Canon E 430 User Manual

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O Remote Sensor O Macro Button O Zooming Lever O Video Light 0 Lens CapFocusing Ring / Lens Hood ВАТТ (Battery) EJECT Switch Power Zoom Buttons GRIP U

O Eyecup0 Thumb Rest0 ViewfinderPlace your thumb here when you areO Dioptre Adjustment Ringrecording or carrying the camera.O Accessory Shoe0 Start/St

WL-50 Wireless ControllerUsing the wireless controller you can operate the camera from a distance, iimiО0000T ransmitterF. (Fade) START/STOP ButtonON

^ Inserting Batteries into Wireless ControllerThe wireless controller operates on two R03/AAA batteries.1. Remove cover from back by pressing down an

Viewfinder DispiaysViewfinder displays provide infonnation and warnings regarding camera operation, recording and playback. Press ON SCREEN button O o

Power SourcesUsing Battery PackBP-E77K EEQ BP-E718 (option) BP-E722 (option) BP-E722D (option)Battery Pack ^00mTlOZlmcMake sure battery pack is fully

Attaching Battery Pack |EQ1. Slide battery pack into power source compartment.• Insert the end marked with a triangle.• Slightly loosen grip belt a

Charging Battery Pack nsraUse the CA-100 Compact Power Adapter or the optional CB-110 Car Battery Adapter to charge battery pack.Connect the battery p

Battery pack Continuous recording timeCharging timeBP-E77Kapprox. 55 minutes approx. 70 minutesBP-E718approx. 100 minutes approx. 120 minutesBP-E722/B

Attaching DC Coupler iTOTo use the compact power adapter or car battery adapter:1. Insert DC-100 DC Coupler into power source compartment.• Insert an

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18Inserting New Lithium BatteryThe CR2025 type lithium battery provides your camera with enough power to store the date and time and a character title

Setting Date and Timemm-nO33mcwzoSet date and time when you first begin using the camera and when you change the lithium battery without back-up power

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2<^35VPM >932:35 PM 20.OCT.199311. Press + and - buttons to scan minute display.• Minute display rotates through 60 minutes. ^^900 «-) 01 .«

Camera PreparationsAttaching StrapSS-300 Shoulder StrapAttach shoulder strap to the strap attachment bars, and adjust it to the most comfortable lengt

Attaching Lens Cap Cord 2a~a1. Pass the cord provided through the loop on the lens cap.2. Pass the grip belt through the ring of cord. Then pass the

Adjusting Dioptre 25-AAdjust the dioptre to individual eyesight correction when using the camera for the first time, when changing camera operators, o

Camera RecordingPAUSE1.2.3.4.Attach power source.When using a battery pack, make sure it is fuliy charged (see p. 15).Turn camera on.OPERATE indicator

J3mOOzigzCDPAUSE7. Press start/stop button. ____• Recording starts and “REC” appears in viewfinder. KijOJ• Tally lamp flashes rapidly.• See page 3

Canon iM4M @!)na®lls ia/M©Before Using the CamcorderCharging the Battery PackAttaching the Battery PackMake sure the battery pack is fully charged be

Video Cassette Notes• Do not leave video cassette in camera after use, especially when the camera will not be in use for a long time.• There are sev

-------------------------->0 : 35 : 40 ^vDSEC110 SECk_______________Tape CounterDuring recording, the tape counter in the viewfinder indicates how

Vídeo Cassette Warning зо-дT. END” appears in viewfinder when tape is compietely used up.‘TAPE” flashes in viewfinder if camera is turned on and a vid

Record Search3]mOoDOgzoUse record search to locate the desired point to resume recording. Record search can also be used to eliminate noise between re

Record ReviewPress O (Record Review) button during record pause mode to play back the last segment of recorded scene (approximately 3 seconds) in the

Record pause modeRelease the - button to enter record pause mode,Release the + button to enter record pause modeDesired section for searchingE

Edit-eraseWhen an undesirable object or sound is recorded, such as someone walking across the picture or the sound of a car horn, the edit-erase funct

Recording Date and Time2:35 PM 20 OCT. 19931. While recording or in record pause mode, press DATE button. ilEI• Date and time appear in viewfinder a

FocusingTwo focusing systems are available to suit your needs: autofocus and manual focus.AutofocusThe camera enters autofocus mode as soon as you tur

BSubjects Not Suitable for AutofocusAutofcxîus may not work well in the followinginstances, and manual focus will probably giveyou better results:A.

PlaybackTroubleshootingWJéfcSiJ-lBefore playback, make sure a power source is attached to the camcorder (CA-100 with DC-100, or battery pack).kJUse th

Manual FocusUse manual focus when you shoot subjects not suitable forautofocus.1. Press FOCUS [^/M button to select manual focus.• “M. FOCUS” appear

Macro RecordingMacro recording allows you to record small subjects such asflowers and insects close-up, to full screen, and achieveextremely fine deta

ZoomingZoom in on hard-to-catch subjects or add close-up personal touches to your recordings. Zoom out to reveal a breathtaking view. The camera has 3

Shooting with Video LightWhen shooting with backlighting or in a dark room, use the VL-7 Battery Video Light, which is powered by the battery pack mou

Shooting with Video Light1. Place camera in record pause mode. E392. Press video light power button.3. Press start/stop button to start shooting.•

Replacing BulbUse only Canon Halogen Bulb MHL-5.7V 6W(accessory).• Before replacing the bulb, turn the power off and allow sufficient time for the bu

Protector Halogen Bulb Power Button (on back) Lock Release Button PlugShoe AttachmentPlug ReceptacleCaution-------------------------------------------

Gain-up/Backlight CompensationThe GAIN UP/BLC button is used for the following two functions. The camera will automatically select the appropriate fun

Operation:1. Use zoom to set desired picture angie.• See page 40 for zooming.2. Press start/stop button whiie hoiding down GAIN UP/BLC button.• Ga

High-Speed ShutteramThe high-speed shutter allows you to capture sports and other fast action scenes clearly. The camera has 3 high-speed shutter sett

Thank you for purchasing the Canon 8mm Video Camcorder E430.The E430 can be used for both recording and piayback of video cassettes in 8mm format.• Us

FadeFade effect allows you to make scenes gradually appear or disappear in smooth transition.Fade InScene graduaily appears from a blank whit

Fade OutScene gradually disappears, fading to a blank white screen.1. Press and hold FADE button during recording.• Scene gradually fades out.2. Pr

2,3F, START/STOPoWireless FadeBegin and end recording with a smooth fade in and fade out from a distance and without camera shake.1. Plac

Adding Titles to RecordingsjjmoongzCDThe camera allows you to create and store a character title which can be superimposed on recordings.Cr

4. Use + and - buttons to scan list of title characters.• Press + button to scan forward through the list.• Press - button to scan the list in reve

33moO33gzo6. Follow steps 4 and 5 until your title is complete.7. When the title is finished, press CHARACTER TiTLE button. BQ• Title is saved in c

Recording Titles1. While recording or in record pause mode, press CHARACTER TITLE button. QQ• Title appears in viewfinder and is recorded with scene

Playback Connection• For connecting accessories supplied with your camera see page 3.To play back a video cassette on a TV, use the DC-100 DC Coupler

rjMim]] !□jThe optional RU-100 RF Unit is required in order to view recorded video cassettes on a TV which does not have audio/video input terminals.

Selecting Video Channel (European model)Video channel means the channel in your area which is not used by a broadcasting station (channel 30-39). If y

Table of ContentsImportant Usage Instructions...

Using TV without Audio/Video Input Terminals (Australian Model)RU-100 BggQ Connection Plug B Video Channel Selector B TO TV Terminal B FROM ANT. Termi

Selecting Video Channei (Australian model)Video channel means the channel in your area which is not used by a broadcasting station, and can be used fo

Playback Procedure(00000)FF/S PLAY REW/®+------SHIFT--------COoOPERATE1. Turn camera on.• OPERATE indicator lights up.2. Press A (EJECT) button.•

REW @ FF @--1 o oUiCD>o7Í7. Press (STOP) button to end playback.8. Turn camera off.• OPERATE indicator goes off.High-Frequency Feedback• High-f

Special Playback MethodsIn addition to normal playback, your camera also has fast forward, rewind and stiil playback, plus high-speed search.Playback

D. High-Speed SearchPress and hold FF button during normal fast fonward mode to view scenes at approximately 15 times (SP) or 30 times (LP) normal sp

Notes:• Several noise bars appear during special playback.During last forward and rewind playback modes. |i£2J During still playback. EH• Audio port

Tape ReturnCOUNTERRESEToTAPERETURNoSTOP«oV.Tape return allows you to quickly return to a desired scene on thevideo cassette.• Camera does not have a T

Editing to Another VCR• With the help of a second VCR, your camera can also be used as a playback VCR to edit your recording.Using a

Editing Procedure1. Press (STOP) button during record pause mode,2. Locate a point siightiy before editing start point on video cassette in camera

PLAYBACKShooting with Video Light...42 |Replacing Bul

Canon E430 Video System Chart000 VL-7 Battery Video Light 0 VL-20 Battery Video Light0 WD-37 Wide-converterO TL-37 Tele-converter 0 FS-37 Fiiter Se

Carrying CasesSC-300 Soft Carrying CaseThe optional SC-300 Soft Carrying Case provides lightweight protection for the camera and accessories.HC-300 Sy

Optional Accessories70CB-110BP-718BP-E722BP-722DMC-100RS-300CB-110 Car Battery AdapterFor recxDrding using car battery.Plug into cigarette lighter soc

VL-20 Battery Video LightThis light, compact video light uses the BP-E77K or BP-E722 Battery Pack and is ideal for indoor or outdoor shooting.TL-37 Te

Problems and Troubleshooting________Use the following checklist for troubleshooting when you have problems with your camera. Consult your local dealer

ProblemCauseRemedyCamera does not turn on. Battery pack charge is iow.Replace with fully charged battery pack.Camera turns off during operation.Batter

Problem CauseRemedyFor TV without audio/video input terminal: Video channel not set properly on both TV and RF unit.Set TV and RF unit to appropriate

Condensation (DEW)BWhat is condensation?Condensation (DEW) means tiny droplets of water that occasionally form on the camera surface when it is moved

Cautionsc ^ ^BIkMI I II IDuring UseA. Avoid High Temperatures and High Humidity.Do not expose the camera to high temperatures or high humidity, such

F. Always Replace the Lens Cap.Always replace the lens cap after use to prevent sand and dust from getting on the lens. Be especially careful to affi

Caméra Parts and FunctionsREC SEARCH + / - Buttons [^(Record Review) Button E. (Edit) ERASE Button DATE ButtonCHARACTER TITLE ButtonFADE ButtonGAIN UP

Using Your Battery Packs EffectivelyImmediately After PurchaseNewly purchased battery packs have not been charged, so charge completely before using.W

storageWhen battery pack is connected to the camera, it will continue to discharge even when the power is turned off, and this may cause it to become

MaintenanceKeep the Heads Clean.The video heads should be cleaned only when necessary, preferably with the Canon 8mm Video Head Cleaning Cassette CC-8

SpecificationsE430Power supply (rated): Power consumption: Television system:Video recording system:Audio recording system:Image sensor:Tape format

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O 9 (REC) (Record) Button O (FF) Button / + Button O ◄ (PLAY) Button / SHIFT Button O ►► (REW) Button / - Button O B (STOP) Button O C. (Counter) RESE