User manual CANON MVX40

[. . . ] Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon MVX45i/MVX40i/MVX40. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. E Symbols and References Used in This Manual : Precautions related to the camcorder operation. Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller. Please note that the illustrations mainly refer to the MVX45i. Introduction Operating modes (see below) Menu item showing at its default position Button and switches to be operated About the Operating Modes The operating modes are determined by the position of the POWER switch and the TAPE/CARD switch. [. . . ] It evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the position and brightness of the subject, background, direct light or backlight, and adjusts the exposure of the main subject accordingly. Averages the light metered from the entire screen, giving more weight to the subject in the center. Use this setting for adjusting the exposure matching the subject in the center of the screen. CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY E CAMERA PLAY (VCR) ( 56) EVALUATIVE 1. Select the metering method symbol followed by a setting option. The symbol of the current setting is displayed. Advanced Functions Digital Camera Functions 4. button. If you have selected [ SPOT], " " appears. 93 Changing the focusing method You can change the AF (autofocus) frame selection method. Auto selection (AiAF) Center point Depending on the shooting conditions, an AF frame is automatically selected from the 9 frames and focused. This is convenient for making sure the focus is exactly where you want it. PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY CAMERA 1. Set the mode dial to a mode other than . Focusing method cannot be changed in the Fireworks mode (SCN). 2. Turn the SET dial to select the focusing method. · With [Auto selection] a large frame will display on the screen. · With [Center point] a frame displays in the center of the screen. 3. Press the PHOTO button fully. When using the digital zoom, the AF frame is fixed in the center. 94 Selecting the Drive Mode (Single) (Continuous Shooting) (High-Speed Continuous Shooting) (AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing)) Records a single still image when you press the PHOTO button. Captures a quick series of still images while you press the PHOTO button. For the number of frames per second, refer to the table on the next page. The camcorder records a still image in three different exposures (dark, normal, light in 1/2 EV steps), allowing you to choose the perfect exposed shot. E PHOTO button Mode dial DRIVE MODE button Advanced Functions Digital Camera Functions Changing the Drive Mode CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Press the DRIVE MODE button to switch between the drive modes. The setting changes with each press of the button. menu is being displayed, the DRIVE MODE button cannot be used. 95 Continuous Shooting/High-Speed Continuous Shooting 1. Press and hold the PHOTO button fully. A series of still images will be recorded as long as you hold the PHOTO button. Maximum number of continuous shots at one time: Still Image Size 1632 x 1224 1280 x 960 640 x 480 Frames per Second Normal speed 2 frames 3 frames 3 frames High speed 3 frames 5 frames 5 frames Maximum Number of Continuous Shots 10 images 10 images 60 images These figures are approximate and vary with the recording conditions and subjects. Continuous shooting stops when card is full. The number of frames per second will be lower when " " (camcorder shake warning) is displayed on the screen. In normal and high-speed continuous shooting mode, images are captured at 2 frames/second when using the built-in flash or the optional Video Flash Light VFL-1 (MVX45i). Auto Exposure Bracketing 1. Press the PHOTO button fully. Three still images in different exposures are recorded to the memory card. Make sure that there is sufficient space on the memory card. 96 Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode) You can shoot a series of overlapping images and merge them into one large panoramic scene using the supplied software (PhotoStitch) on a computer. CARD +/­ button PHOTO button E FUNC. [. . . ] 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 on TVs with PAL system. The PAL system is used in the following countries/areas: Algeria, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brunei, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Liberia, Malaysia, Malta, Mozambique, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Korea, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Portugal, Qatar, Sierra Leone, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Yemen, former Yugoslavia, Zambia. 148 System Diagram Additional Information (Availability differs from area to area) WS-20 Wrist Strap E SS-900 Shoulder Strap CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger WD-H34 Wide-converter MiniDV Video Cassette WL-D85 Wireless Controller TL-H34 Tele-converter CB-2LTE Battery Charger NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L12, BP-2L14 Battery Pack CA-570 Compact Power Adapter FS-34U Filter Set NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L12, BP-2L14 Battery Pack S-150 S-video Cable PC-A10 SCART STV-250N Adapter Stereo Video Cable TV VFL-1 Video Flash Light VL-3 Video Light VCR CV-150F/CV-250F Digital Device DV Cable MultiMediaCard PC Card Adapter USB Reader/Writer SDC-128M SD Memory Card IFC-300PCU USB Cable Computer DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone Stereo Microphone (commercially available) BP-900 Series Battery Pack VL-10Li Battery Video Light Additional Information SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case Canon printers with direct print function / PictBridge-compliant printers 149 Optional Accessories Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. 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). [. . . ]