Canon camcorder DC20 User Manual

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Preparations
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Step 8: Loading a Disc
1. Holding the lock button pressed down, move the power switch to 
CAMERA. 
2. Move the  /  switch to the    (MOVIES) position.
3. Push the OPEN button and gently  open the disc cover fully until it 
stops.
• Retract the grip belt under the 
camcorder so it will not get in the way of 
the disc cover.
• When there is already a disc in the  camcorder it may take a moment after 
you press the OPEN button for the disc 
cover to open. Do not force the cover 
open.
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When using a DVD-RW:You need to initialize the disc before you can start recording. The Disc Initialization screen 
will appear when a DVD-RW is first inserted. It will not appear when inserting a disc 
already initialized. In that case, you can start recording once the record pause   
indication appears.Use the omni selector ( ) to select the disc specification desired and press ( ) to 
make the selection. For a comparison between the specifications “VIDEO” and “VR” 
see  An Introduction to DVDs...

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Basic Functions
Recording
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Basic Functions
Recording
Recording Movies
1. Holding the lock button pressed down, move the power switch to 
CAMERA. 
2. Move the  /  switch to the    (MOVIES) position.
3. Open the LCD panel and the lens  cover (move the lens cover switch 
down to  ).
4. Press the start/stop button to  begin recording.
• Press the start/stop button again to 
pause recording.
• During the recording and immediately  after pausing it, the disc access indicator 
may go on while the scene is...

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In order 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 minutes ( 84). Approximately 30 seconds before the camcorder shuts 
off, “ AUTO POWER OFF” appears in the center of the screen. If the 
camcorder shuts off, move the power switch to OFF and then back to 
CAMERA or PLAY. 
 About the LCD and viewfinder screen: The screens are produced using 
extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more...

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Basic Functions
Recording
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Recording Still Images
1. Holding the lock button pressed down, move the power switch to 
CAMERA. 
2. Move the  /  switch to the    (STILLS) position. 
3. Open the LCD panel and the lens  cover (move the lens cover switch 
down to  ).
4. If necessary, change the media for  recording the still images using 
the procedure described in the 
next page ( 36).
• You can record still images on the 
memory card or the disc. The default 
media for still images is the memory 
card....

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When the subject is too bright, “OVEREXP.” starts flashing. In such case, use 
the optional FS-H27U ND filter. 
 In order 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 minutes 
( 84). “  AUTO POWER OFF” appears 30 seconds before shutoff. To 
continue recording, turn the power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.
Selecting the Media for the Still Images
You can record still images on the memory card or...

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Basic Functions
Recording
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Zooming
The zoom is available when recording movies or stills. When recording movies 
( ), in addition to the 10x optical zoom you can also use the 200x digital zoom 
( 80).
10x Optical Zoom
Move the zoom lever towardWto zoom out (wide-
angle). Move it toward  T to zoom in (telephoto).
Press the zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom. Press harder for a 
faster zoom.
 You can also use the  T and  W buttons on the wireless controller. However, in 
that case you cannot control...

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Tips for Better Recording
Holding the Camcorder
For maximum stability, hold the camcorder firmly with your right hand and 
keep your right elbow pressed against your body. If necessary, support the 
camcorder with your left hand. Be careful that your fingers do not touch the 
microphone or lens.
For More Stability
Lighting
When recording outdoors, we 
recommend recording with the sun at 
your back.
When using a tripod, do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as it 
may melt (due to...

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Basic Functions
Playback
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PlaybackPlaying Back Movies
1. Open the LCD panel.
2. Holding the lock button pressed down move the power switch to 
PLAY and slide the  /  switch 
to the   (MOVIES) position.
The scene index screen appears with the 
selection frame on the first scene.
3. Use the omni selector ( ,  ) to move the selection frame to the 
scene you want to play back. 
Press the  /  button to begin 
the playback.
• Playback of the scenes recorded on the 
disc will start from the scene...

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Special Playback Modes
/  (Playback Pause)During normal playback, press the  /  button on the camcorder or the PAUSE   on 
the wireless controller during normal playback.
Skipping ScenesDuring normal playback, push the omni selector ( ) to skip to the beginning of the next 
scene. Push ( ) to return to the beginning of the current scene. Push ( ) again to skip 
to the beginning of the previous scene.
 Fast Forward Playback /   Fast Reverse PlaybackDuring playback, press the   or   button on the...