Canon Ultura - Ultura Digital Camcorder Bedienerhandbuch

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDERInstruction ManualCAMESCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMERIQUESMode d’emploiVIDEOCAMARA Y GRABADORA DIGITALManual de InstruccionesENGLI

1. Make sure that you have inserted a power source.2. Slide the OPEN button to release the cover (the camera’s grip).• Pull the cover fully open.3. Pr

100EAdditionalInformation∏Pause, Record, 12Photo Mode, 37Photo Search, 39Playback, 19Playback Connection, 22Playback Pause, 20Portrait, 43Power Adapte

AdditionalInformation101EU.S.A.CANON®ULTURA DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER LIMITEDWARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc.

AdditionalInformation102ECANADACANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITEDWARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc

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11EMastering the BasicsProtecting tapes from accidental erasureTo protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette sothat

Have you completed the following steps?• Attached a power source (p. 8).• Loaded a cassette (p. 10).• Removed the lens cap and fastened the grip belt

4. Press the start/stop button again to pause recording.• The camera returns to record pause mode and PAUSE reappears in thedisplay.• You can stop and

You can record and play back a tape in SP (standard play) and LP (long play)modes. LP extends tape usage by 1.5 times.To switch to LP mode, select REC

The camera’s 16× zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for eachscene:• Press the zoom control towards WIDE to zoom out to wide-angle.•

16EMastering the BasicsUsing the LCD ScreenWhen you open the LCD screen, it turns on. When you close it, the viewfinderturns on instead. When the LCD

When you turn the LCD panel so that itfaces the opposite direction (see diagramopposite), you can watch yourself duringrecording or let your subject m

Masteringthe Basics18EBuilt-in speakerThe camcorder has a built-in speaker so you can review the sound track alongsidethe picture during playback. Adj

Mastering the Basics19EPlaying Back a CassetteYou can use the LCD screen for instant, on-the-spot playback. The camera alsoplays back the sound track

Introduction2EWARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSETHIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.Important Usage InstructionsDigital

Masteringthe Basics20EPlayback pause Press the PAUSE a button. To resume normal playback, press it again, or pressthe PLAY e button. The camera automa

Mastering the Basics21ESpecial playbackAll these modes except for Frame Advance and Frame Reverse can only beoperated from the wireless controller (p.

• Use the S-150 S-video Cable to connect the S-video terminal d. Use the STV-250 Stereo Video Cable, to connect the AUDIO terminals. Connect thewhite

To prevent any unwanted movement, you can mount thecamera on a tripod, (or any flat surface at a suitableheight.) and operate it with the wireless con

Use pans to record a landscape orfollow a moving subject. Decide thearea you want to cover and stand facingthe end of your panning angle. Withoutmovin

25EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTurning the Optical Image Stabilizer On/OffWith most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeab

Using the Full Range of Features26ESelecting from the MenusMany of the camera’s advanced functions are selected from menus which appearin the display.

27EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesEdit menu (EDIT MODE)q Set ...p. 63w Relocate ...

Using the Full Range of Features28EIt is convenient to close the LCD screen with its screen side facing up when youselect items from the menus. Press

29EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the Wireless Controller/Tally LampThe supplied wireless controller canoperate the camera from a distance ofup

Introduction3EIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIn these safety instructions the word“product” refers to the Canon Digital VideoCamcorder ULTURA and all it

1. Open either the camera, VCR or set up menu, and point the arrowat WIRELESS C.2. Select the OFF setting and close the menu.•C |appears in the displa

The date and/or time display forms part of the data code. You can choose todisplay or hide it during playback (see p. 34).Set the date and time displa

Using the Full Range of Features32ETime zoneLONDONPARISCAIROMOSCOWDUBAIKARACHIDACCABANGKOKH. KONG (Hong Kong)TOKYOSYDNEYSOLOMONWELLGTN (Wellington)SAM

You can choose to display or hide the date and time display during recording.When the date and time display is set to ON, the date and time show in th

Using the Full Range of Features34E1. Press down and slide the POWER switch to VCR.2. Open the VCR menu and select D/TIME SEL.3. Choose between DATE,

35EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesA data code, containing the date and time the recording was made and othercamera data (shutter speed and exposure s

Using the Full Range of Features36EDate/Time Camera dataDate/Time & Camera dataTimeDate & TimeDateSetting the “Data Code”Setting “Select

37EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTaking Still Pictures (Photo Mode)You can record still pictures like a photograph. The camera records the picture t

Using the Full Range of Features38ENotes:• While the camera records the still, you cannot use the camera functions (when acassette is loaded, standby

This allows you to move quickly through still pictures recorded anywhere on atape (photo search) or between different days or areas of recording (date

Introduction4E14. Lightning — For added protection of thisproduct during a lightning storm, or whenit is left unattended and unused for longperiods of

Using the Full Range of Features40ESearching and Reviewing While RecordingWhen the camera is in record pause mode, you can use record review to play b

41EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the Various Recording ProgramsThe camera provides you with a choice of eight recording programs. They usediff

Using the Full Range of Features42ESelecting from the program menu1. Set the camera to record pause mode, with the POWER switch setto the Q position.2

The FlexiZone is the same as the Auto modeexcept that you can use FlexiZone AF andFlexiZone AE. You can also adjust shutterspeeds in this program.• Yo

Using the Full Range of Features44ESand & SnowSpotlightThis program is designed for recordingspotlit scenes, such as on a stage. Theexposure is au

45EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing Digital EffectsBlack and White (BLK&WHT)Adds a paint-like effect, calledsolarization, to the image.Art (A

Using the Full Range of Features46ESepia (SEPIA)Strobe (STROBE)Records a monochrome image with asepia tint.This effect converts on-screen action toa s

47EUsing the Full Range of Features16:9 mode (Widescreen TV recording)Produces images in the 16:9 format forplayback on widescreen TVs.16:9••••••••OFF

For greater creative control over audiorecording, you can connect an externalmicrophone to the camera’s MICterminal.You can monitor the sound whilerec

49EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesWIND SCREEN•AUTOThe camera has an automatic wind screen to prevent wind noise from interferingwith the sound track.

Important Usage Instructions ... 2IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS... 3Thank you for Choosing a CanonCamcorder .

Using the Full Range of Features50ESetting the Self-TimerThis is useful when you want to include yourself in the picture when recording.1. Set the cam

The camera can focus automatically. All you have to do is point it, and whatever isin the center of the display will usually be in sharp focus. If it

Use the FOCUS wheel to set the focus.• Turn it downwards (towards ∞) tomove the focus further away. • Turn it upwards to bring the focusnearer.• If yo

53EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAdjusting Exposure ManuallyThe camera adjusts the exposure automatically, making sure that your pictures areneither

To make the recorded image brighter,turn the command dial clockwise (to amaximum of +11). This may benecessary if the background is verybright, or if

55EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesYou can increase or decrease the shutter speed before you record a scene.1. Make sure the camera is set to record p

Using the Full Range of Features56ESetting the White Balance1. Open the camera menu and point the arrow at WHITE BAL.2. a) For the indoor, outdoor or

57EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the white balance manually will probably work betterthan auto white balance when shooting:Subjects with one

Using the Full Range of Features58EReturning to a Pre-Marked PositionUse the wireless controller to go back to a pre-determined point on a tapefollowi

1. Prepare the camera. Connect thevideo cables, and place it so that itcan control your VCR by remotecontrol.2. Play back the video. When asection of

Your camcorder is supplied with thefollowing accessories:Introduction6EThank you for Choosing a Canon CamcorderWL-D72 WirelessControllerTwo AA batteri

Editing60EThe camcorder’s Auto Editing Functioncontrols your VCR by using the sameinfra-red signals as the VCR’s remotecontrol. Make sure the camera i

1.Make sure that the camera and VCR are set up as in “Preparing forEditing,” and “Setting the Camera to Control your VCR,” p. 60.2. Open the set up me

Editing62EBrand SettingsCanon 1-A to 1-CAiwa 2-A to 2-CAkai 3-A to 3-CFujitsu 4Funai 5Hitachi 6-A to 6-BJVC 7-A to 7-CMitsubishi 8-A to 8-DNEC 9-A to

You can put a scene into the editingprogram by pressing the set button at thepoint where you want the scene to start andat the point where you want it

Editing64ENotes:• TOTAL at the lower right corner of the screen tells you the total running time ofall the scenes you have selected.For best results,

You can preview the editing program. ThePREVIEW function plays the whole program,automatically pausing at the “cut-in” and “cut-out”of each scene to h

1. Make sure the VCR is ready to recordand on pause.2. Choose START from the edit menu andselect the program number from whichyou want to start the e

The point where a scene starts is called the “cut-in” point, and the point where itends is called the “cut-out” point.Some VCR models take a second or

Editing68EHow to calculate the best adjustment for the “cut-in” and“cut-out” pointsThe tape on which you recorded the digital timer in “Setting RECORD

POFFVCRPOWERSET69EEditingThis deletes the whole program.1. Choose CLEAR ALL from the editmenu.2. Press the set button.• All the program number indicat

The ULTURA has thetechnology to capturecrisp, clear, digital stillpictures.Introduction7EFrom wide-angle to 16×telephoto — withunparalleled opticalqua

Editing70EReordering ScenesYou can move the scenes around and reorderthem.1. Choose RELOCATE from the editmenu and select the program numberwhich you

1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly ahead of the sectionyou want to copy.2. Start to play it back while you monitor the picture on the

Editing72EREWPLAYFFRECPAUSESEARCHSELECTZERO SETMEMORYSTOPPAUSESLOW2DV RECDigital video equipment fitted with this terminal lets you edit, copy and tra

73EEditingCopyright signalCertain pre-recorded software tapes are copyright protected. If you try to playback such a cassette, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PL

74EAdditionalInformationPreparing the Camera• In record pause mode, turn theviewfinder focusing lever (focusingthe display) to suit your eyesight.• Th

• These times vary — the safest policy is always to have two or three times asmany battery packs as you think you will need.• You will get more record

76EAdditionalInformationTaking care of the battery packAlways attach the terminal cover.• Do not allow any metal objects totouch the terminals, as thi

AdditionalInformation77ECautions:• Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools — this will causea short circuit.• Wipe the battery

AdditionalInformation78EWhen you play back a tape that was recorded in 12 bit mode, you can set theaudio output: stereo 1 (the original sound), stereo

Avoid high temperatures and high humidity.• Do not leave the camera inside a car in hot weather, for example.• Be careful of heat radiating from video

Before operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to: Provide power from an AC outletorCharge a battery packNotes:• The power adapt

LCD screen brightness• Adjust the brightness of the display ifnecessary.• Pressing the r button makes the displaylighter, and pressing the t button ma

AdditionalInformation81EPower sources• You can use the compact power adapter to operate your camera and chargebattery packs in any country where the e

Condensation may form on the camera when it is moved from a cold place to awarm place. Using the camera while condensation is present can damage both

83EAdditionalInformationTroubleshootingCause and/or what to do about it• The camera is not switched on (p. 12, 19).• The cassette is not loaded or is

AdditionalInformation84E? The camera won’t focus.Note:• Some subjects are not suitable for autofocus. In these situations, you will oftenget better re

AdditionalInformation85EMiscellaneous• When recording in dark places a brightlight in the scene may cause a verticallight bar (“smear”) to appear. Thi

AdditionalInformation86EBP-900 Series Lithium-ion Battery PackWL-D72Wireless ControllerMiniDVVideo CassetteCB-900 Car BatteryAdapterCA-500 Compact Pow

87EAdditionalInformationOptional AccessoriesBattery packExtra battery for use with the ULTURA.CB-900 Car Battery AdapterPower your camera, or recharge

88EAdditionalInformationFS-46 Filter SetThree special effects filters to add acreative touch to your recordings:multiple-image, R-cross and zoom-spot.

89EAdditionalInformationCH-900 Dual Battery Charger/HolderThis holds two battery packs and cancharge them both consecutively.It can then be connected

9EMastering the BasicsCharging and attaching the battery packYour battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should haveenough

DK-1 DV Capture KitIt contains Adaptec IEEE 1394interface board AHA8940, AdaptecIEEE 1394 Software, CanonDVCommander, Canon DV TWAINDriver and MGI Pho

AdditionalInformation91EFinding Your Way Around ULTURAZoom control (P. 15)MIC terminal (P. 48)Command dial (P. 28)Set button (P. 28)Stereo microphoneS

AdditionalInformation92EDVIN/OUTAVOUTSDC.IN 9.5VCHARGEEXP.REC SEARCHLCD screen (P. 16)Viewfinder (P. 74)Strap attachment bar(P. 74)S-VIDEO OUT termina

AdditionalInformation93EREWPLAYFFSTART/STOPPHOTOSELFTIMERMENUTVSCREENDATACODEAUDIOMONITORRECPAUSESEARCHSELECTZERO SETMEMORYSTOPMIXBALANCEST-1ST-2SETZO

To display the date and time on aconnected TV, press the wirelesscontroller’s DATA CODE button. Press the wireless controller’s TVSCREEN button to see

95EAdditionalInformation2:3F22000/11,11.NJA00999AMNormal playback (p. 19)Fast forward (p. 19)Rewind (p. 19)Fast forward playback(p. 20)Rewind playback

96EAdditionalInformationWhite balance is (p. 56).SetOutdoorIndoorThe 16:9 effects: thedisplay flashes whenthe effect is beingselected, and appearsstea

Caution phrasesThe camera displays various cautionphrases — they appear for 4 secondsbefore disappearing.97EAdditionalInformationAppears each timeyou

AdditionalInformation98ESpecificationsULTURAPower Supply (rated): 7.2 V DCPower Consumption (while recordingwith the AF turned on):5.4 W (Using view-f

99EAdditionalInformationIndexÅAbroad, Using the Camera, 81Accessories, 5, 87Adapter, AC, 8AE Programs, 41Art, 45Audio Output, 78Audio Recording and Pl