Canon camcorder DC20 User Manual

							
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Basic Functions
Playback
E
Viewing Still Images
1. Open the LCD panel.
2. Holding the lock button pressed down move the power switch to 
PLAY and slide the  /  switch 
to the   (STILLS) position.
3. If necessary, change the media  for the still images using the 
procedure described in the 
Recording Still Images  section 
( 36).
• You can show the still images on the 
memory card or the disc. The default 
media for still images is the memory 
card.
• As long as you do not change the 
media selection, the camcorder will 
show the still images recorded on the 
media that was selected last.
4. Use the omni selector ( ) to move between images.
Slide Show
1. Press the FUNC. button.
2. Use the omni selector ( ) to select [ SLIDE SHOW] and press ( )  to make the selection.
3. Use the omni selector ( ) to select [START] and press ( ) to start  the slideshow.
• Images are played back one after another.
• Press the   button to stop the slide show.
Index Screen
1. Move the zoom lever toward W.
The stills index screen appears with the first six still images.
2. Use the omni selector ( ,  ) to select an image.
• Move the “ ” to the image you wish to view.
• You can switch between index pages by pressing the + or – button.
3. Move the zoom lever toward T.
The index screen closes and the selected image is displayed.
(59)SLID E SH OW  
						

							
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Image Jump Function
You can also quickly locate a specific image without having to browse all of them one by 
one. The number in the upper right of the screen indicates the number of the current 
image out of the total number of images.
Push the omni selector ( ) and keep it pressed down.
Image numbers will quickly run in sequence. When you release the omni selector the 
image corresponding to the number selected will be displayed.
The following may not be displayed correctly: Images not recorded with this 
camcorder, images edited on or uploaded from a computer (except for the 
sample images fo r the Card Mix function), and  images whose file names have 
been changed.
 Do not turn off the camcorder, change the position of the  /  switch, 
disconnect the power source, open the memory card/disc cover or remove the 
memory card/disc while the card access or the disc access indicator is flashing. 
Doing so could result in data damage.  
						

							
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Basic Functions
Playback
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Adjusting the Volume
While playing a movie ( ): If you use the LCD screen for playback the 
camcorder will play the sound using the built-in speaker. If you close the LCD panel the 
sound will be muted.
From the scene index screen or during playback:
1. Press the MENU button.
2. Use the omni selector ( ) to select the [SYSTEM SETUP] menu and press ( ).
3. Use the omni selector ( ) to select the [VOLUME]  option and press ( ).
4. Adjust ( ) the volume as desired and press ( ).
The menu symbol will show the volume level selected. When you turn off the volume 
completely   will appear instead.
5. Press the MENU button to save the setting and close the menu.
Omni Selector
Speaker MENU button  
						

							
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Magnifying the Image
While viewing a still image ( ), the playback image can be magnified up to 5 
times.
1. Move the zoom lever toward T.
• The image is magnified by 2 times and a frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area.
• To further enlarge the image, move the zoom lever toward 
T. To reduce the 
magnification to less than 2x, move the zoom lever toward W.
•  will appear for images that cannot be enlarged.
2. Select the part of the image to be magnified with the omni selector.
• Use the omni selector ( ,  ) to move the frame to the part of the image you  want to see enlarged.
• To cancel the magnification, move the zoom lever toward  W until the frame 
disappears.
Zoom lever
Omni Selector  
						

							
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Basic Functions
Playback
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Displaying Additional Recording Data
The camcorder keeps a data code containing the recording date and time and other 
camera data such as shutter speed and exposure (f-stop). You can select the data to be 
displayed when playing back a movie ( ) or viewing a still image ( ).
Selecting the Date/Time Display Combination
1. Press the MENU button.
2. Use the omni selector ( ) to select the [DISPLAY SETUP] menu and 
press ( ).
3. Use the omni selector ( ) to select the [DATA CODE] option and  press ( ).
4. Use the omni selector ( ) to select the data combination desired and  press ( ) to select it.
In   mode you can only choose to display the recording date, the time or 
both.
5. Press the MENU button to save the setting and close the menu.
6. While playing back a movie or viewing a still image, press the 
DISPLAY button to turn on the data code display.
Repeatedly pressing the DISPLAY button will turn the on-screen displays on and off in 
the following sequence:
MENU(79)DIS PLAY  SET UPDA TA C ODE     
DISPLAY button
Omni SelectorMENU button
 on-screen displays on
 data code display on
 on-screen displays off  
						

							
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Advanced Features
Recording ProgramsUsing the Recording Programs
Auto
The camcorder adjusts focus, 
exposure and other settings 
automatically, allowing you to just point 
and shoot.
PortraitThe camcorder uses a large 
aperture, achieving a focus 
on the subject while blurring 
other distracting details.SnowUse this mode to record in 
bright ski resorts. It prevents 
the subject from being 
underexposed.SpotlightUse this mode to record 
spotlit scenes.
SportsUse this mode to record 
sports scenes such as tennis 
or golf.Beach
Use this mode to record on a 
sunny beach. It prevents the 
subject from being 
underexposed
.
FireworksUse this mode to record 
fireworks.
NightUse this mode to record in 
dimly lit places.SunsetUse this mode to record 
sunsets in vibrant colors.
Program AE ( 48)
Shutter-Priority AE ( 49)
Aperture-Priority AE ( 50)  
						

							
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Advanced Features
Recording Programs
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Selecting the Recording Program
Set the camcorder to a recording mode (  
or  ) and use the mode switch to choose 
one of the following recording program categories:
: Automatic mode
: Program AE (P) ( 48), Shutter-Priority AE (Tv) ( 49) or 
Aperture-Priority AE (Av) ( 50) can be selected. (Scene): Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, or Fireworks can be  selected ( 46).
To select a specific recording program after choosing   or  :
1. Press the FUNC. button.
2. Select ( ) the symbol of the program currently activated from the  left side column.
3. Select ( ) the recording program desired.
4. Press the FUNC. button to make the selection and close the menu.
The symbol of the selected recording program will appear.
 Do not change the recording program during recording as the brightness of the 
image may change abruptly.
 Portrait:
- The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in (T).
- The picture may not appear smooth when played back.
 Sp or ts:
The picture may not appear smooth when played back.
 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.
 Snow/Beach:
- The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places. 
Check the image on the screen.
- The picture may not appear smooth when played back. 
 Fireworks:
To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod. Make sure to use a 
tripod especially when recording still images, as the shutter speed slows down.
Mode switch  
						

							
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Using the Program AE Mode
The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed according to the 
subject to achieve the best exposure conditions. In Program AE mode, you can point and 
shoot as in Auto mode, while still enjoying the option to manually adjust some settings.
1. Set the camcorder to a recording mode (  or  ) and move the mode 
switch to  .
2. From the FUNC. menu, select the   (PROGRAM AE)  mode ( 47).
If the optimal exposure cannot be obtained, try the following actions.
Manually adjust the exposure ( 51).
 Change the metering method ( 62).
  Use the flash ( 56).
  Use the mini video light ( 55).  
						

							
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Advanced Features
Recording Programs
E
Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode
You can select a shutter speed, and the camcorder automatically sets the aperture setting 
most appropriate for the subject.
Select a high shutter speed for recording fast moving subjects, and a slow shutter speed 
to add a motion blur to moving objects, enhancing the feel of movement of the image.
Guidelines for selecting the shutter speed
1. Set the camcorder to a recording mode (  or  ) and move the mode 
switch to  .
2. From the FUNC. menu, select the Tv (SHUTTER- PRIO. AE) mode ( 47). 
3. Press ( ).
The denominator of the current shutter speed will be displayed with a blue 
background.
4. Change ( ) the shutter speed and press ( ) to save the setting.
• The denominator of the shutter speed selected will be displayed.
• The aperture value is adjusted automatically.
 The shutter speed denominator flashes when the selected shutter speed is not 
appropriate for the recording condition. In such case, readjust the shutter 
speed.
 When using a slow shutter speed in dark places, you can obtain a brighter 
image, but the image quality may be lower, and the autofocus may not work 
well.
 Do not point the camcorder directly at the sun when the shutter speed is set to 
1/1000 or higher.
 The image may flicker when recording with high shutter speeds.
 Recording movies under fluorescent lights: When the recording program is set 
to  ,   or   (SCN), the camcorder automatically detects the flicker of 
fluorescent lighting and adjusts the shutter speed accordingly. However, if the 
screen starts to flicker, select the Tv mode and set the shutter speed to 1/100.
1/8, 1/15, 1/30 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 
1/15, 1/30 For recording subjects in dark places.
1/60 1/60 For general recordings.
1/100 1/100 For recording indoor sports scenes.
1/250, 1/500, 
1/1000 1/250, 1/500 For recording from within a car or trains, or 
recording moving subjects such as roller coasters.
1/2000 -For recording outdoor sports such as golf or tennis 
on sunny days.  
						

							
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Using the Aper ture-Priority AE
Mode
You can select an aperture value, and the camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed 
most appropriate for the subject. Use low aperture values (large aperture) to blur the 
background for a portrait, or high aperture values (small aperture) to achieve a broad 
depth of field for recording landscapes.
Aperture values: 1.8, 2.0, 2.4, 2.8, 3.4, 4.0, 4.8, 5.6, 6.7, 8.0, 9.5, 11, 14, 16
1. Set the camcorder to a recording mode (  or  ) and move the mode 
switch to  .
2. From the FUNC. menu, select the Av (APERTURE- PRIO. AE) mode ( 47). 
3. Press ( ).
The current aperture value will be displayed with a blue background.
4. Change ( ) the aperture value and press ( ) to save the setting.
• The aperture value selected will be displayed.
• The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.
• The aperture becomes smaller the bigger the aperture value.
 The aperture value flashes when the selected aperture is not appropriate for the 
recording condition. In such case, readjust the aperture.
 Available aperture values vary depending on the zoom position.