Canon MVX25i manual

Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual English PA L CANON INC. Canon Europa N.V . P .O. Box 2262, 1180 EG Amstelveen, the Netherlands Canon UK Ltd. CCI Service Centre, Unit 130 Centennial Park, Borehamwood, Hertfor dshire, WD6 3SE, England T elephone 0870-241-2161 Canon Australia Pty . Ltd. Info-Line: 131383 www .canon.com.au Canon New Zealand [...]

2 Impor tant Usage Instructions W ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. W ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO[...]

3 Introduction E Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon MVX25i/MVX20i. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Change the display language before you begin ( 77). Symbols and References Used in This Manual ❍ :P r ecautions r elated to the camcorder operation. ❍ : Additiona[...]

4 T able of Contents Introduction Important Usage Instructions ........................................................................................2 Using this Manual ..........................................................................................................3 Checking Supplied Accessories .........................................[...]

5 Introduction E Changing the Remote Sensor Mode ..........................................................................78 Other Camcorder Settings ..........................................................................................79 Editing Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device .......................................................[...]

6 Checking Supplied Accessories WL-D83 Wireless Controller T wo AA (R6) Batteries Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord Lithium Button Battery CR2025 STV -250N Stereo V ideo Cable CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) PC-A10 SCART Adapter* IFC-300PCU USB Cable SDC-8M SD Memory Card (containing sample images) SS-900 Shoulder Strap NB-2LH Battery Pack[...]

7 Introduction E Components Guide MVX25i/MVX20i * MVX25i only . REC SEARCH + button ( 25) / (fast forward) button ( 30) / CARD + button ( 112) REC SEARCH – button ( 25) / (record review) button ( 25) / (rewind) button ( 29) / CARD – button ( 112) AUDIO LEVEL button* ( 59) DIGITAL EFFECTS button ( 63) DIGITAL EFFECTS ON/OFF button ( 63) NIGHT MO[...]

8 CAMERA OFF PLA Y(VCR) NETWORK Dioptric adjustment lever ( 16) Viewfinder ( 16) Power switch ( 3) Grip belt ( 16) PHOTO button ( 97) Zoom lever ( 26) Cassette compartment ( 14) Strap mount ( 17) CHARGE indicator ( 11) Power indicator ( 11) Strap mount ( 17) Cassette compartment cover ( 14) Start/stop button ( 105) Speaker ( 31) OPEN/EJECT switch P[...]

9 Introduction E S Remote sensor ( 18) DV terminal ( 82, 92) AV terminal ( 32) / (phones) terminal ( 31, 61) USB terminal ( 123, 134) Assist lamp (White LED)* ( 47) Terminal cover Terminal cover Tripod socket ( 28) Flash ( 101) Focus ring ( 51) S-video terminal ( 34) Stereo microphone ( 88) DC IN terminal ( 11) MIC terminal ( 62) Backup battery com[...]

10 WT WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL - D83 START /STOP PHOTO ZOOM SELF T. D.EFFECTS ON/OFF SET MENU TV SCREEN REW PAUSE AV DV REMOTE SET SLOW 2 PLAY STOP FF ZERO SET MEMORY REC PAUSE 12bit AUDIO OUT DATE SEARCH DATA CODE AUDIO DUB. SLIDE SHOW CARD !8 q !9 e y u i !4 !3 !2 !6 !7 r t w @0 o @5 @6 @7 @2 @3 @4 @8 @9 @1 !0 !1 !5 Zoom buttons ( 26) Select button[...]

11 Basic Functions - Preparations E Pr eparing the Power Supply Attaching the Battery Pack 1. T urn 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. •P r ess lightly and slide it in the dir ection of the arrow until it clicks. Charging the Bat[...]

12 Using a Household Power Source 1. T urn the POWER switch to OFF . 2. Connect the power cord to the power adapter . 3. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 4. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder’ s DC IN terminal. ❍ Tu rn off the camcorder befor e connecting or disconnecting the power adapter . ❍ If the adapter is used close to a[...]

13 Basic Functions - Preparations E ❍ We r ecommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 ˚C and 30 ˚C. Outside the temperature range of 0 ˚C to 40 ˚C, the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly and charging stops. ❍ A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Unlike conventional battery packs, you do not need to[...]

14 Loading/Unloading a Cassette Use only video cassettes marked with the D logo. 1. Slide the OPEN/EJECT switch and open the cassette compartment cover . The cassette compartment opens automatically . 2. Load/unload the cassette. • Load the cassette with the window facing the grip belt. • Unload the cassette by pulling it straight out. 3. Press[...]

15 Basic Functions - Preparations E Installing the Backup Batter y The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time ( 19) and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings. 1. Open the terminal cover . 2. Open the backup b[...]

16 Pr eparing the Camcor der Adjusting the Viewfinder (Dioptric Adjustment) 1. T urn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed. 2. Pull out the viewfinder . 3. Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever . 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 w[...]

17 Basic Functions - Preparations E Attaching the Shoulder Strap Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap. SS-900 Shoulder strap[...]

18 Using the Wir eless Contr oller Point it at the camcorder’ s remote sensor when you press the buttons. Inserting Batteries The wireless controller operates with two AA (R6) batteries. 1. Open the battery cover . 2. Insert the batteries following the + and – markings. 3. Close the battery cover . ❍ Camcorder and wir eless controller ar e eq[...]

19 Basic Functions - Preparations E Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder , or when you have replaced the backup battery . Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. T urn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the SET dial. 3.[...]

20 7. Press the MENU button to close the menu and to start the clock. Once you have set time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock each time you travel to another time zone. Just set the time zone to the one of your destination, and the camcorder automatically adjusts the clock. 1 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19[...]

21 Basic Functions - Preparations E Displaying Date and Time during Recording Y ou can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen. 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. T urn the SET dial to select [DISPLA Y SETUP/ ] and press the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to select [D/T DISPLA Y] and press the SET dial. 4. T urn[...]

22 Recor ding Movies on a T ape Before Y ou Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly . Before you make important recordings, clean the video heads ( 147). Recording 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA and the T APE/CARD switch to b . 3. Push the [...]

23 Basic Functions - Recording E ❍ W ait until the tape counter stops completely before you start r ecording. ❍ When you do not remove the cassette, you can r ecord the next scene without producing any noise or blank sections between the r ecordings even if you turn the camcorder of f. ❍ Bright light may make it difficult to use the LCD scr e[...]

24 2. T urn the SET dial to select [DISPLA Y SETUP/ ] and press the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to select [LCD MIRROR] and press the SET dial. 4. T urn the SET dial to select [OFF]. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu. When [LCD MIRROR] is set to [ON], only tape or card operation and self-timer displays appear on the LCD screen (all disp[...]

25 Basic Functions - Recording E Reviewing and Searching when Recor ding Record Review In record pause mode, this function allows you to review the last few seconds of your recording to check if it has been recorded properly . Press and r elease the c (recor d review) button. The camcorder r ewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and ret[...]

26 Zooming The camcorder automatically switches between optical zooming and digital zooming. Image resolution is slightly lower with the digital zoom. Optical Zoom Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide- angle). Move it toward T to zoom in (telephoto). Press the zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom. Pr ess harder for a faster zoom. Y ou can [...]

27 Basic Functions - Recording E Digital Zoom 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. T urn the SET dial to select [CAMERA SETUP] and press the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to select [D.ZOOM] and press the SET dial. 4. T urn the SET dial to select a setting option. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu. ❍ Digital zoom cannot be used[...]

28 Tips for Making Better V ideos Holding the Camcorder For maximum stability , grip the camcorder in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body . If necessary , support the camcorder with your left hand. Be careful that your fingers do not touch the microphone or lens. For More Stability Lighting When recording outdoors, w[...]

29 Basic Functions - Playback E Playing Back a T ape If the playback picture is distorted, clean the video heads using a Canon Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head-cleaning cassette ( 147). 1. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode. Set the POWER switch to PLA Y ( VCR ) and the T APE/CARD switch to b . 2. Open the LC[...]

30 Special Playback Modes e / a (Playback Pause) To pause playback, press the e / a button during normal playback. 1 (Fast Forward Playback) / ` (Rewind Playback) Plays back the tape at 11.5 times normal speed (forward or reverse). Press and hold the button during normal playback or fast forward. – / 4a (Reverse Playback) Press the button on the [...]

31 Basic Functions - Playback E Adjusting the V olume When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound via built-in speaker . The speaker does not sound when you close the LCD panel. Use headphones when using the viewfinder . When Using Headphones The headphones terminal also serves as A V terminal. Headphones can only b[...]

32 Playing Back on a TV Scr een The A V terminal also serves as headphones terminal. When “ H ” is displayed on the screen, change the setting following the procedure below . Open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [A V/PHONES H ], set it to [A V] and close the menu. TVs with SCART T erminal Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. [...]

33 Basic Functions - Playback E 4. If connecting to a TV , set the input selector to VIDEO. If connecting to a VCR, set the input selector to LINE. The supplied PC-A10 SCART Adapter is for output only . For analog line-in r ecor ding or analog-digital conversion, please use a SCART Adapter with input capability (commercially available). TVs with Au[...]

34 TVs with S (S1)-Video Input T erminal Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. 1. T urn off all devices before starting the connections. 2. Connect the S-150 S-video Cable (optional) to the S-video terminals. 3. Connect the STV -250N Stereo Video Cable to the camcorder’ s A V terminal and the audio terminals of the TV/VCR. Connect the w[...]

35 Basic Functions - Playback E Selecting the Audio Output Channel Y ou can select the output channels when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels. 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. T urn the SET dial to select [AUTO SETUP] and press the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to select [OUTPUT CH] and press the SET dial. 4. T [...]

36 Menus and Settings Many of the camcorder’ s advanced functions are selected from menus that appear on the screen. Selecting Menus and Settings 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. T urn the SET dial to select a submenu and press the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to select a menu item and press the SET dial. 4. T urn the SET dial to [...]

37 Advanced Functions E CARD MIX MIX TYPE CARD CHROMA , CARD LUMI., 117 CAM. CHROMA, C. ANIMATION ANIMAT. TYPE CORNER , STRAIGHT, RANDOM MIX LEVEL CAMERA SETUP SHUTTER AUTO , 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 55 1/2000 A.SL SHUTTER ON , OFF 56 D. ZOOM MVX25i MVX20i 27 OFF, 56 × , 280 × OFF, 48 × , 240 × IMG STAB i ON , OFF 80 16:9 ON, OFF 79[...]

38 SYSTEM WL. REMOTE A 1 , A 2, OFF B 78 BEEP ON , OFF 79 T.ZONE/DST See list of time zones. 19 D/TIME SET 19 MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND OFF, DEFAULT , MY SOUND 76 SHTR SOUND OPER. SOUND SELF-T SOUND Submenu Menu Item Setting Options[...]

39 Advanced Functions E PLA Y (VCR) MENU CARD PLA Y CARD CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CAMERA VCR SETUP REC MODE SP, LP 58 AV/PHONES H AV , PHONES H 32 AV DV OUT ON, OFF 88 AUDIO SETUP OUTPUT CH L/R , L/L, R/R 35 AUDIO DUB. AUDIO IN , MIC. IN 89 WIND SCREEN AUTO , OFF 61 MIC ATT * ON, OFF 60 MIC LEVEL * AUTO , MANUAL 59 12bit AUDIO STEREO1 , STEREO2, MIX/FI[...]

40 MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND OFF, DEFAULT , MY SOUND 76 SHTR SOUND OPER. SOUND SELF-T SOUND Submenu Menu Item Setting Options[...]

41 Advanced Functions E CARD CAMERA MENU CARD PLA Y CARD CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CAMERA CAMERA SETUP SHUTTER AUTO , 1/50, 1/120, 1/250 55 A.SL SHUTTER ON , OFF 56 D.ZOOM MVX25i MVX20i 27 OFF , 56 × OFF , 48 × WHITE BAL. AUTO , SET W , INDOOR T , OUTDOOR U 53 AF AST LAMP* AUTO , OFF 103 FOCUS PRI. ON , OFF 107 ND AUTO , OFF 98 NIGHT MODE* NIGHT, NIGHT+[...]

42 SYSTEM WL. REMOTE A 1 , A 2, OFF B 78 BEEP ON , OFF 79 T.ZONE/DST See list of time zones. 19 D/TIME SET 19 MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND OFF, DEFAULT , MY SOUND 76 SHTR SOUND OPER. SOUND SELF-T SOUND Submenu Menu Item Setting Options[...]

43 Advanced Functions E CARD PLA Y MENU CARD PLA Y CARD CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CAMERA CARD PRINT ORDERS NO , YES 133 OPERATIONS ALL ERASE (Single Image TRANS. ORDERS NO , YES 138 Display) ALL ERASE IMAGE ERASE CANCEL , SINGLE, ALL 116 FORMAT CANCEL , EXECUTE 121 CARD PROTECT 115 OPERATIONS (Index Screen) PRINT ORDER 132 TRANSFER ORDER 138 VCR SET[...]

44 Using the Recor ding Pr ograms Easy Recording Pr ogram The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically , allowing you to just point and shoot. Program AE Modes Auto The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically . However , you have the option of adjusting the settings manually . Sports Use this mod[...]

45 Advanced Functions - Recording E A vailability of Functions in Each Mode: A: Auto setting h : Available × : Not available : Can be used only in CAMERA mode. * MVX25i only . Selecting the Easy Recording Pr ogram Set the program selector to [ . “ [ ” appears. CARD PLA Y CARD CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CAMERA Shaded area Image Stabilizer ON Focus A Wh[...]

46 Selecting the Program AE Mode 1. Set the program selector to Q . 2. Press the SET dial. A list of the program AE modes appears. 3. Select a mode and press the SET dial. The symbol of the mode appears on the upper left corner of the screen. ❍ The setting resets to the Auto mode when you change the position of the program selector . ❍ Do not c[...]

47 Advanced Functions - Recording E Using the Night Modes 1. Set the program selector to Q . 2. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [NIGHT MODE], select a setting option and close the menu. 3. Press the NIGHT MODE button. • The symbol of the selected mode appears on the screen. •P r essing the NIGHT MODE button again r esets the cam[...]

48 ❍ Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage. ❍ Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes. ❍ White points may appear on the screen. ❍ Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually . ❍ Digital zoom and multi-image screen cannot be used while a night mode is activated. ❍ The p[...]

49 Advanced Functions - Recording E Skin Detail Function When shooting close-ups of people, the camcorder automatically softens details to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections for a more complimentary appearance. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [SKIN DET AIL], set it to [SOFT] and close the menu. ❍ Skin detail function cann[...]

50 Adjusting Exposur e Manually Exposure Lock Y ou can lock the exposure when recording in situations where the lighting may change suddenly to control the brightness of the image. 1. Set the program selector to Q . 2. Press the EXP button. • “E.LOCK ±0” appears on the screen. • When you operate the zoom during exposure lock, the brightnes[...]

Adjusting the Focus Manually Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually . 1. Set the program selector to Q . 2. Adjust the zoom. When you operate the zoom after adjusting the focus, the subject may not stay in focus. Adjust the zoom before the focus. 3. Press the FOCUS button. “MF” appears. CARD PLA Y CA[...]

52 4. T urn the focus ring to adjust the focus. •T urn the focus ring until the image appears focused. •P r ess the FOCUS button to r eturn to autofocus. ❍ The setting resets to autofocus when you switch the pr ogram selector to [ . ❍ Readjust the focus when you have turned off the camcorder . Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish [...]

53 Advanced Functions - Recording E Setting the White Balance Y ou can use the preset modes to reproduce colours more accurately , or set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting. 1. Set the program selector to Q . 2. For custom white balance: Point the camcorder at a white object and zoom in until it fills the whole screen. Keep the ca[...]

54 ❍ Use the auto setting for normal outdoor scenes. ❍ When the program selector is set to [ , white balance is pr eset to [AUTO]. ❍ The camcorder r etains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off. However , it resets to [AUTO] when you change the position of the T APE/CARD switch. ❍ When you have set the custom white balanc[...]

55 Advanced Functions - Recording E Setting the Shutter Speed Y ou can adjust the shutter speed manually to make stable shots of fast moving subjects. 1. Set the program selector to Q . 2. Set the program AE mode to the (Auto) mode. 3. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. 4. Select [SHUTTER]. 5. Select the shutter speed and press the SET dial. [...]

56 Auto Slow Shutter In Easy Recording mode and when [SHUTTER] is set to [AUTO] in Auto mode, the camcorder uses shutter speeds down to 1/25 in CAMERA mode and 1/12.5 in CARD CAMERA mode. This allows you to record brightly in places with insufficient lighting. However , you can set the camcorder not to use a slow shutter speed. Open the menu and se[...]

57 Advanced Functions - Recording E Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used for recording movies and still images. When recor ding movies 1. Press the (self-timer) button. “” appears. 2. Press the start/stop button. • The camcorder starts r ecording after a 10-second countdown (2 seconds when using the wireless contr oller). The count[...]

58 Changing the Recor ding Mode (SP/LP) Y ou can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usage by 1.5 times. To change to LP mode, open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [REC MODE], set it to [LP] and close the menu. ❍ T apes recorded in LP mode cannot be used for audio dubbing ( 89). ❍ Depending on the n[...]

59 Advanced Functions - Recording E Audio Recor ding Changing the Audio Mode Y ou can record sound in two audio modes—16-bit and 12-bit. The 12-bit mode records sound on two channels (stereo 1), leaving 2 channels free (stereo 2) for adding new sound later . Select the 16-bit mode for higher sound quality . Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP].[...]

60 ❍ About the audio level indicator: When [MIC LEVEL] is set to [AUTO], the audio level indicator switches on and off with each pr ess of the AUDIO LEVEL button. ❍ The audio level can be changed when the green bar is displayed. W e r ecommend hiding the bar when you have finished adjusting to pr event accidental changes. ❍ The microphone lev[...]

Wind Screen The camcorder reduces wind noise automatically . However , you can turn off the wind screen when recording indoors, or when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [WIND SCREEN], set it to [OFF] and close the menu. “WS | ” appears when you tur n the wind screen of f. The[...]

62 Recording with an External Microphone Y ou can attach a commercially available microphone or the optional DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone to the accessory shoe. Refer also to the instruction manual of the microphone. 1. Attach the microphone to the accessory shoe. 2. When using a commercially available microphone, connect it to the MIC termi[...]

63 Advanced Functions - Recording E Using Digital Ef fects Faders ( 66) Begin or end scenes with a fade to or from black. The image gradually fades in. The image gradually fades out. Fade T rigger (FADE-T) The image begins as a vertical line in the centre and expands sideways until it fills the whole screen. The image is wiped off from the sides of[...]

64 The image appears in 16 pieces. The pieces move around until the puzzle is solved. The image is divided into 16 pieces. The pieces move around and disappear . Puzzle (PUZZLE) The image appears in zigzag from the top of the screen. Black stripes appear in zigzag from the bottom of the screen until they cover the whole image. Zigzag (ZIGZAG) The s[...]

65 Advanced Functions - Recording E Multi-Image Screen ( 68) Captures moving subjects in 4, 9 or 16 sequences of still images and displays them at one time. Sound will be recorded normally . 9 Sequences 4 Sequences 16 Sequences Effects ( 67) Add flavour to your recordings. Art (ART) The image becomes like a paint (solarization). Black and White (BL[...]

66 A vailability of Digital Effects by Operating Modes: h : A vailable i : Not available * : Black and White only . CAMERA Movies Still Images PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Faders hi h i i Effects hi h h * i Multi-image hi h i i screen Selecting a Fader In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to Q . 1. Press the DIGIT AL EFFECTS button. [D.EFFE[...]

67 Advanced Functions - Recording E Selecting an Effect In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to Q . 1. Press the DIGIT AL EFFECTS button. [D.EFFECT | ], [F ADER], [EFFECT] and [MUL TI-S] appear . 2. Select [EFFECT]. 3. Select the effect. 4. Press the DIGIT AL EFFECTS button. The name of the selected effect flashes. 5. Press the ON/OFF button. ?[...]

68 Using the Multi-Image Screen Y ou can operate the multi-image screen only in the following playback modes: - When [S.SPEED] is set to [MANUAL]: Playback pause, slow forward/reverse playback -W hen [S.SPEED] is set to [FAST], [MOD.] or [SLOW]: Playback pause In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to Q . 1. Press the DIGIT AL EFFECTS button. [D.[...]

69 Advanced Functions - Recording E ❍ Tu rn off the digital effect when you do not use it. Press the DIGIT AL EFFECTS button to open the menu. Select [D.EFFECT | ] and press the DIGIT AL EFFECTS button. ❍ The camcorder r etains the setting even if you turn it off or change the program AE mode. ❍ The image quality may be slightly lower with di[...]

70 Magnifying the Image The playback image can be magnified up to 5 times. 1. Move the zoom lever toward T . • The image is magnified by 2 times. •A frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area. •T o further enlarge the image, move the zoom lever towar d T . To shrink the image below 2 times magnification, move the zoom lever t[...]

71 Advanced Functions - Playback E Displaying the Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code containing recording date and time and other camera data such as shutter speed and exposure (f-stop). When you play back a tape, you can display the data code and select the data code combination you wish to display . Selecting the Date/Time Display Comb[...]

72 Displaying the Data Code Press the DA T A CODE button. ❍ The data code will not display the next time you turn on the camcorder . ❍ Only date and time appear in CARD PLA Y mode. Six-Second Auto Date Date and time appear for 6 seconds when you begin playback, or to indicate that date or time zone has changed. Open the menu and select [DISPLA [...]

73 Advanced Functions - Playback E End Sear ch When you have played back a tape, you can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene. In stop mode, press the END SEARCH button. • ”END SEARCH“ appears. • The camcorder r ewinds/fast forwards the tape, plays back the last few seconds of the r ecording and stops the tape. •[...]

74 Retur ning to a Pr e-marked Position If you wish to return to a particular scene later , mark the point with the zero set memory and the tape will stop at that point when you rewind/fast forward the tape. This function is operated with the wireless controller . 1. Press the ZERO SET MEMOR Y button at the point you wish to return to later . • ?[...]

75 Advanced Functions - Playback E Date Sear ch Y ou can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. This function is operated with the wireless controller . Press the + or - button to begin searching. •P r ess mor e than once to search for further date changes (up to 10 times). •P r ess the STOP 3 button to stop sear[...]

76 Customizing the Camcor der Y ou can personalise your camcorder by customizing the start-up image and the sound it makes for start-up, shutter , operation and self-timer (collectively called the My Camera settings). Changing the My Camera Settings 1. Open the menu and select [MY CAMERA]. 2. Select the menu item you wish to change. When selecting [...]

77 Advanced Functions - Other Functions E Changing the Display Language The language used in the camcorder displays and menu items can be changed to German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Simplified Chinese or Japanese. To change the display language, open the menu and select [DISPLA Y SETUP/ ]. Select [LANGUAGE ], select a language and close t[...]

78 Changing the Remote Sensor Mode T wo remote sensor modes and an off setting are available to prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby . Tu r ning the Remote Sensor Off Open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [WL. REMOTE], set it to [OFF B ] and close the menu. “ B “ appears. Changing the Remote Sensor Mo[...]

79 Advanced Functions - Other Functions E Other Camcor der Settings Beep Y ou will hear a beep upon camcorder operations such as power on/off, start/stop, self- timer countdown, and unusual conditions of the camcorder . If you turn off the beep, all camcorder sounds including the ones of the My Camera settings will be turned off. To turn the beep o[...]

80 Tu r ning Off the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer compensates for camcorder shake even at full telephoto. It tries to compensate for horizontal movements; therefore, you may decide to turn it off when you mount the camcorder on a tripod. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [IMG ST AB i ], set it to [OFF] and close the menu. ”[...]

81 Advanced Functions - Other Functions E LCD Backlight The LCD backlight is brighter when the camcorder is powered from a household power source. However , you can set the backlight at battery use to the same brightness. Open the menu and select [DISPLA Y SETUP/ ]. Select [BACKLIGHT], set it to [BRIGHT] and close the menu. Demonstration Mode The d[...]

82 Recor ding to a VCR or Digital V ideo Device Y ou can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. If you connect a digital video device, you can copy recordings with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality . Connecting the Devices q Connecting a VCR See Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 32). w[...]

83 Editing ❍ When connecting a VCR, the quality of the edited tape will be slightly lower than that of the original. ❍ When connecting a digital video device: -I f the picture does not appear , reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on again. -P r oper operation cannot be guaranteed for all digital video devices equipped with[...]

84 Recor ding fr om Analog V ideo Devices (VCR, TV or Camcor der) Y ou can record videos or TV programs from a VCR or analog camcorder on the tape in the camcorder . 1. Connect the camcorder to the analog video device. See Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 32). 2. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode and load a blank cassette. 3. Connected device: Loa[...]

85 Editing E Recor ding fr om Digital V ideo Devices (DV Dubbing) Y ou can record from other digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal with virtually no loss in picture and sound quality . 1. Connect the camcorder to the digital video device. See Connecting a Digital Video Device ( 82). 2. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode and load a bl[...]

86 Concerning Copyright Copyright Precaution Certain pre-recorded video tapes, films and other materials, as well as some television programmes are copyrighted. Unauthorised recording of these materials may violate copyright protection laws. Copyright Signals During playback: If you try to play back a tape that contains copyright control signals fo[...]

87 Editing E Conver ting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Conver ter) By connecting the camcorder to a VCR or 8mm video camcorder , you can convert analog video/audio signals to digital signals and output the digital signals via the DV terminal. The DV terminal serves as output terminal only . Connecting the Devices Tu rn off all[...]

88 Tu r ning On the Analog-Digital Converter Open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [A V DV OUT], set it to [ON] and close the menu. ❍ Headphones cannot be used during analog-digital conversion. ❍ Depending on the signal sent from the connected device, the conversion fr om analog to digital signals might not work properly (e.g., signals[...]

89 Editing E Audio Dubbing Y ou can add sound from audio devices (AUDIO IN) or with the built-in or an external microphone (MIC. IN). This function is operated with the wireless controller . Connecting q Connecting an Audio Device Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. w Connecting a Microphone See Recording with an External [...]

90 5. Press the AUDIO DUB. button on the wir eless controller . “AUDIO DUB.” and “ a ” appear . 6. Press the P AUSE a button on the wireless contr oller to begin dubbing. • Microphone: Speak into the micr ophone. • Audio device: Begin playback. 7. Press the STOP 3 button on the wireless contr oller to stop dubbing. Audio device: Stop pl[...]

91 Editing E Playing Back the Added Sound Y ou can select to play back Stereo 1 (original sound), Stereo 2 (added sound), or adjust the balance of both sounds. 1. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [12bit AUDIO], select a setting and close the menu. • STEREO1: Plays back the original sound. • STEREO2: Plays back the added sound. •[...]

92 Connecting to a Computer Using a DV (IEEE1394) Cable Y ou can transfer recordings to a computer equipped with a IEEE1394 (DV) terminal or IEEE1394 capture board. Use the editing software supplied with your computer/ capture board to transfer video recording from tape to computer . Refer to the instruction manual of the software. A driver is prei[...]

93 Using a Memory Card E Inser ting and Removing a Memor y Car d Y ou can use SD Memory Cards or commercially available MultiMediaCards with this camcorder . The SD Memory Card has a protect switch to prevent accidental erasure. Inserting the Card 1. T urn off the camcorder . 2. Open the cover . 3. Insert the memory card all the way into the memory[...]

94 Selecting the Image Quality/Size Changing the Still Image Quality Y ou can choose from Superfine, Fine and Normal. Open the menu and select [CARD SETUP]. Select [IMG QUALITY], set it to [SUPER FINE] or [NORMAL] and close the menu. Changing the Still Image Size Y ou can choose from 1632 × 1224 pixels, 1280 × 960 pixels and 640 × 480 pixels. Op[...]

95 Using a Memory Card E Changing the Movie Size Y ou can choose from 320 × 240 pixels and 160 × 120 pixels. Open the menu and select [CARD SETUP]. Select [MOVIE SIZE], set it to [160 × 120] and close the menu. ❍ Movies are r ecorded in the Motion JPEG format. ❍ Maximum recor ding time on a 8 MB SD Memory Card: CARD PLA Y CARD CAMERA PLA Y ([...]

96 To change the setting, open the menu and select [CARD SETUP]. Select [FILE NOS.], set it to [RESET] and close the menu. CARD PLA Y CARD CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CAMERA FILE NOS.••••CONTINUOUS CARD SETUP ( 36) 101-0101 101 101-0102 101-0104 101 101-0101 101 101-0103 CONTINUOUS RESET When you record 3 images. When you replace the memory card and[...]

97 Using a Memory Card E Recor ding Still Images on a Memor y Car d Y ou can record still images with the camcorder , from a tape in the camcorder or from devices connected via the DV terminal or A V terminal. Y ou can also record a still image on the memory card while you record a movie on the tape. 1. Set the camcorder to CARD CAMERA mode. A whit[...]

98 ❍ Connection to a computer or PictBridge compliant printer will not work when the memory card contains mor e than 1800 images. For best performance, we r ecommend not r ecording mor e than 100 images on the memory card when you plan to connect the camcorder to a computer or printer . ❍ When the subject is too bright, the ND filter turns on a[...]

99 Using a Memory Card E Recording fr om a T ape in the Camcorder 1. Play back the tape. 2. Press the PHOTO button halfway when the scene you wish to r ecord appears. • The camcorder pauses playback. The r emaining image capacity and other information appear . •W hen you press the PHOTO button on the wir eless controller , recording starts imme[...]

100 When recor ding from a tape in the camcor der or other video devices: ❍ A still image recor ded from an image in 16:9 format will be vertically compressed. ❍ The data code of the still image will reflect the date and time it has been r ecor ded on the memory card. ❍ The size of the still image will be 640 × 480. Screen Displays during St[...]

101 Using a Memory Card E Using the Flash Y ou can use the built-in flash for recording still images in dark places. The flash is equipped with the red-eye reduction mode that reduces the red-eye effect that occurs when recording people at night or in dark rooms. Selecting the Flash Mode Press the (flash) button. • The setting changes with each p[...]

102 Recording with Flash 1. Press the PHOTO button halfway . •” ” appears in green. • In CAMERA mode, the flash can be used in recor d pause mode when [STILL I. REC] is set to [ FINE] or [ NORMAL]. 2. Press the PHOTO button fully . The flash fires. ❍ Do not fire the flash close to people’ s eyes. ❍ Do not fire the flash at persons whi[...]

103 Using a Memory Card E ❍ About the AF-Assist Lamp: When recor ding still images with flash, the AF-assist lamp (white LED) lights up r esponding to the brightness of the subject to enable the camcor der to focus more accurately . The AF-assist lamp lights up when you focus manually while the PHOTO button is pressed halfway and turns off after [...]

104 Reviewing a Still Image Right after Recor ding Y ou can select to display a still image for 2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 seconds after it has been recorded. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [REVIEW], select a setting option and close the menu. ❍ A still image is displayed as long as you hold the PHOTO button after r ecor ding. ❍ The FILE[...]

105 Using a Memory Card E Recor ding Motion JPEG Movies on a Memor y Car d Y ou can record Motion JPEG movies with the camcorder , from a tape in the camcorder or from devices connected via the DV terminal or the A V terminal. The sound of a movie recorded on a memory card will be monaural. 1. Press the start/stop button to begin r ecording. •W i[...]

106 Screen Displays during Movie Recor ding q Card Access Display w Movie recor ding time e Image Size r Remaining Card Capacity for Movies “ e ” appears and “ ” moves to indicate that the camcorder is writing on the memory card. Indicates the recor ding time of the movie. Indicates the movie size. Indicates the remaining time in hours and [...]

107 Using a Memory Card E Selecting the Focusing Point The subject you wish to record is not always in the centre of the screen. In the Focus- Priority mode, you can choose from one of three focusing points to automatically put the subject you wish into sharp focus. The exposure will be adjusted automatically matching the selected focusing point. W[...]

108 Selecting the Drive Mode Changing the Drive Mode 1. Set the program selector to Q . 2. Press the DRIVE MODE button to switch between the drive modes. The setting changes with each press of the button. Continuous Shooting/High-Speed Continuous Shooting Press and hold the PHOTO button. A series of still images will be recor ded as long as you hol[...]

109 Using a Memory Card E Auto Exposure Bracketing Press the PHOTO button. Three still images in dif ferent exposur es are recorded to the memory car d. Make sure that ther e is sufficient space on the memory car d. CARD PLA Y CARD CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CAMERA[...]

110 Recor ding Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode) Y ou can shoot a series of overlapping images and merge them into one large panoramic scene using the supplied software (PhotoStitch) on a computer . When Recording in Stitch Assist Mode: PhotoStitch detects the overlapping portion of adjoining images and merges them. T ry to include a distinctiv[...]

111 Using a Memory Card E 5. Record the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first image. •M inor discrepancies in the overlapped ar ea can be corrected with the softwar e. •Y ou can retake an image by pr essing the CARD +/– button to return to the previous image. •A maximum of 26 images can be recor ded. 6. Press the button af[...]

112 Playing Back a Memor y Car d Y ou can display a single image, 6 at one time (index screen 113), or one after another (slide show 113). Use the Card Jump function to quickly locate an image without displaying them one by one ( 114). 1. Set the camcorder to CARD PLA Y mode. 2. Press the CARD +/– button to move between images. 3. T o play back a[...]

113 Using a Memory Card E ❍ Images not recor ded with this camcorder , uploaded from a computer (except the sample images 119), edited on a computer and images whose file names have been changed may not be played back correctly . ❍ Do not turn off the camcorder , change the position of the T APE/CARD switch, disconnect the power source, open th[...]

114 Card Jump Function Y ou can locate images without displaying them one by one. The number in the upper right of the screen indicates the image number of the current image by the total number of images. Press and hold the CARD + or CARD – button. When you release the button, the image of the displayed image number appears. CARD PLA Y CARD CAMER[...]

115 Using a Memory Card E Pr otecting Images Y ou can protect important images from accidental erasure when displaying a single image or index screen. If a memory card is formatted, all still images and movies, even pr otected ones, will be erased permanently . ❍ The sample images recor ded on the supplied SD Memory Card ar e already protected. ?[...]

116 Erasing Images Y ou can erase images singly or all at once. Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be r ecovered. ❍ Protected images cannot be erased. ❍ Movies can only be erased when the first scene is displayed as a still image. Erasing a Single Image 1. Select the image you wish to erase. 2. Press the SET dial to open the F[...]

117 Using a Memory Card E Combining Images (Car d Mix) Y ou can produce effects not possible with just a tape with the Card Mix function. Choose one of the sample images provided on the supplied SD Memory Card (such as picture frames, backgrounds and animations) and combine it with the live video recording. Card Chr oma Key (CARD CHROMA) Combines f[...]

118 Card Animation (C. ANIMA TION) Combines animations with your recordings. Y ou can choose from 3 types of card animation effects. • Corner: Animation appears on the upper left and the lower right cor ner of the screen. • Straight: Animation appears on the top and bottom of the screen and moves to the right and left. • Random: Animation mov[...]

119 Using a Memory Card E 5. Select the mix type matching the sample image you have selected. • The screen shows the combined image. • When you have selected [C. ANIMA TION], select [ANIMA T . TYPE] and select between [CORNER], [STRAIGHT] and [RANDOM]. 6. T o adjust the mix level, select [MIX LEVEL] and adjust it with the SET dial. 7. Close the[...]

120 Camera Chroma Key Card Animation The sample images recor ded on the supplied SD Memory Card ar e intended only for the personal use with this camcorder . Do not use these sample images for other purposes. If you have mistakenly erased the sample images on the supplied SD Memory Card, they can be downloaded fr om the following homepages: http://[...]

121 Using a Memory Card E For matting a Memor y Car d Format new memory cards, or when you get the message “CARD ERROR”. Y ou can also format a memory card to erase all images recorded on it. ❍ Formatting a memory card erases all data, including pr otected images. ❍ Images erased by formatting cannot be recover ed. ❍ If you use a memory c[...]

122 Cr eating a Star t-up Image Y ou can create a start-up image using a still image on the memory card. 1. Select a still image with the CARD +/– buttons. 2. Open the menu and select [MY CAMERA]. 3. Select [CREA TE ST ART -UP IMAGE]. [SET THIS AS ST ART -UP IMAGE?], [YES] and [NO] appears. 4. Select [YES]. [OVERWRITE MY IMAGE?], [NO] and [YES] a[...]

123 Direct Printing E Printing Still Images Y ou can print still images by connecting the camcorder to a printer with Direct Print function. Y ou can also use the print order settings for direct printing ( 132). Following printers can be connected to your camcorder: Connecting the Printer to the Camcorder 1. Tu rn off the camcor der and insert a me[...]

124 ❍ If continues to flash (for more than 1 minute) or if , or does not appear , the camcorder is not corr ectly connected to the printer . In such case, disconnect the cable from camcor der and printer , turn off camcorder and printer , tur n both back on and reconnect the camcor der to the printer . ❍ Do not connect the camcorder to a printe[...]

125 E Direct Printing 3. T urn the SET dial to select [PRINT] and press the SET dial. •P rinting starts. The print setting menu disappears when printing is complete. • If you wish to continue printing, select another still image with the CARD +/– button. ❍ Observe the following precautions during printing, otherwise printing may not be perf[...]

126 Selecting the Print Settings The procedure for selecting the number of copies and trimming ( 131) is common to all printers. Other print setting procedures vary depending on your printer model. Check which icon appears in the upper left corner of the camcorder screen after connecting, and refer to the relevant pages accordingly . Selecting the [...]

127 E Direct Printing Paper Settings 1. In the print setting menu, tur n the SET dial to select [P APER] and press the SET dial. 2. T urn the SET dial to select the paper size and press the SET dial. Select the paper size of the paper set in your printer . 3. T urn the SET dial to select the paper type and press the SET dial. Select the paper type [...]

128 1. In the print setting menu, tur n the SET dial to select [STYLE] and press the SET dial. 2. Make sure that (P APER) is selected and press the SET dial. Setting the Print Effect (Image Optimise) This function uses the camcorder's recording information to optimise the image data, yielding high quality prints. 1. In the print setting menu, [...]

129 E Direct Printing 3. T urn the SET dial to select the paper size and press the SET dial. • Select the paper size of the paper set in your printer . •P r essing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. 4. T urn the SET dial to select (BORDERS) and pr ess the SET dial. 5. T urn the SET dial to select a borders option and pr[...]

130 Selecting the Image Style 2. Make sure that (IMAGE) is selected and press the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to select the image style and press the SET dial. Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. Selecting the Borders 2. T urn the SET dial to select (BORDERS) and pr ess the SET dial. 3. T urn the SET dial to sel[...]

131 Direct Printing E T rimming Settings Set the print style before you start with the trimming settings. 1. In the print setting menu, tur n the SET dial to select [TRIMMING] and press the SET dial. The trimming frame appears. 2. Change the size of the trimming frame. •M ove the zoom lever toward T to shrink the frame, and toward W to enlarge th[...]

132 Printing with Print Or der Settings Y ou can select still images for printing and set the number of copies. These print order settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards and can be used for printing on DPOF compatible printers ( 123). A maximum of 998 still images can be selected. Selecting Still Images for Prin[...]

133 E Direct Printing Erasing All Print Orders 1. Open the menu and select [CARD OPERA TIONS]. 2. Select [ PRINT ORDERS ALL ERASE]. “ERASE ALL PRINT ORDERS?”, [NO] and [YES] appears. 3. Select [YES]. All “ ” disappear . 4. Close the menu. Printing 1. Connect the printer to the camcorder ( 123). 2. Open the menu and select [ PRINT]. • Th[...]

134 Connecting to a Computer Using a USB Cable Y ou can download images from the memory card to a computer using the supplied software and USB cable. For details, refer to the Digital Video Software Instruction Manual . Users of Windows OS can transfer images by simply pressing the (print/share) button ( 135). ❍ Do not disconnect the USB cable, o[...]

135 T ransferring Images E Dir ect T ransfer Y ou can transfer images to the computer with the (print/share) button. Preparations The first time you connect the camcorder to the computer , you need to install the software and set the auto-launch setting. 1. Install the supplied Digital Video Software. See Installing the Software in the Digital Vide[...]

136 T ransferring All Images, New Images or Images with T ransfer Orders To transfer images with transfer order , you need to set the transfer orders ( 138). 1. T urn the SET dial to select [ ALL IMAGES], [ NEW IMAGES] or [ TRANSFER ORDERS]. 2. Press the button. • The images are transferr ed to the computer and displayed in the Main Window of Zoo[...]

137 T ransferring Images E ❍ Y ou can press the SET dial in place of the button. W ith [ ALL IMAGES], [ NEW IMAGES] or [ TRANSFER ORDERS], a confirmation message appears. T urn the SET dial to select [OK] and press the SET dial. ❍ To cancel transfer , tur n the SET dial to select [CANCEL] and press the SET dial, or press the MENU button. ❍ On[...]

138 Selecting Images for T ransfer (T ransfer Order) Y ou can select images for transfer to the computer . These transfer settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. A maximum of 998 images can be selected. Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the transfer orders. 1. Select the image you [...]

139 Additional Information E About the NETWORK Mode The NETWORK mode is for use with DV Messenger version 2 (Windows XP only). Set the camcorder to NETWORK mode and connect it to the computer using a USB cable or DV (IEEE1394) cable. For details on DV Messenger version 2, refer to the DV Network Software Instruction Manual. Connection 1. Install DV[...]

140 Scr een Displays Hiding the Displays on the LCD Screen Y ou can hide the displays on the LCD screen to have a clear screen for playback. Open the menu and select [DISPLA Y SETUP/ ]. Select [DISPLA YS], set it to [OFF <PLA YBK>] and close the menu. •W ar ning messages still appear , and the data code appears if turned on. • The display[...]

141 Additional Information E Screen Displays during Recor ding/Playback PLA Y (VCR) Mode Zoom ( 26) Skin detail ( 49) Self-timer ( 57) Image stabilizer ( 80) Exposure ( 50) Card mix ( 117) Digital effects ( 63) Program AE ( 44) Manual focus ( 51) Shutter speed ( 55) White balance ( 53) Date and time ( 19) AF/AE locked during still image recor ding [...]

142 CARD CAMERA Mode Still image quality ( 94) Movie size ( 95) Still image size ( 94) Remaining card capacity for still images ( 100) Stitch assist ( 110) Drive mode ( 108) Remaining card capacity for movies ( 106) Focusing frame ( 107) Camcorder shake warning ( 56) Flash ( 101) CARD PLA Y Mode Length of the movie Lap time Current image/ total ima[...]

143 Additional Information E Message Explanation Memory card not is inserted into the camcorder. SD Memory Card is set for erasure prevention. Replace the card or change the position of the protect switch. No images are recorded on the memory card. A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record or play back the image. The error may be te[...]

144 Message Explanation Image is recorded in a not compatible JPEG format or another format not compatible with the camcorder, or the image file is corrupted. You attempted to set more than 998 transfer orders. You attempted to transfer a movie file as wallpaper. Some analog images cannot be recorded on the memory card depending on the signal. You [...]

145 Additional Information E Message Explanation You changed the print style after you set the trimming settings. Cancel printing. Turn off the printer and turn it back on. Check the printer status. Cancel printing, disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer. After a while, turn the printer back on and reconnect the USB cable. Check the prin[...]

146 Maintenance/Others Camcorder Handling Pr ecautions ❍ Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel or viewfinder . ❍ Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures, such as a sun- heated car , and high humidity . ❍ Do not use the camcorder in places subject to magnetic or electric fields such as near the TV transmitters o[...]

147 Additional Information E ❍ At cold temperatures, the screen may be darker than usual. This is not a malfunction. The screen returns to normal when the camcorder warms up. Vi deo Heads ❍ When the message “HEADS DIRTY , USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears, or when the playback picture becomes distorted, the video heads need to be cleaned. ❍ [...]

148 How to avoid condensation: ❍ Unload the cassette, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag. When condensation is detected: ❍ The camcorder stops operating and the warning message “CONDENSA TION HAS BEEN DETECTED” appears for approx. 4 seconds and “ h[...]

149 Additional Information E ❍ Although the battery pack’ s operating temperature range is from 0 ˚C to 40 ˚C , the optimal range is from 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 a[...]

150 Protecting T apes fr om Accidental Erasure To protect your recordings from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to the left. (This switch position is usually labelled SA VE or ERASE OFF .) If you load a protected cassette in CAMERA mode, the message “THE T APE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” appears for approx. 4 seconds and “[...]

151 Additional Information E Using the Camcorder Abr oad Power Sources Y ou can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult the Canon Service Centre for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Playback on a TV Screen Y ou can o[...]

152 Tr oubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder , refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Centre if the problem persists. Power Source Problem Cause Solution Battery pack is exhausted. Battery pack is not correctly attached. Battery pack is exhausted. Power save function has been activated. Battery pack is exh[...]

153 Additional Information E Recording Recording/Playback The camcorder malfunctions. Camcorder is not set to CAMERA mode. Time zone, date and time are not set, or the backup battery is exhausted. Camcorder is turned off. Cassette is not loaded. Tape reached the end (“ b “ flashes on the screen). Cassette is protected ( “ v “ flashes on the[...]

154 Camcorder is turned off, or is not set to PLAY (VCR) mode. Cassette is not loaded. Tape reached the end (“ b ” flashes on the screen). [AV/PHONES H ] is set to [PHONES H ] in the menu. [AV DV OUT] is set to [ON]. TV/VIDEO selector on the TV is not set to VIDEO. Video heads are dirty. You attempted to play back or dub copyright protected t[...]

155 Additional Information E The camcorder is set to NETWORK mode. 1. Set the camcorder to CARD PLAY mode. 2. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. 3. Turn off the printer and turn it back on. The printer is not operating even though camcorder and printer are correctly connected. – Printing Memory Card Operation Memory card was not facing the c[...]

156 System Diagram (A vailability differs fr om area to area) VFL-1 Video Flash Light VL-3 Video Light DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone CV -150F/CV -250F DV Cable S-150 S-video Cable MultiMediaCard IFC-300PCU USB Cable Canon printers with direct print function / PictBridge-compliant printers PC Card Adapter USB Reader/Writer BP-900 Series Batter[...]

157 Additional Information E Optional Accessories Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to perform optimally 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 l[...]

158 TL-H34 T ele-converter This T ele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.5. • The image stabilizer is not as effective when the T ele-converter is attached. • The minimum focusing distance with the TL-H34 is 2.5 m; 2.5 cm at maximum wide angle. • When the T ele-converter is attached, a shadow may [...]

159 Additional Information E SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. VFL-1 Video Flash Light This video flash light allows you to record still images and movies even at night or in dark places. It attaches to the camcorder’ s advanced accessory shoe for cable-free operation. V[...]

160 Specifications MVX25i/MVX20i System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system), digital component recording PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch); 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch) CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) PAL colour signa l 1/3.4-inch CCD, approx. 2,200,000 pixels Effective pixels: tape: approx. 1,770,000 pixe[...]

161 Additional Information E W eight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice. SDC-8M SD Memory Card 8 MB SD Memory Card standard 0 – 40 ˚C 32 × 24 × 2.1 mm 2 g Capacity Interface Operating temperature Dimensions Weight ø3.5 mm minijack Video: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced Audio output: -10 d[...]

162 Index 12bit audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 16:9 widescreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 6-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Abroad, using the camcorder . . . 151 Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 157 Advanced accessory shoe . . . . . . 159 AF-assist lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Analog line-in . . [...]

2 Impor tant Usage Instructions W ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. W ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO[...]

Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual English PA L CANON INC. Canon Europa N.V . P .O. Box 2262, 1180 EG Amstelveen, the Netherlands Canon UK Ltd. CCI Service Centre, Unit 130 Centennial Park, Borehamwood, Hertfor dshire, WD6 3SE, England T elephone 0870-241-2161 Canon Australia Pty . Ltd. Info-Line: 131383 www .canon.com.au Canon New Zealand [...]