User manual CANON MVX150I

[. . . ] PUB. DIE-186 Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual English Introduction Mastering the Basics Using the Full Range of Features Editing Mini Digital Video Cassette Using a Memory Card This instruction manual covers the MVX150i and MVX100i. Please note that illustrations and explanation in this manual are based on the MVX150i. Additional Information PAL 0_D74PAL_E(cover) 03. 2. 24 2:47 PM Page 2 Important Usage Instructions E WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: Introduction TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. [. . . ] If the AV/headphones terminal set to [PHONES H], it will automatically switch to [AV]. When connecting to a TV/video with SCART terminal, use a SCART adapter with input capability (commercially available). The supplied SCART Adapter PC-A10 is for output only. E CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD CAMERA 1. Connect the camcorder to the analog video device. See Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 38). 2. Press the REC PAUSE button. In record pause mode and during recording, you can check the picture on the screen. Editing 5. Press the 3 button to stop recording. · Press the e/ a button to pause recording. Connected device: Stop playback. 89 4_D74PAL_E(87-99) 03. 2. 11 5:44 PM Page 90 Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) E You can record from other digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal with virtually no loss in picture and sound quality. When recording from digital video devices, make sure that "AV \ DV" is not displayed on the screen. Anomalous signals sent from the connected device may be recorded as anomalous picture (although it may not appear so on the screen), or it may not be recorded at all. If the picture does not appear, reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on again. You can use the camcorder for playback and recording without reconnecting the DV cable. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD CAMERA 1. Connect the camcorder to the digital video device. See Connecting a Digital Video Device ( Editing 88). 2. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode and load a blank cassette. "DV IN" appears. 3. Press the REC PAUSE button. In record pause mode and during recording, you can check the picture on the screen. 5. Press the 3 button to stop recording. · Press the e/ a button to pause recording. Connected Device: Stop playback. 90 4_D74PAL_E(87-99) 03. 2. 3 2:13 PM Page 91 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. E 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. During recording: If you try to record from software that contains copyright control signals for protection of software, "COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED" appears. You cannot record copyright protection signals to a tape using this camcorder. Editing 91 4_D74PAL_E(87-99) 03. 2. 11 10:13 AM Page 92 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) E 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. Depending on the signal sent from the connected device, the conversion from analog to digital signals might not work properly (e. g. , signals that include copyright protective signals or anomalous signals such as ghost signals). When connecting to a TV/video with SCART terminal, use a SCART adapter with input capability (commercially available). We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power source. Connecting the Devices This illustration shows how to connect using a S-video cable. [. . . ] It attaches to the camcorder's advanced accessory shoe for cable-free operation. VL-3 Video Light This video light enables you to record brightly in colour even in dark places. It attaches to the camcorder's advanced accessory shoe for cablefree operation. Additional Information DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone This highly sensitive, super-directional microphone attaches to the camcorder's advanced accessory shoe. It can be used as directional microphone (monaural) or stereo microphone. 154 6_D74PAL_E(139-158) 03. 2. 19 11:33 AM Page 155 WS-20 Wrist Strap Use this for extra additional protection for active shooting. E SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. O ACCES This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. RY CA SO N GENU NO VI INE DE 155 Additional Information 6_D74PAL_E(139-159) 03. 2. 11 10:16 AM Page 156 Specifications E MVX150i/MVX100i Power supply (rated): Power consumption (AF turned on): Television system: Video recording system: Audio recording system: Image sensor: 7. 4 V DC MVX150i: 3. 4 W (using viewfinder), 4. 6 W (using LCD screen) MVX100i: 3. 4 W (using viewfinder), 4. 4 W (using LCD screen) CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) PAL colour signal 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (Consumer digital VCR SD system); Digital component recording Tape: PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch); 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch) Card: ADPCM digital sound: 16 bit (16 kHz/1 ch), 4 bit 1/4" CCD (charge coupled device), approx. [. . . ]