Canon MVX 200 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 MVX250i/MVX200i/MVX200. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Change the display language before you begin ( 75). Symbols and References Used in This Manual ❍ :P r ecautions r elated to the camcorder operation. ❍ : [...]

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 ..........................................................................76 Other Camcorder Settings ..........................................................................................77 Using the VFL-1 Video Flash Light (Optional) ..........................................79 Editing Recordin[...]

6 Checking Supplied Accessories WL-D83 Wireless Controller T wo AA (R6) Batteries Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord Lithium Button Battery CR1616 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 MVX250i/MVX200i/MVX200 CARD SET dial ( 37) MENU button ( 37) Backup battery compar tment ( 15) FOCUS button ( 51) / (play/pause) button ( 30) (stop) button ( 30) NIGHT MODE button ( 47) / EXP button ( 50) / END SEARCH button ( 71) CARD MIX button ( 113) / (stitch assist) button ( 106) / SLIDE SHOW button ( 109) DRI[...]

8 CAMERA OFF PLA Y(VCR) NETWORK C AM ERA CAMERA (VCR) PLAY PLAY NETWORK NETWORK POWER POWER Program AE Easy recording Program selector ( 45) PHOTO button ( 96) Advanced Accessory shoe ( 79, 154) (print/share) button ( 120, 131) Accessory shoe ( 153) Zoom lever ( 27) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 16) Viewfinder protect cover ( 143) Viewfinder ( 16) St[...]

9 Introduction E S DV Stereo microphone ( 88) Remote sensor ( 18) DV terminal ( 81, 91) S-video terminal ( 35) AV terminal ( 32) / (phones) terminal ( 32, 60) USB terminal ( 119, 130) Assist lamp (White LED)* ( 47) Terminal cover Tripod socket ( 29) MIC terminal* ( 60, 88) CHARGE indicator ( 11) S DC IN terminal ( 11) Terminal cover * MVX250i only [...]

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 ( 27) 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 The LCD screen's backlight is brighter when the camcorder is powered from 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 of f t[...]

13 Basic Functions - Preparations E ❍ Charging, Recording and Playback Times Below times are appr oximate and vary according to the charging, r ecording or playback conditions. * Approximate times for r ecording with r epeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off. Actual time may be shorter . ❍ We r ecommend charging the battery[...]

14 Loading/Unloading a Cassette Use only video cassettes marked with the D logo. 1. Slide and hold 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.[...]

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. Press the OPEN button to open the LCD panel. 2[...]

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. Replace both batteries. 3. Close the battery cover . ❍ Camcorder and wir [...]

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 ( 143). 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 Screen Displays during Recor ding t Recording r eminder r When j flashes q Time code w Remaining tape e Remaining battery charge The camcorder counts fr om 1 to 10 seconds when you start recor ding. This is helpful to avoid scenes that are too short. Indicates the recor ding time in hours, minutes and seconds. Indic[...]

26 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 (record r eview) button. The camcorder r ewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and returns to recor d pause mode. Re[...]

27 Basic Functions - Recording E 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 harde[...]

28 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 in the night modes. ❍ Digit[...]

29 Basic Functions - Recording E 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 Light[...]

30 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 ( 143). 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 LCD panel. Y ou can also close [...]

31 Basic Functions - Playback E 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 Playb[...]

32 Adjusting the V olume When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound via built-in speaker . The built-in 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 be used when “ H ?[...]

33 Basic Functions - Playback E 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 T[...]

34 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 Audio/Video T erminals Refer al[...]

35 Basic Functions - Playback E 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[...]

36 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 urn the SET dial to select a [...]

37 Advanced Functions E 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[...]

38 Submenu Menu Item Setting Options CARD MIX MIX TYPE CARD CHROMA , CARD LUMI., 113 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 MVX250i MVX200i/MVX200 28 OFF, 72 × , 360 × OFF, 56 × , 280 × IMG STAB i ON , [...]

39 Advanced Functions E Submenu Menu Item Setting Options SYSTEM WL. REMOTE A 1 , A 2, OFF B 76 BEEP ON , OFF 77 T.ZONE/DST See list of time zones. 19 D/TIME SET 19 MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND OFF, DEFAULT , MY SOUND 74 SHTR SOUND OPER. SOUND SELF-T SOUND[...]

40 PLA Y (VCR) MENU CARD PLA Y CARD CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CAMERA Submenu Menu Item Setting Options VCR SETUP REC MODE* SP, LP 58 AV/PHONES H AV , PHONES H 32 AV DV OUT* ON, OFF 87 AUDIO SETUP OUTPUT CH L/R , L/L, R/R 36 AUDIO DUB.* AUDIO IN , MIC. IN 89 WIND SCREEN AUTO , OFF 59 AUDIO MODE* 16bit, 12bit 59 12bit AUDIO STEREO1 , STEREO2, MIX/FIXED, M[...]

41 Advanced Functions E CARD CAMERA MENU CARD PLA Y CARD CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CAMERA Submenu Menu Item Setting Options CAMERA SETUP SHUTTER AUTO , 1/50, 1/120, 1/250 55 A.SL SHUTTER ON , OFF 56 D.ZOOM MVX250i MVX200i/MVX200 29 OFF , 72 × OFF , 56 × WHITE BAL. AUTO , SET W , INDOOR T , OUTDOOR U 53 (FLASH*) AUTO , RED-EYE , FLASH ON , 79 FLASH OFF ([...]

42 Submenu Menu Item Setting Options SYSTEM WL. REMOTE A 1 , A 2, OFF B 76 BEEP ON , OFF 77 T.ZONE/DST See list of time zones. 19 D/TIME SET 19 MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND OFF, DEFAULT , MY SOUND 74 SHTR SOUND OPER. SOUND SELF-T SOUND[...]

43 Advanced Functions E CARD PLA Y MENU CARD PLA Y CARD CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CAMERA Submenu Menu Item Setting Options CARD PRINT ORDERS NO , YES 129 OPERATIONS ALL ERASE (Single Image TRANS. ORDERS NO , YES 134 Display) ALL ERASE IMAGE ERASE CANCEL , SINGLE, ALL 112 FORMAT CANCEL , EXECUTE 117 CARD PROTECT 111 OPERATIONS (Index Screen) PRINT ORDE[...]

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. Selecting the Easy Recording Pr ogram Set the program selector to [ . “ [ ” appears. CARD PLA Y CARD CAMERA PLA Y (VCR) CAMERA Shaded area Program Selector Recording Program Digital Zoo[...]

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[...]

51 Advanced Functions - Recording E 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 but[...]

52 ❍ 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 to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. Press the FOCUS button mor e than 2 seconds after step 2 in Adjusting the Focus Manually . “[...]

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 ( 88). ❍ 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 Using Headphones during Recording The headphones terminal also serves as A V terminal. Headphones can only be used when " H " is displayed on the screen. If not, change the setting following the procedure below . Open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [A V/PHONES H ], set it to [PHONES H ] and close the menu. Adjusting the Headph[...]

61 Advanced Functions - Recording E Using Digital Ef fects Faders ( 64) 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[...]

62 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[...]

63 Advanced Functions - Recording E Multi-Image Screen ( 66) 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 ( 65) Add flavour to your recordings. Art (ART) The image becomes like a paint (solarization). Black and White (BL[...]

64 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[...]

65 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. ?[...]

66 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.[...]

67 Advanced Functions - Recording E ❍ Tu rn of f 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 d[...]

68 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[...]

69 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[...]

70 Displaying the Data Code Press the DA T A CODE button. ❍ The data code display turns off when you turn the camcorder off. ❍ 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 Y SETUP/[...]

71 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. •[...]

72 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 . • ?[...]

73 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[...]

74 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 [...]

75 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[...]

76 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[...]

77 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[...]

78 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. ”[...]

79 Advanced Functions - Other Functions E Using the VFL-1 V ideo Flash Light (Optional) The video flash light attaches to the camcorder‘s advanced accessory shoe for cable-free operation and is powered by the camcorder's power supply . The video light can be used for recording movies and still images, and the flash for recording still images[...]

80 ❍ A pre-flash is fir ed to obtain the subject's exposure data to adjust the main flash to the optimal intensity (flash exposure compensation). When [RED EYE ] is set, the pre-flash fir es between the flash for red-eye r eduction and the main firing. ❍ The flash will not fire in the following cases: - When you press the EXP button in [AU[...]

81 Editing E 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 Scree[...]

82 ❍ 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 a DV te[...]

83 Editing E 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 ( 33). 2. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode and load a blank cassette. 3. Connected d[...]

84 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 ( 81). 2. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode and load a blank casset[...]

85 Editing 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 si[...]

86 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 devices b[...]

87 Editing 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.,[...]

88 Audio Dubbing Y ou can add sound with the built-in microphone, from audio devices (MVX250i/ MVX200i) or with an external microphone (MVX250i). 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 When using the buil[...]

89 Editing E Dubbing 1. Set the camcorder to PLA Y (VCR) mode and load a recor ded cassette. Use a tape recor ded in SP , 12-bit mode with this camcorder . 2. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [AUDIO DUB.], set it to [AUDIO IN] or [MIC. IN] and close the menu. 3. Locate the scene you wish to start audio dubbing. 4. Press the P AUSE a b[...]

90 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. • STEREO 1: Plays back the original sound. • STEREO 2: Plays back the added sound. • MIX/FIX[...]

91 Editing E 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. Optional software is required for transferring recordings from the tape to a computer . Refer to the instruction manual of the software. Use the optional CV -150F (4 pin–4 p[...]

92 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 card slot. 4. Close t[...]

93 Using a Memory Card E Selecting the Image Quality/Size Changing the Still Image Quality Y ou can choose between 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 between 1280 × 960 pixels and 640 × 480 pix[...]

94 Changing the Movie Size Y ou can choose between 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: Approx. 69 min. on a 512 MB SD Memory Car d. CARD[...]

95 Using a Memory Card E 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 ( 37) 101-0101 101 101-0102 101-0104 101 101-0101 101 101-0103 CONTINUOUS RESET When you record 3 images. When you repla[...]

96 Recor ding Still Images on a Memor y Car d Y ou can record still images with the camcorder or from a tape in the camcorder . With the MVX250i/MVX200i, you can also record from devices connected via the DV terminal or the 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[...]

97 Using a Memory Card E ❍ 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, th[...]

98 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 immediately . 3. Press the[...]

99 Using a Memory Card E 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. Scre[...]

100 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[...]

101 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 or from a tape in the camcorder . With the MVX250i/MVX200i, you can also record 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[...]

102 Screen Displays during Movie Recor ding q " e " Card Access Display w Movie recor ding time e Image Size r Remaining Card Capacity for Movies Indicates 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 minutes. At less than [...]

103 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. When the program selector is set to [ , the Focus-Priority becomes set to ON (only [...]

104 Selecting the Drive Mode Changing the Drive Mode 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 hold the PHOTO button. ❍ Maximum number[...]

105 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[...]

106 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[...]

107 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[...]

108 Playing Back a Memor y Car d Y ou can display a single image, 6 at one time (index screen 109), or one after another (slide show 109). Use the Card Jump function to quickly locate an image without displaying them one by one ( 110). 1. Set the camcorder to CARD PLA Y mode. 2. Press the CARD +/– button to move between images. 3. T o play back a[...]

109 Using a Memory Card E ❍ Images not recor ded with this camcorder , uploaded from a computer (except the sample images 115), 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[...]

110 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[...]

111 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. ?[...]

112 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[...]

113 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[...]

114 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[...]

115 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[...]

116 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://[...]

117 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[...]

118 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[...]

119 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 ( 128). Following printers can be connected to your camcorder: If your CP-300 is not PictBridge compliant (does not carry the PictBridge logo), up[...]

120 4. Connect the camcorder to the printer using the cable. • appears and changes to , or when the printer is pr operly connected to the camcorder . (Does not appear with movies, or still images that cannot be played back with the camcorder .) • The (print/share) button lights up and the current print setting will be displayed for approx. 6 se[...]

121 E Direct Printing ❍ If the message “BUSY” does not disappear , disconnect the cable from camcorder and printer and r econnect the camcorder to the printer . ❍ Cancel Printing Press the SET dial during printing. A confirmation dialog appears. Select [OK] and press the SET dial. - Canon Bubble Jet Printer: Printing stops even if it is inc[...]

122 Selecting the Print Settings The procedure for selecting the number of copies 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 Number of Copies A m[...]

Setting the Print Style ❍ Print setting options and [DEF AUL T] settings vary depending on the printer model. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your printer . ❍ [8-UP] can be selected when using card size paper (5.3 × 8.6 cm) with CP Printers. ❍ [BORDERED]: The image area r emains relatively unchanged fr om the recorded image w[...]

124 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, turn the SET dial to select (print effect) and pr ess the SET dial. 2. T urn the SET dial to select a setting and press the SET dial. Including the Date i[...]

125 E Direct Printing 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select [STYLE] and press the SET dial. 2. Make sure that (paper) is selected and press the SET dial. 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 bac[...]

126 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select [STYLE] and press the SET dial. 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 [...]

127 Direct Printing E T rimming Settings Set the print style before you start with the trimming settings. 1. In the print setting menu, turn 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 the[...]

128 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 ( 119). A maximum of 200 still images can be selected. Selecting Still Images for Prin[...]

129 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 ( 119). 2. Open the menu and select [ PRINT]. • Th[...]

130 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 ( 131). ❍ Do not disconnect the USB cable, o[...]

131 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[...]

132 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 ( 134). 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[...]

133 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[...]

134 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 200 images can be selected. 1. Select the image you wish to transfer . 2. Press the SET dial to open the FILE OPER. menu. 3. Select [ TRA[...]

135 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 DV (IEEE1394) cable. For details on DV Messenger version 2, refer to the DV Network Software Instruction Manual. Connection 1. Install DV Messenger . [...]

136 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. •T ape operat[...]

137 Additional Information E Screen Displays during Recor ding/Playback PLA Y (VCR) Mode Time code T ape operation Remaining tape Remaining battery charge ( 25) Remote sensor mode ( 76) Condensation warning ( 144) Recording mode ( 58) Headphones ( 60) Wind screen ( 59) 16:9 mode ( 77) Remaining card capacity for still images ( 97) Audio mode ( 59) [...]

138 CARD CAMERA Mode Still image quality ( 93) Movie size ( 94) Still image size ( 93) Remaining card capacity for still images ( 99) Stitch assist ( 106) Drive mode ( 104) Remaining card capacity for movies ( 102) Focusing frame ( 103) Camcorder shake warning ( 56) CARD PLA Y Mode Length of the movie Lap time Current image/ total images File numbe[...]

139 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[...]

140 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 200 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 [...]

141 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 and turn off the printer. After a while, turn the printer back on and check its status. When you are printing using the button, check t[...]

142 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[...]

143 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. V iewfinder ❍ Move the viewfinder upward. Remove the protect cover and clean the glass with a cotton swab. Reattach the protect cover when finished. ❍ Be careful not to [...]

144 Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperature may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected. Continued use may damage the camcorder . Condensation may form in the following cases: How to avoid condensation: ❍ Unload the cassette, plac[...]

145 Additional Information E Battery Pack Handling Precautions DANGER! Tr eat the battery pack with care. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 60 ºC . Do not leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather . • Do not try to disassemble or modify it. • Do not drop [...]

146 Cassette Handling Precautions ❍ Rewind tapes after use. If the tape becomes slack and damaged, it may cause picture and sound distortion. ❍ Return cassettes in the case and store them upright. ❍ Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use. ❍ Do not use spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes as they may damage the camcor der . ?[...]

147 Additional Information E ❍ Moving a memory card rapidly between hot and cold temperatur es may cause condensation to form on its external and inter nal surfaces. If condensation forms on the card, put it aside until the dr oplets have evaporated completely . ❍ Do not touch or expose the terminals to dust or dirt. ❍ Check the direction bef[...]

148 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 Recording/Playback Camcorder is not turned on. Cassette is not loaded. Cassette is not loaded. Battery pack is exhausted. Condensation is detected. Camcorder stopped operating [...]

149 Additional Information E Recording Problem Cause Solution 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 screen). Camcorder is set to a mode ot[...]

150 Memory Card Operation Memory card was not facing the correct direction. Memory card is full. Memory card is not formatted. Memory card is not inserted. File number reached maximum value. SD Memory Card is protected. Camcorder is not set to CARD PLAY mode. Memory card is not inserted. Image is protected. SD memory card is protected. Card error o[...]

151 Additional Information E 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/Wri[...]

152 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 leakage and/or explosion o[...]

153 Additional Information E 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 i[...]

154 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. VL-3 Video Light This vide[...]

155 Additional Information E Specifications MVX250i/MVX200i/MVX200 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 1/4.5-inch CCD, approx. 1,330,000 pixels Effective pi[...]

156 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 dBV (47 kohm load)/3 koh[...]

157 Additional Information E Index 12bit audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 16:9 widescreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 6-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Abroad, using the camcorder . . . 147 Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 152 Advanced accessory shoe . . . . . . . 79 AF-assist lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

158 Memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37-43 Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61, 88 MIC terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61, 88 Movie size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 MultiMediaCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Multi-image screen . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 My Came[...]

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 [...]