Canon 40 Camcorder User Manual


 
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Introduction
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Using this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon OPTURA40/OPTURA30. Please read this manual
carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference.
Change the display language before you begin ( 78).
Symbols and References Used in This Manual
: Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
: Reference page number.
Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller.
[ ] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen.
“Screen” refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
Please note that the illustrations mainly refer to the OPTURA40.
The operating modes are determined by the position of the POWER switch and the
TAPE/CARD switch.
: Function can be used in this mode.
: Function cannot be used in this mode.
Trademark Acknowledgements
Canon and Bubble Jet are registered trademarks of Canon Inc.
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CAMERA
CAMERA
Operating modes (see below)
Operating Mode POWER Switch TAPE/CARD Switch
CAMERA CAMERA b (TAPE)
PLAY (VCR) PLAY (VCR) b (TAPE)
CARD CAMERA CAMERA (CARD)
CARD PLAY PLAY (VCR) (CARD)
Basic Functions -
Preparations
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Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time
Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when
you have replaced the backup battery.
Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time
1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.
2. Turn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the
SET dial.
3. Turn the SET dial to select [T.ZONE/DST] and press
the SET dial.
Th ti tti ( t bl th t ) Th d f lt tti i N
CARD PLAYCARD CAMERAPLAY (VCR)CAMERA
T.ZONE/DST•••N.Y. SYSTEM
( 37)
Button and switches to be operated
Menu item and its default setting