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    							 Connecting to a TV or VCR
    External Connections
    81
    Playback on a TV Screen
    POINTS TO CHECK
    Before connecting the camcorder, select 
    the [TV TYPE] setting according to the TV 
    set to which you will connect the 
    camcorder - [WIDE TV]: TV sets with 16:9 
    aspect ratio or [NORMAL TV]: TV sets 
    with 4:3 aspect ratio ( 51).
    Connecting
    Connect the camcorder to the TV 
    following the connection diagram shown 
    in the previous section Connection 
    Diagrams ( 80). 
    Playback
    1Turn on the camcorder and the 
    connected TV or VCR.
    On a TV: Select as the video input the 
    same terminal to which you connected 
    the camcorder.  On a VCR: Set the 
    input selector to the external video 
    input (usually labeled LINE IN).
    2Start the playback of  the movies 
    (  39) or still images (  41).
    NOTES
       Turn off all the devices before starting the 
    connections. 
       Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted 
    while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is 
    connected to the camcorder.
       We recommend powering the camcorder 
    using the compact power adapter.
    Recording to a VCR or Digital Video 
    Recorder
    You can copy your recordings by 
    connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a 
    digital video device. 
    Connecting
    Connect the camcorder to the VCR 
    following the connection diagram shown 
    in the previous section Connection 
    Diagrams ( 80). 
    Recording
    1Connected device: Load a blank 
    cassette or disc and set the device 
    to record pause mode.
    2This camcorder: Locate the scene 
    you wish to copy and pause 
    playback shortly before the scene.
    3This camcorder: Resume the movie 
    playback.
    4Connected device: Begin recording 
    when the scene you wish to copy 
    appears. Stop recording when 
    copying is complete.
    5This camcorder: Stop playback.
    NOTES
       We recommend powering the camcorder 
    using the compact power adapter.
       By default, the on-screen displays will be 
    embedded in the output video signal, but you 
    can change the displays by repeatedly pressing 
     (63).
    ( 12)
    ( 12)
    DISP.
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     Video Input Recording
    You can input video from an analog video 
    source (VCR, TV, etc.) and record it on 
    the disc in the camcorder.
    Connecting
    Connect the camcorder to the analog 
    input source following the connection 
    diagram shown in the previous section 
    Connection Diagrams ( 80). 
    Recording
    * Only when using a DVD-RW recorded in VR 
    mode. With discs recorded in VIDEO mode, 
    pressing   will open the menu directly 
    on the setup menus screen.
    FROM THE VIDEO INPUT SCREEN
    The following icons are displayed at the 
    bottom of the video input screen:
    : Adjust the speaker volume (will not 
    affect the recording).
    / / : Select the recording mode./ : Start recording/pause the 
    recording.
    : Terminate the video input and return 
    to  mode.
    1This camcorder: Change the 
    recording settings as necessary.
    2Connected device: Load the 
    recorded cassette or disc and start 
    playback.
    3This camcorder: Select ( ) the   
    icon. When the scene you wish to 
    record appears, press ( ).
    Recording starts.
    4This camcorder: To pause the 
    recording, select ( )   and 
    press ( ).
    In record pause mode, select ( ) 
     and press ( ) to resume 
    recording.
    TO STOP RECORDING
    5This camcorder: In record pause 
    mode, select ( )   and press 
    ().
    6Connected device: Stop the 
    playback.
    IMPORTANT
       Video input that includes copyright signals 
    (for example, digital content designated as 
    “copy once” or copy protected) cannot be 
    recorded. The video input will be recorded 
    normally until the point a copyright signal is 
    detected.
       Depending on the analog signal sent from the 
    connected device the input image may be 
    distorted or not be displayed at all (for example, 
    video input that includes anomalous signals 
    such as ghost signals).
    NOTES
    We recommend powering the camcorder with 
    the compact power adapter.
    (12)
    FUNC.( 31)
     MENU*
    LINE-IN MODE
    Press ( ) to display the 
    video input screen.FUNC.
    FUNC.
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    							 Connecting to a Computer
    External Connections
    83
    Connecting to a Computer
    PC Connection Diagrams
    Transferring Recordings
    Windows users only: 
    You can transfer recordings (movies and 
    still images) from the disc to a computer 
    simply by connecting the camcorder with 
    the USB cable. 
    You can also install the supplied 
    software MyDVD for Canon to transfer 
    your recordings to the computer and 
    easily edit them.
    Transferring Recordings Using Windows Explorer
    Transferring Recordings Using Windows 
    Explorer
    POINTS TO CHECK
    When transferring recordings from the disc to a 
    computer, the type of disc you can use depends 
    on the operating system installed on your 
    computer.
    * 
     After installing MyDVD for Canon, you 
    will be able to transfer recordings also from DVD-
    RW discs recorded in VR mode.
    Connecting to a Computer
    USB Ter minalOpen the LCD panel to 
    access.
    Terminal on the 
    CamcorderConnecting CableTerminal on the 
    Connected Device
    1Output connection (Signal Flow  ) to a PC or PictBridge compatible printer with an 
    USB port.
    USB Cable (Supplied)
    Operating System 
    (Preinstalled)Can Transfer 
    Recordings from…
    Windows 2000, 
    Windows Me, 
    Windows XPDiscs recorded in VIDEO mode*(all disc types)
    Windows XP SP2 All disc types
    VIDEO or VR mode
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    1Turn on the camcorder and set it to 
     mode.
    2Insert a finalized disc into the 
    camcorder.
    3Connect the camcorder to the 
    computer using the USB cable. 
    Refer to PC Connection Diagrams 
    (
    83).
    4Windows XP: From the Start menu, 
    select My Computer.
    Windows 2000/Windows Me: Double-
    click on the desktops My Computer 
    icon.
    5The camcorder will appear as an 
    additional drive. Right-click on the 
    drive icon that corresponds to the 
    camcorder and select Open.
    6Select the files you want to transfer 
    and drag and drop them to the 
    destination folder on your computer 
    using Windows Explorer.
    Refer also to the computers 
    instruction manual.
    Transferring Recordings Using MyDVD for CanonTransferring Recordings Using 
    MyDVD for Canon
    With the MyDVD for Canon software you 
    can transfer your recordings to a 
    computer and easily edit them. Please 
    note that with MyDVD for Canon you can 
    read 8 cm DVD-R DL discs, but the 
    software does not support writing on dual-
    layered discs (neither with an external DL 
    drive nor with the camcorder itself).
    For further details about using MyDVD for 
    Canon, refer also to the software’s tutorial 
    and help modules.
    MyDVD for Canon
    One-touch dubbing (Windows XP only)
    Insert a blank DVD-R/-RW  in your 
    computer’s DVD drive (with writing 
    capabilities), connect the camcorder and 
    with only pressing   (print/share 
    button), create a copy of your DVD you 
    can instantly share ( 87).
    Transfer recordings to your computer
    You can transfer your recordings to edit 
    them on your computer ( 88).
    Create a backup disc of your DVD
    Transfer your recordings to the computer 
    and even if your computer does not have a 
    DVD drive with writing capabilities, use 
    your camcorder itself to create a copy of 
    your DVD ( 88)
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    External Connections
    85
    System Requirements
    • Operating System: 
    Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows Me, 
    Windows XP
    • Minimum Hardware: 
    Pentium III 1 GHz or higher (1.5 GHz or 
    greater, recommended)
    128 MB RAM (256 MB or greater, 
    recommended)
    10 GB hard drive space (20 GB or 
    greater, recommended)
    Video adapter and display supporting at 
    least 1024 x 768 resolution, 16 bit color
    • Software Requirements:
    Microsoft Windows Media Player 9 or 
    later
    • Internet connection (for user 
    registration).IMPORTANT
       After installing MyDVD for Canon you will need an 
    Internet connection to complete the user 
    registration. Without completing the online user 
    registration, you will not be able to use any of the 
    software’s functions.
     
       For support concerning MyDVD for Canon: Canon Inc. and the Canon related customer 
    support centers do not provide support 
    concerning MyDVD for Canon. For any 
    questions or technical issues regarding the 
    software, its installation and operation, please 
    contact directly Sonic Solutions customer 
    support representatives or access online the 
    Internet pages listed in the information box 
    above.
       Operation may not work correctly depending 
    on the specifications and settings of your 
    computer.
    • North America
    Web Based Service: http://support.roxio.com
    Phone assistance: 866-279-7694 (toll free) or 905-482-5555 (Canada only), 9:00 A.M. to 
    6:00 P.M., U.S Pacific Time - excluding Weekend and Holidays
    • Europe
    Web Based Service:
    Germany
    http://www.roxio.com/en/support/de/emc/index.jhtml
    France
    http://www.roxio.com/en/support/fr/emc/index.jhtml
    U.K
    http://www.roxio.com/en/support/uk/
    Phone assistance: Germany 0900-1735096; France 0892-460909; U.K 0906-7320288, 
    1:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M., GMT - excluding Weekend and Holidays
    • China/Taiwan
    Web Based Service:
    http://www.sonictaiwan.com/support/techsupport.aspx
    [email protected]
    Phone assistance: 02-2658-8765 (Taiwan)
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    Installing MyDVD for Canon
    1Turn on the computer and start up 
    Windows.
    2Insert the Roxio MyDVD for Canon 
    Software CD-ROM into the 
    computer’s CD or DVD drive.
    • The Setup Wizard will launch 
    automatically.
    • If you do not have Windows Media 
    Player 9 or later installed, click “OK” 
    on the setup window that appears and 
    install the latest version of Windows 
    Media Player following the 
    instructions on the screen.
    • If the Setup Wizard does not start 
    automatically:
    Windows 2000/Me: Double-click 
    on the desktop’s “My Computer” 
    icon. 
    Windows XP: Form the Start 
    menu, select “My Computer”.
    Right-click on the CD-ROM or 
    DVD drive where you inserted the 
    software disc and select “Open”.
    Double-click on the “SETUP.EXE” 
    file. (Note that depending on the 
    computer’s settings the “.EXE” 
    suffix may not be displayed). 
    3In the Setup Wizard screen click 
    “Next”.
    4Read the license agreement. If you 
    agree, select “I accept the terms in 
    the License Agreement” and click 
    “Next”.
    5Enter the user information and 
    click “Next”.
    The serial number will already be 
    filled in.
    6Click on the “Typical” installation.
    You can also select “Custom” to 
    select the programs installed and the 
    installation folder, or “Complete” to 
    install all the program’s features.
    7Click “Install” to begin the 
    installation.
    8When the “Setup Wizard 
    Completed” screen appears, click 
    “Finish”. 
    9Read the latest “Readme” file and 
    click “Yes” to restart the computer.
    Completing the User Registration
    1After the computer has restarted, 
    remove the Roxio MyDVD for 
    Canon Software CD-ROM from the 
    drive and double-click on the 
    desktop’s “MyDVD” icon  .
    2Connect to the Internet to complete 
    the user registration online.
    Without completing the online user 
    registration you will not be able to use 
    any of the software’s functions.
    3Click “Next” to start the 
    registration.
    4Enter the user information and 
    select your country/region from the 
    selection box.
    5Click on “Privacy Policy” to read 
    the terms. If you agree to the 
    terms, check the box “I have read 
    and agree to the terms of the 
    Privacy Policy” and click “Register 
    Now”.
    After the user registration is 
    completed automatically, the initial 
    screen of MyDVD for Canon will be 
    displayed.
    Depending on the speed of your Internet 
    connection, the user registration may take 
    some time.
    If you cannot connect to the Internet the user 
    registration will not be completed. Without 
    completing the online user registration you will not 
    be able to use any of the software’s functions.
    NOTES
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    External Connections
    87
    Connecting the Camcorder
    You need to install the software and 
    register online only the first time you 
    connect the camcorder to the computer. 
    From the second time on, just connect the 
    camcorder to the computer.
    1Connect the compact power adapter 
    to the camcorder.
    2Turn on the camcorder and set it to 
     mode.
    3Connect the camcorder to the 
    computer using the USB cable. 
    Refer to PC Connection Diagrams 
    ( 83).
    IMPORTANT
       During the following operations, even if you 
    connect the camcorder to the computer it will 
    not be recognized.
    - Deleting all scenes
    - Protecting the disc
    - Setting the disc title
    - Initializing the disc
    - Finalizing or Unfinalizing the disc
       Check the orientation of the USB cable and 
    make sure you connect it properly.
       If you use discs other than the recommended 
    DVD discs you may get an error message on 
    the computer indicating that the disc cannot be 
    read or that the camcorder is not ready.
    NOTES
    DVD copies and DVD backup discs created 
    with MyDVD for Canon cannot be unfinalized 
    using the camcorder.
    One-Touch Dubbing (Windows XP only)
    POINTS TO CHECK
       This function requires a computer equipped 
    with a DVD drive with writing capabilities.
       If MyDVD for Canon is running, close the 
    program first.
    1Insert the finalized disc you wish to 
    copy into the camcorder.
    2Insert a brand new DVD-R or 
    DVD-RW disc into the computer’s 
    DVD drive.
    • The   (print/share) button will light 
    up in blue.
    • To make a copy of a disc recorded in 
    VR mode, be certain to insert a 
    DVD-RW disc into the computer’s DVD 
    drive.
    3Press .
    • The   button will flash while the 
    copying is in progress, and will go off 
    once the copy is completed.
    • The copied disc will be finalized and 
    automatically ejected from the drive.
    IMPORTANT
       DVD-R/RW discs can be copied to 12 cm or 8 
    cm DVD-R/RW discs. DVD-R DL discs can only 
    be copied to 12 cm DVD-R/RW discs.
       If you did not complete the online user 
    registration beforehand, you will not be able to 
    use One-Touch Dubbing.
       Operation may not work properly if you 
    connect more than one Canon camcorder to the 
    computer at the same time.
    NOTES
       If the operation is interrupted: 
    “OPERATION CANCELED” will be displayed on 
    the camcorder’s screen. The message 
    disappears when you remove the disc or run 
    MyDVD for Canon.
       When the DISC access indicator is on or 
    flashing do not perform the following actions. 
    Doing so may result in permanent data loss.
    - Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or 
    strong impacts.
    - Do not open the disc cover and do not remove 
    the disc.
    - Do not disconnect the USB cable.
    - Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer.
    - Do not change the position of the  /  
    switch or the operating mode.
       You need to have DVD playback software 
    installed in your computer in order to play the 
    disc.
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       We recommend powering the camcorder 
    using the compact power adapter  while it is 
    connected to the computer.
       Refer also to the computer’s instruction 
    manual.
       For further details about restrictions when 
    using MyDVD for Canon, refer also to the 
    “README” section in the software’s help 
    modules.
       Photomovie scenes created on a disc 
    initialized in VIDEO mode cannot be transferred 
    to the computer using MyDVD for Canon.
       If you create Photomovie scenes on a DVD-
    RW initialized in VR mode, you will not be able 
    to transfer any recordings to the computer using 
    MyDVD for Canon.
       Depending on the number and length of the 
    scenes recorded, the One-Touch Dubbing may 
    take some time.
       In the following cases, the   button will 
    not light up in step 2 and you cannot use the 
    One-Touch Dubbing function:
    - The online user registration was not 
    completed correctly.
    - MyDVD for Canon is still running.
    - A finalized disc is not inserted in the 
    camcorder.
    - A brand new disc is not inserted in the 
    computer’s DVD drive.
    - The disc in the camcorder is a DVD-RW 
    recorded in VR mode but the disc in the 
    computer’s DVD drive is a DVD-R disc.
    - The disc in the computer’s DVD-drive is a 
    DVD-R DL disc.
       If none of the previous applies but the   
    button still does not light up, look for the   icon 
    in the computer’s desktop toolbar. If   does 
    not appear, disconnect the USB cable from 
    both, the camcorder and the computer. Restart 
    the computer and turn the camcorder off and 
    then on again. Then, connect the camcorder to 
    the computer again.
    Transferring Recordings to the Computer
    1Insert the source disc into the 
    camcorder.
    You can use any disc regardless of 
    whether it is finalized or not.
    2Run MyDVD for Canon.
    3Click on the “DVD-Video” option in 
    the New Project tab.
    4Check that the DISC access lamp is 
    not on or flashing and click on the 
    “Open Disc” icon.
    5Click on the “Import” button.
    Thumbnails of the imported scenes 
    and still images will be displayed in the 
    video project screen.
    6Click “OK”.
    7To save the project, click on “Save 
    Project” from the Project Tasks 
    palette.
    The scenes and still images displayed 
    in the main screen will be saved.
    IMPORTANT
       Photomovie scenes created on a disc 
    initialized in VIDEO mode cannot be transferred 
    to the computer using MyDVD for Canon.
       If you create Photomovie scenes on a DVD-
    RW initialized in VR mode, you will not be able 
    to transfer any recordings to the computer using 
    MyDVD for Canon.
    Creating Backup Copies of your DVD
    1Insert a finalized disc into the 
    camcorder.
    2Run MyDVD for Canon.
    3Click on the “Make a Backup DVD” 
    option in the New Project tab.
    4Select the camcorder as the “Device 
    to read from”.
    5Select the computer’s DVD drive 
    (with writing capabilities) as the 
    “Device to write to”.
    If your computer is not equipped with a 
    DVD drive with writing capabilities, 
    select the camcorder also as the 
    “Device to write to”.
    6Check that the DISC access lamp is 
    not on or flashing and click on the 
    “Copy” button.
    7Follow the indications on the 
    screen.
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    89
    If you selected the camcorder itself as 
    the “Device to write to”, after the 
    camcorder finishes reading the 
    original disc, remove it and insert a 
    brand new DVD-R or DVD-RW disc 
    into the camcorder.
    8When the “Your disc was created 
    successfully” screen appears, click 
    “OK”.
    The copied disc will be finalized and 
    automatically ejected from the drive.
    IMPORTANT
       To make a copy of a disc recorded in VR 
    mode, be certain to insert a DVD-RW disc into 
    the computer’s DVD drive.
       The software does not support writing on 
    DVD-R DL discs.
       Always use a brand new disc as the target 
    disc in the computer’s DVD drive or the 
    camcorder. 
       If you are using a computer’s DVD drive to 
    make the backup copy you can also use a fully 
    erased DVD-RW disc. To fully erase a DVD-RW 
    disc you will need DVD authoring software.
       When you are using a DVD-RW disc as the 
    source disc, if the tray of a DVD drive other than 
    that selected in step 5 opens when you need to 
    insert the target disc, some recordings on the 
    source disc may be lost. Click on “Cancel” and 
    restart the computer.
    Transferring Still Images - Direct 
    Transfer
    With the supplied USB cable and Digital 
    Video Software you can transfer still 
    images to a computer. With the   
    you can do so simply by pressing  .
    Preparations
    The first time you connect the camcorder 
    to the computer, you need to install the 
    software and set the auto-launch setting. 
    From the second time on, you will only need to connect the camcorder to the 
    computer to transfer images.
    1Install the supplied Digital Video 
    Software.
    Refer to the installation guide 
    (separate leaflet included with the 
    CD-ROM).
    2Set the camcorder to   
    mode.
    3Connect the camcorder to the 
    computer using the USB cable.
    See Connecting the Camcorder to a 
    Computer in the Digital Video 
    Software  instruction manual 
    (electronic version on PDF file).
    4Set the auto-launch setting.
    • See Starting CameraWindow 
    (Windows) or Auto-downloading 
    (Macintosh) in the Digital Video 
    Software instruction manual (electronic 
    version on PDF file).
    • The direct transfer menu appears on 
    the camcorder screen and the   
    button lights up.
    IMPORTANT
       Correct performance cannot be guaranteed 
    for discs recorded on another digital device and 
    inserted in this camcorder.
       When the DISC or CARD access indicator is 
    on or flashing do not perform the following 
    actions. Doing so may result in permanent data 
    loss.
    - Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or 
    strong impacts.
    - Do not open the disc cover/memory card slot 
    cover and do not remove the disc or memory 
    card.
    - Do not disconnect the USB cable.
    - Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer.
    - Do not change the position of the  /  
    switch or the operating mode.
       Operation may not work correctly depending 
    on the software and the specifications/settings 
    of your computer.
       If you wish to use the image files on your 
    computer, make copies of them first, and use 
    the copied file, retaining the original.
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       During the following operations, even if you 
    connect the camcorder to the computer it will 
    not be recognized.
    - Protecting the disc
    - Initializing the disc
    - Finalizing or Unfinalizing the disc
    - Erasing all still images from the disc or card
    - Copying still images between the disc and 
    card
    - Erasing all transfer orders
    - Erasing all print orders
    NOTES
       We recommend powering the camcorder 
    using the compact power adapter while it is 
    connected to the computer.
       Refer also to the computer’s instruction 
    manual.
       Users of Windows XP and Mac OS X:
    Your camcorder is equipped with the standard 
    Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) allowing you to 
    download still images (JPEG only) by simply 
    connecting the camcorder to a computer via 
    USB cable without installing the software from 
    the DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK.
    Transferring ImagesAUTOMATIC TRANSFER OPTIONS
    When you select [  ALL IMAGES], 
    [  NEW IMAGES] or [  TRANSFER 
    ORDERS], all the relevant still images will 
    be transferred to the computer in one 
    batch and their thumbnails will be 
    displayed on the computer.
    Select ( ) a transfer option and 
    press .
    1Select ( ) a transfer option and 
    press ( ).
    2In the confirmation screen, select 
    ( ) [OK] and press ( ).
    • The camcorder returns to the transfer 
    menu once the transfer is complete.
    • To cancel the transfer, select ( ) 
    [CANCEL] and press ( ) or press 
    .
    [ ALL IMAGES]
    Transfers all images to the computer.
    [ NEW IMAGES]
    Transfers only those images that have not 
    yet been transferred to the computer.
    [ TRANSFER ORDERS]
    Transfers images with transfer orders to 
    the computer. Transfer orders ( 91) are 
    only available for images recorded on the 
    memory card.
    [ SELECT & TRANSFER]
    Allows you to select the still image you 
    want to transfer to the computer.
    [ WALLPAPER]
    Allows you to select the still image you 
    want to transfer and set it as your 
    computer’s desktop background.
    Open the LCD panel
    (print/share) button
    FUNC.
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