User manual CANON MV500I

[. . . ] PUB. DIE-168 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER E Instruction Manual Introduction Mastering the Basics Using the Full Range of Features Editing Mini Digital Video Cassette Additional Information This instruction book explains the use of the MV500 and MV500i camcorders. The main difference between these models is that the MV500i includes a DV Recording and Analog Line-in Recording function. Please note that illustrations and explanations in this instruction book refer mainly to the MV500 model. PAL Important Usage Instructions WARNING: E WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Introduction TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. [. . . ] It is possible to connect almost any stereo microphone with a plug diameter of 3. 5 mm (1/8 in), however, their audio levels will be different from that of the built-in microphone. 61 E Notes: · When using an external microphone, use a microphone cable not longer than 3 meters to avoid electromagnetic inerference. · Be careful when using long microphones as they may extend into the frame. Wind screen The camcorder has an automatic wind screen to prevent wind noise from interfering with the sound track. Make sure it's off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible. Use the wind screen when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings. CAMERA , PLAY (VCR) Using the Full Range of Features VCR SET UP WIND SCREEN··OFF ( 39) To turn it on, open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then select WIND SCREEN, set it to ON and close the menu. · WS O is shown in the display when you turn the wind screen on. Notes: · The wind screen can be used for audio dubbing with the built-in microphone in PLAY (VCR) mode as well as recording (when AUDIO DUB. · The wind screen does not operate when an external microphone is connected to the MIC terminal. 62 Setting the Self-Timer 1 DATA CODE For stills 2 E PH OT O For movies POWER 2, 3 CAMERA START /STOP PHOTO SELF TIMER MENU OFF PLAY(VCR) This is useful when you want to include yourself in the picture when recording movies or still photographs. Using the Full Range of Features CAMERA 1. Press the self-timer button on the body of the camcorder or the SELF TIMER button on the wireless controller. · SELF-T appears in the display. · To have the subject monitor recording, rotate the LCD panel 180° ( For movies 27). 2. Press the start/stop button. · The camcorder starts to record after a 10-second countdown period (or after 2 seconds when you use the wireless controller). The time remaining counts down in the display (e. g. · SELF-T disappears from the display when recording begins. 3. Press the start/stop button to end recording. For stills 2. Press a PHOTO button on the camcorder body or the wireless controller. · The camcorder automatically adjusts the focus 2 seconds before the countdown is complete. The F mark flashes white then turns green after the focus and exposure are set. If you are using the wireless controller, the F mark starts flashing immediately after you press the PHOTO button. 63 E · The camcorder takes the picture for approximately 6 seconds. · If you're in CAMERA mode, the camcorder returns to record pause mode after recording. Notes: · To cancel the self-timer before the countdown has begun, press the SELF TIMER button. · To cancel the self-timer once the countdown has begun, press the SELF TIMER button. Using the Full Range of Features 64 Ajusting AE Shift By controlling the level of the automatic exposure (AE) function, you can lighten or darken the image slightly. This allows you to compensate for backlit, overexposed scenes. E AE SHIFT P CAMERA Using the Full Range of Features Make sure the program selector is set to Q . 1. Press the selector dial in and select any recording program other than Spotlight, Sand & Snow or Night from the program menu. Press the AE SHIFT button. · eAE appears light blue. 3. [. . . ] Remove the tape as soon as possible after the camcorder has displayed the caution. Refer to p. 80 COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED TAPE END E SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME REMOVE THE CASSETTE CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK Appears when the tape has reached the end. Refer to p. 80, p. 81 or p. 83 Refer to p. 17 THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED Appears when, during DV dubbing, the DV cable is disconnected or the power of the digital equipment connected to the camcorder is turned off. (MV500i only) Refer to p. 104 CHECK THE DV INPUT Appears when you try to do audio dubbing or AV insert (MV500i only) on a tape recorded in LP mode ( 85, 88). Appears when you try to do audio dubbing on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio or 12-bit, 4-channel mode ( 88). CHECK THE CASSETTE [REC MODE] Additional Information CHECK THE CASSETTE [AUDIO MODE] CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED Appears when the camcorder detects a blank section of a tape during audio dubbing or AV insert (MV500i only) ( 85, 88). CHECK THE CASSETTE [BLANK] 115 E Appears immediately after you start HEADS DIRTY, recording, and the video heads are badly USE CLEANING CASSETTE contaminated. [. . . ]