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Canon MD130 Instruction Manual

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Please read also the following instruction manual
(electronic version on PDF file).
• Digital Video Software
Digital Video Camcorder

Instruction Manual

Digital Video Software
Instruction Manual
PUB.DIE-273
English
Introduction
Prerparations
Basic
Functions
Advanced
Functions
Editing
Functions
External
Connections
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Version 23
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Mini Digital Video Cassette Please read also the following instruction manual (electronic version on PDF file). • Digital Video Software Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual Digital Video Software Version 23 Instruction Manual PUB.DIE-273 English Introduction Prerparations Basic Functions Advanced Functions...

  • Page 2: Cleaning The Video Heads

    • The message “HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears. If such symptoms appear, clean the video heads with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette* or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette. If the symptoms reappear shortly after the cleaning, the videocassette may be defective.

  • Page 3: Important Usage Instructions

    For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products, please visit www.canon-europe.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction About this Manual ... 7 Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories... 9 Components Guide ... 10 Screen Displays ... 13 Preparations Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack ... 17 Installing the Backup Battery ... 19 Inserting and Removing a Tape ...
  • Page 5 System Setup (Beep, etc.) ...41 Date/Time Setup ...42 Recording Programs Using the Recording Programs ...43 : Changing the Shutter Speed and Special Scene Programs...44 Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color Manual Exposure Adjustment...45 Manual Focus Adjustment ...46 White Balance ...47 Image Effects...48 Audio Recording and Playback Audio Recording Mode ...48...
  • Page 6 Additional Information Trouble? Troubleshooting ... 76 List of Messages ... 79 Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions... 82 Maintenance/Others... 85 Using the Camcorder Abroad ... 86 General Information System Diagram ... 87 Optional Accessories ... 88 Specifications ... 90 Index ... 92...

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon MD160/MD150/MD140/MD130. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting table 76). Conventions Used in the Manual IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.
  • Page 8 Recording movies: Playing back movies: FOCUS About the Operating Modes The camcorder’s operating mode is determined by the positions of the switch. In the manual, mode shown and indicates that the function is not available. When no operating mode icons are given, the function is available in all operating modes.

  • Page 9: Getting To Know The Camcorder

    Supplied Accessories Getting to Know the Camcorder CA-590E Compact BP-2L5 Battery Pack Power Adapter (incl. power cord) WL-D85 Wireless Lithium Button Battery Controller CR2025 for Wireless Controller * Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file.

  • Page 10: Components Guide

    Getting to Know the Camcorder Components Guide Left side view Right Side View Front view Lens cover switch ( 26, 27) open, closed) CARD access indicator ( CHARGE indicator ( Speaker Memory card slot ( AV terminal ( USB terminal (...
  • Page 11 Back view Top view Bottom view Getting to Know the Camcorder Viewfinder ( Dioptric adjustment lever ( BATT. (battery release) switch ( LCD screen ( Backup battery compartment ( Start/stop button ( 26, 28) Serial number, Battery attachment unit DC IN terminal ( D.EFFECTS button (...

  • Page 12: Wireless Controller Wl-D85

    Getting to Know the Camcorder Wireless Controller WL-D85 START/ STOP PHOTO ZOOM CARD DATE SEARCH PLAY STOP PAUSE SLOW ZERO SET AUDIO DUB. TV SCREEN MEMORY WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL - D85 START/STOP button ( CARD –/+ buttons ( DATE SEARCH...

  • Page 13: Screen Displays

    Screen Displays Recording Movies Playing Movies Getting to Know the Camcorder Zoom ( 29), Exposure Recording program ( White balance ( Image effect ( LED light ( Digital effects ( Condensation warning ( Still image quality/size (simultaneous recording) ( Shutter speed (...
  • Page 14 “ ”. • Depending on the conditions under which the camcorder and the battery pack are used, the actual battery charge may not be indicated accurately. Backup battery warning flashes in red when the lithium button battery is not installed, or when it needs to be replaced.
  • Page 15 Recording Still Images Viewing Still Images Getting to Know the Camcorder Zoom ( 29), Exposure Recording program ( White balance ( Image effect ( LED light ( Digital effects ( Movie clip size (movie recorded on the memory card) (...
  • Page 16 Card Access Display “ ” is displayed next to the number of images available while the camcorder is writing on the memory card. Movie recording time on the memory card Indicates the remaining time in hours : 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 17: Getting Started

    Preparations Getting Started Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. Charge the battery pack before use. Remove the battery terminal cover before attaching the battery BATT.
  • Page 18 10 °C and 30 °C. Outside the temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C, the charging will not start. Do not connect to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is not expressly recommended for use with this camcorder.

  • Page 19: Installing The Backup Battery

    Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery (lithium button battery CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain the date, time ( ) 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.

  • Page 20: Inserting And Removing A Memory Card

    Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover. NOTES If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be inserted/removed even if the switch is set to Inserting and Removing a Memory Card...

  • Page 21: The Wireless Controller

    Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up. Insert the battery holder. Using the Wireless Controller Point the controller at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons. NOTES The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight.

  • Page 22: Using The Menus

    Using the [BRIGHT] setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack. Using the Menus Using the Menus Many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menus that open after pressing the FUNC. button ( For details about the available menu...

  • Page 23: Selecting An Option From The Setup Menus

    Press to save the settings FUNC. and close the menu. • You can press to close the FUNC. menu at any time. • With some settings you will need to press ) and make further selections. Follow the additional operation guides that will appear on the screen (such as the joystick icon , small arrows, etc.).

  • Page 24: First Time Settings

    The displays in some print-related screens refer to the name of buttons on the camcorder and will not change, regardless of the language selected. Changing the Time Zone DATE/TIME SETUP T.ZONE/DST PARIS...

  • Page 25: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time DATE/TIME SETUP DATE/TIME 1.JAN.2007 12:00 AM FUNC. Press FUNC. Select ( ) the icon and press ) to open the setup menus. Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP] and press ( Select ( ) [DATE/TIME] and press Blinking arrows will be displayed around the first field of the date.

  • Page 26: Recording

    ( Push the joystick ( towards and release it. • The camcorder will play back a few seconds of the last recording made and return to record pause mode. • You can also hold the joystick pressed (...

  • Page 27: Recording Still Images On The Memory Card

    This is not a malfunction. About the Power Save mode: To save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, the camcorder will automatically shut off if left without any operations for 5 minutes 41).

  • Page 28: Recording Movie Clips On The Memory Card

    Do not insert/remove a tape while recording movie clips on the memory card. NOTES We recommend using a Canon SD Memory Card, or an SD Memory Card with a transfer rate of more than 2 MB/sec., after having initialized it with this camcorder. With memory...

  • Page 29: Zooming

    T and W buttons on the wireless controller. The zoom speed with the wireless controller will be the same as with the camcorder (when one of the fixed zoom speed levels is selected) or fixed at [SPEED 3] (when [VARIABLE] is selected).

  • Page 30: Playback

    To restore the power, turn the camcorder off and then on again. - The camcorder will shut off if left in the Quick- Start ready mode for 30 minutes, regardless of the [POWER SAVE] setting ( the power, turn the camcorder off and then on again.

  • Page 31: Returning To A Pre-Marked Position

    (blocky video artifacts, banding, etc.) in the playback picture. To protect the tape and video heads, the camcorder will enter the stop mode ( playback pause ( ) the seconds. To resume the playback push the...

  • Page 32: Locating The End Of The Last Scene

    END SEARCH] and press ( Select ( ) [EXECUTE] and press • “END SEARCH” appears. • The camcorder rewinds/fast forwards the tape, plays back the last few seconds of the recording and stops the tape. • To cancel the search push the...

  • Page 33: Playing Back Still Images And Movie Clips From A Memory Card

    - Do not change the position of the switch or the operating mode. The following may not be displayed correctly. - Images not recorded with this camcorder. - Images edited on or uploaded from a computer (except for the sample images for the...

  • Page 34: Magnifying The Playback Image

    Playback Slideshow SLIDESHOW FUNC. Press FUNC. Select ( SLIDESHOW] and press ( • The still images and movie clips on the memory card are played back in sequence. • Press ( ) to stop the slideshow. Index Screen Move the zoom lever toward W. The index screen appears.

  • Page 35: Menu Options Lists

    Advanced Functions Menu Options Lists Menu Options Lists Menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus ( FUNC. Menu Recording programs Mode switch: [ PROGRAM AE],[ PORTRAIT], SPORTS], [ NIGHT], [ BEACH], [ SUNSET],...
  • Page 36 Menu Options Lists Still image size/quality Size: 1152x864], 1024x768], 640x480] Quality: SUPER FINE], [ FINE], NORMAL] Still image capturing S S.FINE/640x480], S FINE/640x480], S NORMAL/640x480] SPEAKER VOLUME Adjust ( ) the volume with the joystick. REC PAUSE Press ( ) to enter the record pause mode.

  • Page 37: Setup Menus

    If a trailing afterimage appears, set the slow shutter to [ OFF]. (camcorder shake warning) appears, we recommend stabilizing the camcorder, for example, by mounting it on a tripod. D.ZOOM OFF], [ 105X], [ Determines the operation of the digital zoom.

  • Page 38: Vcr Setup (Recording Mode, Tv Type, Etc.)

    OFF] when using a tripod. WIDESCREEN ON], [ OFF] The camcorder uses the full width of the CCD providing high-resolution 16:9 recording. Since the displays on the camcorder have an aspect ratio of 16:9, recordings with a 4:3 aspect ratio will appear in the center of the screen with black sidebars.

  • Page 39: Audio Setup (Audio Mode, Wind Screen, Etc.)

    When [12bit AUDIO] is set to [ VAR.], adjust ( with the joystick. The camcorder will retain the audio balance adjustment, however if you turn off the camcorder, [12bit AUDIO] will be reset to [ STEREO1]. AUDIO MODE 16bit], [ Card Operations (Initialization, Erase All Images, etc.)

  • Page 40: Display Setup (Lcd Brightness, Language, Etc.)

    BACKLIGHT NORMAL]*, [ BRIGHT] * The default setting is [ when you power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. TV SCREEN ON], [ ON], [ When set to [ on-screen displays will appear also on the screen of a connected TV or monitor.

  • Page 41: System Setup (Beep, Etc.)

    System Setup (Beep, etc.) SYSTEM SETUP WL.REMOTE ON], [ Allows the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller. BEEP HIGH VOLUME], LOW VOLUME], [ A beep will accompany some operations like turning on the camcorder, the self- timer countdown, etc.

  • Page 42: Date/Time Setup

    We recommend using the CONTINUOUS] setting. FIRMWARE You can verify the current version of the camcorder’s firmware. This menu option is usually grayed out. Date/Time Setup DATE/TIME SETUP T.ZONE/DST DATE/TIME DATE FORMAT [Y.M.D (2007.1.1 AM 12:00)],...

  • Page 43: Recording Programs

    Using the Recording Programs Recording Programs The camcorder adjusts the focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. : Recording Programs ( PROGRAM AE] The camcorder sets the aperture and shutter speed. PORTRAIT] The camcorder uses a...

  • Page 44: Changing The Shutter Speed And Special Scene Programs

    Recording Programs : Changing the Shutter Speed and Special Scene Programs Use the automatic exposure (AE) program to set the shutter speed or select one of the special scene recording programs. POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch: FUNC. Icon of the currently selected FUNC.

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Picture: Exposure, Focus And Color

    - The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the image on the screen. FIREWORKS] - To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod. Make sure to use a tripod especially in , as the shutter speed slows down.

  • Page 46: Manual Focus Adjustment

    Push the joystick ( [BACK] to save the focus adjustment. NOTES The camcorder will automatically return to autofocus when you set the mode switch to Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks.

  • Page 47: White Balance

    ( When the adjustment is completed, stops flashing and stays on. The camcorder retains the custom setting even if you turn off the camcorder. Press FUNC. close the menu. NOTES...

  • Page 48: Image Effects

    AUDIO SETUP AUDIO MODE Desired option FUNC. BOUT THE WIND SCREEN The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind, but you can turn the wind screen off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible ( 39).

  • Page 49: Audio Playback Modes

    Audio Playback Modes Selecting the Audio Channel You can select the audio channel to play back when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels (either stereo sound or bilingual audio signals). POINTS TO CHECK Options L/R] Left and Right channels (stereo) / Main + Sub signals (bilingual).

  • Page 50: Recording Options Using The Memory Card

    Recording Options using the Memory Card Recording Options using the Recording Options using the Memory Card Memory Card Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images Still images are recorded on the memory card using the JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) compression. As a general rule select a larger image size for higher quality.

  • Page 51: Selecting The Size Of Movie Clips On The Memory Card

    Selecting the Size of Movie Clips on the Memory Card Movies are recorded on the memory card using the Motion-JPEG compression. The sound for these movie clips is monaural. Options Approximate recording time available on different sizes of memory cards. 320x240] File Size per Second: Approx.

  • Page 52: Capturing A Still Image Or Movie Clip From The Playback Picture

    Automatic Focus Priority When the focus priority is activated, the camcorder records a still image only after the focus has been adjusted automatically. When the mode switch is set to , you can also select the AF (autofocus) frame.

  • Page 53: Other Functions

    OFF]. Other Functions Other Functions Other Functions Data Code The camcorder keeps a data code containing the date and time of recording. You can select the data to be displayed. Options OFF] No data code display.

  • Page 54: Led Light

    10-second countdown*. The countdown appears on the screen. Press to record the still image. PHOTO The camcorder will record the still image after a 10-second countdown*. The countdown appears on the screen. using the wireless controller. NOTES Once the countdown has begun, you can also...
  • Page 55 EFFECT] Effects Add flavor to your recordings. Sound will be recorded normally. You can preview the effect on the display. [BLK&WHT] [SEPIA] (black and white) [ART] [MOSAIC] [BALL] [CUBE] [WAVE] [COLOR M.] (color mask) [MIRROR] CARD MIX] Card Mix ( Combines a still image from the memory card with your recording.
  • Page 56 When you are not using the digital effect, select [ D.EFFECT OFF]. The camcorder retains the setting last used even if you turn off the digital effects or change the recording program. The digital effects are not available when [TV TYPE] is set to [NORMAL TV] and the stereo video cable is connected to the AV terminal.
  • Page 57 Applying Press D.EFFECTS • changes to green and the combined image appears. • Still images cannot be recorded on the memory card while the Card Mix function is activated. Other Functions...

  • Page 58: Still Image Options

    Still Image Options Editing Functions Still Image Options Still Image Options Erasing Still Images IMPORTANT Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. NOTES Protected images cannot be erased. Movie clips on the memory card can only be erased when the first scene is displayed as a still image (not during playback).

  • Page 59: Protecting Still Images

    Protecting Still Images You can protect still images from accidental erasure. IMPORTANT Initializing the memory card ( permanently erase all recorded still images, even the protected ones. NOTES Movie clips on the memory card can only be protected when the first scene is displayed as a still image (not during playback).

  • Page 60: Initializing The Memory Card

    Repeat this step to protect additional images. appears on protected images. Press ) again to cancel the protection. **After closing the menu the camcorder returns to the index screen. Initializing the Memory Card Initialize new memory cards when you use them for the first time.

  • Page 61: Connecting To A Tv Or Vcr

    Turn off all the devices when making the connections and refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. Open the terminal cover to access. Terminal on the Camcorder Output connection (Signal Flow Input connection (Audio only, Signal flow dubbing.
  • Page 62 DV (IEEE1394) output. * Be careful to correctly insert the 6-pin plug into the DV terminal. Inserting it in the wrong direction can result in damage to the camcorder. Output connection (Signal Flow Input connection (Audio only, Signal flow dubbing.

  • Page 63: Playback On A Tv Screen

    Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. When recording to a digital video recorder using the DV terminal, you can copy recordings with...

  • Page 64: Digital Video Dubbing

    61)–: - If the picture does not appear, disconnect the DV cable and restore the connection after a short while or turn the camcorder off and then on again. - Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all digital devices equipped with a DV terminal. If the operation does not work, use the AV terminal.

  • Page 65: Audio Dubbing

    “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. During recording: If you try to record from...
  • Page 66 TV. While dubbing audio using an external audio device: You can check the picture on the camcorder's LCD screen and the sound through the built-in speaker or the audio device. ELECT THE...

  • Page 67: Connecting To A Computer

    Output connection (Signal Flow DV capture board. * Be careful to correctly insert the 6-pin plug into the DV terminal. Inserting it in the wrong direction can result in damage to the camcorder. Output connection (Signal Flow USB port. Connecting to a Computer DV Terminal •...

  • Page 68: Transferring Video Recordings

    If the computer freezes while the camcorder is connected to it, disconnect the DV cable and turn off the camcorder and the computer. After a short while, turn them on again, set the camcorder to mode and restore the connection.
  • Page 69 - Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card. - Do not disconnect the USB cable. - Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer. - Do not change the position of the switch or the operating mode.

  • Page 70: Transfer Orders

    In the confirmation screen, select ) [OK] and press ( • The images are transferred and displayed on the computer. • The camcorder returns to the transfer menu once the transfer is complete. • To cancel the transfer, select ( [CANCEL] and press ( FUNC.

  • Page 71: Connecting To A Printer

    74). Canon printers: SELPHY CP and SELPHY DS printers and PIXMA printers marked with the PictBridge logo. Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer Insert the memory card containing the still images you want to print.

  • Page 72: Selecting The Print Settings

    The print effect can be used with printers compatible with the Image Optimize function to achieve higher quality prints. Select [ON], [OFF] or [DEFAULT]. Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS printers: You can also select [VIVID], [NR] and [VIVID+NR]. Number of Copies] Select 1-99 copies.
  • Page 73 O CANCEL THE PRINTING Press ( ) while printing. A confirmation dialog appears. Select [OK] and press ( Canon’s PictBridge compatible printers, the printing will stop immediately (even if not completed) and the paper will be fed through. RINTING ERRORS...

  • Page 74: Print Orders

    To cancel the print order set ( to 0. **After closing the menu the camcorder returns to the index screen. Erasing All Print Orders FUNC. MENU FUNC.
  • Page 75 Printing PRINT FUNC. Connect the camcorder to the printer using the USB connection – connection type in the previous section PC Connection Diagrams. Press , select ( FUNC. MENU] and press ( Select ( PRINT] and press ( • The print setting menu appears.

  • Page 76: Additional Information Trouble

    Trouble? Additional Information 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 • Camcorder will not turn on. • The camcorder switches off by itself.
  • Page 77 Problem Video noise appears on screen. When using the camcorder in a room where a plasma TV is Video noise appears on the TV screen. The tape stops during record pause or playback pause. Recording Problem Image will not appear on the screen.
  • Page 78 Open the LCD panel. Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume with the [SPEAKER VOLUME] setting. Check again that the camcorder is properly connected to the TV. TV/VIDEO selector on the TV is not set to VIDEO. Set the selector to VIDEO.

  • Page 79: List Of Messages

    Cassette is protected. Replace the cassette or change the position ERASURE PREVENTION of the protect switch. REMOVE THE CASSETTE Camcorder stopped operating to protect the tape. Remove the cassette and reinsert it. The DV cable is not correctly connected to the DV terminal, or the CHECK THE INPUT connected digital device is turned off.
  • Page 80 Direct Print Related Messages NOTES About Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS Printers: If the printer’s error indicator flashes or an error message appears on the printer’s operation panel, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. Message PAPER ERROR There is a problem with the paper.
  • Page 81 The ink cartridge needs to be replaced soon. Select [CONTINUE] to restart printing. INK ABSORBER FULL Select [CONTINUE] to resume printing. Contact a Canon Service Center (refer to the list included with the printer) to replace the ink absorber. • FILE ERROR You attempted to print an image that was recorded with another •...

  • Page 82: Do's And Don'ts

    Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions Do’s and Don’ts Camcorder Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel. Be careful when closing the LCD panel. Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures (like the inside of a car under direct sunlight), or high humidity.
  • Page 83 Image data may be corrupted or lost due to memory card defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon Inc. makes no warranties for corrupted or lost data. Do not turn off the camcorder, disconnect the power source or remove the memory card while the CARD access indicator is flashing.
  • Page 84 Do’s and Don’ts the slot if it is not correctly oriented may damage the memory card or the camcorder. Do not attach any labels or stickers on the memory card. When you erase image files or initialize the memory card, only the file allocation table is altered and the data itself is not actually deleted.

  • Page 85: Maintenance/Others

    Wipe it with a soft dry cloth. 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. Do’s and Don’ts...

  • Page 86: Using The Camcorder Abroad

    100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult the Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Playback on a TV Screen You can only play back your recordings starts flashing.

  • Page 87: General Information

    System Diagram General Information (Availability differs from area to area) WS-20 Wrist Strap SS-900 Shoulder Strap MiniDV Video Cassette WL-D85 Wireless Controller * The BP-2L5 is not available as a separate optional accessory. CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger STV-250N Stereo Video Cable CV-150F/CV-250F DV Cable SD/SDHC...

  • Page 88: Optional Accessories

    This product is designed to achieve excellent performance 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 of a battery pack).
  • Page 89 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. General Information...

  • Page 90: Specifications

    General Information Specifications MD160/MD150/MD140/MD130 System Video Recording System Audio Recording System Television System Image Sensor Compatible Tapes Tape Speed Maximum Recording Time (60 min. tape) LCD Screen Viewfinder Microphone Lens Lens Configuration AF system Minimum Focusing Distance White Balance Minimum Illumination...
  • Page 91 File Format Image Compression Method * This camcorder has been tested with SD memory cards up to 2 GB. Performance cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards. ** This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between camcorders and printers.

  • Page 92: Index

    6-second auto date ....41 9 Point AiAF (Autofocus) ... . 52 Abroad, using the camcorder ..86 AF assist lamp .
  • Page 93 P (recording program) ... . . 44 Playback - Movie clips ... . . 33 Playback - Movies ....30 Playback - Still images .
  • Page 94 P.O. Box 2262, 1180 EG Amstelveen, the Netherlands Canon UK Ltd. CCI Service Centre, Unit 130 Centennial Park, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3SE, England Telephone 0870-241-2161 Canon Australia Pty. Ltd. Info-Line: 131383 www.canon.com.au Canon New Zealand Ltd. Customer Care: (09) 489 0470 www.canon.co.nz...

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