Canon camcorder DC20 User Manual

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Advanced Features
More Recording Options
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More Recording OptionsManually Adjusting the Exposure
Adjust the exposure when a subject is underexposed (for example, wh en backlit subjects 
appear too dark in the image) or overexposed (for example, when recording subjects 
under very strong light and they appear too bright or glaring in the image).
Exposure Lock
1. Set the camcorder to a record ing mode (  or  ) 
and move the mode switch to a position other than  .
Exposure cannot be adjusted in the...

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Manually Adjusting the Focus and 
Changing the Focusing Mode
Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually.
1. Set the camcorder to a recording mode (  or  ) 
and move the mode switch to a position other than  .
2. Adjust the zoom.
3. Push the omni selector ( ) towards FOCUS.
“MF” appears.
4. Adjust ( ) the focus as required until the image appears focused.
Pushing the omni selector ( ) again will return to autofocus.
 The camcorder will automatically return to...

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Advanced Features
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Changing the Focusing Mode
You can change the AF (autofocus) frame selection mode.
1. Set the camcorder to record still images ( ) and move the mode switch to a position other than  .
• The setting differs depending on the position of the mode switch. 
: 9 Point AiAF
,  : 9 Point AiAF or Center point
• The focusing mode cannot be changed in the Fireworks recording program (SCN).
2. Select ( ) the focusing mode.
• Auto selection: four framing corners will...

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Recording in Widescreen
(16:9 Aspect Ratio)
The camcorder uses the full width of the CCD providing high-resolution 16:9 recording.
1. Set the camcorder to record movies ( ).
2. Press the WIDE SCR button.
• “ ” appears and the screen changes to the “letterbox” display.
• Repeatedly pressing the WIDE SCR button will toggle the screen between the Widescreen (16:9) and 4:3 aspect ratios.
 Widescreen is not available when recording in LP mode if the disc specification 
is VIDEO mode (DVD-R or DVD-RW)....

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Advanced Features
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Using the Mini Video Light
You can turn on the mini video light (assist lamp) at any time regardless of the recording 
program.
Set the camcorder to a recording mode (  or  ) and 
press the LIGHT button.
• “ ” appears on the screen.
• Repeatedly pressing the LIGHT button will turn the mini video light on and off.
 Do not point the mini video light at people while they are driving.
 Do not stare at the mini video light for a long time.
 Do not use the mini...

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Using the Flash
You can use the built-in flash for recording still images in dark places. The flash is 
equipped with the red-eye reduction function.
1. Set the camcorder to record still images ( ) and select a recording program other than Fireworks (SCN).
2. Press the   (flash) button.
• Repeatedly pressing the   button will cycle between the flash modes.
• The symbol of the selected flash mode appears on the screen. “ ” disappears after  4 seconds.
3. Press the PHOTO button, first halfway to...

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Advanced Features
More Recording Options
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We recommend not using the flash when the optional Wide-converter or Tele-
converter is attached. Their shadows appear on the screen.
 The flash mode cannot be selected when the exposure is locked, or after the 
first still image in Stitch Assist mode.
 The red-eye reduction mode cannot be used in Stitch Assist mode.
 About the AF-Assist Lamp:
While you press the PHOTO button halfway, if the subject is too dark the assist 
lamp may light up briefly in order...

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Using the Self-Timer
The self-timer can be used when recording still images or movies.
1. Set the camcorder to a recording mode (  or  ).
When recording movies set the camcorder to record pause.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Using the omni selector  ( ,  ) select the [CAMERA SETUP] menu 
and then select the [SELF TIMER] option.
4. Set ( ) it to [ON] and press ( ) to save the setting.
5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.
“ ” appears.
When recording  a still image:
6. Press the PHOTO button,...

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Advanced Features
Changing the FUNC. Settings
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Changing the FUNC. SettingsChanging Settings with the FUNC.
Button
Many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menu that opens after 
pressing the FUNC. button. For a list of the settings that can be changed using this menu, 
see Available Settings List (FUNC.)  (60).
1. Press the FUNC. button.
• The menu appears.
• The symbols of the current settings are displayed on the left 
side column.
In the recording modes (  or  ):
2. Use the omni...

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Available Settings List (FUNC.)
Available menu items vary depending on the operation mode. Default settings are in 
boldface text. For details on each function, see the reference page. 
1 This option is available only when recording still images on the memory card  .
Recording mode: You can choose between XP (high quality), SP (standard play) or LP 
(long play).
 Recording in LP mode gives you a longer recording time; however, depending on the 
condition of the disc (long usage, imperfections, etc.)...