Canon ZR70MC, ZR65MC, ZR60 Instruction Manual

							
Digital Video Camcorder
Instruction Manual
Camescope vidéo numérique
Manuel d’instruction
Videocámara digital
Manual de Instrucciones
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This instruction manual covers the ZR70 MC, ZR65 MC and ZR60. Please not\
e that
illustrations and explanation in this manual are based on the ZR70 MC.
Ce manuel d’instruction traite des modèles ZR70 MC, ZR65 MC et ZR6\
0. Veuillez
noter que les illustrations et les explications contenues dans ce manuel\
 sont basées
sur le ZR70 MC.
Este manual de instrucciones cubre la ZR70 MC, la ZR65 MC, y la ZR60. Tenga en
cuenta que las ilustraciones y las explicaciones de este manual se basan\
 en la 
ZR70 MC.
PUB.DIM-519  
						

							
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Important Usage Instructions
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Digital Video Camcorder, ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC/ZR60 systems
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject\
 to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits\
 for class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate \
radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. 
If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516)328-5600
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
COPYRIGHT WARNING:Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of
copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
Important Warning
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure, that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying
the product.

CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word “product”
refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder
ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC/ZR60 A and all its
accessories.
1. Read Instructions — All the safety andoperating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be
followed.
5. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product
should be cleaned only as recommended in
this manual.
6. Accessories — Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may
be hazardous.
7. Avoid magnetic or electric fields — Do not use the camera close to TV transmitters,
portable communication devices or other
sources of electric or magnetic radiation.
They may cause picture interference, or
permanently damage the camera. 
8. Water and Moisture — Hazard of electric shock — Do not use this product near
water or in rainy/moist situations.
9. Placing or Moving — Do not place on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or
table. The  product may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult,
and serious damage to the
product. 
A product and cart
combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn. 10. Power Sources — The CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supply to your home, consult
your product dealer or local power
company. Regarding other power sources
such as battery power, refer to instructions
in this manual.
11. Polarization — The CA-570 Compact Power Adapter is equipped with a polarized 2-
prong plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other).
The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
If the plug still fails to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug. 
12. Power Cord Protection — Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them. Pay particular
attention to plugs and the point from
which the cords exit the product.
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna is grounded
so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI / NFPA No. 70—1984, provides
information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the
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14. Lightning — For added protection of thisproduct during a lightning storm, or when
it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, disconnect it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will
prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
15. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
16. Objects and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind
onto the product.
17. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel. 18. Damage Requiring Service — Disconnect
this product from the wall outlet and all
power sources including battery, and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug isdamaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into, the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally even if you follow the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operation
instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. This indicates a
need for service.
19. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts that
are specified by Canon or that have the
same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock or other hazards.
20. Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in safe
operating order.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS 
PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA 
LEAD IN 
WIRE
ANTENNA 
DISCHARGE
UNIT
(NEC SECTION 
810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE 
GROUNDING ELECTRODE 
SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE 
EQUIPMENT GROUND 
CLAMPFig. 1

When replacement of power supply is required, please return it to the
responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same
type number CA-570.
The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC.
For areas where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug
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Reference Guide
The following manuals are supplied with the camcorder: 
❍Digital Video Camcorder ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC/ZR60 Instruction Manual
This manual explains the camcorder operations from basic video recording\
 to the
use of the full range of features. 
❍ Windows XP Users Only
DV NETWORK SOLUTION DISK Software Instruction Manual
This manual explains how to download/upload images from/to the memory ca\
rd
using a DV (IEEE1394) cable. You can also perform videoconference and file transfer
over the Internet using the provided software. Available functions depend upon
the camcorder model and networking environment.
❍ DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK Software Instruction Manual
This manual explains how to download images from the memory card to a
computer using the supplied USB cable. You can add sample images for Card Mix
and My Camera settings from the supplied DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK.
Trademark Acknowledgements
• Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc.
•D is a trademark.
• logo is a trademark.
• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the Unite\
d States and other countries.
• Windows
®is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation i\
n
the United States and/or other countries.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademark\
s or trademarks of their respective companies.

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Table of Contents
Introduction
Reference Guide ........................................................................\
......................................5
Thank You for Choosing a Canon ........................................................................\
........9
Introducing the ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC/ZR60 ..................................................................10
Components Guide ........................................................................\
..............................11
Mastering the Basics
PreparationsUsing a Household Power Source ........................................................................\
......15
Attaching and Charging the Battery Pack ................................................................16
Installing the Backup Battery ........................................................................\
..............19
Preparing the Camcorder ........................................................................\
....................20
Loading a Cassette ........................................................................\
................................22
Using the Wireless Controller ........................................................................\
..............24
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time ......................................................................25\
Basic Recording Recording Movies on a Tape ........................................................................\
..............28
Zooming ........................................................................\
................................................ 30
Using the LCD Screen........................................................................\
............................32
Searching and Reviewing when Recording ..............................................................35
Tips for Making Better Videos ........................................................................\
............36
Basic Playback Playing Back a Tape ........................................................................\
..............................37
Playing Back on a TV Screen........................................................................\
................41
Using the Full Range of Features
GeneralMenus and Settings ........................................................................\
..............................44
Changing the Remote Sensor Mode ........................................................................\
..49
Customizing the Camcorder ........................................................................\
................50 Setting the Light-up Buttons ........................................................................\
51
Other Camcorder Settings ........................................................................\
..................52
Recording Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) ......................................................................54\
Recording Still Images on a Tape ........................................................................\
........55
Using the Recording Programs........................................................................\
............57
Using Digital Effects ........................................................................\
..............................61
Using the Multi-Image Screen ........................................................................\
............67
Turning Off the Image Stabilizer ........................................................................\
........69
Recording With the Self-Timer ........................................................................\
............70
Audio Recording ........................................................................\
..................................71 Using the VL-3 Video Light (Optional) ........................................................73
Using the DM-50 Microphone (Optional).................................\
...................74
Manual Adjustments Adjusting the Focus Manually ........................................................................\
............75

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Adjusting the AE Shift ........................................................................\
..........................77
Setting the Shutter Speed........................................................................\
....................78
Setting the White Balance ........................................................................\
..................80
Playback Magnifying the Image........................................................................\
..........................82
Displaying the Data Code ........................................................................\
....................83
Photo Search/Date Search ........................................................................\
....................85
Returning to a Pre-marked Position ........................................................................\
..86
Editing
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device ............................................................87
Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) ..........................89
Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) ..............................................90
Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converte\
r) ........92
Replacing Existing Scenes (AV Insert) ........................................................................\
94
Audio Dubbing ........................................................................\
......................................96
Connecting to a Computer Using a DV (IEEE1394) Cable ......................................99
Using a Memory Card
Inserting and Removing the Memory Card ............................................................100
Selecting the Image Quality/Size ........................................................................\
......101
Recording Still Images on a Memory Card ..............................................................104
Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode) ................................................107 Recording Motion JPEG Movies on a Memory Card...........................\
.....109
Playing Back a Memory Card ........................................................................\
............111
Protecting Images ........................................................................\
..............................114
Erasing Images ........................................................................\
....................................115
Selecting Still Images for Printing (Print Order) ....................................................116
Printing with the Direct Print Function....................................................................118
Combining Images (Card Mix) ........................................................................\
..........122
Copying Still Images........................................................................\
............................126
Formatting a Memory Card ........................................................................\
..............128
Connecting to a Computer Using a USB Cable ......................................................129
Creating a Start-up Image ........................................................................\
................130
Memory Card Information ........................................................................\
................131
Additional Information
Screen Displays ........................................................................\
....................................134
List of Messages ........................................................................\
..................................138
Maintenance ........................................................................\
........................................141
Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
..................................145
System Diagram ........................................................................\
..................................148
Optional Accessories ........................................................................\
..........................149
Specifications ........................................................................\
......................................152
Index ........................................................................\
.................................................. ..154

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Conventions Used in This Manual
Operating Modes
: ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only.
Available functions depend upon the operating mode. It is indicated as fo\
llows: : Function can be used in this mode.
: Function cannot be used in this mode.
Other Symbols and References
❍ : Reference page number.
❍ : Functions to be operated on the body of the camcorder.
❍ : Functions to be operated on the wireless controller.
❍ : Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
❍ : Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
❍ Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wir\
eless
controller. 
❍ [ ] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen.
❍ “Screen” refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.

CAMERA

CAMERA

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Operating Mode Position of the 
POWER Switch Position of the 
TAPE/CARD Switch
CAMERA CAMERA TAPE
PLAY (VCR) PLAY (VCR) TAPE
CARD CAMERA CAMERA CARD
CARD PLAY (VCR) PLAY (VCR) CARD

The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment\
 unit of
the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this
book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in cas\
e of theft.
Date of Purchase: Model Name: ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC/ZR60
Purchased From: Serial No.:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Phone No.:  
						

							
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Thank You for Choosing a Canon
The Canon ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC/ZR60 provides a full range of options and func\
tions. We
recommend reading this manual thoroughly before you use the camcorder. It will help
you to become more familiar with your camcorder, and learn how to operate it
properly. 
We suggest that you master the basic operations of the camcorder first, b\
efore
moving on to its full range of features.
Checking Supplied Accessories

WL-D79 Wireless Controller,WL-D80 Wireless
Controller
ZR60

ZR65 MC
ZR70 MC
Two AA Batteries Lens Cap and Lens
Cap Cord SS-800 Shoulder Strap
WA-30.5
Wide Attachment

ZR70 MC
BP-512
Battery Pack, 
BP-508 Battery Pack

ZR60
ZR65 MC

ZR70 MC
CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter (incl.
power cord)
Lithium Button
Battery CR1616
STV-250N Stereo
Video Cable IFC-300PCU USB Cable

ZR65 MC
ZR70 MC
SDC-8M SD Memory
Card (containing
sample images)
ZR65 MC
ZR70 MC
Hard Case for SD
Memory Card
ZR65 MC
ZR70 MC

DV NETWORK
SOLUTION DISK
DIGITAL VIDEO
SOLUTION DISK

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Introducing the ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC/ZR60
Stabilizes your recordings even in long
telephoto shots (in Camera mode).
Allows recording even in dark places.
The Night mode adjusts automatically to
the optimum shutter speed. 
With the ZR70 MC’s Super Night mode(in Camera mode) and Low Light Plus
mode (in Card Camera mode), you can
keep on shooting without turning the
lights on. The assist lamp (White LED)
lights up to illuminate the subject. 
Just press the photo button to capture
still images like photographs.
You can personalize your camcorder by
customizing the start-up image and
camcorder sounds. Simply slide Canon’s DM-50 Directional
Stereo Microphone or VL-3 Video Light
into the accessory shoe; the camcorder
will automatically provide power and
connections.
Show your creativity by using the special
effects and faders. The multi-image
screen captures moving subjects in 4, 9 or
16 sequences of still images.
You can record images on a SD Memory
Card or MultiMediaCard. Images
recorded in Stitch Assist mode can be
merged into one panoramic scene with
the supplied software.
You can print still images by connecting
to a Canon Bubble Jet Printer with Direct
Print function.
Allows transfer of memory card data to a
computer with built-in USB port. You can
organize and edit images on your
computer using the supplied software.
The DV terminal allows high-quality
transfer with virtually no deterioration in
quality of images. You can edit images
by connecting the camcorder to a PC
with IEEE1394 terminal. Windows XP
Users can use the supplied software to
perform videoconference and file
transfer over the Internet.
20
×Optical and 
400 ×Digital Zoom (ZR65 MC)
22 ×Optical and 
440 ×Digital Zoom (ZR70 MC)
18 ×Optical and 
360 ×Digital Zoom (ZR60)
Image Stabilizer
Night Mode
Super Night Mode and 
Low Light Plus Mode (ZR70 MC)
Still Images
My Camera Settings
Analog Line-in Recording/
Audio Dubbing/AV Insert Editing
Advanced Accessory Shoe 
(ZR70 MC)
Digital Effects
Memory Card (ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC)
Direct Print(ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC)
USB Terminal (ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC)
IEEE1394 DV Terminal