Canon MV6iMC manuale d’uso

PUB.DIE-190 E Introduction Mastering the Basics Using the Full Range of Features Editing Using a Memory Card Additional Information Mini Digital Video Cassette PA L Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual[...]

2 E Introduction Important 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 ELECTRI[...]

3 E Introduction Reference Guide The following manuals are supplied with the camcorder: 3 Digital Video Camcorder MV6i MC Instruction Manual This manual explains the camcorder operations from basic video recording to the use of the full range of features. 3 DIGIT AL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK Software Instruction Manual This manual explains how to downloa[...]

4 E Introduction Important Usage Instructions ....................2 Reference Guide ........................................3 Thank you for Choosing a Canon ..............7 Introducing the MV6i MC ........................8 Finding Y our W ay Around the MV6i MC..9 Preparations Powering Y our Camcorder ......................12 Loading a Cassette ....[...]

5 E Introduction : Reference page numbers : Functions that can be operated from the body of the camcorder : Functions that can be operated from the wireless controller : Supplementary notes for camcorder operation ` : Operation confirmation beeps ( 22) • Capital letters are used to refer to settings displayed in the menus and buttons labelled on [...]

6 E Introduction Switch Positions by Operating Modes Operating Mode POWER switch T APE/CARD switch CAMERA T APE PLA Y (VCR) T APE CAMERA CARD PLA Y (VCR) CARD * A vailable functions vary depending on the operating mode. It is indicated as follows: : Function can be used in this mode. : Function cannot be used in this mode. CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA PLAY[...]

7 E Introduction Thank you for Choosing a Canon Y our camcorder is supplied with the following accessories: WL-D77 Wireless Controller T wo AA batteries Lens cap and lens cap cord STV -250N Stereo Video Cable PC-A10 SCART Adapter (Europe, Asia) Lithium button battery CR1616 CA-PS700 Compact Power Adapter (including AC power cable) NB-2L Battery Pac[...]

8 E Introduction Introducing the MV6i MC The DV terminal allows high-quality transfer with virtually no deterioration in quality of images. Y ou can edit images by connecting the camcorder to a PC with IEEE1394 terminal. W indows XP Users can use the supplied software to perform videoconference and file transfer over the Internet*. * W indows Messe[...]

9 E Mastering the Basics Finding Y our W ay Around the MV6i MC Speaker (p. 31) LCD screen (p. 25) BATT. (battery) RELEASE button (p. 15) Memory card compartment cover (p. 102) Battery attachment unit (p. 15) LCD panel OPEN button (p. 25) D.EFFECTS SELECT button (p. 65) D.EFFECTS ON/OFF button (p. 65) Card access indicator (p. 102) (stop) button (p.[...]

10 E Mastering the Basics EXP button (p. 73)/ SLIDE SHOW button (p. 119) FOCUS button (p. 76)/ DATA CODE button (p. 80) P Easy Recording Program AE SET button (p. 40) CAMERA • OFF • PLAY(VCR) • } TAPE/CARD switch (p. 18) Zoom controller (p. 23) PHOTO button (p. 54, 107) POWER indicator (p. 18) Grip belt (p. 145) Cassette compartment (p. 16) C[...]

11 E Mastering the Basics SET REW PLAY FF ST ART /STOP PHOTO SELF TIMER MENU TV SCREEN DATA CODE – CARD + AUDIO MONITOR REC P AUSE SEARCH SELECT SLIDESHOW ZERO SET MEMORY AUDIO DUB. STOP MIX BALANCE ST -1 ST -2 ON/OFF D.EFFECTS SET ZOOM WT AV INSERT P AUSE SLOW REMOTE SET +/ – / × 2 WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL - D77 × 2 button (p. 30) START/STOP b[...]

12 E Mastering the Basics Powering Y our Camcorder Before operating your camcorder , you will need to use the power adapter to: Provide power from a household power socket or Charge a battery pack Notes: • The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by your camcorder . • If [...]

13 E Mastering the Basics Specifications Power supply 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 0.32A Rated output 7.4 V DC, 2.0 A Operating temperature range 0°C - 40°C Dimensions 1 12 × 29 × 45mm W eight 186g (without power cable) W eight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice. CA-PS700 Compact Power Ad[...]

14 E Mastering the Basics Charging the battery pack Y our battery pack has been partially charged before it left the factory . It should have enough power for you to check that your camcorder is working properly . Charge the battery pack fully using the Battery Char ger CB-2L TE if you want it to power the camcorder for more than a few minutes. Alw[...]

15 E Mastering the Basics Specifications Power supply 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60Hz, 0.17A (100V) – 0.10A (240V) Rated output 8.4V DC, 0.5A Operating temperature range 0°C - 40°C Dimensions 91 × 29.5 × 56 mm W eight 82 g (without power cable) W eight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice. [...]

16 E Mastering the Basics Loading a Cassette 1. Make sure that you have attached a power source. 2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch to r elease the cassette compartment cover . • Pull the cover fully open (while holding the button) and wait a couple of seconds for the cassette compartment to open automatically . • The confirmation beep sounds w[...]

17 E Mastering the Basics Protecting tapes from accidental erasure T o 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 appr[...]

18 E Mastering the Basics Recording Movies onto a T ape Have you completed the following steps? • Attaching a power source ( 12). • Removing the lens cap ( 145). • Fastening the grip belt ( 145). • Choosing the display: viewfinder ( 145) or LCD screen ( 25). Note: • When you’re using the viewfinder , fully close the LCD or rotate the LC[...]

19 E Mastering the Basics 3. Load a cassette ( 16 ). 4. Slide the program selector to [ . • This selects the camcorder ’ s Easy Recording program. It allows you to simply point and shoot without making any manual adjustments ( 58). 5. Press and r elease the start/stop button once to begin recording. • For still image recording to a tape, see [...]

20 E Mastering the Basics Changing the Recording Mode Y ou can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usage by 1.5 times. T o change to LP mode, open the menu, select VCR SET UP , REC MODE and set it to LP . Notes: • Depending on the nature and usage condition of the tape, recording/playback in LP mode may cause[...]

21 E Mastering the Basics 16:9 (Wide screen TV recording) Produces images in the 16:9 format for playback on wide screen TVs. T o switch 16:9 to ON, open the menu and select CAM.SET UP . Then select 16:9, set it to ON and close the menu. Notes: • The 16:9 mode is an electronically processed effect. • “16:9” is shown in the display when you [...]

22 E Mastering the Basics The camcorder ’ s short operation confirmation beeps are indicated by ` in the illustrations. Beeps sound upon certain camcorder operations such as when you turn the camcorder on, during the self-timer countdown, right before the camcorder ’ s automatic shut-off, and also upon any unusual condition of the camcorder . B[...]

23 E Mastering the Basics 40 × /400 × digital zoom (card 30 × ) Magnifies the camcorder ’ s zoom range by up to 40 × in CAMERA mode. The zoom control continues to work as usual. Y ou can freely zoom in and out between 1 × and 400 × magnification — the camcorder automatically switches between optical zooming (up to 10 × ) and digital zoom[...]

24 E Mastering the Basics Notes: • When zooming, as a rule, keep at least 1 m between you and your subject. However when the zoom is at the wide-angle position, you can focus on a subject as close as 1 cm. • Image resolution is slightly lower when the magnification is greater than 10 × . • Y ou cannot use digital zoom in the Night and Super [...]

25 E Mastering the Basics Using the LCD Screen Slide the LCD panel OPEN button and open the panel by pulling it away from the camcorder . This automatically switches the LCD screen on and the viewfinder off. Close the LCD panel until it clicks securely closed. When you close the LCD panel, the LCD screen automatically switches off and the viewfinde[...]

26 E Mastering the Basics Adjusting the LCD screen Y ou can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. BRIGHTNESS•• DISP.SET UP –+ ( 39) Open the menu and select DISP .SET UP from the menu. Then select BRIGHTNESS, adjust the level with the selector dial and close the menu. A bar showing the level appears in the display . • T urn the selector [...]

27 E Mastering the Basics REC REC PAUSE EJECT The indicators that appear in the LCD display when LCD MIRROR is turned on: Allowing the subject to monitor recording When you turn the LCD panel so that it faces the same direction as the lens, you can watch yourself during recording or let your subject monitor recording. The viewfinder is also activat[...]

28 E Mastering the Basics Playing Back a T ape Y ou can use the LCD screen for instant, on-the-spot playback. The camcorder also plays back the sound track via the built-in speaker ( 31). • When you play back a tape, you can also close the LCD panel with its screen side facing up. • When you’re using the viewfinder to view playback, close the[...]

29 E Mastering the Basics Playback pause Press the a a (pause) button. T o resume normal playback, press it again, or press the e (play) button. The camcorder automatically goes into stop mode after about 5 minutes’ playback pause. Fast forward playback T o play back the recording at about 11.5 times normal speed, press and hold the 1 (fast forwa[...]

30 E Mastering the Basics Reverse Playback T o play back in reverse at normal speed, press the –/ 4a button during normal forward playback. Press the PLA Y e button to return to normal forward playback. Forward × 2 Playback Press the × 2 button during normal playback. Press the PLA Y e button to return to normal playback. Reverse × 2 Playback [...]

31 E Mastering the Basics Adjust the speaker volume by turning the selector dial. • T urn the selector dial up to increase the volume, and down to lower the volume. • A bar appears in the display to indicate the current volume. It disappears in 4 seconds. • Y ou can turn off the volume completely by turning the selector dial down until OFF ap[...]

32 E Mastering the Basics Connections for Playback on a TV Screen Y ou can connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR in order to play back your recordings. Y ou will need to attach a power source to the camcorder ( 12). Power off all devices before starting the connections. See your TV or VCR instruction manual for further details. Through the menu, the[...]

33 E Mastering the Basics If your TV (or VCR) has a SCART terminal (without S (S1)-video) AUDIO (L/ MONO) AUDIO (R) VIDEO • Connect the PC-A10 SCAR T adapter to the TV or VCR’ s SCAR T terminal. • Connect the camcorder to the adapter . Connect the camcorder using the STV -250N Stereo V ideo Cable. Connect the white plug to the white audio ter[...]

34 E Mastering the Basics • Use the S-150 S-video Cable to connect the S-video terminals. Use the STV -250N Stereo V ideo Cable to connect the AUDIO terminals. Connect the white plug to the white AUDIO terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red AUDIO terminal R (right). Do not connect the yellow plug. • If you are connecting the camcord[...]

35 E Mastering the Basics If your TV (or VCR) has audio/video input terminals • Connect the camcorder using the STV -250N Stereo V ideo Cable. Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red audio terminal R (right). Connect the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal VIDEO . • If you are connecting[...]

36 E Mastering the Basics Tips for Making Better V ideos Composition The most important element in the scene does not have to be in the centre. For a more interesting picture, try to position your subject so it is slightly to one side. Leave some space on the side of the frame that the subject is facing or moving towards. For maximum stability , gr[...]

37 E Mastering the Basics Picture angle Camcorder moves Close-up Instead of zooming while recording, try to choose your picture angle before you begin. A good way to tell a story with video is to begin with a long shot that establishes the situation, and then move in with medium shots and close-ups to show the details. Remember to change your viewp[...]

38 E Using the Full Range of Features Searching and Reviewing While Recording When the camcorder is in record pause mode, you can use record review to play back the last few seconds of your recording and then return automatically to record pause mode. Y ou can quickly make sure that a scene has been recorded properly and then go on to shoot the nex[...]

2 CAM. MENU 2 VCR MENU 2 C. CAM. MENU 2 C. PLA Y MENU CARD PLAY ( VCR ) CARD CAMERA PLAY ( VCR ) CAMERA 39 E Using the Full Range of Features Using the Menus Many of the camcorder ’ s advanced functions are selected from menus which appear in the display . There are 4 main menus: CAM. MENU Camera menu ( 41) VCR MENU VCR menu ( 42) C. CAM. MENU Ca[...]

40 E Using the Full Range of Features 2, 11 3-10 TV SCREEN SET MENU 1. T urn the POWER switch and the T APE/CARD switch to the desired settings. 2. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 3. T urn the selector dial and move the arrow to the desir ed submenu. 4. Press the SET button to select. • The submenu appears. 5. T urn the selector dial and [...]

41 E Using the Full Range of Features CAM.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE SHUTTER•••••AUTO D.ZOOM••••••40 × IMAGE S . ••ON 16:9••••••••OFF WHITE BAL.••AUTO SELF-TIMER RETURN e t u o r y i CARD MIX 101-0143 1/50 MIX TYPE••••CARD CHROMA MIX LEVEL••• IMAGE SELECT SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE q w T urn t[...]

42 E Using the Full Range of Features CAM. MENU, cont. DISP.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE BRIGHTNESS•• LCD MIRROR••ON TV SCREEN•••ON D/T DISPLAY•OFF CARD ACCESS•ON DEMO MODE•••ON RETURN –+ !5 !7 !9 @1 !6 !8 @0 e VCR set up submenu !0 Recording mode .................... 20 !1 W ind screen .......................... 70 !2 Audi[...]

43 E Using the Full Range of Features q VCR set up submenu q Recording mode .................... 20 w Output channel .................... 100 e Audio dubbing ........................ 97 r W ind screen .......................... 70 t Audio mode .......................... 69 y A V or headphones ................. 32 u Analog-digital converter ....... [...]

44 E Using the Full Range of Features VCR MENU, cont. C.CAM MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE STITCH AST CAM.SET UP CARD SET UP VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN 1 3 5 2 4 7 6 C. CAM MENU CARD CAMERA q T o stitch assist mode w T o camera set up submenu e T o card set up submenu r T o VCR set up submenu t T o display set up submenu y T o system submenu u[...]

45 E Using the Full Range of Features C. PLA Y MENU CARD PLAY ( VCR ) r VCR set up submenu !2 A V or headphones ................. 32 t Display set up submenu !3 Brightness ............................. 26 !4 LCD Mirror mode................. 27 !5 TV screen ............................ 160 !6 Date/time display .................. 53 !7 Card access di[...]

46 E Using the Full Range of Features C. PLA Y MENU, cont. q -1 Card operations submenu (when playing back a single image) q Copy from card to tape ......... 139 w Erase all print marks ........... 125 e Image erase ......................... 126 r Format ................................. 140 t Return q -2 Card operations submenu (when displaying an[...]

47 E Using the Full Range of Features r System submenu !7 W ireless controller ................ 49 !8 T ally Lamp ............................ 50 !9 Beep ...................................... 22 @0 T ime zone/ Daylight saving time............. 51 @1 Date/time set ......................... 53 @2 Return t Direct Printing Mode (Appears when connectin[...]

48 E Using the Full Range of Features Using the Wireless Controller The supplied wireless controller can operate the camcorder from a distance of up to 5 m. Point it at the camcorder ’ s remote sensor while you press the buttons. The tally lamp lights up to let you know that the camcorder is in range and responding to your commands. There are som[...]

49 E Using the Full Range of Features T o prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby , there are 2 remote sensor modes and an off setting. The wireless controller and the camcorder have to be set to the same mode in order to be compatible. T o turn the remote sensor off: Open the menu and select SYSTEM. Then select[...]

50 E Using the Full Range of Features If your wir eless controller isn’t working: Make sure the camcorder and the wireless controller are both set to the same mode. Check the mode the camcorder is set to by pushing any button other than the REMOTE SET button on the wireless controller . The camcorder’s mode appears in purple for about 4 seconds[...]

51 E Using the Full Range of Features Setting the Date and Time The date and/or time display forms part of the data code. Y ou can choose to display or hide it during playback ( 80). Set the date and time display when you first start using your camcorder . Install the backup battery before you begin ( 148). • Before you start setting the date and[...]

52 E Using the Full Range of Features Time zone LONDON PARIS CAIRO MOSCOW DUBAI KARACHI DACCA BANGKOK H. KONG (Hong Kong) TOKYO SYDNEY SOLOMON WELLGTN (Wellington) SAMOA HONOLU. (Honolulu) ANCHOR. (Anchorage) L.A. (Los Angeles) DENVER CHICAGO N.Y. (New York) CARACAS RIO (Rio de Janeiro) FERNAN. (Fernando de Noronha) AZORES No. Time zone No. Notes: [...]

53 E Using the Full Range of Features 1. Open the menu and select SYSTEM. 2. Select D/TIME SET and pr ess the SET button. • The year display starts to flash. 3. T urn the selector dial up and down to change the year . Press the SET button to move to another part of the display . • Once you move from the year , the next part of the display start[...]

54 E Using the Full Range of Features Recording Still Images onto a T ape Y ou can record still images like photographs. The camcorder records the picture and sound to tape for several seconds. The exposure is automatically adjusted. Copy still images automatically to a memory card ( 138) for transfer to a PC for image enhancement and printout. Als[...]

55 E Using the Full Range of Features • If the subject is unsuitable for autofocus ( 154), the camcorder may not be able to focus, and F may continue to flash white in the display . Continue to hold the PHOTO button halfway down, then adjust the focus manually with the selector dial. • If you are using manual focus ( 76), the F mark starts as a[...]

56 E Using the Full Range of Features T urning the Image Stabilizer Off W ith most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeable during telephoto recording. However , the MV6i MC image stabilizer allows you to obtain steady recordings even at high magnification. • The images stabilizer cannot be used in CARD CAMERA mode. T o tu[...]

57 E Using the Full Range of Features Using the V arious Recording Programs The camcorder is equipped with the Easy Recording program and several program AE modes. The availability of functions dif fers depending on the selected mode. • For simple point-and-shoot operation, select the Easy Recording program. Slide the program selector to the [ po[...]

58 E Using the Full Range of Features 1. Slide the program selector to Q (program AE) mode. 2. Press the SET button to display the program menu. 3. T urn the selector dial to move the arrow up or down the display . 4. Press the SET button to select the desired program. • The program will appear in the display . Notes: • The name of your selecte[...]

59 E Using the Full Range of Features Use this mode in bright places such as a sunny beach or ski resort. It prevents the subject from being underexposed. • The subject may become overexposed in dark surroundings. Check the image on the screen. • This mode is set at a higher shutter speed. The picture may not appear smooth when played back. Use[...]

60 E Using the Full Range of Features In CAMERA mode, use this mode to record in dark places. The shutter speed is adjusted automatically . It is useful when recording in places with changing light conditions (such as in amusement parks). • Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage. • Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes. [...]

61 E Using the Full Range of Features Using Digital Effects Use the camcorder ’ s digital effects for more interesting productions. Faders: Start or end scenes on a tape with a fade to or from black ( 62). Fade T rigger , W ipe, Corner, Jump, Flip, Puzzle, Zigzag, Beam, T ide Effects: Add flavour to your recordings ( 64). Art, Black and White, Se[...]

62 E Using the Full Range of Features Fade T rigger (F ADE-T) Wipe (WIPE) Corner Wipe (CORNER) The image begins as a thin vertical line in the centre of the screen and expands sideways until it fills the whole screen. The image is wiped off from both sides of the screen. The image gradually fades in. The image gradually fades out. Faders The image [...]

63 E Using the Full Range of Features Puzzle (PUZZLE) Zigzag (ZIGZAG) The image appears in 16 pieces. The pieces move around until the puzzle is solved. The image divides into 16 pieces. The pieces move around and disappear . Faders The image appears in zigzag from the top of the screen. White stripes appear in zigzag from the bottom of the screen [...]

64 E Using the Full Range of Features Effects Art (ART) The image becomes like a paint (solarization). Black and White (BLK & WHT) The image becomes black and white. Sepia (SEPIA) The image becomes monochrome with a brownish tint. Mosaic (MOSAIC) The image is blurred through enlarging the size of some pixels. Ball (BALL) The image becomes like [...]

65 E Using the Full Range of Features SET D.EFFECTS ON/OFF MENU Operating faders Sound and image fade together . When operating faders in CAMERA mode, make sure the program selector is set to Q . 1. Press the D.EFFECTS SELECT button to open the digital effects menu. • D.EFFECT | , F ADER, EFFECT and MUL TI-S appear . 2. Select F ADER. • The set[...]

66 E Using the Full Range of Features Operating effects Sound records/plays back normally . When operating effects in CAMERA or CARD CAMERA mode, make sure the program selector is set to Q . 1. Press the D.EFFECTS SELECT button to open the digital effects menu. • D.EFFECT | , F ADER, EFFECT and MUL TI-S appear . 2. Select EFFECT . • The setting[...]

67 E Using the Full Range of Features 4 images 9 images 16 images Divides your display image into 4, 9 or 16 smaller images with the Image Capture feature. W ith this feature, the camcorder captures the current scene being shot or replayed. Choose the transition speed — manual, fast (every 4 frames), moderate (every 6 frames*) or slow (every 8 fr[...]

68 E Using the Full Range of Features 7. Select the desired setting. • Y ou return to the digital effects menu. 8. Press the D.EFFECTS SELECT button to close the menu. • The digital effects menu disappears. • MUL TI-S flashes in the display . 9. Press the D.EFFECTS ON/OFF button. • MUL TI-S stops flashing. • Manual: As you press the D.EFF[...]

69 E Using the Full Range of Features Audio Recording T o switch to the 16-bit mode, open the menu and select VCR SET UP . Then select AUDIO MODE, set it to “16 bit” and close the menu. • “16 bit” is shown in the display for approximately 4 seconds. Notes: • For details on adding new sound, see p. 96. • For details of playing back a t[...]

70 E Using the Full Range of Features T o turn it on, open the menu and select VCR SET UP . Then select WIND SCREEN, set it to ON and close the menu. •W S O is shown in the display when you turn the wind screen on. Notes: • Low sound may be reduced together with the wind noise. W e recommend turning off the wind screen for normal recordings. ?[...]

71 E Using the Full Range of Features Setting the Self-Timer 1. Open the menu, select VCR SET UP and set the SELF-TIMER to ON or press the SELF TIMER button on the wireless controller . • SELF-T appears in the display . • T o have the subject monitor recording, rotate the LCD panel 180° ( 27). 2. Press the start/stop button. • The camcorder [...]

72 E Using the Full Range of Features • The camcorder takes the still image for approximately 6 seconds. • If you’re in CAMERA mode, the camcorder returns to record pause mode after recording to a tape. If you’re in CARD CAMERA mode, the currently recording image appears after recording onto a memory card. Notes: • T o cancel the self-tim[...]

73 E Using the Full Range of Features Adjusting AE Shift 2 1,3 By controlling the level of the automatic exposure (AE) function, you can lighten or darken the image slightly . This allows you to compensate for backlit, overexposed scenes. Make sure the program selector is set to Q . 1. Press the SET button and select any recording program other tha[...]

74 E Using the Full Range of Features 1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode. 2. Press the SET button and choose AUTO fr om the program menu. 3. Open the menu and select CAM.SET UP . 4. Select SHUTTER. 5. Press the SET button to select the desired shutter speed. • Only shutter speeds up to 1/250 are available when using a me[...]

75 E Using the Full Range of Features Guidelines for shooting using high shutter speeds • When shooting with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher , do not shoot the sun directly . Recommended shutter speeds when shooting: • People doing outdoor sports such as golf or tennis • Moving cars or trains or other rapidly moving vehicles such as rolle[...]

76 E Using the Full Range of Features Adjusting Focus Manually The camcorder focuses automatically . All you have to do is point and the subject in the centre of the screen will usually be in sharp focus. It may happen that a subject is not suitable for autofocus. Use the manual focusing function to adjust the focus. 1. Press the FOCUS button to tu[...]

77 E Using the Full Range of Features 1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode. 2. Open the menu and select CAM.SET UP . 3. Select WHITE BAL. 4. a) For the indoor , outdoor or auto settings, pr ess the SET button to choose the setting. • T / U appears in the display when you set the white balance to indoor/outdoor mode. b) T o[...]

78 E Using the Full Range of Features Setting the white balance manually will probably work better than auto white balance when shooting: Subjects with one dominant colour , such as sky , sea or forest Close-ups In rapidly changing lighting conditions In places lit by certain types of fluorescent or mercury vapour lights Notes: • T urn the digita[...]

79 E Using the Full Range of Features Y ou can enlarge the image by 2 times during PLA Y (VCR) mode and CARD PLA Y (VCR) mode. Y ou can also move the image up, down, to the right or left. • Movies played back from a memory card cannot be enlarged. 1. Move the zoom lever toward T . • The image is magnified by 2 times. 2. Move the image to the ri[...]

80 E Using the Full Range of Features During PLA Y (VCR) mode, the data code can be displayed or hidden while the camcorder is in play , slow or still mode. Camcorder data may be displayed as “– – –” during fast forward, rewind, reverse playback, forward and reverse × 2 playback. Press the DA T A CODE button. When using a cassette, press[...]

81 E Using the Full Range of Features Y ou can also choose to display camcorder data (shutter speed and exposure settings) in the data code. DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME DISP.SET UP ( 39) Setting the data code Date/Time Camera data Date/Time & Camera data Time Date & Time Date D A T A CODE (tape only) D/TIME SEL. F1.8 1/250 F1.8 1/250 1.JAN.[...]

82 E Using the Full Range of Features Six-second auto date The 6-second auto date appears for 6 seconds to mark the changeover of a day if the tape was being recorded at 12:00 midnight. It also appears for 6 seconds when you start playback and have the data code turned off. The 6-second auto date will adjust for any time zone changes you have indic[...]

83 E Using the Full Range of Features Searching the T ape (Photo Search/Date Search) This allows you to move quickly through still images recorded anywhere on a tape (photo search) or between different days or areas of recording (date search) on a tape. 1. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to choose between photo/date search. • PHOTO SEARCH or DA TE[...]

84 E Using the Full Range of Features Returning to a Pre-Marked Position Use the wireless controller to mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button on the wireless contr oller during playback at a point you want to return to later . • The time code is replaced by a tape counter that is[...]

85 E Editing 1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR. • See “Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 32. 2. Prepar e the TV and VCR. • T urn on the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector to VIDEO. • T urn on the VCR, and set its input selector to LINE. Load a blank cassette, and put the VCR in record pause mode. • See your TV and VCR instr[...]

86 E Editing REW PLA Y FF REC P AUSE SEARCH SELECT ZERO SET MEMORY AUDIO DUB. STOP AV INSERT P AUSE SLOW + / – / × 2 Digital video equipment fitted with the DV terminal lets you edit, copy and transfer data digitally , with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality . The DV terminal is for both line-in and line-out, since a single [...]

87 E Editing 1. Find a point on your recorded tape slightly before the section you want to copy and set it to playback pause mode. 2. Pr ess the REC P AUSE button on the wireless contr oller . • The camcorder enters record pause mode. 3. Start playback on the other digital device while you monitor the picture. 4. Pr ess the pause button. • Reco[...]

88 E Editing Concerning copyrighting Copyright precaution Certain pre-recorded video tapes, films and other materials, as well as some television programmes are copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of these materials may violate copyright protection laws. Copyright signals When playing back: If you try to play back a tape that contains copyright con[...]

89 E Editing OUTPUT VIDEO S(S1)-VIDEO AUDIO L R REW PLA Y REC P AUSE SEARCH SELECT ZERO SET MEMORY AUDIO DUB. STOP AV INSERT P AUSE SLOW – / 1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR. 2. Prepar e the device. • Set the TV/V ideo selector on the television to V ideo. For further details, see “Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 32. • T[...]

90 E Editing 1. Find a point on your r ecorded tape slightly before the section you want to copy and set it to playback pause mode. 2. Press the REC P AUSE button on the wireless controller . • S-video and A V IN/OUT terminals work as input terminals. • The camcorder enters record pause mode. 3. Start playback on the other device or turn on the[...]

91 E Editing Connecting the camcorder to your VCR or 8 mm video camera allows conversion of recorded analog video and audio signals to digital signals in an instant. The digital signals can be output to the other equipment with a DV terminal. The camcorder ’ s DV terminal works exclusively as an output terminal. • There may be cases where analo[...]

92 E Editing T urning the analog-digital converter on AV DV OUT•••OFF VCR.SET UP ( 39) T o turn the analog-digital converter on, open the menu and select VCR SET UP . Then select A V DV OUT , set it to ON and close the menu. Cautions: • For normal use, set A V DV OUT to OFF through the menu. If it is set to ON, you cannot input digita[...]

93 E Editing Recording Over Existing Scenes (A V Insert Editing) Y ou can insert and replace images/audio on the tape of the camcorder with images/audio from other video devices connected via A V terminal or DV terminal. Original video and audio will be replaced with the new video and audio. REW PLA Y FF REMOTE SET SEARCH SELECT ZERO SET MEMORY AUD[...]

94 E Editing Preparations The tape in the MV6i MC: When using the MV6i MC’ s A V insert function, only record to tapes recorded in SP mode. If there are non-recorded portions or portions recorded in LP mode on the tape, recording will stop. The playback tape: Use only tapes without non-recorded portions. If there are non-recorded portions or chan[...]

95 E Editing 1. On the VCR, locate a point 3 seconds before the scene to be inserted. Set the VCR to playback pause mode. 2. On the camcorder , press PLA Y and locate the r ecording start point. Set the camcorder to playback pause mode. • Y ou can use the playback buttons on the body of the camcorder or the special playback functions on the wirel[...]

96 E Editing OUTPUT AUDIO L R Y ou can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape from audio products (AUDIO IN) or with the internal or external microphone (MIC. IN). The original sound will not be erased. For best results, add sound to tapes that have been recorded with this camcorder in SP mode with 12-bit sound. If there are non-rec[...]

97 E Editing AUDIO DUB.••AUDIO IN VCR SET UP ( 39) REW PLA Y FF REMOTE SET SEARCH SELECT ZERO SET MEMORY AUDIO DUB. STOP AV INSERT P AUSE SLOW + / – / × 2 Do not connect/disconnect any cables to/from the camcorder when dubbing audio or preparing to dub audio. Preparations Dubbing T urn the camcorder ’ s POWER switch to PLA Y (VCR), and mov[...]

98 E Editing 5. Press the AUDIO DUB. button. • AUDIO DUB. and appear on the display . 6. Press the P AUSE button (and start play on the other audio device if AUDIO IN). • Audio dubbing starts. • Direct your voice into the microphone. • changes to . 7. When you get to the point where you want to stop dubbing, pr ess the STOP button (and then[...]

99 E Editing Setting the Audio Mix AUDIO MONITOR MIX BALANCE ST-1 ST -2 When you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode, you can set the audio output to play: stereo 1 (the original sound), stereo 2 (any new sound, dubbed to the tape after recording), or mix the balance between the two. • Audio from the 16-bit mode only contains stereo[...]

100 E Editing When you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels, you can change the output channels of that sound. 1. Load a tape recorded with multiple-channel audio. 2. Open the menu and select VCR SET UP . Then select OUTPUT CH, set it to the desired setting and close the menu. • Refer to the following list. Selectin[...]

101 E Editing Y ou can transfer recordings to a computer equipped with a DV (IEEE1394) terminal or IEEE1394 capture board (optional software required). Use the optional CV -150F (4 pin–4 pin) or CV -250F (4 pin– 6 pin) DV Cable. Cautions: • Do not disconnect the DV cable, or turn of f the camcorder or computer while data is being transferred [...]

Inserting the Card 1. T urn off the camcorder . 2. Open the cover . 3. Insert the memory card all the way into the memory card slot. 4. Close the cover . • Do not close the cover forcefully without having the card correctly inserted. Card access indicator 102 E Using a Memory Card Y ou can use SD Memory Cards or a commercially available MultiMedi[...]

103 E Using a Memory Card T o change the image quality , open the menu and select CARD SET UP . Then select SI QUALITY , set it to FINE or NORMAL, and close the menu. • The image quality may not differ between the settings depending on the still image. Image Size: Still image: 1024 × 768 pixels/640 × 480 pixels Movie: 320 × 240 pixels/160 × 1[...]

104 E Using a Memory Card Maximum Number of Still Images on an 8 MB Memory Card and Their File Sizes * The actual number varies on the shooting conditions and subjects. Sample images already recorded on the supplied SD Memory Card are to be included in the total number . Maximum continuous recording time The operating states of the memory card are [...]

105 E Using a Memory Card FILE NOS.•••CONTINUOUS CARD SET UP ( 39) T o change the file numbering, open the menu and select CARD SET UP . Then select FILE NOS., set it to RESET and close the menu. CAMERA PLAY ( VCR ) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY ( VCR ) 2 RESET Each time you insert a new memory card, the file number resets to its default value (101-0[...]

106 E Using a Memory Card T urning off the shutter sound Makes the sound of a shutter being released when a still image is recorded to a memory card. SHTR SOUND••ON CARD SET UP ( 39) T o turn the shutter sound off, open the menu and select CARD SET UP . Then select SHTR SOUND, set it to OFF and close the menu. CAMERA PLAY ( VCR ) CARD CAMERA CA[...]

107 E Using a Memory Card Recording Still Images on a Memory Card 2 1 4 3 Y ou can record still images onto a memory card. In addition to the still images you record directly onto the memory card, you can record images from a tape in the camcorder , or images input via the DV terminal or A V terminal onto the memory card. Cautions: • When you are[...]

108 E Using a Memory Card 4. Press the PHOT O button fully down to record the still image. • F disappears from the display . The shutter sound sounds and simultaneously the display appears to close for an instant as if it were a shutter releasing. • The card access indicator flashes and the card access display appears in the display (See “The[...]

109 E Using a Memory Card 3 2 1 Record an image from a tape onto a memory card as still images. T o automatically record multiple still images from a tape to a memory card, refer to “Copying Still Images from T ape to Memory Card” ( 138). • The still image’ s data code will reflect the date and time it has been recorded to the memory card. [...]

110 E Using a Memory Card Preparations 1. Connect the camcorder to the other device. • S-video/A V terminal: See “Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” ( 32). • DV terminal: See “Dubbing to/from a T ape with Digital V ideo Equipment” ( 86). 2. Prepar e the other device. 3. Load a memory into the camcorder . 4. T urn the camcorder ’[...]

111 E Using a Memory Card Recording 1. Start playback on the other device. 2. When the image you want to record appears in the display , press the PHOTO button halfway down and hold it. • The image appears as a still image in the display . • The number of images that can still be recorded on the memory card appears in the display . 3. Press the[...]

112 E Using a Memory Card Recording Motion JPEG Movies on a Memory Card Y ou can record Motion JPEG movies with the camcorder, from a tape in the camcorder , or from devices connected via the A V terminal (analog line-in) or the DV terminal. Cautions: • When you are using an SD Memory Card, make sure the protect switch is set to allow recording. [...]

113 E Using a Memory Card Y ou can record a movie from a tape to a memory card. • The data code of the movie will reflect the date and time it has been recorded to the memory card. 1. T urn the camcorder ’ s POWER switch to PLA Y (VCR), and move the camcorder’s T APE/CARD switch to T APE. 2. Play back the cassette. 3. When the image you want [...]

114 E Using a Memory Card Y ou can record images from a VCR or TV connected through the S-terminal or A V terminal (analog line-in), as well as images from other digital camcorders connected through the DV terminal onto the memory card as movies. • The data code of the movie will reflect the date and time it has been recorded onto the memory card[...]

115 E Using a Memory Card Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Y ou can merge separate images into one large panoramic scene using the supplied software (PhotoStitch) on a PC. Y ou can shoot a subject that won’t fit into a single frame, such as a landscape, and stitch it together later . PhotoStitch detects the overlapping portions of adjoi[...]

116 E Using a Memory Card Notes: • Compose each image so that it overlaps 30 to 50% of the adjoining image. T ry to keep the vertical misalignment within 10%. • Do not include moving subject in the overlapping portion. • Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and close subjects. They may appear warped or doubled up.[...]

117 E Using a Memory Card Playing Back a Memory Card CARD SLIDE SHOW Play back and view still images/movies recorded on a memory card. (For details on connecting to a TV , see “Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 32.) Y ou can also enlarge the still images by 2 times while viewing ( 79). There ar e 3 ways to view still images/movies:[...]

118 E Using a Memory Card ● Single Image 1. T urn the camcorder ’ s POWER switch to PLA Y (VCR), and move the camcorder’s T APE/CARD switch to CARD. • The last still image/movie recorded appears in the display . • Movies will be displayed with the first scene as a still image. 2. Search for the desired still image/movie by pr essing the C[...]

119 E Using a Memory Card ● Slide Show With an still image/movie in the display , press the SLIDE SHOW button. • Still images are automatically played back one after another . • Movies are played back normally . T o stop the slide show , press the SLIDE SHOW button. • The slide show starts or stops each time you press the SLIDE SHOW button.[...]

120 E Using a Memory Card Y ou can easily erase unwanted still images/movies recorded to the memory card while viewing them, protect them from accidental erasure, or mark a still image for printing. (File Operation) • File Operation is set in CARD PLA Y (VCR) mode. ● Preventing accidental erasure (Protect ) Select important still images/movies [...]

121 E Using a Memory Card ● Erasing still images/movies Erase still images/movies singly or all at once. • Y ou cannot erase protected still images/movies. Cancel image protection first in order to erase an image. • Erase still images/movies with caution. Once a still image/movie has been erased, it cannot be restored. There are 2 ways to era[...]

122 E Using a Memory Card 1. With a still image/movie in the display , press the SET button to open the FILE OPER. menu. • PROTECT , PRINT MARK , and IMAGE ERASE settings appear . • If you select | RETURN, the menu disappears from the display . 2. Select PROTECT and press the SET button. • The protect mark appears on the still image/movie. ?[...]

123 E Using a Memory Card Preventing Accidental Erasure (Protect) This section describes how to protect the still image/movie from the Card Operation submenu when displaying an index screen in CARD PLA Y (VCR) mode (including the way to cancel the setting) . Y ou can also protect a still image/movie through the File Operation menu ( 122). Protectin[...]

124 E Using a Memory Card Marking a Still Image for Printing (Print Mark) This section describes how to mark the still image for printing from Card operation submenu in CARD PLA Y (VCR) mode (including the way to cancel the setting). • When displaying an index screen, you can mark the still image for printing. • When playing back a single still[...]

125 E Using a Memory Card PRINT MARKS ALL ERASE CARD OPER. ( 39) Erasing all print marks Make sure a memory card that has a still image recorded on it has been inserted into the camcorder . 1. With a still image in the display , open the menu and select CARD OPER. 2. Select PRINT MARKS ALL ERASE. • ERASE ALL PRINT MARKS ? YES NO appears in the di[...]

126 E Using a Memory Card This section describes how to erase the still image/movie from the Card Operation submenu when playing back a single still image/movie in CARD PLA Y (VCR) mode. (SINGLE or ALL) Y ou can also erase a still image/movie through the File Operation menu ( 122). Make sure a memory card that has still images/movies recorded on it[...]

127 E Using a Memory Card 5. Select YES and press the SET button. • The still image/movie erases and the previous still image/movie appears for erasing. • T o erase another single still image/movie, move to that still image/movie with the CARD +/– buttons, and select YES. • If the still image/movie you are trying to erase is a protected sti[...]

128 E Using a Memory Card Y ou can print still images by connecting the camcorder to a printer with Direct Print function. The Direct Print function can also be used with the print mark settings ( 120). Cautions: • Observe the following precautions during printing, otherwise printing may not be performed correctly . - Do not turn off the camcorde[...]

129 E Using a Memory Card 2. Connect a power sour ce to the printer and turn on the printer . 3. Set the camcorder to CARD PLA Y (VCR) mode. • W ait until the card access indicator stops flashing. 4. Connect the camcorder to the printer using the cable. • “ ” appears when the printer is properly connected to the camcorder . (Does not appear[...]

130 E Using a Memory Card Card Photo Printer: Bubble Jet Printer: Setting the Print Style Image Standard Prints 1 still image per page. Multiple Prints 8 copies of the same still image on one page. Borders Borderless Prints right to the edges of the page. Bordered Prints with a border. • [Multiple] can only be selected when printing on card size [...]

131 E Using a Memory Card Bubble Jet Printer: Selecting the Paper Size 1. In the print setting menu, turn the selector dial to select [Style] and press the SET button. 2. Make sure that is selected and press the SET button. 3. T urn the selector dial to select the paper size and pr ess the SET button. 4. Press the MENU button. • Y ou return to th[...]

132 E Using a Memory Card Notes: • Bordered: The image area remains relatively unchanged from the recorded image when it is printed. • Borderless/Multiple: The centre portion of the recorded image is printed at an enlarged size. The image ’ s top, bottom and sides may be cropped slightly . • Card Photo Printer: A still image set to [Multipl[...]

133 E Using a Memory Card 2. Change the size of the trimming frame. • Move the zoom lever toward T to shrink the frame, and toward W to enlarge the frame. • T o cancel the trimming settings, move the zoom lever toward W until the trimming frame disappears. 3. Move the trimming frame. • T urn the selector dial to move the image to the right an[...]

134 E Using a Memory Card 3. Select [ PRINT]. • The print setting menu appears. •“ Set print order ” appears, when you connect a printer with direct print function and select [ PRINT] without having set the print mark settings. • The total number of prints set in the print mark settings is displayed on the upper left of the screen. 4.[...]

135 E Using a Memory Card Combining Images and Recording Them to a Cassette (Card Mix) Enhance the appearance of your recordings by combining still images from the memory card with camcorder recordings. Y ou may select from pre-recorded cartoon-like frames, or create personal frames and titles that can be layered over movies or still images. Note: [...]

136 E Using a Memory Card MIX LEVEL ••• CARD MIX –+ MIX TYPE •••• CARD CHROMA ( 39) Make sure a memory card that has images recorded on it and a cassette have been inserted into the camcorder . 1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode. 2. Open the menu and select CARD MIX. 3. Press the CARD +/– buttons to sel[...]

137 E Using a Memory Card 4. Select MIX TYPE. • CARD CHROMA, CARD LUMI., CAM. CHROMA settings appear . 5. Select the desired setting. • Y our currently recording image is combined with the pre-recorded still image. 6. Select MIX LEVEL and press the SET button. 7. Adjust the mix level. • T urning the selector dial upwards adjusts to the right [...]

138 E Using a Memory Card Copying Still Images from T ape to Memory Card Copies multiple still images from a tape to the memory card, using the Photo Search function. • The still images ’ data codes will reflect the date and time the copies are made. • The image size of a still image copied from tape to memory card will be 640 × 480. Make su[...]

139 E Using a Memory Card Copying Still Images from Memory Card to T ape Make sure a memory card that has images recorded on it and a cassette that has enough recordable space have been inserted into the camcorder . 1. Locate the point on the cassette where you want to start copying and set it to stop. 2. Select the first image you want to copy by [...]

140 E Using a Memory Card Formatting a Memory Card Format new memory cards, if you get the message CARD ERROR, or to permanently and quickly erase all the still images/movies on a memory card, including protected still images/movies (this includes the pre-recorded card mix sample images). The SD Memory Card supplied with this camcorder has already [...]

141 E Using a Memory Card Connecting to a Computer Using a USB Cable Y ou can download images from the memory card to a computer using the supplied USB cable. W ith the supplied software, you can easily download, browse and archive images, and arrange still images for printout. For W indows XP and Mac OS X users: Y our camcorder is equipped with th[...]

142 E Using a Memory Card Other Information and Precautions The camcorder formats memory cards in DCF (Design rule for Camera File system). Still images/movies recorded on a memory card with this camcorder can also be transferred to a PC with the use of the following products made for SD Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards: PC Card Adapter: Holds a mem[...]

143 E Using a Memory Card • Do not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fields. • Do not disassemble memory cards. • Do not bend or drop memory cards, or expose them to strong vibrations or external shocks. • Do not get memory cards wet. • Do not remove the memory card ’ s label or affix other labels. Affix labels to th[...]

144 E Using a Memory Card Card luminance key SD Memory Card SDC-8M Specifications Capacity 8 MB Interface SD Memory Card standard Operating temperature range 0 ° C – 40 ° C Dimensions 32 × 24 × 2.1 mm W eight 2 g W eight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice. • The pre-recorded sampl[...]

145 E Additional Information Preparing the Camcorder • Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. Adjust the viewfinder focusing lever to suit your eyesight. • T o view with the viewfinder, make sure the LCD panel is either turned so that the subject can monitor viewing, or totally closed with the screen facing inwards. Adjusting the viewfinder Be caref[...]

146 E Additional Information Notes on Using the Batteries Charging and recording times • These times vary — the safest policy is always to have 2 or 3 times as many battery packs as you think you will need. • Y ou will get more recording time if you turn the camcorder off between shots, instead of leaving it in record pause mode. • Charge t[...]

147 E Additional Information T aking care of the battery pack Always attach the terminal cover . • Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals, as this can cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack. Attach the terminal cover whenever the battery pack is not being used. Keep the terminals clean. • The camcorder , adapter or bat[...]

148 E Additional Information DANGER! T reat the battery pack with car e. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not expose the battery pack to temperatures greater than 60°C (140°F). Do not leave it near a heater , or inside a car in hot weather , for example. • Do not try to disassemble or modify it. • Do not drop or knock [...]

149 E Additional Information Maintenance A void high temperatures and high humidity . • Do not leave the camcorder inside a car in hot weather , for example. • Be careful of heat radiating from video lighting equipment. • Do not take the camcorder into a humid room. A void sudden changes in temperature. • If you take the camcorder from a co[...]

150 E Additional Information LCD • Clean the LCD screen using a commercially available cleaning cloth for glasses. • Where there is a big change in temperature, moisture may form on the surface of the screen. W ipe clean with a soft, dry cloth. • At low temperatures the display may appear to be much darker than usual. This is not a fault, and[...]

151 E Additional Information Power sources • Y ou can use the compact power adapter and battery charger to operate your camcorder and charge battery packs in any country where the electricity supply is between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug adapters for overseas use. TV playback • Although you c[...]

152 E Additional Information Condensation Condensation may form on the camcorder when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place. Using the camcorder while condensation is present can damage both the tape and the camcorder . Condensation may become a problem: When the camcorder is taken from an air- conditioned room to a warm, humid place Protec[...]

153 E Additional Information T roubleshooting Refer to this checklist first if you have any problems with your camcorder . Possible explanations are given for each problem on the list — turn to the page numbers in parentheses for more information. Make sure that the camcorder is properly connected if you are using it with a TV or VCR. Consult you[...]

154 E Additional Information Problem ? Some/all of the digital effects don’t work. ? The e (play) button doesn’t work. ? There’ s a bright stripe on the screen. ? The playback picture is r ough (with mosaic-like noise). Note: • Some subjects are not suitable for autofocus. In these situations, you will often get better results using manual [...]

155 E Additional Information • A V/PHONES is not set to A V in the menu ( 32). •A V DV OUT (Analog-digital converter) is not set to OFF in the menu ( 92). • The video heads need cleaning ( 150). • The TV/VIDEO selector on the TV isn’t set to VIDEO ( 33-35). • The speaker has been turned off with the selector dial ( 31). • Headphones[...]

156 E Additional Information Miscellaneous Cause and/or what to do about it • The remote sensor mode is set to OFF B in the menu ( 49). • The remote sensor modes of the wireless controller and the camcorder itself are different ( 49). • The batteries are dead or not inserted. • Check the screen displays ( 160). • External interference may[...]

157 E Additional Information The MV6i MC System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) TV WL-D77 Wireless Controller MiniD V Video Cassette CA-PS700 Compact P ower Adapter CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger CB-2L TE Battery Charger NB-2L/BP-2L12 Battery Pack ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case Digital Device CV -150F DV Cab[...]

158 E Additional Information Optional Accessories Battery Packs The Battery Pack BP-2L12 can also be used with the MV6i MC. WD-28 Wide-converter This lens decreases focal length by a factor of 0.7, giving you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views. • The light of the assist lamp in the Super Night and Low Light Plus mode will be b[...]

159 E Additional Information This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. C A N O N G E N U I N E V I D E O A C C E S S O R Y SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessori[...]

160 E Additional Information Screen Displays T o display the date and time, press the DA T A CODE button. See also p. 80. Press the wireless controller ’ s TV SCREEN button or turn TV SCREEN on through the menu to see the other displays on the TV screen. (The displays appear white on-screen.) They will not be added to any recordings you make with[...]

161 E Additional Information Screen Displays during Basic Recording/Playback indicates flashing. CAMERA mode (battery pack attached): • Remote sensor mode and audio mode disappear after 4 seconds. PLA Y (VCR) mode: • Remote sensor mode and volume bar disappear after 4 seconds. : Backup battery ( 148) : Condensation warning ( 152) Time code ( 16[...]

162 E Additional Information Screen Displays during Advanced Recording/Playback CAMERA Mode 1/120 CARD MIX FADE–T 1 2 bit 16:9 1 sec PHOTO WS ON 12:00 PM 1.JAN.2003 T W P S PHONES SELF-T AUTO MF 0 AE Zoom ( 23) Recording mode ( 20) Self-timer ( 71) Headphones ( 31) W ind screen ( 70) 16:9 mode ( 21) Photo mode ( 54) Audio mode ( 69) Recording rem[...]

163 E Additional Information CARD PLA Y (VCR) Mode SLIDE SHOW 101–0143 43/50 640 480 12:00 PM 1.JAN.2003 Print mark ( 120) Protect mark ( 120) Folder number - File number ( 105) Current still image/ T otal still images Slide show ( 119) Accessing a memory card ( 117) Data code ( 80) Time Code This records counter information, including hour , min[...]

164 E Additional Information Appears as a warning to protect the tape and also when condensation is detected. Remove the tape as soon as possible after the camcorder has displayed the caution. Refer to p.88 Refer to p.88, p.89 or p.91 Appears when you try to do audio dubbing or A V insert on a tape recorded in any mode other than SP mode ( 93, 96).[...]

165 E Additional Information Appears immediately after you start recording, and the video heads are badly contaminated. Make sure to clean the video heads when this caution appears. ( 150) An error has occurred with the memory card. The camcorder cannot record or play back. A temporary card error is also possible. If CARD ERROR disappears after 4 s[...]

166 E Additional Information Direct Print Related Messages Message Explanation Paper cassette is not correctly inserted or is out of paper. The paper jammed during printing. The ink cartridge is not inserted or is out of ink. There is a problem with the ink cassette. The printer is experiencing a data transmission error. You attempted to use the pr[...]

167 E Additional Information Specifications MV6i MC Power Supply (rated): 7.4 V DC Power Consumption (while r ecording with the AF turned on): 3.1 W (Using viewfinder), 4.1 W (Using LCD screen) T elevision system: CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) P AL colour signal V ideo recording system: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (Consumer di[...]

168 E Additional Information Estimated SD Memory Card SDC-8M capacities (approx.): 1024 × 768: Superfine 14 images/Fine 20 images/Normal 39 images 640 × 480: Superfine 35 images/Fine 52 images/Normal 86 images • The actual number you can record varies depending on the images. Remember that the sample images recorded on the supplied SD Memory Ca[...]

169 E Additional Information Index 16:9, 21 Å Abroad, Using the Camcorder , 151 Accessories, 7, 158 AE Programs, 57 AE Shift, 73 Analog line-in, 89 Analog-digital converter , 91 Audio Dubbing, 96 Audio Mix, 99 Audio Mode, 69 Audio Output, 99 Audio/V ideo T erminal, 32 Auto, 58 A V Insert, 93 ı Backup Battery , 148 Battery Charger , 14 Battery Pac[...]

170 E Additional Information ∏ Pause, Record, 18 PC Connection, 101, 141 Photo Search, 83 Playback Connection, 32 Playback Pause, 29 Playing Back a T ape, 28 Playing Back Memory Card, 1 17 Portrait, 59 Power Adapter , 12-14 Powering Y our Camcorder , 12 Pre-Marked Position, 84 Preparing the Camcorder , 145 Preventing Accidental Erasure, 120, 123 [...]

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