Canon ZR70MC, ZR65MC, ZR60 Instruction Manual

							
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Components Guide
ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC/ZR60

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MIX/
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SHOW DIGITAL
EFFECTS ON/OFF
REC (record) SEARCH – button (p. 35) /
     Record review button (p. 35) / 
    (rewind) button (p. 37) / 
CARD– button* (p. 111)
REC SEARCH + button (p. 35) /
        (fast forward) button (p. 37) /
CARD
+ button* (p. 111)
FOCUS button (p. 75) / 
        (play/pause) button (p. 37)
AE SHIFT button (p. 77) / 
    (stop) button (p. 37) / 
     (index screen) button* (p. 112)
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LCD panel OPEN button (p. 32)
BATT. (battery release) 
button (p. 16)
Memory card slot* (p. 100)
Backup battery cover 
(p. 19) Battery attachment unit 
(p. 16) Serial number
Selector dial (p. 40, 44)
Card access indicator* (p. 104) /
CHARGE indicator  (p. 16)
LCD screen 
(p. 32)
Card MIX button* 
(p. 124) /
SLIDE SHOW button* 
(p. 112)/
      (stitch assist) button*
(p. 107)
    (self-timer) button 
(p. 70) / 
DATA CODE button 
(p. 83)
Program selector (p. 57)DIGITAL EFFECTS 
button (p. 61)
Digital effects ON/OFF button 
(p. 61) MENU button (p. 44)
Program AE
Easy recording DC IN terminal (p. 15)
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TAPECARD

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Diopter adjustment 
lever (p. 20)
Viewfinder protect 
cover (p. 142) PHOTO button (p. 55, 104)
Advanced accessory 
shoe (p. 73)
             Accessory 
shoe (p. 150)
Zoom lever (p. 30)
Built-in speaker 
(p. 39)
TAPE/CARD switch* 
(p. 8)
Grip belt (p. 20)
Strap mount (p. 21)
Cassette compartment 
cover (p. 22)
Cassette compartment 
(p. 22)
Viewfinder (p. 20)
Strap mount (p. 21) Start/stop button 
(p. 28)
POWER switch (p. 8)
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SDV
AV
MIC
Bottom view
Terminal cover : Assist lamp 
  (White LED) 
  (p. 59)
Remote sensor  (p. 24)
Stereo microphone (p. 71)
S-video IN/OUT 
terminal (p. 41)
DV IN/OUT terminal 
(p. 87)
Terminal cover
OPEN/EJECT switch (p. 22)
Tripod socket (p. 36)
USB terminal * 
(p. 129)
AV IN/OUT terminal 
(p. 41) /     (phones) 
terminal (p. 39) MIC terminal (p. 71)
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WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-
D79
START
/STOP PHOTO ZOOM
SELF T. D.EFFECT.
ON/OFFSET
MENU
TV SCREEN
REW
PAUSE
AV INSERT AV  DV
REMOTE SET
SLOW2
PLAY
STOPFFZERO SET MEMORY
REC
PAUSE 12bit
AUDIO OUTSEARCH SELECTDATA CODE
AUDIO DUB.
INDEXSLIDE SHOWCARD
WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL -
D80
SELF T.
PHOTO
D.EFFECT.ON/OFF
WTZOOM
SETMENUTV SCREEN
REW
PAUSE
AV INSERT AV  DV
REMOTE SET
SLOW2
PLAY
STOPFF
SEARCH SELECTZERO SET MEMORY
REC
PAUSE 12bit
AUDIO OUTDATA CODE
AUDIO DUB.
START
/STOP
PHOTO button (p. 55, 104)
D. EFFECTS (Digital effects) button (p. 61)
START/STOP button (p. 28)
    SELF T. button (p. 70)
TV SCREEN button (p. 134)
DATA CODE button (p. 83)
SEARCH SELECT button (p. 85) 
ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 86)
12bit AUDIO OUT button (p. 98)
AUDIO DUB. button (p. 97)
REC PAUSE button (p. 89)
REW      button (p. 37)
AV INSERT button (p. 95)
Digital effects ON/OFF button (p. 61)
Transmitter
Zoom buttons (p. 30)
Controller buttons (p. 44) MENU button (p. 44)
SET button (p. 44)
Search buttons (p. 85)
PLAY     button (p. 37)
FF       button (p. 37)
          button (p. 38)
STOP    button (p. 37)
   2 button (p. 38)
REMOTE SET button (p. 49)
SLOW     button (p. 38)
AV    DV button (p. 93)
          button (p. 38)
PAUSE     button (p. 38)
    INDEX button* (p. 112)
SLIDE SHOW button* (p. 112)
CARD         buttons* (p. 111) 
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Using a Household Power Source
You can operate the camcorder from a household power source using the sup\
plied
power adapter. The power adapter converts current from a power outlet (100-240 V
AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by the camcorder.
1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.
2. Connect the power cord to thepower adapter.
3. Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
4. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
5. After use, disconnect the power adapter from the camcorder. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the
adapter.
❍Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter.
❍ If the adapter is used close to a TV, it may cause picture interference. Move the
adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable.
❍ Do not connect any products that are not expressly recommended to the
camcorder’s DC IN terminal or to the power adapter.
❍ You may hear some noise from the power adapter during use. This is not a
malfunction.

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Attaching and Charging the Battery Pack
Charge the battery pack with the supplied power adapter before you use t\
he
camcorder for the first time and subsequently when the message “CHANG\
E THE
BATTERY PACK” appears.
1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.
2. Move the viewfinder upward.
3. Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder.
• Remove the terminal cover of the battery
pack.
• Align the end of the battery pack with the line on the camcorder, press lightly and slide
it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
4. Connect the power cord to the adapter.
5. Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
6. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
7. When charging is complete, disconnect the power adapter from
the camcorder. Unplug the power
cord from the power outlet and
disconnect it from the adapter.
8. Remove the battery pack after use.
Press the BATT. button to remove the battery.
❍ The battery pack may be defective when the CHARGE indicator flashes rapi\
dly.
❍ The CHARGE indicator informs you about the charge status.
0-50%: Flashes once every second
More than 50%: Flashes twice every second
100%: Glows steadily
❍ Do not disconnect and reconnect the power cord while charging a battery
pack. The battery pack may not be charged correctly even if the CHARGE
indicator glows steady. The battery pack may also not be charged correctly
when a power outage occurs during charging. Remove the battery pack and
attach it back to the camcorder.

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Charging, Recording and Playback Time
Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recordin\
g or
playback conditions.
Charging Time
• Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 41º F and 104º F (5º C and 40º C).
• A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Unlike co\
nventionalbattery packs, you do not need to completely use or discharge it before charging.
Recording Time
* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming,power on/off. Actual time may be shorter.
• We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need.
• To conserve battery charge, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause mode.
Playback Time
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Battery Pack Charging Time
BP-508 (ZR65 MC/ZR60) 110 min.
BP-512 (ZR70 MC/optional) 120 min.
BP-511 (Optional) 120 min.
BP-522 (Optional) 210 min.
BP-535 (Optional)  310 min.

Battery Pack Maximum Recording Time Typical Recording Time*
Using the ViewfinderUsing the LCDUsing the ViewfinderUsing the LCD
BP-508
(ZR65 MC/ZR60) 100 min. 75 min. 55 min. 40 min.
BP-512
(ZR70 MC/optional) 180 min. 140 min. 95 min. 75 min.
BP-511 (Optional) 180 min. 140 min. 95 min. 75 min.
BP-522 (Optional) 370 min. 295 min. 195 min. 155 min. BP-535 (Optional)  590 min. 470 min. 315 min. 250 min.

Battery PackPlayback Time
Using the LCD
BP-508 (ZR65 MC/ZR60) 70 min.
BP-512 (ZR70 MC/optional) 125 min.BP-511 (Optional) 125 min.
BP-522 (Optional) 250 min.
BP-535 (Optional) 400 min.  
						

							
How much power is left?
The battery symbols indicate the charge status of the battery
pack.
When the battery pack is empty, “CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK”
appears for 4 seconds and  starts flashing. 
The battery charge indicators are not constant – they vary
according to the condition under which battery pack and
camcorder are used.
Battery Pack Handling Precautions
DANGER!
Treat the battery pack with care.
• Keep it away from fire (or it might explode.)
• Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 140º F (60\
º C). Donot leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather.
• Do not try to disassemble or modify it.
• Do not drop or knock it.
• Do not get it wet.
❍ Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on
the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge.
❍ Attach the terminal cover whenever a battery pack is not in use. Contact\
 to metallic
objects may cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack. 
❍ Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and th\
e
camcorder. Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth.
❍ Since storing a charged battery pack for a long time (about 1 year) ca\
n shorten its
lifecycle or affect performance, we recommend to discharge the battery pack fully
and to store it in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 86˚ F (\
30˚ C). If you do
not use the battery pack for long periods, charge and discharge it fully\
 at least once
a year. If you have more than 1 battery pack, perform these precautions at the\
same time for all battery packs.
❍ Although the battery pack’s operating temperature range is from 32˚ F to 104˚ F 
(0˚ C to 40˚ C), the optimal range is from 50˚ F to 86˚ F \
(10˚ C to 30˚ C). At cold
temperatures, performance will temporarily decline. Warm it in your pocket before
use.
❍ Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes\
 substantially
at normal temperatures.

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Installing the Backup Battery
The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time and other c\
amcorder
settings while the power source is disconnected. Power the camcorder fro\
m a
household power source or with a battery pack when replacing the backup \
battery.
1. Open the backup battery cover.
2. Insert the lithium battery with the + side facing outward.
3. Close the cover.
WARNING!
• The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn haza\
rd if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212° F (100° C) or
incinerate the battery. 
• Replace the battery with a CR1616 made by Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell, Son\
y, Toshiba, Varta or Renata. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or
explosion.
❍Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools as this w\
ill
cause a short circuit.
❍ Wipe the battery with a clean dry cloth to ensure proper contact.
❍ Keep the battery out of reach of children. If it is swallowed, seek medical
assistance immediately. The battery case may break and the battery fluids may
damage stomach and intestines.
❍ Do not disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water to avoid the ri\
sk of
explosion.
The backup battery has a life span of about a year.  jflashes to inform you that
it needs to be replaced.

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Preparing the Camcorder
Adjusting the Viewfinder (Diopter Adjustment)
1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the
LCD panel closed to adjust the
viewfinder.
2. Adjust the diopter adjustment lever.
Do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as it may melt (due to
concentration of light by the lens). Adjust the angle of the viewfinder\
 to prevent
sunlight from entering.
Attaching the Lens Cap
1. Attach the cord to the lens cap.
2. Pass the grip belt through the loop on the cord.
Press the buttons on the lens cap when
attaching/removing it. Hook the lens cap on
the grip belt while you are recording, and
place it over the lens when you have finished.
Fastening the Grip Belt
Hold the camcorder with your right
hand and adjust the belt with your left. 
Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the
zoom lever and photo button with your index
finger, and the start/stop button with your
thumb.