Canon dc - Recent Questions, Troubleshooting & Support - Page 8

Did you put the camcorder in playback mode before plug in?
If yes and still same check on a different pc.If still same than it is a camcorder issue
If on a different pc all is ok then reinstall the drivers on your mac

Hi, the Videos can be imported directly by connecting the Camcorder to the USB port of the Computer.

Windows 7 directly imports the Video from the Camcorder, if the Camcorder is not detected in the computer then it requires Drivers which will be available from the Camcorder manufacturer website.

The imported Videos can be edited with Windows Movie Maker application which is pre-installed with Windows 7.

You can also try these top 5 free Video Editors mentioned in the below link:

http://www.desktop-video-guide.com/top-5-free-video-editing-software-review.html

If the camera shows no signs of life at all, then its definitely an issue with the battery adapter. I am positive that a replacement adapter will resolve the problem. It costs about 20$
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-DC100-DC210-Replacement-Adapter/dp/B00115QY44

Hi!

to begin with, some important information:

• You'll need to format the DVD before you record on it. This feature will be in the setup menu.
  
• Use only DVDs recommended by Canon as any others may not be able to be finalized once you're done recording.
  
• Finalizing is what you need to do in order to prepare the DVD to be played in a DVD player. To Finalize, you'll need to hook it up to it's AC adapter and select finalize from the menu.
• You cannot finalize a disc (DVD-R/DVD-R DL or DVD-RW) recorded in VIDEO mode if it contains only still images. Record at least one scene before finalizing the disc.
• The camcorder can't perform finalization if it's exceeded its operational temperature. Turn off the camcorder and let it cool down before resuming use.
  

Anyways, I've found this... Maybe it can help you:
1) Use IsoBuster to mate a .toa file of the selected track (the burned part of your DVD).
2) Open the .toa file in WinHex. Select: Tools > Disc Tools > File Recovery By Type > Select the two mpeg file options > set max. file size and click ok.
Use a DVD authorizing software (such as DVDStyler) to burn the MPEG video file in a DVD structure.


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Good luck & best regards,
Pelu.

Hi,
Please check both of your CD type and CD writer. You may have CD rom with DVD disc cause your computer is unable read the this. If everything is OK, you may have optical lens problem on computer. Please clean the lens with lens cleaner. If problem persist, replace your lens with new one.
Regards, Jay

i had the same problem. the clarification request above from Rob (robmcd27) lead me plug in the AC power adapter which made the finalize option available. now the disk is readable in my DVD drive.

Hi,

Are you using the AC adapter when trying to finalize? You cannot finalize using battery power only.

Link to your manual:

Canon DC210 Manual

(What format discs are you using?)

Instructions for finalizing begin on page 61.

Hope this helps.

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Hi,

Yes, you need to get a new charger. Charger needs to be orange when it is charging.

Shane

Hi!

Basically, after finalizing the disc, the video(s) could be played in any DVD player, including your DVD drive in your computer (the disc sits in the internal "circle" within the DVD drive's tray).
For more information, take a look at chapter "Playing Back the Disc on an External Device" (pg. 75-76) of the User's Guide.
To download the contents to your Mac, simply copy the files from the DVD to the hard drive.

If you're using iMovie '08, you might want to read this...
The procedure for iMovie, as written in a thread I found, is:

1. Finalize the DVD before hooking up to USB
2. Launch iMovie before hooking up USB
3. Once iMovie is up, connect the camera to the Mac via the "PC CONNECT" function on the camera.
4. Wait a much longer time than you think it should take and then wait some more.

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this isnt a simple thing to do data recovery is done by some specialty places and is usually ver expensive try looking for these places on google

To finalize the disk:
Select MENU --> then select: DISC OPERATIONS then select: FINALIZE then select: YES ... to go back to MENU
During the disk finalization, a progress bar is displayed. Close the MENU only AFTER the screen display returns to the DISC OPERATIONS menu

if your cam have memory. use card reader to read and play it in computer

NO - the camera should have a battery life for at least 2-3hrs for video taking and playback.
It does need to be in it's base to recharge properly , maybe the battery is low and , but , once charged fully you should be able to turn on/off many times.
Try letting the batteries run down very low - and then leave them charging for 7-10 hours. -- Ray

Do you have a SOFTWARE CD-ROM installer on your CANON DC230 DVD Camcorder? If you have just try to install to your PC.

The camera will finalize. Use the camera menu system.

Al

Hi,

I Hope the steps below should be helpful in fixing your camera issue.

Fixing a Lens Error on a Digital Camera

This has to be THE most common failure mode for a digital camera. Some common error messages that might show up on the LCD's of cameras with this problem include "E18 lens error", or "lens error, restart camera". Some cameras might show nothing at all, but merely make a beeping noise as the lens goes out, then in, then the camera shuts off. Sometimes the lens won't even move.
The problem is actually quite common throughout all camera brands. Usually it's sand or grit interfering with the lens extension mechanism. Or the camera's been dropped with the lens extended. Or the camera has been powered on, but the lens had been blocked preventing its extension. Or the battery ran down with the lens extended. Believe it or not, one BIG contributor to lens errors is using a camera case. Sand, gunk, case fibers, etc... accumulate at the bottom of the case. These materials love to cling to the camera by electrostatic build-up from the camera rubbing against the side of the case (especially those cases with soft fibrous intreriors). Once these materials work their way into the lens mechanism, that's all she wrote. I have many Canon's, and NEVER use a case for this very reason.
A camera owner that suffers this problem may have no recourse for having the camera repaired. Many camera makers will not honor repairing this problem under warranty as they claim it is due to impact damage to the camera, or sand or debris getting into the lens gearing mechanism (neither of which is covered under warranty). The quoted repair cost is usually close to or more than what the camera is actually worth.
Fortunately, about half the cameras that suffer this failure can easily be fixed by one of the following methods. None of these methods involve opening the camera, although some have potential to cause other damage to the camera if excessively done. If the camera is still under warranty, before trying any of these, please please first contact your camera's maker to see if they'll cover the repair, or to determine how much they'll charge for the repair. Who knows, you might get lucky. But if they quote you a number that's higher than the value of your camera, you may want to consider the following methods.
The methods are listed in the order of risk of damaging your camera. Thus make sure you try them in the listed order. And remember, these fixes (especially #6 and 7) should only be considered for a camera that's out of warranty, who's cost of repair would be excessive, and would otherwise be considered for disposal if unrepaired:
Fix #1: Remove the batteries from the camera, wait a few minutes. Put a fresh set of batteries back in (preferably rechargeable NiMH 2500mah or better) and turn the camera on. If that didn't work, try pressing and holding the Function or OK button while turning the camera on.
Fix #2: Remove the batteries, then remove the memory card. Then install new batteries, and turn on the camera. If you get an Error E30, it means you don't have a memory card installed, so turn it off, slip in the memory card and turn it on one last time.
Fix #3: Insert the cameras Audio/Video (AV) cable, and turn the camera on. Inserting this cable ensures that the camera's LCD screen remains off during the start process. Thus extra battery power is available to the camera's lens motor during startup. This extra power can be useful in overcoming grit or sand particals that may be jamming the lens. If the AV cable doesn't fix the lens error by itself, consider keeping this cable installed while trying fixes 4, 5, and 7 as a means to provide extra help to these fixes. But note that I DON'T recommend keeping the cable installed during Fix 6 as you may damage the AV port while tapping the camera. Reinsert the cable only AFTER tapping the camera.
Fix #4: Place the camera flat on its back on a table, pointed at the ceiling. Press and hold the shutter button down, and at the same time press the power-on button. The idea is that the camera will try to autofocus while the lens is extending, hopefully seating the lens barrel guide pins in their slots.
Fix #5: Blow compressed air in the gaps around the lens barrels with the idea of blowing out any sand or grit that may be in there jamming the lens. Other variations include blowing with a hair dryer in "no heat" setting, or sucking the gaps with a vacuum (careful with this one).
Now we're entering into the realm of potentially damaging your camera in conducting the fix. There is definitely some risk here, so take care when conducting the following two fixes.
Fix #6: Repeatedly tap the padded/rubber usb cover on a hard surface with the intent of dislodging any particles that may be jamming the lens. Other variations include hitting a side of the camera against the palm of your hand. A lot of people have reported success with this method. HOWEVER, there is also some potential for damaging or dislodging internal components with this method, such as unseating ribbon cables, or cracking LCD screens.
Fix #7: Try forcing the lens. More people have reported success with this method than with any of the other methods. HOWEVER, there's obviously some potential for damaging your camera by using this method. Variations include gently pulling, rotating, and/or twisting the lens barrel while hitting the power button. Attempt to gently straighten or align the barrel if it's crooked or twisted. Another variation includes looking for uneven gaps around the lens barrel, and then pushing on the side of the lens barrel that has the largest gap (note pushing the lens barrel all the way in is NOT recommended as it may become stuck there). While doing any of the above, listen for a click that indicates that the lens barrel guide pins may have reseated in their guide slots. If you hear this click, immediately stop and try the camera.

Regards,
Shawn

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