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Canon ZR800 User Manual

Canon ZR800
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Digital Video Camcorder
Instruction Manual
Caméscope Numérique
Manuel d’instruction
Videocámara digital
Manual de Instrucciones
Mini
Digital
Video
Cassette

Table of Contents

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Questions and Answers:

Canon ZR800 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor typeCCD
Total megapixels0.68 MP
Optical sensor size1/6 \
Digital zoom- x
Optical zoom35 x
Image stabilizerYes
Interchangeable lens-
Camcorder tape typeMini-DV
Camcorder media typeVideotape
Disc types supportedNo
Compatible memory cardsNot supported
Internal storage capacity- GB
Display diagonal2.7 \
Viewfinder typeElectronic
Viewfinder resolution114000 pixels
Viewfinder screen size0.35 \
Camcorder typeHandheld camcorder
Minimum illumination2 lx
Supported aspect ratios4:3, 16:9
Product colorBlue, Silver
Maximum video resolution- pixels
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Battery capacity- mAh
Battery life (max)- h
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth1190 mm
Width570 mm
Height920 mm
Weight375 g

Summary

Cleaning the Video Heads

Symptoms of Dirty Video Heads

Lists symptoms like blocky artifacts, distorted sound, and specific messages.

Important Usage Instructions

Warnings and Safety Precautions

Covers warnings about rain, moisture, interference, and accessory usage.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Guidelines (1-16)

Covers basic safety like reading instructions, water avoidance, cleaning, and avoiding magnetic fields.

Placement, Power, and Overloading Safety (17-20)

Covers safe placement, power sources, overloading, and object entry.

Servicing, Lightning, and Overloading Safety (21-24)

Covers servicing, lightning protection, and overloading.

Damage Requiring Service and Replacement Parts

Damage Requiring Service (25)

Lists conditions requiring service like damaged plug, liquid spills, or abnormal performance.

About the Operating Modes

Components Guide

Camcorder Components (Continued)

Getting Started

Charging the Battery Pack

Step-by-step instructions for charging the battery pack.

Battery and Backup Battery Installation

Inserting and Removing a Tape

Mini DV Tape Insertion and Removal

Step-by-step instructions for inserting and removing Mini DV tapes.

Preparing the Camcorder

Initial Camcorder Setup

Covers turning on, opening lens cover, adjusting viewfinder, and fastening grip belt.

Using the Menus

Navigating Setup Menus

Recording

Recording Movies

Steps to start and pause recording movies.

Recording Tips and Zooming

Using the Zoom Function

Instructions for using optical and digital zoom.

Playback

Playing Back Recorded Movies

Steps to play back recorded movies using the LCD or viewfinder.

Menu Options Lists

FUNC. Menu Recording Programs

Lists available recording programs like Program AE, Portrait, Sports, etc.

Menu Options Lists (Continued)

Setup Menus Digital Zoom

Explains digital zoom options and limitations.

Setup Menus Image Stabilizer

Explains image stabilizer function and settings.

Using the Recording Programs

EASY Recording Mode

Explains the automatic settings for easy recording.

Program AE and Shutter Speed

Program AE Shutter Speed Adjustment

How to adjust shutter speed in Program AE mode.

Adjusting Picture: Exposure, Focus, and Color

Manual Exposure Adjustment

How to manually adjust exposure for backlit or bright subjects.

Focus Adjustment

Manual Focus Adjustment

How to manually focus on subjects where autofocus may fail.

White Balance Adjustment

White Balance Adjustment

How to set white balance for accurate color reproduction.

Custom White Balance Setup

Steps to set a custom white balance for specific lighting.

Connecting to a TV or VCR

Connection Diagrams

Diagrams showing AV and DV connections to TV/VCR.

TV/VCR Connection Procedures

Playback on a TV Screen

How to play back recordings on a TV.

Connecting for Recording to VCR/DVR

Steps for connecting to VCR/DVD recorder for copying.

Recording Process to VCR/DVR

Steps for copying recordings from camcorder to VCR/DVD.

Digital Video Dubbing

Digital Video Dubbing

Inputting video from other devices to record on the camcorder.

Dubbing Process Steps

Steps for performing digital video dubbing.

Connecting to a Computer

PC Connection Diagrams

Diagrams showing DV connection to a computer.

Transferring Video Recordings to PC

Transferring Video Recordings to PC

How to transfer recordings to a computer using the DV terminal.

Connecting for Video Transfer

Steps to connect camcorder to computer for transfer.

Troubleshooting

Power Source Issues

Solutions for issues like camcorder not turning on or battery not charging.

Recording and Playback Problems

Solutions for buttons not working, abnormal characters, or cassette errors.

Troubleshooting (Continued)

Recording Issues and Solutions

Solutions for no screen image, time/date message, start/stop button issues, focus, sound, viewfinder.

Sound/Image Issues and Editing Problems

Solutions for no sound, no TV image, editing issues.

Playback Issues and Solutions

Solutions for playback video noise or playback not starting.

List of On-Screen Messages

Explanations and solutions for common on-screen messages.

Do's and Don'ts

Camcorder Handling Precautions

Guidelines for handling the camcorder safely and preventing damage.

Battery Pack Safety and Handling

Dangers and precautions for handling the battery pack.

Cassette Handling and Battery Safety

Lithium Button Battery Safety

Warnings and precautions for the lithium button battery.

Camcorder Maintenance

Camcorder Cleaning Procedures

Instructions for cleaning the camcorder body, lens, viewfinder, and LCD screen.

Condensation Management

Condensation Prevention and Management

How to avoid condensation and what to do when detected.

Specifications

Specifications (Continued)

U.S.A. Limited Warranty

Warranty Terms, Coverage, and Exclusions (USA)

Details parts and labor warranty, exclusions, and service contacts.

CANADA Limited Warranty

Warranty Terms, Coverage, and Exclusions (Canada)

Details warranty terms, coverage, exclusions, and service procedures for Canada.

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