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Canon MV20i Instruction Manual (117 pages)

Digital Video Camcorder

Brand: Canon | Category: Camcorder | Size: 4.42 MB

Important Usage Instructions
2
Changing the Fuse
2
Changing the Plug
2
Contents
3
Getting Started
4
Introduction
5
Digital Video
5
Progressive Scan CCD
5
Dubbing
5
Powering Your Camcorder
6
Connecting the Camera to a Mains Outlet
6
Charging and Attaching the Battery Packs
7
Compact Power Adapter
8
Loading a Cassette
9
Loading and Unloading
9
Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure
10
Handling Cassettes
10
Basic Recording
11
Before You Start Recording
11
To Record
11
When You Have Finished Recording
12
Changing the Recording Mode
13
About the Power Switch Lock Lever
13
Confirmation/Warning Beeps
14
Demonstration Mode
14
Zooming
15
12X Optical Zoom
15
48X Digital Zoom
15
Using the LCD Screen
16
Open the LCD Screen
16
Changing the Angle of the LCD Screen
16
Adjusting the LCD Screen
17
Allowing the Subject to Monitor Recording
18
Indicators When Mirror Is Selected
19
Built-In Speaker
19
Playing Back a Cassette
20
Other Playback Modes
21
Playback Pause
21
Fast Forward Playback
21
Rewind Playback
21
Special Playback
22
Frame Advance
22
Frame Reverse
22
Slow Forward Playback
22
Connections for Playback on a TV Screen
23
Tips for Making Better Videos
26
Holding the Camera
26
Using a Tripod
26
Composition
26
Picture Angle
27
Camera Moves
27
Turning the Optical Image Stabilizer off
28
Selecting from the Menus
29
Camera Menu
29
Play Menu
30
Dubbing Menu
30
Set up Menu
30
Using the Wireless Controller/Tally Lamp
32
Inserting Batteries
32
Setting the Remote Sensor Mode
33
Turning off the Tally Lamp
34
Setting the Date and Time
35
Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time
35
Setting the Clock
37
Setting the Display Style
37
Date and Time Display
38
Six-Second Auto Date
38
Taking Still Pictures
39
Recording in Progressive Scan Mode
41
Searching and Reviewing While Recording
42
Record Search
42
Record Review
42
Using the Various Recording Programs
43
Setting the Program AE Mode
43
Easy Recording
44
Auto
44
Sports
44
Portrait
45
Spot Light
45
Sand & Snow
45
Low Light
45
Using Digital Effects
46
Faders
46
Fade Trigger
46
Wipe
46
Art
47
Black and White
47
Sepia
47
Mosaic
47
Multi-Image Screen
48
Operating Faders and Effects
48
Reactivating Faders
49
Operating the Multi-Image Screen
50
Adding Digital Effects During Playback
51
16:9
52
Audio Recording
53
Selecting the Audio Mode
53
External Microphone and Headphones
53
Attaching the Optional Docking Unit
53
Wind Screen
54
Setting the Self-Timer
55
Adjusting Exposure Manually
56
Exposure Lock
56
Exposure Adjustment
56
Shutter Speed
57
Concerning Shooting in Fluorescent Lighting
58
Guidelines
58
Recommended Shutter Speeds
58
Adjusting Focus Manually
59
Focus Lock
59
Manual Focus
59
Setting the White Balance
60
Displaying Data Code
62
Searching the Tape
64
Returning to a Pre-Marked Position
65
The Dubbing Function
66
Preparing for Dubbing
66
Setting the Camera to Control Your VCR
67
Using the Dubbing Function for the First Time
68
Preparations & Setting up
68
Setting Recorder
69
Recorder
70
Dubbing to a VCR
71
Cut in and Cut out Adjustments
72
Setting the Cut-In and Cut-Out Adjustments
72
Simple Editing to a VCR
74
Preparations
74
Basic Editing
74
Remote Terminal
74
Dubbing with Digital Video Equipment
75
DV Terminal/Connections
75
Copyright Signal
77
Recording over Existing Scenes
78
A/V Insert Editing
78
The Tape in the Camera
78
The Playback Tape
78
Audio Dubbing
80
To Connect the External Microphone
80
Preparing the Camera
83
Adjust the Viewfinder
83
Prepare the Lens Cap
83
Fasten the Grip Belt
83
Notes on Using the Batteries
84
Charging and Recording Times
84
How Much Power Is Left?
84
When to Recharge
84
Taking Care of the Battery Pack
85
Charging the Backup Battery
85
Storing the Battery Pack
85
Recycling the Internal Rechargeable Battery
86
Setting the Audio MIX
87
Selecting Audio Output Channels
88
Maintenance
89
Cautions
89
Storage
90
Viewfinder
90
Lcd
90
Camera Body and Lens
90
Using the Camera Abroad
91
Power Sources
91
TV Playback
91
Condensation
92
Protecting the Camera from Condensation
92
What Happens When Condensation Is Detected
92
Troubleshooting
93
Recording/Playback
93
System Diagram
97
Optional Accessories
98
Battery Packs
98
Car Battery Adapter
98
Finding Your Way Around
103
Screen Displays
106
Turning off the LCD Screen Displays
106
Time Code
109
Recording Reminder
109
Caution Phrases
110
Specifications
111
Index
112

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