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Introduction
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First, we’d like to thank you for buying this
Canon camcorder. Its advanced technology
makes it very easy to use — you will soon be
making high-quality home videos which will
give you pleasure for years to come.
To get the most out of your new camcorder,
you should read this manual thoroughly —
there are many sophisticated features which
will add to your recording enjoyment.
Thank you for Choosing a Canon
Check that this package contains the following
accessories:
Getting started
To get started we suggest that you master the
basic operations of the camcorder first, before
moving on to use its full range of features.
For quick reference (in addition to the contents
and index) please refer to:
•Finding Your Way Around the ES8600 (p. 8)
• Screen displays (p. 70)
•Troubleshooting — in case you run into any
problems (p. 67)
Note that capital letters are used to refer to
settings that appear in the display and buttons
labeled on the camcorder itself e.g. Press the
EJECT 5 button.
BP-911K Battery Pack SS-500
Shoulder Strap
C-250 AV Cable
Lens cap and lens cap cord
(Attached to camera)
CA-550K Compact
Power Adapter
Lithium button
battery (CR2025)
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