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    Introduction • 11
    Thank you for purchasing the Canon DC420/DC410. Please read this manual 
    carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your 
    camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (
    73).
    Conventions Used in this Manual
    • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.
    • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
    • POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions that apply if the function described is not 
    available in all operating modes (the operating mode to which the camcorder 
    should be set, the type of disc required, etc.).
    • : Reference page number.
    • : Text that applies only to the model(s) shown in the icon.
    • The following terms are used in this manual: “Screen” refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
    “Scene” refers to one movie unit from the point you press   to start 
    recording until you press again to pause the recording.
    The terms “photo” and “still image” are used interchangeably with the same 
    meaning.
    • The photos included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
    • Note that unless indicated otherwise, screenshots and illustrations in this manual 
    refer to the   model.
    About this Manual
    Start/Stop
    : Special Scene Recording Programs
    Recording in a very bright ski resort or 
    capturing the full colors of a sunset or a 
    fireworks display becomes as easy as 
    selecting a Special Scene recording 
    program. For details about the available 
    options, refer to the sidebar below.
    POINTS TO CHECK
    Mode switch:
     
    [  PROGRAM AE] 
    [ PORTRAIT]   Press   to 
    display the Special Scene (SCN) 
    recording programs 
    Desired recording program 
    Additional Functions
    ( 28)
    FUNC.
    FUNC.Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are 
    indicated within a “button” frame.
    For example  .FUNC.
    Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menu 
    options as they are displayed on screen. In menu option lists 
    and option tables the default value is shown in boldface.
    For example  [ON], [OFF].
    The camcorder's operating mode is determined by the 
    switch and the position of the  /  switch. In this 
    manual,   indicates that a function is available and   
    indicates that the function is not available. When no 
    operating mode icons are given, the function is available in 
    all operating modes.
    In this manual, the   arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. 
    For a detailed explanation refer to Using the Menus  ( 21).
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    12 • Introduction
    Gett in g  to  Kn ow  t he  Cam corder
    Supplied Accessories
    CA-570 Compact Power 
    Adapter (incl. power cord)NB-2LH Battery Pack
    IFC-300PCU USB Cable
    ( only)STV-250N Stereo Video  Cable
    Yellow • Red • White plugs
    Online product registration for U.S.A. Customers only.
    Register your product online at www.registercanon.com
    Protect your product
    We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Canon product on 
    file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as loss 
    or theft.
    Receive information on new products and promotions
    Upon your request, we will send you information on Canon new products and 
    promotions.
    The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the 
    camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a 
    permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.
    Date of Purchase: Model Name: DC420 A/DC410 A
    Purchased From: Serial No.:
    Dealer Address:
    Dealer Phone No.:
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    * only.
    **  only.
    Components Guide
    Left side viewFront view
    Right side view
    RESET button ( 75)
    Speaker
    CARD access indicator ( 51)
    Lens cover switch ( 28, 51) 
    ( open, 
     closed)
    MIC terminal* ( 44)
    AV  te rm inal ( 6 3)
    USB terminal** ( 63)
    DISC access indicator ( 28)
    Mode switch ( 29)  Easy recording
     Recording programs
    Disc compartment cover ( 25)  switch ( 20)
    Lock button
    Strap mount ( 89)
    Grip belt ( 20)
    Stereo microphone
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    Back view
    To p  v i e w
    Bottom viewJoystick ( 21)
    FUNC. button ( 22, 66)
    DISP. button ( 43)
    Dioptric adjustment lever ( 29)
    Viewfinder ( 29)
    VIEWFINDER  button ( 29)
    DISC COVER  switch ( 25)
    PLAY indicator (green) ( 21)
    CAMERA indicator (green) ( 21)/
    CHARGE indicator (red) ( 18)
    Start/Stop button ( 28)
    LCD screen ( 24)
    Battery attachment unit ( 18)/
    Serial number
    DC IN terminal (18)
    Zoom lever ( 30) /  (movies/still images) switch
     (21)
    Memory card slot 
    (open the cover to access)  ( 27)
    Memory card slot cover
    BATT. (battery release) switch ( 18)
    Tr i p o d  s o c k e t  ( 8 0 )
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    Screen Displays
     Recording movies
    Playing movies 
    (during playback)Operating mode ( 21) /
    Disc specification ( 5)
    Recording program ( 36, 38)
    White balance ( 41)
    Image effects ( 42)
    LCD video light ( 39)
    Digital effects ( 42)
    Recording mode ( 30)
    Disc type   DVD-R,   DVD-R DL,   DVD-RW ( 5)
    Manual focus ( 40)
    Image stabilizer ( 68)
    Disc operation
    Time code/Playback time 
    (hours : minutes : seconds)
    Remaining recording time on the disc
    Remaining battery charge ( 17)
    Wind screen off ( 69)
    Recording reminder
    Level marker ( 70)
    Finalized disc mark ( 48)
    Scene number
    Joystick guide ( 21)
    Data code ( 43)
    Speaker volume ( 34)
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     Recording still images
     Viewing still images
    Zoom ( 30), Exposure   ( 40)
    Recording program ( 36, 38)
    White balance ( 41)
    Image effects ( 42)
    LCD video light ( 39)
    Digital effects ( 42)  Drive mode ( 56)
    Still image quality/size ( 52)
    Manual focus ( 40)
    Number of still images available on the 
    memory card
    Self timer ( 39)
    AF frame ( 69)
    Joystick guide ( 21)
    Focus/exposure automatically set and 
    locked ( 51)
    Camcorder shake warning ( 68)
    Image number ( 17, 71)
    Current image / Total number of images
    Histogram ( 56)
    Date and time of recording
    Image protection mark ( 57)
    Manual exposure ( 40)
    Image size ( 52)
    File size
    Aperture value
    Shutter speed ( 38)
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     Disc operationRecord,   Record pause, 
    Playback,   Playback pause,  , Fast playback, 
    , Fast reverse playback,
    Slow playback, 
    Slow reverse playback
     Remaining recording timeWhen there is no more disc space available, 
    “ END” will be displayed and the recording 
    will stop.
     Remaining battery charge estimate
    • When   is displayed in red, the battery pack  is exhausted. Replace the battery pack with a 
    fully charged one.
    • Depending on the conditions under which the  camcorder and the battery pack are used, the 
    actual battery charge may not be indicated 
    accurately.
     Recording reminderThe camcorder counts from 1 to 10 seconds 
    when you start recording. This is helpful to avoid 
    scenes that are too short.
      Number of still images available on the card  displayed in red: No card
    in green: 6 or more images
    in yellow: 1 to 5 images
    in red: No more images can be recorded
    • When viewing the still images, the display will 
    always be in green.
    • Depending on the recording conditions, the  number of available still images displayed may 
    not decrease even after a recording has been 
    made, or may decrease by 2 still images at 
    once.
    Card access display is displayed next to the number of images 
    available while the camcorder is writing on the 
    memory card.
     Image numberThe image number indicates the name and 
    location of the file on the memory card. For 
    example, the file name of image 101-0107 is 
    “IMG_ 0107.JPG”, stored under the folder 
    “DCIM\ 101CANON”.
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    18 • Preparations
    Preparations
    This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the 
    menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your 
    camcorder.
    Gett in g Start ed
    Charging the Battery Pack
    The camcorder can be powered with a 
    battery pack or directly using the 
    compact power adapter. Charge the 
    battery pack before use.
    For approximate charging times and 
    recording/playback times with a full 
    battery pack, refer to the tables on 
    pages 87-88.
    1Connect the power cord to the 
    compact power adapter.
    2Plug the power cord into a power 
    outlet.
    3Connect the compact power 
    adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN 
    terminal.
    4Attach the battery pack to the 
    camcorder.
    Press the battery pack lightly and 
    slide it up until it clicks.
    5Charging will start when the   
    switch is turned to  (CHARGE).
    The red CHARGE indicator starts 
    flashing. The indicator goes out when  
    charging is completed. 
    Getting Started
    DC IN terminal
    CHARGE 
    indicator
    (red)
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    1 Slide   in the direction of the arrow and hold it pressed down.
    2 Slide the battery pack down and  then pull it out
    IMPORTANT
    • Turn off the camcorder before 
    connecting or disconnecting the 
    compact power adapter. After you turn 
    the   switch to  , important file 
    allocation data is updated on the disc. 
    Be sure to wait until the CAMERA green 
    indicator goes out.
    • We recommend charging the battery  pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 
    30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). Outside the 
    temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C 
    (32 °F to 104 °F), the charging will not 
    start.
    • Do not connect to the camcorder’s DC  IN terminal or to the compact power 
    adapter any electrical equipment that is 
    not expressly recommended for use with 
    this camcorder.
    • To prevent equipment breakdowns and  excessive heating, do not connect the 
    supplied compact power adapter to 
    voltage converters for overseas travels or 
    special power sources such as those on 
    aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc.
    NOTES
    • The battery pack will be charged only when the camcorder is off.
    • If remaining battery time is an issue, you 
    can power the camcorder using the 
    compact power adapter so the battery 
    pack will not be consumed.
    • The CHARGE indicator also serves as a  rough estimate of the charge status.
    Two quick flashes at 1-second intervals
    : 
    Battery pack at least 50% charged. If the 
    indicator flashes quickly but not exactly 
    in this pattern, refer to  Troubleshooting 
    (73).
    One flash at 1-second intervals
    : Battery 
    pack less than 50% charged.
    • Charged battery packs continue to  discharge naturally. Therefore, charge 
    them on the day of use, or the day 
    before, to ensure a full charge.
    • We recommend that you prepare battery  packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you 
    think you might need.
    • USA and Canada only : The 
    Lithium ion/polymer 
    battery that powers this 
    product is recyclable. 
    Please call 
    1-800-8-BATTERY for 
    information on how to recycle this 
    battery.
    TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK 
    BATT. switch
    BATT.
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    Preparing the Accessories
    Fasten the grip belt.
    Adjust the grip belt so that you can 
    reach the zoom lever with your index 
    finger, and the   button with 
    your thumb.
    Pass the ends of the shoulder strap 
    through the strap mount on the grip 
    belt and adjust the length of the 
    strap.
    Basic  Operation of the Cam corder
    Power Switch
    In addition to turning the camcorder on 
    and off, the   switch also toggles the 
    camcorder’s operating mode.
    To turn on the camcorder: Hold the lock 
    button pressed down and turn the   
    switch to ON.
    To change the operating mode:  From the ON 
    position, turn the   switch 
    momentarily toward MODE and release it. 
    This action will toggle the operating mode 
    between recording (CAMERA indicator on) 
    and playback (PLAY indicator on).
    TO ATTACH A SHOULDER STRAP
    Start/Stop
    Basic Operation of the 
    Camcorder
    Lock button
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