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Canon MVX4 Instruction Manual

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Please read also the following instruction manual.
• Digital Video Software
Digital Video Camcorder

Instruction Manual

Digital Video Software
Instruction Manual
This instruction manual explains how to install the software and Canon USB
Video Driver (Windows XP only), connect the camcorder to a computer, and
download images from a memory card to a computer.
If you are using Windows operating system, use the supplied
DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Windows.
If you are using Macintosh operating system, use the supplied
DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Macintosh.
PUB.DIE-235
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English
Introduction
Preparation
Basic
Functions
Advanced
Functions
Editing
Printing
Connecting to
a PC
PUB. DIE-236
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Do's & Don'ts
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    • Digital Video Software Instruction Manual Trouble? This instruction manual explains how to install the software and Canon USB Video Driver (Windows XP only), connect the camcorder to a computer, and download images from a memory card to a computer.

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING! 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 REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

  • Page 3: Using This Manual

    : Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. : Reference page number. Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller. [ ] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen.
  • Page 4 • Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. • HDV is a trademark of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Limited (JVC). • Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Step 4: Preparing the Camcorder ..............20 Step 5: Using the Wireless Controller............21 Step 6: Adjusting the LCD Screen ..............22 Step 7: Changing the Display Language ............23 Step 8: Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time..........24 Basic Functions Recording Recording Movies on a Tape .................26 Recording on a Memory Card ...............28...
  • Page 6 Printing with Print Order Settings ..............117 Connecting to a PC Transferring Video Recordings to a Computer ..........119 Transferring Memory Card Images to a Computer (Direct Transfer) ...121 Selecting Images for Transfer (Transfer Order)...........124 Using the NETWORK Mode (DV Messenger Version 2)......125 Trouble? Troubleshooting ...................126...
  • Page 7 Specifications....................143 Index......................145...

  • Page 8: Checking Supplied Accessories

    CR2025 for Wireless (incl. power cord) Controller Lens Cap and Lens MTC-100 Multi Cable PC-A10 SCART IFC-300PCU USB Cap Cord Adapter* Cable SDC-16M SD Memory DIGITAL VIDEO Card SOLUTION DISK For Windows For Macintosh * Not included in China and Oceania.

  • Page 9: Components Guide

    Components Guide Left side view Right side view Speaker ( REC SEARCH + button ( 27) / MIC terminal ( (fast forward) button ( 34) / Terminal cover CARD + button ( Serial number (phones) terminal ( Battery attachment unit (...

  • Page 10: Front View

    Front view Back view Remote sensor ( POWER indicator ( 26, 28) Terminal cover Lock button (for NETWORK mode) Flash ( 125) Mini video light ( POWER switch ( 3, 125) AV terminal ( Lock button (for POWER switch) DC IN terminal (...

  • Page 11: Top View

    Top view Bottom view Stereo microphone Cassette compartment ( (print/share) button ( 109, 121) OPEN/EJECT switch ( Tripod socket ( Cassette compartment cover (...

  • Page 12: Wireless Controller Wl-D85

    DATE SEARCH PLAY STOP PAUSE SLOW ZERO SET AUDIO DUB. TV SCREEN MEMORY WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL - D85 Transmitter ZERO SET MEMORY button ( START/STOP button ( 26, 28) PHOTO button ( CARD –/+ buttons ( Zoom buttons ( DATE SEARCH...

  • Page 13: Screen Displays

    Audio level indicator ( Remaining card capacity for still images Remaining card capacity for movies •“ ” starts flashing in red when the Condensation ( 129) battery pack is empty. Remote sensor mode ( •When you attach an empty battery...
  • Page 14 Recording mode ( Tape operation Time code (Tape counter) ( Remaining tape ( Widescreen mode ( Audio mode ( Volume level of built-in speaker or headphones ( Data code ( Tape operation : Record : Fast forward playback/ : Playback pause (...

  • Page 15: Step 1: Preparing The Power Supply

    Step 1: Preparing the Power Supply Preparation The camcorder can be powered by a battery pack or connected to a household power source. Charge the battery pack before use. Attaching the Battery Pack 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.

  • Page 16: Using A Household Power Source

    Using a Household Power Source Connect to a household power source to use the camcorder without worrying about the battery power. You can keep the battery pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed. 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.
  • Page 17 We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). Outside the temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), the charge indicator flashes rapidly and charging stops.

  • Page 18: Step 2: Loading A Cassette

    4. Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and close the cassette compartment cover. Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically, or attempt to close the cover before the cassette compartment has fully retracted.

  • Page 19: Step 3: Inserting A Memory Card

    Remove the memory card. 4. Close the cover. Card access indicator If you use memory cards other than the supplied one, make sure to format them with the camcorder ( 95). The SD Memory Card has a protect switch to prevent accidental erasure.

  • Page 20: Step 4: Preparing The Camcorder

    Fastening the Grip Belt Hold the camcorder with your right hand and adjust the belt with your left. Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the start/stop button with your thumb.

  • Page 21: Step 5: Using The Wireless Controller

    The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is subjected to strong light sources or direct sunlight. If the wireless controller does not work, check if the remote sensor is set to [OFF 68).

  • Page 22: Step 6: Adjusting The Lcd Screen

    Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel downward by 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel by 180 degrees toward the lens (allowing the subject to monitor the LCD screen). You can rotate the LCD panel to allow the subject to monitor the screen while you use the viewfinder.

  • Page 23: Step 7: Changing The Display Language

    Step 7: 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, Traditional Chinese, Korean or Japanese. MENU DISPLAY SETUP/ LANGUAGE 1. Turn the POWER switch to CAMERA or PLAY (VCR).

  • Page 24: Step 8: Setting The Time Zone, Date And Time

    SET dial. The time zone setting appears. The default setting is Paris. 5. Turn the SET dial to select the setting option that represents your time zone and press the SET dial. To adjust for daylight saving time, select the time zone with the next to the area.

  • Page 25: Time Zones

    Time Zones Once you have set your 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.

  • Page 26: Basic Functions Recording

    Wait until the time code stops completely before you start recording. If you record over previous recordings the overwritten part will be completely erased. Before you start recording be sure to search for the end point of the previous recordings.

  • Page 27: Screen Displays During Recording

    Reviewing and Searching when Recording You can review the last few seconds of your recording (record review). You can also play back the tape to locate the point where you wish to begin recording (record search). Record Review...

  • Page 28: Recording On A Memory Card

    Recording on a Memory Card Recording Still Images on a Memory Card 1. Press the small button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA. The POWER indicator lights up. 2. Set the TAPE/CARD switch to 3. Select the still image size and quality ( 81).
  • Page 29 Keep the PHOTO button pressed halfway and adjust the focus manually with the SET dial. When recording a still image (step 3), the image may appear out of focus for a moment while the camcorder is focusing. When the subject is too bright, “OVEREXP.” starts flashing. In such case, use the optional FS-34U ND filter.

  • Page 30: Screen Displays During Still Image Recording

    Screen Displays during Movie Recording Remaining Card Capacity for Movies Indicates the remaining time in hours and minutes. At less than 1 minute, the remaining time will be displayed in 10 second-steps, at less than 10 seconds in 1 second-steps.

  • Page 31: Zooming

    Make effective use of the zoom. Keep at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) to the subject. At wide-angle, you can focus on a subject as close as 1 cm (0.39 in.).

  • Page 32: Tips For Better Recording

    When using a tripod, do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as it may melt (due to concentration of the light by the lens). Do not use tripods with fastening screws longer than...

  • Page 33: Playback

    Playing Back a Tape Playback 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 ( 137). 1. Press the small button and set the POWER switch to PLAY (VCR).

  • Page 34: Special Playback Modes

    To pause playback, press the button during normal playback. (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. –/ (Reverse Playback) Press the button on the wireless controller during normal playback.

  • Page 35: Playing Back A Memory Card

    Images not recorded with this camcorder, uploaded from a computer (except the sample images for the Card Mix function), 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 TAPE/CARD switch, disconnect the power source, open the memory card cover or remove the memory card while the card access indicator is flashing.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound via built-in speaker. The speaker does not sound when you close the LCD panel. Use headphones when using the viewfinder. SET dial Speaker 1.

  • Page 37: Playing Back On A Tv Screen

    • When connecting to a TV with Audio/Video terminals: Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal L (left), the red plug to the red audio terminal R (right) and the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal VIDEO.
  • Page 38 3. Connect the MTC-100 Multi Cable to the camcorder’s AV terminal and the audio/video terminals on the SCART Adapter. Connect the white plug to the white AUDIO terminal L (left), and the red plug to the red AUDIO terminal R (right) and the yellow plug to the yellow VIDEO terminal.

  • Page 39: Advanced Functions Recording Programs

    The camcorder chooses the Landscape appropriate shutter speed The camcorder chooses a 45). small aperture to achieve a broad depth of field in the entire composition. Easy Recording: The camcorder automatically selects matching conditions for the subjects.

  • Page 40: Selecting The Recording Program

    Sports mode: The picture may not appear smooth when played back. Slow Shutter mode: - When recording movies on a tape, picture quality may not be as good as in other modes. - The camcorder may have difficulty to focus automatically.

  • Page 41: Using The Super Night Mode

    Using the Super Night Mode Allows you to record in dimly lit places without sacrificing color. The assist lamp lights up automatically responding to the surrounding brightness. SET dial Assist lamp Mode dial Super Night Mode 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA•...

  • Page 42: Using The Special Scene Modes

    SET dial. The symbol of the selected mode appears. Snow/Beach mode: - The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the image on the screen. - The picture may not appear smooth when played back.

  • Page 43: Using The Program Ae Mode

    Using the Program AE Mode The camcorder automatically adjusts shutter speed and exposure according to the brightness of the subject. In Program AE mode, you can point and shoot as in Auto mode, however, you have the option of changing some settings.

  • Page 44: Using The Shutter-Priority Ae Mode

    When using a slow shutter speed in dark places, you can record the subject brightly, but the image quality may be lower, and autofocus may not work well. Do not point the camcorder directly at the sun when the shutter speed is set to 1/1000 or higher.

  • Page 45: Using The Aperture-Priority Ae Mode

    Aperture values: 1.8, 2.0, 2.4, 2.8, 3.4, 4.0, 4.8, 5.6, 6.7, 8.0 Use low aperture values (large aperture) to blur the background for a portrait, or high aperture values (small aperture) to achieve a broad depth of field for recording landscapes.

  • Page 46: Adjusting Exposure Manually

    Exposure cannot be adjusted in the Fireworks mode (SCN). 3. Press the EXP button. • “±0” appears on the screen. • When you operate the zoom during exposure lock, the brightness of the image may change. Exposure Adjustment During exposure lock: Turn the SET dial to adjust the brightness of the image.

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Focus Manually

    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 more than 2 seconds after step 3 in Adjusting the Focus Manually.

  • Page 48: Using The Mini Video Light

    Using the Mini Video Light You can turn on the mini video light (assist lamp) at any time regardless of the recording program. LIGHT button Mini video light 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA• or CAMERA• mode. 2. Press the LIGHT button.

  • Page 49: Using The Self-Timer

    To cancel the self-timer, press the (self-timer) button. Once the countdown has begun, you can also press the start/stop button (when recording movies) or the PHOTO button (when recording still image) to cancel the self-timer. The self-timer will be canceled when you turn off the camcorder.

  • Page 50: Recording With An External Microphone

    Recording with an External Microphone You can use the optional SA-1 Adapter Bracket to attach a microphone to the camcorder. Refer also to the instruction manual of the microphone. 1. Attach the microphone to the adapter bracket. 2. Attach the adapter bracket to the camcorder.

  • Page 51: Changing The Settings

    Changing the Settings with the FUNC. Changing the Settings (1) Button Many of the camcorder’s functions are selected from the FUNC. menu that appears when pressing the FUNC. button. For menu items, see List of Menu Items (FUNC.) ( 52).

  • Page 52: List Of Menu Items (Func.)

    640x480 quality SUPER FINE, FINE, NORMAL Image erase – Slide show – Protect – Print order – Transfer order – * This setting option appears when pressing the FUNC. button right after recording a still image on a memory card.

  • Page 53: Setting The White Balance

    Setting the White Balance You can use the preset modes to reproduce colors more accurately, or set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting. Settings are automatically set by the camcorder. AUTO For recording outdoors on a bright day.
  • Page 54 [FLUORESCENT] or [FLUORESCENT H]. If the color looks unnatural on the screen, adjust using [AUTO] or [SET]. The camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off. When you want to use a previously made [SET] setting, after selecting [SET] in step 4, press the FUNC.

  • Page 55: Selecting An Image Effect

    SET dial and select [SET]. 6. Press the FUNC. button. [SOFT SKIN DETAIL]: To obtain the best effect, use this function when recording a person in close-up. Note that areas similar to the skin color may lack in detail.

  • Page 56: Using Digital Effects

    Using Digital Effects The Digital Effects functions include a fader and effects, multi-image screen and Card Mix. Faders ( Begin or end scenes with a fade to or from black. Fade Trigger (FADE-T) Wipe (WIPE) Corner Wipe (CORNER) Jump (JUMP)
  • Page 57 Wave (WAVE) Color Mask (COLOR M.) Mirror (MIRROR) Multi-Image Screen ( Captures moving subjects in 4, 9 or 16 sequences of still images and displays them at one time. Sound will be recorded normally. 4 Sequences 9 Sequences 16 Sequences Card Mix ( Combines a still image recorded on a memory card with your recording.

  • Page 58: Selecting A Fader

    3. Select the digital effect symbol followed by FADER]. 4. Select the fader type. • The selected fader shows as an animation. • The selected fader animates the image that appears on the screen. 5. Press the FUNC. button. The symbol of the selected fader appears.

  • Page 59: Selecting An Effect

    BLK&WHT] then move to step 5. 4. Select the effect type. • The selected effect shows as an animation. • The selected effect animates the image that appears on the screen. 5. Press the FUNC. button. The symbol of the selected effect appears.

  • Page 60: Using The Multi-Image Screen

    To cancel the multi-image screen, press the D.EFFECTS button. • MANUAL: Images will be captured each time you press the D.EFFECTS button. The blue frame indicating the next sequence disappears after the last image. Pressing the D.EFFECTS button for more than 1 second cancels the images one after...
  • Page 61 Combining Images (Card Mix) You can produce effects not possible with just a tape with the Card Mix function. Choose one of the sample images provided on the supplied DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK (such as picture frames, backgrounds and animations) and combine it with the live video recording.
  • Page 62 2. Upload a sample image from the DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK to the memory card. Refer to Adding Still Images from Your Computer to the Memory Card in the Digital Video Software Instruction Manual. 3. Set the mode dial to a mode other than 4.

  • Page 63: Changing The Settings With The Menu Button

    Changing the Settings with the MENU Changing the Settings (2) Button Many of the camcorder’s functions are selected from a menu that appears when pressing the MENU button. For menu items, see List of Menu Items (MENU) ( 64). MENU button...

  • Page 64: List Of Menu Items (Menu)

    With digital zoom, image resolution becomes lower the more you zoom in. The zoom indicator extends in light blue when the digital zoom is set to 40x and extends further in dark blue when set to 200x.
  • Page 65 FOCUS PRI.: The camcorder records the still image once focus is adjusted. Set it to [OFF] when you wish to record a still image as soon as you press the PHOTO button. When set to [OFF], no focusing frame appears.

  • Page 66: Audio Setup

    LP mode may be distorted. We recommend using the SP mode for important recordings. If you record in both SP and LP modes on the same tape, the playback picture may become distorted and the time code may not be written correctly.

  • Page 67: Display Setup

    BRIGHTNESS: Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen. Turn the SET dial up or down to adjust the brightness. Changing the brightness of the LCD screen does not affect that of the viewfinder or the recordings. LCD MIRROR: The image appears mirror reversed when you rotate the LCD panel so that the screen faces in the same direction as the lens.
  • Page 68 BEEP: A beep sounds upon operations such as turning on the camcorder, during self- timer countdown or warnings such as condensation. POWER SAVE: When powered by a battery pack, the camcorder shuts off after 5 minutes when the camcorder is left without any operation to save power. Approximately 30 seconds before the camcorder shuts off, “...
  • Page 69 Changes the My Camera settings (the start-up image and the sounds made for start-up, shutter, and operation) to personalize your camcorder. When selecting the settings, you can check the sound and image. To check the sound, make sure to set beep to a setting other than [OFF] in the menu.

  • Page 70: Adjusting The Audio Recording Level

    4. Adjust the level with the SET dial. • The maximum level should only slightly exceed –12 dB. • Sound may be distorted if the indicator for 0 dB lights up in red. 5. Press the AUDIO LEVEL button. The green bar disappears.
  • Page 71 AUDIO LEVEL button will alternately turn audio level indicator on and off. The audio level can be changed when the green bar is displayed. We recommend hiding the bar when you have finished adjusting to prevent accidental changes.

  • Page 72: Using The Wind Screen

    Using the Wind Screen The camcorder reduces wind noise automatically. However, you can turn off the wind screen when recording indoors, or when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible. MENU AUDIO SETUP WIND SCREEN 1. When setting the camcorder to CAMERA...

  • Page 73: Widescreen Tv Recording (16:9)

    [WIDESCREEN], set it to [ON] and press the MENU button. • “ ” appears. • The LCD screen switches to the “letterbox” display. The picture on the viewfinder appears horizontally squeezed. When you turn off the image stabilizer, you will get a larger horizontal angle of view.

  • Page 74: Creating A Start-Up Image

    [OVERWRITE MY IMAGE?], [NO] and [YES] appears. 6. Select [YES]. The still image will be saved, and the image that was saved to [MY IMAGE] is erased. 7. Press the MENU button. You can save your original images, or the images and sounds contained in the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX for Windows or ImageBrowser for Macintosh) to the setting options [MY IMAGE] and [MY SOUND].

  • Page 75: Magnifying The Image

    ” will display for images that cannot be enlarged. 3. Select the magnified area with the SET dial. Turn the SET dial to move the image to the right and left, or up and down. Pressing the SET dial switches between the directions.

  • Page 76: Displaying The Data Code

    2. Press the MENU button and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ 3. Select [DATA CODE] and select the data code combination. When playing back a memory card, you can only display the date and/or time. 4. Press the MENU button. 5. PLAY(VCR)•...

  • Page 77: End Search

    End Search When you have played back a tape, you can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene. END SEARCH button 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY(VCR)• mode. 2. Play back the tape. 3. In stop mode, press the END SEARCH button.

  • Page 78: Returning To A Pre-Marked Position

    1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA• or PLAY(VCR)• mode. 2. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button at the point you wish to return to later during recording or playback. • “0:00:00 ” appears. • To cancel, press the ZERO SET MEMORY button again.

  • Page 79: Date Search

    2. In stop mode, press the button to begin searching. • Press more than once to search for further date changes (up to 10 times). • Press the STOP button to stop searching. A recording of longer than a minute per date/area is required.

  • Page 80: Selecting The Image Quality/Size

    Selecting the Image Quality/Size Digital Camera Functions You can select the image quality of still images, and the image size of still images and movies. Still images are compressed and recorded in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group). Movies are recorded in Motion JPEG.

  • Page 81: Selecting The Still Image Size And Quality

    3. Select the still image size/quality symbol. 4. Select the still image size. The number at the lower right corner indicates the number of still images available on the memory card (the same as the number displayed at the upper right corner).

  • Page 82: Simultaneous Recording On Tape And Memory Card

    Simultaneous Recording on Tape and Memory Card When you are recording a movie on a tape, you can record the same picture as a still image on the memory card. The size of the still image will be 640 x 480. The image quality can be selected.

  • Page 83: Using The Flash

    Do not fire the flash at persons while they are driving. Do not fire the flash with the flash bulb covered with your hand. The practical range of the flash is approx. 1 to 2 m (3.3 to 6.6 ft.). The range depends upon the recording condition.
  • Page 84 AF-assist lamp responding to the brightness of the subject to enable the camcorder to focus more accurately. - The camcorder may not be able to focus even though the AF-assist lamp is lighting. - The AF-assist lamp lights up brightly. Consider turning off the AF-assist lamp...

  • Page 85: Selecting The Light Metering Mode

    Selecting the Light Metering Mode You can select the method the camera uses to evaluate the brightness of your subject. Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including EVALUATIVE backlit scenes. The camcorder divides images into several zones for light metering. It evaluates complex...

  • Page 86: Changing The Focusing Mode

    AUTO mode.) • With [Center point] a frame displays in the center of the screen. • With [9 AF frames selection]: 9 frames display on the screen. Turn the SET dial to select the AF frame from the 9 frames.

  • Page 87: Selecting The Drive Mode

    5. Continuous Shooting/High-Speed Continuous Shooting: Press and hold the PHOTO button fully. A series of still images will be recorded as long as you hold the PHOTO button. Auto Exposure Bracketing: Press the PHOTO button fully. Three still images in different exposures are recorded to the memory card.
  • Page 88 The drive mode can also be selected from the FUNC. menu ( 51). When the FUNC. menu is being displayed, the DRIVE MODE button cannot be used. Maximum number of continuous shots at one time: Frames per Second Maximum Number...

  • Page 89: Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode)

    • Minor discrepancies in the overlapped area can be corrected with the software. • You can retake an image by pressing the CARD +/– button to return to the previous image. • A maximum of 26 images can be recorded.
  • Page 90 9. Press the FUNC. button after the last image. • The Stitch Assist screen will disappear. The DRIVE MODE button can also be used to close the Stitch Assist screen. • For details on how to merge these images, refer to the Digital Video Software Instruction Manual.

  • Page 91: Playing Back/Searching Images

    • Move the “ ” to the image you wish to view. • You can switch between the index pages by pressing the CARD + or CARD – button. 4. Move the zoom lever toward T. The index screen is cancelled and the selected image is displayed.
  • Page 92 Card Jump Function You 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. 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY(VCR)•...

  • Page 93: Protecting Images

    If a memory card is formatted, all still images and movies, even protected ones, will be erased permanently. Movies can only be protected when the first scene is displayed as a still image. Protecting during Single Image Playback PROTECT 1.

  • Page 94: Erasing Images

    You can erase images singly or all at once. Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. Protected images cannot be erased. Movies can only be erased when the first scene is displayed as a still image. Erasing a Single Image IMAGE ERASE 1.

  • Page 95: Formatting A Memory Card

    Formatting a Memory Card Format new memory cards, or when you get the message “CARD ERROR”. You can also format a memory card to erase all data recorded on it. Formatting a memory card erases all data, including protected images.

  • Page 96: Recording To A Vcr Or Digital Video Device

    Editing Device You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. If you use the DV terminal to connect to a recording digital device (camcorder, DVD recorder, etc.) you can create perfect digital copies with virtually no generation loss in image or sound quality.

  • Page 97: Analog Line-In Recording

    You can input video from other analog devices (VCR, TV or camcorder) via the S-video terminal or AV terminal, and record the input video on the tape in the camcorder. You can also record the input video as a movie or still image on a memory card.
  • Page 98 Recording the Input Video on a Memory Card The size of the still image recorded on the memory card will be 640 x 480. The still image quality and the movie size can be selected. 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY(VCR)•...

  • Page 99: Dv Dubbing

    You can input video from other digital video devices via the DV terminal, and record the input video on the tape in the camcorder. You can also record the input video as a movie or still image on a memory card.
  • Page 100 Recording the Input Video on a Memory Card The size of the still image recorded on the memory card will be 640 x 480. The still image quality and the movie size can be selected. 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY(VCR)•...
  • Page 101 Copyright Signals During playback: If you try to play back a tape that contains copyright control signals for protection of software, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED” appears for a few seconds and the camcorder displays a blank blue screen. You cannot playback the contents of the tape.

  • Page 102: Converting Analog Signals Into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter)

    Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) 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.
  • Page 103 DV terminal. We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power source. Connecting the camcorder to the computer you can also use the analog-digital conversion to transfer analog recordings to your computer as digital signals.

  • Page 104: Audio Dubbing

    Audio Dubbing You can add sound from audio devices (AUDIO IN) or with the built-in or an external microphone (MIC. IN). This function is operated with the wireless controller. Connecting Connecting an Audio Device Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device.

  • Page 105: Playing Back The Added Sound

    When you use a microphone, you can check the sound with headphones connected to the camcorder. Set the zero set memory at the end of the scene you wish to dub audio. The camcorder will automatically stop audio dubbing at that point.

  • Page 106: Recording From The Tape On A Memory Card

    An image recorded from an image in widescreen mode will be vertically compressed. Recording a Still Image from the Tape The size of the still image recorded on the memory card will be 640 x 480. The still image quality can be selected. FINE/640x480 1.
  • Page 107 An image recorded from an image in widescreen mode will be vertically compressed. The data code of the still image will reflect the date and time it has been recorded on the memory card.

  • Page 108: Printing Still Images

    Printing Still Images Printing You can print still images by connecting the camcorder to a printer with direct print function. You can also use the print order settings for direct printing ( 117). Following printers can be connected to your camcorder:...

  • Page 109: Printing With The (Print/Share) Button

    3. Turn the SET dial to select [PRINT] and press the SET dial. • Printing starts. The print setting menu disappears when printing is complete. • If you wish to continue printing, select another still image with the CARD +/– button.
  • Page 110 - If the error still persists and printing does not restart, follow below procedure: 1. Disconnect the cable. 2. Turn the POWER switch of the camcorder to OFF and back to PLAY (VCR). 3. Reconnect the cable. When you have finished printing: 1.

  • Page 111: Selecting The Print Settings

    When selecting [2-UP], [4-UP], [9-UP] or [16-UP] for [PAGE LAYOUT], set the [PAPER SIZE] to [10 x 14.8 cm]. You can print on a photo sticker sheet with a Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS printer. When selecting [8-UP], set the [PAPER SIZE] to [CREDITCARD]. You can print...

  • Page 112: Paper Settings

    Paper Settings 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select [PAPER] and press the SET dial. 2. Turn the SET dial to select the paper size and press the SET dial. Select the paper size of the paper set in your printer.

  • Page 113: Setting The Print Effect (Image Optimize)

    Prints with a border. * Recommended paper size For still images in L size (2304x1736) the recommended paper size is up to A4. [BORDERED]: The image area remains relatively unchanged from the recorded image when it is printed. [BORDERLESS]: The center portion of the recorded image is printed at an enlarged size.
  • Page 114 [BORDERED]: The image area remains relatively unchanged from the recorded image when it is printed. [BORDERLESS]/[MULTIPLE]: The center portion of the recorded image is printed at an enlarged size. The image’s top, bottom and sides may be cropped slightly. [MULTIPLE] can only be selected when printing on card size paper.
  • Page 115 2. Turn the SET Dial to select (DATE) and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select a date option and press the SET dial. Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu.

  • Page 116: Trimming Settings

    • To cancel the trimming settings, move the zoom lever toward W until the trimming frame disappears. 3. Move the trimming frame. • Turn the SET dial to move the frame. Press the SET dial to switch between the directions (up/down or right/left) and the orientation of the frame (vertical/horizontal).

  • Page 117: Printing With Print Order Settings

    Printing with Print Order Settings You 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 ( 108).

  • Page 118: Erasing All Print Orders

    Restarting Printing Press the MENU button and select [ PRINT]. Select [RESUME] or [CONTINUE] in the print setting menu and press the SET dial. The remaining images will be printed. Printing cannot be restarted in the following cases: - When you change the print order settings.

  • Page 119: Transferring Video Recordings To A Computer

    Windows ME; iMovie with Mac OS 9 and later). Preparations 1. Start your computer. If you wish to connect the camcorder using the USB cable, you need to install the Canon USB Video Driver. For details, refer to the Digital Video Software Instruction Manual.

  • Page 120: Connection Diagram

    Connection Diagram Check the type and orientation of the DV or USB terminal and make sure you connect the DV cable or USB cable properly. Using a USB cable USB terminal IFC-300PCU USB Cable (supplied) Using an IEEE1394 (DV) cable...

  • Page 121: Transferring Memory Card Images To A Computer (Direct Transfer)

    (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. From the second time on, you only need to connect the camcorder to the computer to transfer images.
  • Page 122 The camcorder displays the transfer menu when transfer is complete. To cancel transfer, turn the SET dial to select [CANCEL] and press the SET dial, or press the MENU button. 3. Select the image you wish to transfer with the CARD+/– button.
  • Page 123 When the camcorder is connected to the computer and screen to select images displays, press the MENU button. The transfer menu will display. When the protect switch of the SD Memory Card is activated during image transfer, the images will not be marked as “already transferred”, and will be transferred again when you select [ NEW IMAGES] later.

  • Page 124: Selecting Images For Transfer (Transfer Order)

    Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. A maximum of 998 images can be selected. Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the transfer orders. TRANSFER ORDER 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY(VCR)•...

  • Page 125: Using The Network Mode (Dv Messenger Version 2)

    Preparation for Using DV Messenger 1. Start the computer and install DV Messenger. If you wish to connect the camcorder using a USB cable, you also need to install the Canon USB Video Driver (The required USB Video Driver will be downloaded together with the DV Messenger).

  • Page 126: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Trouble? If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. Power Source Problem Solution Camcorder will not turn on. Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.
  • Page 127 Problem Solution – “ ” flashes red on the screen. The camcorder malfunctions. Consult a Canon Service Center. “REMOVE THE CASSETTE” Unload and reload the cassette. appears on the screen. “SET THE TIME ZONE, Set the time zone, date and time.
  • Page 128 Memory Card Operation Problem Solution Memory card cannot be Memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the inserted. memory card over and reinsert it. Memory card cannot be Insert a memory card. recorded. Memory card is full. Replace the memory card or erase images.
  • Page 129 When a cold room is heated rapidly room How to avoid condensation: Unload the cassette, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag. When condensation is detected: The camcorder stops operating and the warning message “CONDENSATION HAS...

  • Page 130: List Of Messages

    SET THE TIME ZONE, You have not set the time zone, date and time. This message DATE AND TIME appears each time you turn the power on until you set the time zone, date and time. CHANGE THE BATTERY Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.
  • Page 131 - When the error indicator on the printer flashes. - Printers equipped with an operation panel and printers that can be connected to a TV: When an error number or error message is displayed on the panel or TV monitor.
  • Page 132 COULD NOT PRINT X You attempted to use the print order settings to print X images that were IMAGES recorded with another camcorder, with a different compression or were edited on a computer.

  • Page 133: Handling Precautions

    30 °C (86 °F). If you do not use the battery pack for long periods, charge and discharge it fully at least once a year. If you have more than 1 battery pack, perform these precautions at the same time for all battery packs.
  • Page 134 Although the battery pack’s operating temperature range is from 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), the optimal range is from 10 °C to 30 °C (56 °F to 86 °F). At cold temperatures, performance will temporarily decline. Warm it in your pocket before use.

  • Page 135: Memory Card

    Duracell2025. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion. • The used battery should be returned to the supplier for safe disporsal. Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools as this will cause a short circuit.
  • Page 136 Do not remove the cover for any other purpose than removing the battery for recycling when disposing the camcorder. When you have removed the battery, keep it out of reach of children. If it is swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately. The battery case may break and the battery fluids may damage the stomach and intestines.

  • Page 137: Cleaning The Video Heads

    When the message “HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears, or when the playback picture becomes distorted, the video heads need to be cleaned. To maintain the best picture quality, we recommend cleaning the video heads frequently with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette.

  • Page 138: Maintenance/Others

    Maintenance/Others Storage If you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time, store it in a place free of dust, in low humidity, and at temperatures not higher than 30 °C (86 °F). After storage, check the functions of your camcorder to make sure that the camcorder is still working properly.

  • Page 139: System Diagram

    Digital Device IFC-300PCU Stereo Microphone USB Cable (commercially available) PC Card Adapter USB Reader/Writer SDC-128M SD Memory Card BP-900 Series VL-10Li Battery Pack Battery Computer Video Light SC-2000 Soft Canon printers with direct print function / Carrying Case PictBridge-compliant printers...

  • Page 140: Optional Accessories

    • The image stabilizer is not as effective when the Tele-converter is attached. • The minimum focusing distance with the TL-H34 is 2.5 m (8.2 ft.); 2.5 cm (0.98 in.) at maximum wide angle. • When the Tele-converter is attached, a shadow may appear in the picture when you record with flash or assist lamp.

  • Page 141: Shoulder Strap

    • Approximate usage time: BP-915: 60 min., BP-930: 120 min., BP-945: 170 min. • BP-900 series battery packs are charged with the CA-920 Compact Power Adapter or CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder. WS-20 Wrist Strap Use this for extra additional protection for active shooting.
  • Page 142 SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.

  • Page 143: Specifications

    Memory Card Recording Media SD Memory Card* * This camcorder has been tested with SD Memory Cards up to 2GB. Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards. Number of Recording Pixels Still image: 2304 x 1736, 1632 x 1224, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 pixels Movie: 320 x 240, 160 x 120 pixels, 12.5 frames/sec.
  • Page 144 Operating temperature 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Dimensions (W × H × D) 51 x 101 x 102 mm (2.0 x 4.0 x 4.0 in.) excluding protrusions Weight (camcorder body only) 410 g (14.5 oz.) CA-570 Compact Power Adapter Power supply 100 –...
  • Page 145 Aperture value ....45 Flash ......83 Audio dubbing .
  • Page 146 P (recording program) ... . . 43 Tripod ......32 Panoramic images .
  • Page 147 19/F., The Metropolis Tower, 10 Metropolis Drive, Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong Canon Latin America, Inc. Sales & Enquiries: 703 Waterford Way Suite 400 Miami, FL 33126 USA The information on this manual is verified as of June 1st, 2005. Printed on 100% reused paper.

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