Canon camcorder DC310 User Manual

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External Connections
This chapter explains step-by-step how to connect your camcorder to 
an external device such as a TV or VCR.
Connecting to a TV or VCR
Connection Diagram
Turn off all the devices when making the connection and refer also to the instruction 
manual of the connected device.
Connecting to a TV or VCR
AV Terminal
Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted while 
the STV-250N Stereo Video Ca ble is connected to the 
camcorder.
Open the LCD panel to 
access....

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Playback on a TV Screen
This section explains how to play back 
the disc or still images with this 
camcorder by connecting it to a TV. To 
play back the disc with another DVD 
device refer to  Disc Playback on an 
External Device  ( 47).
POINTS TO CHECK
Before connecting the camcorder, select 
the [TV TYPE] setting according to the TV 
set to which you will connect the 
camcorder 
( 68).
Connecting
Connect the camcorder to the TV 
following the connect ion diagram shown 
in...

Additional Information • 63
Additional Information 
This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, 
handling and maintenance tips, and other information.
Appendix: Menu Options Lists
Menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an item, 
refer to Using the Menus  (22). For details about each  function, see the reference 
page. Menu options without a reference  page are explained below the tables.
FUNC. Menu
Setup menus
FUNC. Menu
Appendix: Menu Options...

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FUNC. Menu (cont.)
1 Option available only when the mode switch is set to  .2 Option available only in the original index screen with DVD-RW discs in VR mode.3 Option available only in the playlist inde x screen with DVD-RW discs in VR mode.4 Option available only in the index screen with DVD-RW discs in VR mode.5 Option available only during playback.
Menu itemSetting optionsCAMERAPLAY
Still image size/quality Size:
[LW 1152x648], [L 1152x864], 
[S 640x480]
[L 1024x768] , [S...

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Camera Setup (Advanced Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) CAMERA SETUP
1 Option available only when the recording program is set to   or   (only in the [  PROGRAM AE] recording program).
2 Option available only when the mode switch is set to  .3 [ ADVANCED] when [WIDESCREEN] is set to [  OFF].4 Not available when [WIDESCREEN] is set to [  OFF].
[A.SL SHUTTER]:  The camcorder automatically uses  slow shutter speeds to obtain 
brighter recordings  in places with insufficient...

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• The image stabilizer cannot be turned off when the mode switch is set to  .
• We recommend setting the  image stabilizer to [ OFF] when using a tripod.
[WIDESCREEN]:  The camcorder uses the  full width of the image sensor providing high-
resolution 16:9 recordings.
• Since the screens on the camcorder have an  aspect ratio of 16:9, recordings with a 4:3 
aspect ratio will appear in the center of  the screen with black sidebars.
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Playing back a widescreen recording: TV sets...

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Still Image Operations (Card Initialization, etc.) STILL IMG OPER.
Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) DISPLAY SETUP
[BRIGHTNESS]: Adjust ( ) the brightness of the LCD display with the joystick.
• Changing the brightness of the LCD display does  not affect that of the viewfinder or the 
recordings.
[TV SCREEN]:  When set to [  ON], the camcorder’s  on-screen displays will appear also 
on the screen of a co nnected TV or monitor.
[MARKERS]:  You can display a grid...

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System Setup (Volume, Beep, etc.) SYSTEM SETUP
[SPEAKER VOL.]: Adjust ( ) the volume of the playback.
[BEEP]:  A beep will accompany some o perations like turning on the camcorder, the self-
timer countdown, etc. It also serves as  a warning beep under unusual conditions.
[POWER SAVE]:  In order to save power when the  camcorder is powered by a battery 
pack, it will automatically shut off if left wit hout any operation for 5 minutes. Approximately 
30 seconds before the...

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Date/Time SetupDATE/TIME SETUP
[DATE FORMAT]: Changes the date format  for on-screen displays.
Menu itemSetting optionsCAMERAPLAY
[T.ZONE/DST] List of  world time zones. zzzz25
[DATE/TIME] – zzzz24
[DATE FORMAT] [Y.M.D (2008.1.1 AM 12:00)],  [M.D,Y (JAN. 1, 2008 12:00 AM)] , 
[D.M.Y (1.JAN.2008 12:00 AM)]          zzzz
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Tr o u b l e ?
If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Consult your dealer 
or a Canon Service Center  if the problem persists.
Power Source
• The camcorder will not turn on or it 
turns off by itself.
• The disc compartment cover will not 
open.
• The LCD/viewfinder switches on and 
off.
- Battery pack is ex hausted. Replace or 
charge the battery pack (  18).
- Attach the battery pack correctly.
- Use the compact power adapter. 
The charge...