This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories ( e .g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
Initializing a Memory Card Initialize new memory cards, or when you get the message "CARD ERROR ". You can also initialize a memory card to erase all data recorded on it.
message will display if the camcorder cannot communicate properly with the lens. To correct this error turn the lens until it clicks into the lens mount. If the message does not disappear, unmount the lens, ensure that the lens and camcorder contacts are clean, and then remount the lens.
To check the firmware version please follow the procedure detailed below. Connect a charged battery or the compact power adapter. Turn the power dial to VCR/PLAY
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when the built-in backup battery has been depleted.