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    PUB.DIM-797
    DVD Camcorder
    Instruction Manual
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    IntroductionImpor tant 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 recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of 
    copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
    DVD Camcorder, DC210 A systems
    This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This 
    device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including 
    interference that may cause undesired operation.
    Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device, pursuant to 
    Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
    interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy 
    and, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
    communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this 
    equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning 
    the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following 
    measures:
    • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
    • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
    • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
    The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital video camcorder must be used with this equipment in order 
    to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
    Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.
    If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
    Canon U.S.A. Inc.
    One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
    Tel No. (516)328-5600
    CAUTION:
    TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY 
    INSERT.
    ImportantWarning
    CAUTION:
    TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 
    SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR 
    BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS 
    INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO 
    QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
    CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
    The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, 
    within an equilateral triangle, is intended to 
    alert the user to the presence of uninsulated 
    “dangerous voltage” within the product’s 
    enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude 
    to constitute a risk of electric shock to 
    persons.
    The exclamation point, within an equilateral 
    triangle, is intended to alert the user to the 
    presence of important operating and 
    maintenance (servicing) instructions in the 
    literature accompanying the product.
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    3
    In these safety instructions the word “product” 
    refers to the Canon DVD Camcorder DC210 A 
    and all its accessories.
    1Read Instructions — All the safety and 
    operating instructions should be read 
    before the product is operated.
    2Retain Instructions — The safety and 
    operating instructions should be retained 
    for future reference.
    3Heed Warnings — All warnings on the 
    product and in the operating instructions 
    should be adhered to.
    4Follow Instructions — All operating and 
    maintenance instructions should be 
    followed.
    5Cleaning — Unplug this product from the 
    wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use 
    liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product 
    should be cleaned only as recommended 
    in this manual.
    6Accessories — Do not use accessories not  
    recommended in this manual as they may 
    be hazardous.
    7Avoid magnetic or electric fields — Do not 
    use the camera close to TV transmitters, 
    portable communication devices or other 
    sources of electric or magnetic radiation. 
    They may cause picture interference, or 
    permanently damage the camera.
    8Water and Moisture — Hazard of electric 
    shock — Do not use this product near 
    water or in rainy/moist situations.
    9Placing or Moving — Do not place on an 
    unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or 
    table. The  product may fall, causing 
    serious injury to a child or adult, and 
    serious damage to the 
    product.
    A product and cart 
    combination should be 
    moved with care. Quick 
    stops, excessive force, 
    and uneven surfaces may 
    cause the product and cart 
    combination to overturn.
    10Power Sources — The CA-570 Compact 
    Power Adapter should be operated only 
    from the type of power source indicated on 
    the marking label. If you are not sure of the 
    type of power supply to your home, consult 
    your product dealer or local power 
    company. Regarding other power sources 
    such as battery power, refer to instructions 
    in this manual.
    11Polarization — The CA-570 Compact 
    Power Adapter is equipped with a 
    polarized 2-prong plug (a plug having one 
    blade wider than the other).
    The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the 
    power outlet only one way. This is a safety 
    feature. If you are unable to insert the plug 
    fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If 
    the plug still fails to fit, contact your 
    electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. 
    Do not defeat the safety purpose of the 
    polarized plug.
    12Power Cord Protection — Power cords 
    should be routed so that they are not likely 
    to be walked on or pinched by items placed 
    upon or against them. Pay particular 
    attention to plugs and the point from which 
    the cords exit the product.
    13Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an 
    outside antenna is connected to the 
    product, be sure the antenna is grounded 
    so as to provide some protection against 
    voltage surges and built-up static charges. 
    Section 810 of the National Electrical 
    Code, ANSI / NFPA No. 70—1984, 
    provides information with respect to proper 
    grounding of the mast and supporting 
    structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to 
    an antenna discharge unit, size of 
    grounding conductors, location of antenna 
    discharge unit, connection to grounding 
    electrodes, and requirements for the 
    grounding electrode. See figure 1.
    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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    14Lightning — For added protection of this 
    product during a lightning storm, or when it 
    is left unattended and unused for long 
    periods of time, disconnect it from the wall 
    outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will 
    prevent damage to the product due to 
    lightning and power-line surges.
    15Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets 
    and extension cords as this can result in a 
    risk of fire or electric shock.
    16Objects and Liquid Entry — Never push 
    objects of any kind into this product 
    through openings as they may touch 
    dangerous voltage points or short out parts 
    that could result in a fire or electric shock. 
    Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind onto 
    the product.
    17Servicing — Do not attempt to service this 
    product yourself as opening or removing 
    covers may expose you to dangerous 
    voltage or other hazards. Refer all 
    servicing to qualified service personnel.
    18Damage Requiring Service — Disconnect 
    this product from the wall outlet and all 
    power sources including battery, and refer 
    servicing to qualified service personnel 
    under the following conditions:
    a.  When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
    b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or 
    objects have fallen into, the product.
    c.  If the product has been exposed to rain 
    or water.
    d.  If the product does not operate normally  even if you follow the operating 
    instructions. Adjust only those controls 
    that are covered by the operation 
    instructions. Improper adjustment of 
    other controls may result in damage and 
    will often require ext ensive work by a 
    qualified technician to restore the 
    product to its normal operation.
    e. If the product has been dropped or the  cabinet has been damaged.
    f.  When the product exhibits a distinct 
    change in performance. This indicates a 
    need for service.
    19Replacement Parts — When replacement 
    parts are required, be sure the service 
    technician has used replacement parts that 
    are specified by Canon or that have the 
    same characteristics as the original part. 
    Unauthorized substitutions may result in 
    fire, electric shock or other hazards.
    20Safety Check — Upon completion of any 
    service or repai rs to this product, ask the 
    service technician to perform safety checks 
    to determine that the product is in safe 
    operating order.
    EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS 
    PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
    ANTENNA 
    LEAD IN 
    WIRE
    ANTENNA DISCHARGE 
    UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)
    GROUNDING 
    CONDUCTORS 
    (NEC SECTION 810-21)
    GROUND CLAMPS
    POWER SERVICE GROUNDING 
    ELECTRODE SYSTEM 
    (NEC ART 250. PART H)
    NEC - NATIONAL 
    ELECTRICAL CODE
    ELECTRIC 
    SERVICE 
    EQUIPMENT
    GROUND 
    CLAMPFig. 1
    When replacement of the power supply is required
    , please return it to the responsible nearest 
    Canon Service Center and please replac e it with the same type number CA-570.
    The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For areas where 
    120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter. Contact your nearest Canon 
    Service Center for further information.
    This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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    Introduction
    How to select a DVD disc
    There are many types of DVD discs but this camcorder uses only the following three 
    types of 8 cm mini DVD discs: DVD-R, DVD-R DL and DVD-RW. Note that what you 
    can do with a disc depends on the type of DVD  used so select the disc that best fits 
    your purpose.
    DVD-Rs can be recorded only once - you cannot  edit or delete the recordings. On the 
    other hand, these discs are comparativ ely cheaper and they can be played back in 
    most common DVD players.
    Dual-layered discs allow writi ng up to 80% more data (2.6 GB) on a single recording 
    side. However, DVD-R DLs can only be play ed back on DVD devices compatible with 
    dual-layered discs. Also, you cannot  edit or delete the recordings.
    Dual-layered discs have two recording layers. The camcorder 
    will record on Layer 1 and then continue to Layer 2. During 
    the playback of a recording spanning both layers, you may 
    notice a brief stop (about 1 second) at the point where the 
    camcorder switches to the second layer.
    Recordings made on a DVD-RW disc can be edited or deleted. Also, the disc can be 
    initialized1 allowing you to use the same disc numerous times.
    DVD-RBest for Compatibility
    DVD-R DLBest for Recording Time
    DVD-RWBest for Reusability
    Disc specification on DVD-RWs
    DVD-RW discs can be recorded using eit her one of two disc specifications: 
    VIDEO mode or VR mode. When you first insert a brand new DVD-RW disc, 
    the camcorder will automatically displa y the initialization screen where you 
    can select the disc specification for the disc.
    VIDEO mode:  Once finalized
    2, discs recorded in VIDEO mode can be played 
    back in most common DVD players offering the best compatibility. However, 
    recordings cannot be edited (deleted, rearranged, etc.).
    VR mode:  You can easily edit the recordings. However, discs recorded in VR 
    mode can only be played back with DVD players compatible with DVD-RWs 
    in VR mode.
    Note: DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs can only be recorded in VIDEO mode.
    Scene 2
    Scene 1
    Layer 2
    Layer 1
    Recording surface
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    No need to worry about recording over a tape.
    When you use a DVD, the camcorder will automatically record on the empty space of 
    the disc. So you dont have to worry about  mistakenly recording over a precious 
    memory.
    Just select a scene from the index screen.
    You dont need to bother running a tape forwards and backwards to find the scene you 
    want to play back. Simply select a scene  from the index screen and start the playback 
    in a breeze.
    Easy Playback on a DVD player
    After you finalize the disc you recorded, al l you have to do is just pop it into a DVD 
    player and start the playback.  If you record your disc in VIDEO mode, you will be able 
    to play back your disc on most t abletop DVD players and DVD devices.
    Great Advantages of DVDs
    Why DVDs are better than tapes
    Recommended Discs
    The camcorders performance was test ed with single-layered discs using 
    Hitachi-Maxell HG series DVD discs ; and with dual-layered discs using 
    Canon DVD-R DL54 discs and Verbatim  DVD-R DL discs. For further details, 
    contact directly the manufacturers  customer support center. Note that 
    attempting to record or play with  this camcorder DVD discs that were 
    recorded, initialized or finalized with  other digital devices can result in 
    permanently losing the recordings.
    For the highest compatibility with external DVD devices we recommend 
    using the VIDEO mode.
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    Introduction
    Available features depend on the DVD disc used
    1 Disc initialization clears all the recordings on the disc and restores the free space on the disc to its 
    initial value so you can use the same disc again.  DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs cannot be initialized. 
    2 Disc finalization is the processing of the free space (the unrecorded area) on the disc in order to 
    make it playable on external DVD devices (  61).  To finalize a DVD-R DL disc, the camcorder has 
    to process both layers. Therefore, and depending on  the amount of free space on the disc, this 
    process may be lengthy.
    3 Playback cannot be guaranteed with all external DVD devices.4 You will need to unfinalize the disc first.
    Disc TypeDVD-RDVD-R DL
    DVD-RW
    VIDEOVR
    Editing scenes with this camcorder (deleting scenes, 
    editing the Playlist) ( 54)–––
    Deleting a scene or still image immediately after recording 
    it ( 55, 59)––
    Initializing the disc in order to use it again for recording 
    (57)––
    Giving a title to the disc ( 58)
    Finalizing the disc in order to play it with a DVD player 
    (61) 3
    Adding recordings to a disc already finalized ( 63)–– 4
    Converting still images into Photomovie scenes ( 60)
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    Introduction
    How to select a DVD disc ............................................................................... 5
    About this Manual About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide ................................................... 11
    About the Power Switch ................................................................................ 12
    About the Operating Modes .......................................................................... 12
    Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories.................................................................................... 14
    Components Guide ....................................................................................... 15
    Screen Displays ............................................................................................ 17
    Preparations
    Getting StartedCharging the Battery Pack ............................................................................ 20
    Inserting and Removing a Disc ..................................................................... 22
    Preparing the Camcorder.............................................................................. 23
    Adjusting the LCD Screen............................................................................. 24
    Using the Menus Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option................................................................... 25
    Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus .................................................. 25
    First Time Settings Changing the Language................................................................................ 26
    Changing the Time Zone............................................................................... 26
    Setting the Date and Time ............................................................................ 27
    Basic Functions
    RecordingShooting Video .............................................................................................. 28
    Selecting the Aspect Ratio of your Re cordings (16:9 Widescreen or 4:3) .... 29
    Taking Photos ............................................................................................... 30
    Zooming ........................................................................................................ 31
    Quick Start Function...................................................................................... 31
    Playback Playing Back the Video ................................................................................. 32
    Displaying the Photos ................................................................................... 33
    Magnifying Photos duri ng Playback .............................................................. 35
    Advanced Functions
    Menu Options Lists
    FUNC. Menu ................................................................................................. 36
    Setup Menus ................................................................................................. 37 Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) .......................... 37
    Disc Operations (Photomov ie, Finalize, etc.)...................................... 39
    Still Image Operations (Erase all still images) .................................... 39
    Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) ............................... 40
    System Setup (Volume, Beep, etc.) .................................................... 41
    Date/Time Setup ................................................................................. 42
    Table of contents
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    Introduction
    Recording ProgramsUsing the Recording Programs .....................................................................43 Flexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed ...............44
    Special Scene: Recording Programs to Match Special Conditions ...............45
    Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color Manual Exposure Adjustment........................................................................46
    Manual Focus Adjustment .............................................................................46
    White Balance ...............................................................................................47
    Image Effects.................................................................................................48
    Still Image Recording Options Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images ...............................................49
    Automatic Focus Priority................................................................................50
    Other Functions On-Screen Displays.......................................................................................50
    Self Timer ......................................................................................................52
    Digital Effects .................................................................................................52
    Editing Functions
    Managing ScenesAdding Scenes to the Playlist ........................................................................54
    Moving Scenes in the Playlist ........................................................................55
    Deleting Scenes ............................................................................................55
    Dividing a Scene............................................................................................56
    Managing the Disc Protecting the Disc ........................................................................................57
    Initializing the Disc .........................................................................................57
    Changing the Disc Title .................................................................................58
    Managing Photos Erasing Photos ..............................................................................................59
    Converting Photos into Photomovie Scenes .................................................60
    Playing Back the Disc on an External Device
    Finalizing the Disc .........................................................................................61
    Playing Back your Disc  on a DVD Player or a Computer’s DVD Drive .........62
    Unfinalizing the Disc - Additional  Recordings on a Finalized Disc ................63
    External Connections
    Connecting to a TV or VCR
    Connection Diagrams ....................................................................................64
    Playback on a TV Screen ..............................................................................65
    Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder .............................................65
    Additional Information
    Trouble?Troubleshooting .............................................................................................66
    List of Messages............................................................................................70
    Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions ....................................................................................72
    Maintenance/Others ......................................................................................74
    Using the Camcorder Abroad ........................................................................75
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    General InformationSystem Diagram ........................................................................................... 76
    Optional Accessories .................................................................................... 77
    Product Codes .............................................................................................. 78
    Specifications ................................................................................................ 79
    Index ............................................................................................................. 81
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