Canon Elura 2 MC Manual de usuario

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10EMastering the BasicsREWPLAYFFSTART/STOPPHOTOSELFTIMERMENUTVSCREENDATACODE– CARD +AUDIOMONITORRECPAUSESEARCHSELECTSLIDESHOWZERO SETMEMORYAUDIODUB.ST

100EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)Recording from Another DV Device as a Still Image-ELURA2 MC only-PHOTOPHOTOOFFPOWERVCRP.SCANMOVIECARD REC

101EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)Viewing Still Images-ELURA2 MC only-OFFPOWERVCRP.SCANMOVIECARD RECCARD PLAYON/OFFD.EFFECTSSLIDE SHOWREC S

102EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)22Slide ShowWith an image in the display, press the SLIDE SHOW button.• The images play back one after the

103EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)Preventing Accidental Erasure (Protect)-ELURA2 MC only-ON/OFFD.EFFECTSSLIDE SHOWREC SEARCHCARDSLIDESHOWCAR

104EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)Erasing Still Images-ELURA2 MC only-ON/OFFD.EFFECTSSLIDE SHOWREC SEARCHCARDSLIDESHOWCARD Erase images si

105EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)4. Select ALL.• ERASE ALL IMAGES? [EXCEPT FOR IMAGES] NO YES appears inthe display.5. Select YES.• All im

106EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)CARD MIXhhhiiiMOVIE P.SCAN PHOTO VCRCARDRECCARDPLAYCombining Images and Recording Them to a Cassette (Card

107EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)CAM. CHROMA (Camera chroma key)- 2 pre-recorded sample images Superimpose the currently recording image on

108EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)5. Press the CARD +/– buttons to select the still image to becombined.• Your currently recording image is

109EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)Copying Still Images from a Cassette-ELURA2 MC only-ON/OFFD.EFFECTSSLIDE SHOWREC SEARCHCARDCopies multiple

Powering Your CamcorderBefore operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to: Provide power from an AC outlet orCharge a battery pac

110EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)Copying MMC Still Images to a Cassette-ELURA2 MC only-ON/OFFD.EFFECTSSLIDE SHOWREC SEARCHCARDMake sure a M

111EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)Marking a Still Image for Printing (Print Mark)-ELURA2 MC only-An image on a MultiMediaCard must be marked

112EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)Formatting a MultiMediaCard-ELURA2 MC only-Format new MultiMediaCards, if you get the message CARD ERROR,

113EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)Other Information and PrecautionsThe camera formats MultiMediaCards in DCF (Design Rule of Camera FileSyst

114EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)• Moving a MultiMediaCard rapidly between hot and cold temperatures maycause condensation to form on it, l

Card luminance keyCamera chroma key115EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)MultiMediaCard SpecificationsCapacity 8 MBInterface MultiMediaCard stan

116EAdditionalInformationBe careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight, or it willmelt. (The light is concentrated by the viewfind

117EAdditionalInformationNotes on Using the BatteriesCharging and recording timesBattery pack BP-406 BP-422 (optional)Time needed for 1 hr. 10 min. 1

118EAdditionalInformationTaking care of the battery packAlways attach the terminal cover.• Do not allow any metal objects totouch the terminals, as th

119EAdditionalInformationDANGER!Treat the battery pack with care.• Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).• Do not expose the battery pack to te

12EMastering the BasicsCharging and attaching the battery packsYour battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should haveenoug

120EAdditionalInformationMaintenanceAvoid high temperatures and high humidity.• Do not leave the camera inside a car in hot weather, for example.• Be

121EAdditionalInformationViewfinder• Clean the viewfinder screen using a cottonswab. First, pull the viewfinder out until itstops. Then, press and hol

122EAdditionalInformationPower sources• You can use the compact power adapter to operate your camera and chargebattery packs in any country where the

123EAdditionalInformationCondensationCondensation may form on the camera when it is moved from a cold place to awarm place. Using the camera while con

124EAdditionalInformationTroubleshootingCause and/or what to do about it• The POWER dial is not set to theappropriate mode ( 16, 24).• The cassette is

125EAdditionalInformation• Some subjects are not suitable for autofocus. In these situations, you will oftenget better results using manual focus ( 72

126EAdditionalInformation• The video heads need cleaning ( 121).• The video heads need cleaning ( 121).• The TV/VIDEO selector on the TVisn’t set to V

127EAdditionalInformationMiscellaneousCause and/or what to do about it• The remote sensor mode is set toOFFB in the menu ( 43).• The remote sensor mod

128EAdditionalInformationThe ELURA2/ELURA2 MC System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area)VL-10Li Battery Video LightBP-900 Series Lithium-

129EAdditionalInformationOptional AccessoriesCall or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories.You can also obtain genuine

13EMastering the Basics• The adapter can charge a single battery pack from either side, A or B. If youattach two battery packs, charging begins from t

130EAdditionalInformationSA-1 Adapter BracketAttaches a video light or microphonesecurely to the camera.Zoom Remote Controller ZR-1000When this produc

131EAdditionalInformationThis mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When youuse Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brandaccessories

132EAdditionalInformationScreen DisplaysTo display the date and time, press theDATA CODE button. See also p. 75.Press the wireless controller’s TVSCRE

133EAdditionalInformationFast forward ( 24)Rewind ( 24)Fast forward playback( 25)Rewind playback ( 25)Frame advanceplayback ( 26)Frame reverseplayback

134EAdditionalInformationAudio mode ( 65)Data code ( 75)Photo mode ( 49)Progressive scanmode ( 48)• Setting the AF/AE. Fmark flashes white• AF/AE lock

135EAdditionalInformationAUDIO INMIC.INDV INAudio/visual insert (85Audio dubbing( 88)Audio input ( 88)Microphone input ( 88)DV input ( 81, 100)Condens

136EAdditionalInformationRecording reminderWhen you start recording, the cameracounts from 0SEC to 10SEC. Shotswhich are shorter than ten seconds mayb

137EAdditionalInformationAppears as a warningto protect the cassetteand also whencondensation isdetected. Remove thecassette as soon aspossible after

138EAdditionalInformationAppears when thevideo heads are badlycontaminated ( 121).An error has occurredwith theMultiMediaCard. Thecamera can not recor

139EAdditionalInformationSpecificationsELURA2/ELURA2 MCPower Supply (rated): 7.4 V DCPower Consumption (while recordingwith the AF turned on):4.4 W (U

14EMastering the BasicsLoading a Cassette1. Make sure that you have attached a power source.2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT5 switch upwards to release the c

140EAdditionalInformationIndex16:9, 18ÅAbroad, Using the Camera, 122Accessories, 6, 129Adapter, AC, 11, 13AE Programs, 53Analog line-in, 83Art, 60Audi

141EAdditionalInformationÒLANC, 80LCD Screen, 21Lens Cap, 116Loading Cassettes, 14Lock lever, 9, 19Low Light, 56LP Mode, 18˜Maintenance, 120Making Bet

142EAdditionalInformationTips for Making Better Videos, 31Tripod, 31Troubleshooting, 124TV, 28, 132ËUsing the Camera Abroad, 122Using the Menus, 34◊VC

143EAdditionalInformation* ELURA2 MC onlyMenu at a GlanceUse the list below to quickly navigate the camera’s menu. Functions are listedalphabetically.

144EAdditionalInformationImage stabilizerIndex*Multi-image screenspeedMulti-image screensplitMirror modeMix type*Mix level*Output channelPrint mark*Pr

145EAdditionalInformationU.S.A.CANON®ELURA2/ELURA2 MC DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDERLIMITED WARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.

146EAdditionalInformationCANADACANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITEDWARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc

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15EMastering the BasicsProtecting tapes from accidental erasureTo protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette sothat

16EMastering the BasicsBasic RecordingHave you completed the following steps?• Attached a power source ( 11).• Removed the lens cap ( 116).• Chosen th

17EMastering the Basics3. Slide the program selector to [.• This selects the camera’s Easy Recording program. It allows you to simplypoint and shoot w

18EMastering the BasicsYou can record and play back a tape in SP (standard play) and LP (long play)modes. LP extends tape usage by 1.5 times.Changing

19EMastering the BasicsConfirmation/Warning beepsThe camera’s short operation confirmation beeps are indicated by ` in theillustrations. Beeps sound u

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

20EMastering the Basics40× digital zoomMagnifies the camera’s zoom range by up to 4×.The zoom control continues to work as usual. You can freely zoom

21EMastering the BasicsUsing the LCD ScreenPush the LCD panel OPEN button andopen the panel by pulling it away fromthe camera. This automaticallyswitc

22EMastering the Basics• Avoid touching the LCD screen when moving the LCD panel.• Do not hold the camera by the LCD panel or the viewfinder.• Make su

23EMastering the Basics REC REC PAUSE EJECT NO CARD <<<< CARD ACCESS• These and all other indicators appear normally in the

24EMastering the BasicsPlaying Back a CassetteYou can use the LCD screen for instant, on-the-spot playback. The camera alsoplays back the sound track

25EMastering the BasicsPlayback pausePress the a (pause) button. To resume normal playback, press it again, or pressthe e (play) button. The camera au

26EMastering the BasicsFrame AdvanceTo play back frame by frame, press the+/ ae button repeatedly duringplayback pause.Press and hold to play back con

27EMastering the BasicsBuilt-in speakerAdjust the speaker volume by turning the SELECT dial.• Turn the SELECT dial up to increase the volume, and down

28EMastering the BasicsConnections for Playback on a TV ScreenYou can connect the camera to a TV or VCR in order to play back yourrecordings. You will

29EMastering the Basics• Attach the DU-300 Docking Unit in order to use the S-video terminal ( 28).• Use the S-150 S-video Cable to connect the S-vide

Introduction3EIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIn these safety instructions the word“product” refers to the Canon Digital VideoCamcorder ELURA2/ELURA2 MC

30EMastering the Basics• If you are going to use the TV as a monitor while you are shooting, rememberto keep the TV volume turned down as long as the

31EMastering the BasicsTips for Making Better VideosCompositionThe most important element in the scene does not have tobe in the center. For a more in

32EMastering the BasicsPicture angleCamera movesClose-upInstead of zooming while recording, tryto choose your picture angle before youbegin. A good wa

33EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTurning the Image Stabilizer OffMENUWith most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeabledurin

34EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the MenusMany of the camera’s advanced functions are selected from menus which appearin the display. There ar

35EUsing the Full Range of Features1. Turn the POWER dial to the appropriate setting.2. Press the MENU button to open the menu.• One of the main menus

36EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesCAM.MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE D.EFFECTS CAM.SET UP VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN 1352

37EUsing the Full Range of Features22VCR MENUAppears when the POWER dial is set to .There are 6 submenus within the VCR MENU.VCRVCR MENU SEL.SET

38EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesD.EFFECTS SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE D.E.SELECT•• FADER•••••••––– EFFECT••••••––– M.S.SPEED•••––– M.S.S

39EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesD.EFFECTS SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE D.E.SELECT•• EFFECT••••••––– M.S.SPEED•••––– M.S.SPLIT•••––– RETU

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

40EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesCAM.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE SHUTTER•••••AUTO D.ZOOM••••••ON IMAGE S. •ON WHITE BAL.••AUTO R

41EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSYSTEM SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE WL.REMOTE••• 1 BEEP••••••••ON RETURN!4!6!5DISP.SET UP SEL.SET

42EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the Wireless Controller/Tally LampThe supplied wireless controller canoperate the camera from a distance ofup

43EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTo prevent interference from otherCanon wireless controllers being used nearby, there are 2 remote sensormodes and

44EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesIf your wireless controller isn’t working:Make sure the camera and the wireless controller are both set to the same

45EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the Date and TimeThe date and/or time display forms part of the data code. You can choose todisplay or hide

46EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTime zoneLONDONPARISCAIROMOSCOWDUBAIKARACHIDACCABANGKOKH. KONG (Hong Kong)TOKYOSYDNEYSOLOMONWELLGTN (Wellington)SAM

47EUsing the Full Range of Features1. Open the menu and select SYSTEM.2. Select D/TIME SET.• The year display starts to flash.3. Turn the SELECT dial

48EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesRecording in Progressive Scan Mode (Digital Motor Drive)231OFFPOWERVCRP.SCANMOVIEIn Progressive Scan Mode, the ELUR

49EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTaking Still Pictures to a CassetteYou can record still pictures like a photograph. The camera records the picture

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

50EUsing the Full Range of Features• If the subject is unsuitable for autofocus ( 125), the camera may not beable to focus, and Fmay continue to flash

51EUsing the Full Range of Features-For ELURA2 -The Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder FR-100 captures images taken with thecamera, compressing them in

52EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSearching and Reviewing While RecordingWhen the camera is in record pause mode, you can use record review to play b

53EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the Various Recording ProgramsPThe camera provides you with a choice of 7 recording programs. They usediffere

54EUsing the Full Range of Features1. Slide the program selector to Q (program AE) mode.2. Press the SELECT dial in to display the program menu.3. Tur

55EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesPortraitUse this program outdoors to make subjectsstand out from a softened foreground andbackground. It works well

56EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUse this program in places where thebackground is so bright that the subject appearsunderexposed in the display — a

57EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing Digital Effects• The types of digital effects you are able to use depends on the setting of thePOWER dial and

58EUsing the Full Range of Features• When you do not want to use digital effects, set D.E.SELECT to OFF throughthe menu.• The camera remembers your ch

59EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesFade Trigger (FADE-T)Wipe (WIPE)When you start recording, the picturebegins as a thin vertical line in thecenter of

Introduction6EThank you for Choosing a CanonYour camcorder is supplied with thefollowing accessories:First, we’d like to thank you forpurchasing this

60EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesBlack and White (BLK & WHT)Makes the image black and white.Adds a paint-like effect, calledsolarization, to the

61EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesDigital effects can be set with the controls on the body of the camera or thewireless controller. Pressing the ▲/▼

62EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSound records/plays back normally.When operating effects in MOVIE, P.SCAN or CARD REC mode, make sure theprogram se

63EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesOperating the multi-image screenWhen operating the multi-image screen in MOVIE, P.SCAN or CARD RECmode, make sure t

64EUsing the Full Range of Features8. Close the menu.• The digital effects menu disappears.• MULTI-S flashes in the display.9. Push the D.EFFECTS ON/O

65EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAudio RecordingTo switch to the 16 bit mode, open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Thenselect AUDIO MODE, set it to

66EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTo turn it off, open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then select WINDSCREEN, set it to OFF and close the menu.•WS|

67EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesThis is useful when you want to include yourself in the picture when recordingmovies or still photographs.1. Press

68EUsing the Full Range of Features• If you have the beep turned on, it sounds each time the tally lamp flashes beforerecording.• To cancel the self-t

69EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAdjusting Exposure ManuallyTo make the recorded image brighter,turn the SELECT dial upwards (to amaximum of +11). T

Introduction7EStabilizes yourrecordings even in longtelephoto shots.Introducing the ELURA2/ ELURA2 MCELURA2/ELURA2 MCconforms to the digitalvideo D st

70EUsing the Full Range of Features1. Make sure the camera is set to the Q (program AE) mode.2. Open the menu and select CAM.SET UP.3. Select SHUTTER.

71EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesConcerning shooting in fluorescent lightingWhen the camera is set to [ (Easy Recording) or the Auto recording progr

72EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesFOCUS/DATA CODEManual focusUse the SELECT dial to set the focus. • Turn the SELECT dial downward tomove the focus

73EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the White Balance1. Make sure the camera is set to the Q (program AE) mode.2. Open the menu and select CAM.

74EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the white balance manually will probably work betterthan auto white balance when shooting:Subjects with one

75EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesDATACODEMENUFOCUS/DATA CODEDuring VCR mode, the data code can be displayed or hidden while the camera isin play, sl

76EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesYou can also choose to display camera data (shutter speed and exposure settings)in cassette data codes.To change, o

77EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSix-second auto dateThe 6-second auto date appears for 6 seconds to mark the changeover of a day ifthe tape was bei

78EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSearching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search)This allows you to move quickly through still pictures recorded anywhe

79EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesReturning to a Pre-Marked PositionUse the wireless controller to mark a point on a tape that you want to return tof

8EMastering the BasicsFinding Your Way Around the ELURA2/ELURA2 MCREC PAUSE(LINE-IN)ON/OFFD.EFFECTSCARDSLIDE SHOWREC SEARCHMENU button (p. 35)D.EFFECT

80EEditingEditing to a VCR1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the sectionyou want to copy.2. Start to play it back while you mon

81EEditingREWPLAYFFRECPAUS ESEARCHSELECTZERO SETMEMORYAUDIODUB.STOPA/VINSERTPAUSEREMOTESLOW+ /– /× 2REC PAUSE(LINE-IN)ON/OFFD.EFFECTSREC SEARCHDigital

82EEditingCopyright signalCertain pre-recorded software tapes are copyright protected. If you try to playback such a cassette, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PL

83EEditingOUTPUTVIDEO S(S1)-VIDEOAUDIOLRSREC PAUSEON/OFFD.EFFECTSREC SEARCH(LINE-IN)Recording from a VCR, TV or Analog Camcorder(Analog Line-in)You ca

84EEditing1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the sectionyou want to copy and set it to playback pause mode.2. Press the REC PAU

85EEditingRecording Over Existing Scenes (A/V Insert Editing)OUTPUTVIDEO S(S1)-VIDEOAUDIOLRSYou can insert new scenes from your VCR or other camcorder

86EEditingTV:You cannot insert A/V from a TV program with anomalous synchronized signals,such as when the program itself received poor signals.The tap

87EEditing1. On the VCR, locate a point 3 seconds before the scene to beinserted. Set the VCR to playback pause mode.2. On the camera, press PLAY an

88EEditingAudio DubbingOUTPUTAUDIOLRMICYou can add sound to the original sound on a prerecorded tape from audioproducts (AUDIO IN) or with the interna

89EEditing1. Open the menu, select AUDIO DUB.2. Select AUDIO IN or MIC. IN and close the menu.3. Locate the point where you want to start audio dubbin

Easy Recording (p. 53)Program AE (p. 53)POFFPOWERVCRP.SCANMOVIEOFFPOWERVCRP.SCANMOVIECARD RECCARD PLAYELURA2ELURA2 MCELURA2: VCR, OFF, MOVIE: VCR, OF

90EEditing4. Press AUDIO DUB.• AUDIO DUB. and appear on the display.5. Press the PAUSE button (and start play on the other audio deviceif AUDIO IN).•

91EEditingSetting the Audio MixAUDIOMONITORMIXBALANCEST-1ST-2OFFPOWERVCRP.SCANMOVIEWhen you play back a tape that was recorded in 12 bit mode, you can

92EEditingWhen you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels,you can change the output channels of that sound.1. Load a tape

93EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)The MultiMediaCard (MMC), a type of Memory Card, stores and manages stillimages taken by the camera. You ca

Selecting the recording image qualitySelect the quality of a still image to be recorded.QUALITY•••••FINECARD SET UP( 34)Make sure the POWER dial lock

95EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)FINE Approx. 124 KB...save high quality images, print out, etc.Approx. 60 imagesImagequalityNecessary memor

96EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)File numbers1 CONTINUOUSNumbering is continuous between cards, so thatthe first file number assigned on a n

97EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)Recording Still Images to a MultiMediaCard-ELURA2 MC only-3PHOTO21OFFPOWERVCRP.SCANMOVIECARD RECCARD PLAY4

98EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)• To use the self-timer, press the button before step 3, and then press thePHOTO button fully down. For fu

99EUsing the MultiMediaCard(ELURA2 MC only)Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image-ELURA2 MC only-2PHOTOON/OFFD.EFFECTSSLIDE SHOWREC SEARC