Images IMPORTANT Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. NOTES Protected images cannot be erased. Erasing a Single Image 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. 2 ...
Page 65 - ing F; ) the still image you; Initializing the Memory Card
Still Image Options Edit ing F unc tio n s 65 [ PROTECT]: The image selection screen appears. F ROM THE IMAGE SELECTION SCREEN 1 Select ( ) the still image you want to protect. 2 Press ( ) to protect the still image. appears on the bottom bar and the image cannot be erased. Press ( ) again to cancel...
Page 66 - Connection Diagrams; Connecting to a TV or VCR; COMPONENT OUT Terminal
Connecting to a TV or VCR 66 External Connections Connecting to a TV or VCR Connection Diagrams Turn off all the devices when making the connections and refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. Connecting to a TV or VCR Open the terminalcover to access. AV/ Terminal COMPONENT OU...
Page 67 - External
Connecting to a TV or VCR External Connec tions 67 High Definition TV Sets (HDTV) Terminal on the Camcorder Connecting Cable Terminal on the Connected Device AUDIO R L Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y 1 Output connection (Signal Flow ) to an HDTV with component video input terminals. Red Green Blue White Red CTC-100/S...
Page 69 - Playback on a TV Screen; Connecting; Connection
Connecting to a TV or VCR External Connec tions 69 Playback on a TV Screen The quality of the playback picture will vary depending on the connected TV and the type of connection used. POINTS TO CHECK Change the following settings as necessary before making the connections. Refer to the corresponding...
Page 70 - Recording to a VCR or Digital Video; Settings for Recording Video Output using the HDV/DV Terminal
Connecting to a TV or VCR 70 - There will be no video or audio output from the HDMI OUT terminal while there is a video input connection to the HDV/DV terminal or the AV/ terminal.- To output audio dubbed later on a tape through the HDMI OUT terminal, set [AUDIO OUT] to [ MIX/VAR.] ( 41). - Audio ou...
Page 71 - to change the on-screen display; Analog Line-In Recording; previous section
Connecting to a TV or VCR External Connec tions 71 Recording 1 This camcorder: Load the recorded cassette. 2 Connected device: Load a blank cassette or disc and set the device to record pause mode. 3 This camcorder: Locate the scene you wish to copy and pause the playback shortly before the scene. W...
Page 72 - In record pause, press; Digital Video Dubbing; the previous section; Dubbing; depending on the video input signal.
Connecting to a TV or VCR 72 5 When the scene you wish to record appears, press . Recording starts. 6 While recording, press to pause the recording. In record pause, press again to resume recording. 7 Press to stop recording. 8 Connected device: Stop the playback. IMPORTANT Depending on the analog s...
Page 73 - While recording, press; Copyright Signal; Analog/Digital Conversion; Converting the Video
Connecting to a TV or VCR External Connec tions 73 Recording starts. 7 While recording, press to pause the recording. In record pause, press again to resume recording. 8 Press to stop recording. 9 Connected device: Stop the playback. IMPORTANT Blank sections may be recorded as anomalous picture. If ...
Page 75 - PC Connection Diagrams; Connecting to a Computer; USB Terminal; Output connection (Signal Flow
Connecting to a Computer External Connec tions 75 Connecting to a Computer PC Connection Diagrams Connecting to a Computer USB Terminal Open the LCD panel cover to access. HDV/DV Terminal Check the type and orientation of the terminal and make sure you connect the DV cable properly. Terminal on the ...
Page 76 - Transferring Video Recordings; Equipment and System Requirements; A computer equipped with an; Start the video editing software.
Connecting to a Computer 76 Transferring Video Recordings You can transfer recordings to a computer using the HDV/DV terminal. Equipment and System Requirements A computer equipped with an IEEE1394 (DV) terminal or an IEEE1394 (DV) capture board A DV cable (commercially available) Video editing soft...
Page 77 - Transferring Still Images – Direct; Preparations; PC; Transferring Images
Connecting to a Computer External Connec tions 77 Transferring Still Images – Direct Transfer With the supplied USB cable and the Digital Video Software, you can transfer still images to a computer simply by pressing (print/share). Preparations The first time you connect the camcorder to the compute...
Page 78 - TRANSFER; ) a transfer option and; button will flash while the; Transfer Orders; Selecting Still Images to Transfer
Connecting to a Computer 78 A UTOMATIC TRANSFER OPTIONS When you select [ ALL IMAGES], [ NEW IMAGES] or [ TRANSFER ORDERS], all the relevant still images will be transferred to the computer in one batch and their thumbnails will be displayed on the computer. Select ( ) a transfer option and press . ...
Page 79 - Printing Still Images – Direct Print; Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer; Connecting to a Printer
Connecting to a Printer External Connec tions 79 : The image selection screen appears. F ROM THE IMAGE SELECTION SCREEN 1 Select ( ) the still image you want to mark with a transfer order. 2 Press ( ) to set the transfer order. A checkmark appears in the box next to the transfer order symbol . Press...
Page 80 - Printing with the; • Printing starts. The; Selecting the Print Settings; You can
Connecting to a Printer 80 We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. Refer also to the printer’s instruction manual. Printing with the (Print/Share) Button You can print a still image without changing the settings simply by pressing . 1 Select ( ) the still image you wish ...
Page 81 - Printing after Changing the Print Settings; Printing Multiple Images on the Same Sheet; Canon Printer Series
Connecting to a Printer External Connec tions 81 Printing after Changing the Print Settings 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward . • The print setting menu appears.• Depending on the printer, the message “BUSY.” may appear before ...
Page 82 - Trimming Settings; In the print setting menu (; Print Orders; Selecting Still Images for Printing
Connecting to a Printer 82 - Images recorded with the camcorder but edited on a computer.- Images whose file names were changed.- Images not recorded with this camcorder. Observe the following precautions during printing:- Do not turn off the camcorder or the printer.- Do not change the position of ...
Page 83 - Printing the Still Images Marked with Print; Erasing All Print Orders
Connecting to a Printer External Connec tions 83 : The image selection screen appears. F ROM THE IMAGE SELECTION SCREEN 1 Select ( ) the still image you want to mark with a print order. 2 Press ( ) to set the print order. The number of copies appears in orange in the box next to the print order symb...
Page 84 - Power Source; Problem
84 Trouble? Additional Information Trouble? 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 Troubleshooting Problem Solution • Camcorder will not turn on.• The camcorder switche...
Page 85 - io
Trouble? 85 Addi tion a l Info rmat io n Recording Video noise appears on screen. When using the camcorder in a room where a plasma TV is located, keep a distance between the camcorder and the plasma TV. – Video noise appears on the TV screen. When using the camcorder in a room where a TV is located...
Page 87 - Memory Card Operation
Trouble? 87 Addi tion a l Info rmat io n Memory Card Operation Printing Editing Others Problem Solution Memory card cannot be inserted. Memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the memory card over and reinsert it. 20 Cannot record on the memory card. Memory card is full. Erase still i...
Page 88 - List of Messages; Message
88 Trouble? List of Messages Some error messages will disappear after being displayed for about 4 seconds. Message Explanation/Solution SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME You 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, da...
Page 89 - Direct Print Related Messages
Trouble? 89 Addi tion a l Info rmat io n Direct Print Related Messages NOTES About Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS Printers: If the printer’s error indicator flashes or an error message appears on the printer’s operation panel, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. IN CARD POSITION You pressed while reco...
Page 91 - Camcorder; Handling Precautions; Treat the battery pack with care.
Do’s and Don’ts 91 Addi tion a l Info rmat io n Do’s and Don’ts Camcorder Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel. Be careful when closing the LCD panel. Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures (like the inside of a car under direct sunlight), or high humidity. Do not u...
Page 92 - Cassette; Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure; Memory Card
92 Do’s and Don’ts Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes substantially at normal temperatures. 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 pa...
Page 93 - Lithium Button Battery; To recharge the built-in lithium battery:
Do’s and Don’ts 93 Addi tion a l Info rmat io n the slot if it is not correctly oriented may damage the memory card or the camcorder. Do not attach any labels or stickers on the memory card. When you erase image files or initialize the memory card, only the file allocation table is altered and the d...
Page 94 - Cleaning the Video Heads; Camcorder Body; Storage; Condensation may form in the following
94 Do’s and Don’ts Cleaning the Video Heads In the following cases the video heads are dirty and need to be cleaned.- The message “HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears.- During playback you notice frequent video problems (blocky video artifacts, banding, etc.).- When playing back a tape recor...
Page 95 - Using the Camcorder Abroad; Power Sources
Do’s and Don’ts 95 Addi tional Info rmat io n When the camcorder is moved from a cold place to a warm room When the camcorder is left in a humid room When a cold room is heated rapidly T O AVOID CONDENSATION Do not expose the camcorder to sudden or extreme changes in temperature. Remove the cassette...
Page 96 - System Diagram
96 General Information General Information System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) BP-2L13, BP-2L14, NB-2LH Battery Pack CB-2LWBattery Charger STV-250N Stereo Video Cable CA-570 Compact Power Adapter SC-2000 SoftCarrying Case WS-20 Wrist Strap SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap miniSD Card...
Page 97 - Battery Packs; • The minimum focusing distance with the; Optional Accessories; Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
General Information 97 Addi tion a l Info rmat io n Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories. You can also obtain genuine accessories for your Canon camcorder by calling: 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. Information Center. Battery Packs When you need extra battery pa...
Page 98 - VFL-1 Video Flash Light
98 General Information WD-H43 Wide-converter This lens decreases focal length by a factor of 0.7, giving you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views.• When the Wide-converter is attached, a shadow may appear in the picture when you record with flash or assist lamp. FS-43U/FS-43U II Fi...
Page 99 - Shoulder Strap
General Information 99 Addi tion a l Info rmat io n Shoulder Strap You can attach a shoulder strap for more security and portability.Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap. WS-20 Wrist Strap Use this for extra additional protection for active shooting. SC-2000 Soft ...
Page 100 - Product Codes; Provided Accessories
100 General Information Product Codes Provided Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter 8468A002AA BP-2L13 Battery Pack 2069B002AA (D85-1712-000) WL-D87 Wireless Controller D83-0752-000 STV-250N Stereo Video Cable 3067A002AA (D82-0590-201) CTC-100 Component Cable 1719B001AA Optional Accessories NB-2...
Page 101 - Specifications; System
General Information 101 Addi tion a l Info rmat io n HV20 Specifications System Video Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning HDV 1080i 1 DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system), digital component recording Audio Recording System MPEG-1 Audio Layer 2, 16 bit, 48 kHz; transfer rate 384 k...
Page 102 - CA-570 Compact Power Adapter; Input/Output Terminals
102 General Information CA-570 Compact Power Adapter BP-2L13 Battery Pack Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice. File Format Design rule for Camera File system (DCF), Exif 2.2 3 compliant, DPOF compliant Image Compression Method JPEG (...
Page 103 - Index
General Information 103 Addi tion a l Info rmat io n 16:9 aspect ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3824p Cinema Mode (24 fps progressive) . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 46 6-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 439 Point AiAF (Autofocus) . . . . . . . . . . . 55 A Abroad, using the camc...
Page 107 - CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY; CANADA
107 Addi tion a l Info rmat io n CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY 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...
