PUB.DIE-171 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER E Instruction Manual CANON INC. Introduction Canon Europa N.V. P.O. Box 2262, 1180 EG Amstelveen, the Netherlands Mastering the Basics Canon UK Ltd. Ribcon Way Luton Bedfordshire LU4 9UR Telephone 0870-241-2161 Canon Australia Pty. Ltd 1 Thomas Holt Drive, North Ryde, N.S.W. 2113, Australia Telephone 805-2000, Fax 887-4484 Using the Full Range of Features Canon New Zealand Ltd Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna, P.O.
Important Usage Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. E Introduction WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE.
MV5i MC Operating Steps and Reference Guide Your camcorder is supplied with two manuals: the “Digital Video Camcorder MV5i MC Instruction Manual” and the “Digital Video Solution Disk Instruction Manual”.
Contents Introduction Introduction E Important Usage Instructions ....................2 Operating Steps and Reference Guide ......3 Thank you for Choosing a Canon ..............7 Introducing the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC ....8 Mastering the Basics Finding Your Way Around the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC..........................9 ~ Preparations ~ Powering Your Camcorder ......................12 Loading a Cassette ..................................16 ~ Basic Recording ~ Recording Movies onto a Tape ................
MV5i/MV5i MC Using a Memory Card E Introduction Memory Card Introduction ....................106 Recording Still Images onto a Memory Card ........................112 Recording Still Images from a Tape ......114 Recording Still Images from Other Devices (VCR, TV or Other Digital Camcorders)................115 Recording Movies onto a Memory Card ........................117 Recording Movies from a Tape ..............118 Recording Movies from Other Devices (VCR, TV or Other Digital Camcorders)..............
Switch Positions by Operating Modes E Introduction MV5i MC Operating Mode POWER switch TAPE/CARD switch CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CAMERA PLAY (VCR) TAPE TAPE CARD CARD * Available functions vary depending on the operating mode. It is indicated as follows: CAMERA : Function can be used in this mode. CAMERA 6 : Function cannot be used in this mode.
Thank you for Choosing a Canon To get the most out of your new camcorder, we recommend that you read this manual thoroughly — there are many sophisticated features which will add to your recording enjoyment.
Introducing the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC Introduction E 10× Optical Zoom (200× Digital Zoom) MV5i MC Panoramic Images This zoom range will more than take care of all your picture-taking needs, from wide-angle shots to close-ups at full telephoto ( MV5i MC 7× optical zoom and 30× digital zoom when using a memory card). You can merge separate images into one large panoramic scene using the supplied software (PhotoStitch) on a PC.
Finding Your Way Around the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC E LCD screen (p. 25) MV5i MC Card access indicator (p. 107) Mastering the Basics LCD panel OPEN button (p. 25) MV5i MC Memory card compartment cover (p. 107) BATT. (battery) RELEASE button (p. 15) Speaker (p. 31) Battery attachment unit (p. 15) D.EFFECTS ON/OFF button (p. 65) (stop) button (p. 28)/ MV5i MC INDEX SCREEN button (p. 124) (play/pause) button (p. 28)/ MV5i MC Card Mix button (p. 140) REC SEARCH + button (p. 38)/ (fast forward) button (p.
E Viewfinder focusing lever (p. 150) Mastering the Basics P Program AE PHOTO button (p. 54, 112) Easy Recording Zoom controller (p. 23) Program selector (p. 57) Selector dial (p. 31, 40) Viewfinder (p. 150) POWER switch (p. 18) MV5i MC TAPE/CARD switch (p. 18) CAMERA } • OFF • PLAY(VCR) • POWER indicator (p. 18) Start/Stop button (p. 19) SET button (p. 40) AE SHIFT button (p. 73)/ MV5i MC SLIDE SHOW button (p. 124) MENU button (p. 40) Grip belt (p. 150) FOCUS button (p.
E S-video OUT terminal (p. 34) MV5i MV5i MC S-Video IN/OUT terminal (p. 34, 94) Stereo microphone (p. 97) Terminal cover Terminal cover Remote sensor (p. 48) u (LANC) terminal (p. 85) (p. 146) Mastering the Basics MV5i MC USB terminal Tally Lamp (p. 50) DC IN terminal (p. 12) MIC terminal (p. 69, 97) DV OUT terminal (p. 86) MV5i MV5i MC Bottom view DV IN/OUT terminal (p. 87, 105, 115) AV (audio/video) OUT terminal (p. 33) MV5i MV5i MC AV IN/OUT terminal (p. 33, 90) (phones) terminal (p.
Powering Your Camcorder Before operating your camcorder, you will need to use the power adapter to: Mastering the Basics E Provide power from a household power socket or Charge a battery pack Notes: • The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by your camcorder. • If the adapter is used next to a TV, it may cause bars to appear on the TV — move the adapter away from the TV or the aerial cable.
CA-PS700 Compact Power Adapter 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 0.32A 7.4 V DC, 2.0 A 0°C - 40°C (32°F- 104°F) 112 × 29 × 45mm (4 3/8 × 1 1/8 × 1 3/4 in) 186g (6 1/2 oz) (without power cable) Mastering the Basics Specifications Power supply Rated output Operating temperature range Dimensions Weight E Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice.
E Charging the battery pack 1 2 Mastering the Basics 3 Your battery pack has been partially charged before it left the factory. It should have enough power for you to check that your camcorder is working properly. Charge the battery pack fully using the Battery Charger CB-2LTE if you want it to power the camcorder for more than a few minutes. Always turn the camcorder off before attaching/removing the battery pack. 1. Connect the power cable to the charger. 2. Attach the battery pack to the charger.
Attaching the battery pack E 1 2, 3 Mastering the Basics 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. 2. Align the front end of the battery pack with the line on the camcorder, press lightly and slide the battery until it clicks into place. 3. Remove the battery pack after use. Press the BATT. RELEASE button and remove the battery. CB-2LTE Battery Charger Specifications Power supply Rated output Operating temperature range Dimensions Weight 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60Hz, 0.17A (100V) – 0.10A (240V) 8.4V DC, 0.
Loading a Cassette PUSH Mastering the Basics E Only use videocassettes marked with the D logo.* Loading and unloading 1. Make sure that you have attached a power source. 2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch to release the cassette compartment cover. • Pull the cover fully open (while holding the button) and wait a couple of seconds for the cassette compartment to open automatically. • The confirmation beep sounds when the cassette cover fully opens. 3. Load or unload the cassette.
Protecting tapes from accidental erasure E REC SAVE REC SAVE Mastering the Basics To protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette so that it exposes the hole. (This switch position is usually labelled SAVE or ERASE OFF.) If you load a protected cassette, “THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” is displayed for approx. 4 seconds and then the v mark flashes in the display. If you want to record on the cassette again, slide the tab back so the hole is closed.
Recording Movies onto a Tape E 3 1 Mastering the Basics 4, 5 Before you start recording Have you completed the following steps? • Attaching a power source ( 12). • Removing the lens cap ( 150). • Fastening the grip belt ( 150). • Choosing the display: viewfinder ( 150) or LCD screen ( 25). Note: • When you’re using the viewfinder, fully close the LCD or rotate the LCD so that it faces the same direction as the lens ( 25). You may also want to install the backup battery ( and time display ( 51).
2. Load a cassette ( 16). 3. Slide the program selector to [. E • This selects the camcorder’s Easy Recording program. It allows you to simply point and shoot without making any manual adjustments ( 57). 4. Press and release the start/stop button once to begin recording. • For still image recording to a tape, see p. 54. • The tally lamp flashes rapidly and REC appears in the display. 5. Press and release the start/stop button again to pause recording.
E Changing the Recording Mode You can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usage by 1.5 times. It is not possible to dub audio or insert images ( tape that has been recorded in LP mode. Mastering the Basics VCR SET UP ( MV5i MV5i MC : AV insert) to a REC MODE••••SP 39) CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) To change to LP mode, open the menu, select VCR SET UP, REC MODE and set it to LP.
16:9 (Wide screen TV recording) E Produces images in the 16:9 format for playback on wide screen TVs. CAMERA MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) 16:9••••••••OFF 39) To switch 16:9 to ON, open the menu and select CAM.SET UP. Then select 16:9, set it to ON and close the menu. • • • • Mastering the Basics CAM.SET UP ( PLAY (VCR) Notes: “16:9” is shown in the display when you switch the 16:9 mode on. You cannot use the 16:9 mode with the Easy Recording program.
E Confirmation/Warning beeps The camcorder’s short operation confirmation beeps are indicated by ` in the illustrations. Beeps sound upon certain camcorder operations such as when you turn the camcorder on, during the self-timer countdown, right before the camcorder’s automatic shut-off, and also upon any unusual condition of the camcorder. Beeps are not recorded on the tape.
Zooming Zoom in E Zoom out MV5i MC card 7×) The camcorder’s zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for each scene: • Move the zoom control towards W to zoom out to wide-angle. • Move it towards T to zoom in to telephoto. Mastering the Basics 10× optical zoom ( You can also control the speed of zooming: • Move the control slightly to zoom slowly. • Move it farther to zoom more quickly. (The farther you move the zoom control, the faster the zoom speed.
Mastering the Basics E 24 Notes: • When zooming, as a rule, keep at least 1 m (3 ft 33/8 in) between you and your subject. However when the zoom is at the wide-angle position, you can focus on a subject as close as 1 cm (3/8 in). • Image resolution is slightly lower when the magnification is greater than 10×. • You cannot use digital zoom in the Night recording program. • You cannot use digital zoom when the multi-image screen is set. The display becomes “– – –”.
Using the LCD Screen Opening and closing the LCD screen E Mastering the Basics Slide the LCD panel OPEN button and open the panel by pulling it away from the camcorder. This automatically switches the LCD screen on and the viewfinder off. Close the LCD panel until it clicks securely closed. When you close the LCD panel, the LCD screen automatically switches off and the viewfinder switches back on.
Mastering the Basics E • Always rotate the LCD panel vertically into place, before closing it or pushing it flat against the side of the camcorder. • Always fully close the LCD panel until it clicks securely. • Be careful not to leave the LCD, viewfinder or lens exposed to direct sunlight outdoors or in a window. Doing so could cause damage. • Bright light falling on the LCD screen may cause glare that makes it difficult for you to view the image. In this case, switch to using the viewfinder.
Allowing the subject to monitor recording E CAMERA PLAY (VCR) DISP.SET UP ( Mastering the Basics When you turn the LCD panel so that it faces the same direction as the lens, you can watch yourself during recording or let your subject monitor recording. The viewfinder is also activated when the panel is in this position. (Adjust the viewfinder, 150) • You can choose the display style, reversed (mirror on) or not (mirror off). The recording itself is unaffected regardless of which one you choose.
Playing Back a Tape 1 E 3 Mastering the Basics 1 You can use the LCD screen for instant, on-the-spot playback. The camcorder also plays back the sound track via the built-in speaker ( 31). • When you play back a tape, you can also close the LCD panel with its screen side facing up. • When you’re using the viewfinder to view playback, close the LCD panel. For playing back your recordings on a TV, see p. 32. For using the wireless controller, see p. 48.
Other playback modes Playback pause Press the a (pause) button. To resume normal playback, press it again, or press the e (play) button. The camcorder automatically goes into stop mode after about 5 minutes’ playback pause. Rewind playback For reverse playback at about 11.5 times normal speed, press and hold the ` (rewind) button during normal playback or press and hold the ` (rewind) button during normal rewind. Mastering the Basics Fast forward playback To play back the recording at about 11.
E Reverse Playback To play back in reverse at normal speed, press the –/4a button during normal forward playback. Press the PLAY e button to return to normal forward playback. Mastering the Basics Forward ×2 Playback Press the ×2 button during normal playback. Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback. Reverse ×2 Playback Press the –/4a button and then the ×2 button during normal playback. Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback.
Built-in speaker E The camcorder has a built-in speaker so you can review the sound track alongside the picture when you’re using the LCD screen to play back. The built-in speaker is monaural. Mastering the Basics CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) Adjust the speaker volume by turning the selector dial. • Turn the selector dial up to increase the volume, and down to lower the volume. • A bar appears in the display to indicate the current volume.
Connections for Playback on a TV Screen E You can connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR in order to play back your recordings. You will need to attach a power source to the camcorder ( 12). Power off all devices before starting the connections. See your TV or VCR instruction manual for further details. Mastering the Basics Switching the AV/headphone terminal Through the menu, the camcorder’s AV/headphone terminal can be switched to function as either the AV terminal or the headphone terminal.
If your TV (or VCR) has a SCART terminal (without S (S1)-video) E PC-A10 SCART Adapter AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO (R) (L/MONO) • Connect the PC-A10 SCART adapter to the TV or VCR’s SCART terminal. • Connect the camcorder to the adapter. Connect the camcorder using the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable. Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red audio terminal R (right). Connect the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal VIDEO.
E If your TV (or VCR) has an S (S1) -video input terminal For higher picture quality, we recommend playing back recordings on a TV with an S (S1) terminal. Mastering the Basics INPUT S-150 S-video Cable S(S1)-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO STV-250N Stereo Video Cable L R • Use the S-150 S-video Cable to connect the S-video terminals. Use the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable to connect the AUDIO terminals. Connect the white plug to the white AUDIO terminal L (left).
If your TV (or VCR) has audio/video input terminals E INPUT VIDEO AUDIO L STV-250N Stereo Video Cable R Mastering the Basics • Connect the camcorder using the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable. Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red audio terminal R (right). Connect the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal VIDEO. • If you are connecting the camcorder to a TV, set the TV/VIDEO selector on the television to VIDEO.
Tips for Making Better Videos Mastering the Basics E Holding the camcorder For maximum stability, grip the camcorder in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body. If necessary support the camcorder with your left hand. With practice, you will be able to operate the controls by touch, without taking your eye off the action.
Picture angle E Instead of zooming while recording, try to choose your picture angle before you begin. A good way to tell a story with video is to begin with a long shot that establishes the situation, and then move in with medium shots and close-ups to show the details. Remember to change your viewpoint for each shot. Long shot Medium shot Remember that any camcorder movement or change in picture angle should have a definite purpose. Avoid unnecessary or half-hearted movements.
Searching and Reviewing While Recording E Record search When the camcorder is in record pause mode, you can use record search to play the tape forwards or backwards to find the point where you want to start or resume recording. This is useful when you want to add a new scene to a previously used cassette. By using record search, you can ensure a smooth, noise-free join between the new scene and the old one.
Using the Menus Many of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus which appear in the display. E There are 2 main menus: CAM. MENU Camera Menu PLAY MENU ( MV5i MV5i MC : VCR MENU) ( ( 41) 42) ( ( 44) 45) The MV5i MC has 2 additional menus: C.CAM. MENU C.PLAY MENU 2 2 PLAY (VCR) ( MV5i PLAY MENU : VCR MENU) MV5i MC VCR MENU VCR SET UP CARD SET UP CARD OPER. DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE MV5i MC CARD CAMERA C.CAM MENU STITCH AST CAM.
E Selecting from the Menus 3-10 MENU TV SCREEN SET Using the Full Range of Features 2, 11 1. Turn the POWER switch ( MV5i MC : and the TAPE/CARD switch) to the desired settings. 2. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 3. Turn the selector dial and move the arrow to the desired submenu. 4. Press the SET button to select. • The submenu appears. 5. Turn the selector dial and move the arrow to the desired function. 6. Press the SET button to select. • The function and its settings only appear. 7.
• Pressing the start/stop button or the PHOTO button will close the menu and start recording. • You can display the menus on a connected TV screen by turning TV SCREEN ( 165) on through the menu or using the wireless controller’s TV SCREEN button. See p. 32 for TV connecting instructions. E List of Menus Turn to appropriate page for a detailed explanation of each function. 2 CAM. MENU q CAM.
E e VCR set up submenu !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 Recording mode.................... Wind screen .......................... Audio mode .......................... AV or headphones................. Return 20 70 69 32 VCR SET UP !0 !2 !4 SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE REC MODE•••• SP WIND SCREEN•OFF AUDIO MODE••12bit AV/PHONES•••AV RETURN !1 !3 Using the Full Range of Features r Display set up submenu !5 !6 !7 !8 !9 @0 @1 Brightness ............................. 26 LCD Mirror mode................. 27 TV screen............
PLAY MENU, cont. q VCR set up submenu q w e r t y u Recording mode.................... 20 Output channel.................... 104 MV5i/MV5i MC Audio dubbing 101 Wind screen .......................... 70 Audio mode .......................... 69 AV or headphones................. 32 MV5i/MV5i MC Analog-digital converter ............................... 92 i Return w Card set up submenu e t u w r y i MV5i MC Still image quality............... Movie Size .......................... File numbers ...............
E t System submenu @2 @3 @4 @5 Wireless controller................ Tally Lamp............................ Beep ...................................... Time zone/ Daylight saving time............. @6 Date/time set ......................... @7 Return Using the Full Range of Features 2 C.
C. CAM MENU, cont. e VCR set up submenu !2 AV or headphones................. 32 E VCR SET UP !2 SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE AV/PHONES•••AV RETURN r Display set up submenu Brightness ............................. 26 LCD Mirror mode................. 27 TV screen............................ 165 Date/time display.................. 53 Card access display............. 109 Demo mode........................... 22 Return DISP.SET UP !3 !5 !7 !9 SEL.
E q-1 Card operations submenu (when playing back a single image) q w e r t Copy from card to tape......... Erase all print marks........... Image erase ......................... Format................................. Return 144 130 131 145 CARD OPER. q e t ] COPY[ PRINT MARKS IMAGE ERASE FORMAT RETURN SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE ALL ERASE w r q-2 Card operations submenu (when displaying an index screen) Using the Full Range of Features y To image protect ................. u To print mark ..............
C. PLAY MENU, cont. r System submenu !7 !8 !9 @0 Wireless controller................ Tally Lamp............................ Beep ...................................... Time zone/ Daylight saving time............. @1 Date/time set ......................... @2 Return 49 19 22 !7 !9 @1 51 53 t Direct Printing Mode (Card Photo Printer CP-10) SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE WL.REMOTE••• 1 TALLY LAMP••ON BEEP••••••••ON T.ZONE/DST••––– D/TIME SET••––.–––.–––– ––:–– –– RETURN E SYSTEM C.PLAY MENU @2 SEL.
Using the Wireless Controller E The supplied wireless controller can operate the camcorder from a distance of up to 5 m (16 feet). Point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor while you press the buttons. Using the Full Range of Features The tally lamp lights up to let you know that the camcorder is in range and responding to your commands.
When Operating 2 Canon DV Camcorders (Remote Sensor Mode) To prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby, there are 2 remote sensor modes and an off setting. The wireless controller and the camcorder have to be set to the same mode in order to be compatible. E ZOOM W T REMOTE SET The wireless controller and the camcorder have been preset to mode 1. If you change the mode on the camcorder, be sure to change the mode on the wireless controller to the same mode.
If your wireless controller isn’t working: E Make sure the camcorder and the wireless controller are both set to the same mode. Check the mode the camcorder is set to by pushing any button other than the REMOTE SET button on the wireless controller. The camcorder’s mode appears in purple for about 4 seconds. Set the wireless controller’s mode accordingly by pressing the aforementioned button combinations. If the wireless controller still doesn’t work, change the batteries.
Setting the Date and Time E The date and/or time display forms part of the data code. You can choose to display or hide it during playback ( 80). Set the date and time display when you first start using your camcorder. Install the backup battery before you begin ( 153). • Before you start setting the date and time, select your home time zone from the menu.
E 16 1 19 18 24 20 4 2 3 17 6 7 10 9 15 8 5 21 23 14 12 22 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Using the Full Range of Features No. Time zone LONDON PARIS CAIRO MOSCOW DUBAI KARACHI DACCA BANGKOK H. KONG (Hong Kong) TOKYO SYDNEY SOLOMON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 No. Time zone WELLGTN (Wellington) SAMOA HONOLU. (Honolulu) ANCHOR. (Anchorage) L.A. (Los Angeles) DENVER CHICAGO N.Y. (New York) CARACAS RIO (Rio de Janeiro) FERNAN.
Setting the clock E After you set the date and time, the date/time and home time zone will be displayed for about 4 seconds each time you turn the power on. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) SYSTEM ( MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) D/TIME SET•• 1.JAN.2002 12:00 AM 39) 1. Open the menu and select SYSTEM. 2. Select D/TIME SET and the press the SET button. • The year display starts to flash. 3. Turn the selector dial up and down to change the year.
Recording Still Images onto a Tape MV5i MC : To take still images on a memory card, see p. 108. E Using the Full Range of Features PHOTO You can record still images like photographs. The camcorder records the picture and sound to tape for several seconds. The exposure is automatically adjusted. MV5i MC : Copy still images automatically to a memory card ( 143) for transfer to a PC for image enhancement and printout.
• If the subject is unsuitable for autofocus ( 159), the camcorder may not be able to focus, and F may continue to flash white in the display. Continue to hold the PHOTO button halfway down, then adjust the focus manually with the selector dial. • If you are using manual focus ( 76), the F mark starts as a continuous green mark. Focus with the selector dial. E 2. Press the PHOTO button fully down to take the still image.
Turning the Image Stabilizer Off E Using the Full Range of Features With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeable during telephoto recording. However, the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC’s image stabilizer allows you to obtain steady recordings even at high magnification. • MV5i MC The images stabilizer cannot be used in CARD CAMERA mode. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CAM.SET UP ( MV5i MC CARD CAMERA IMAGE S.
Using the Various Recording Programs E Availability of functions in each recording program Using the Full Range of Features The camcorder provides you with a choice of 8 recording programs. They use different combinations of camcorder settings in order to adjust the exposure and other functions to match the recording situation. • For simple point-and-shoot operation, select the Easy Recording program. Slide the program selector to the [ position.
E Setting the program AE mode CAMERA 1. 2. 3. 4. PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) Slide the program selector to Q (program AE) mode. Press the SET button to display the program menu. Turn the selector dial to move the arrow up or down the display. Press the SET button to select the desired program. Using the Full Range of Features • The program will appear in the display.
Easy Recording The simplest way to use the camcorder is with the program selector set to the [ position. The camcorder will take care of focus, exposure and other adjustments, leaving you free to point and shoot. E [ Auto This is the same as the Easy Recording program, except that you now have the option of using any of the camcorder’s manual functions. AUTO This program is useful for recording high-speed sports scenes in brightly lit conditions.
E Sand & Snow Use this program in places where the background is so bright that the subject appears underexposed in the display — a sunny beach or ski resort, for example. You may notice some shudder when recording moving subjects. SAND&SNOW Using the Full Range of Features Low Light This program allows you to record in dimly lit places. The shutter speed is fixed at a slow speed. It is generally best used for close-ups of slow or stationary subjects, as moving subjects may leave a trailing after-image.
Using Digital Effects Use the camcorder’s digital effects for more interesting productions. Faders: Start or end scenes on a tape with a fade to or from black ( 62). Fade Trigger, Wipe, Corner, Jump, Flip, Puzzle, Zigzag, Beam, Tide Effects: Add flavour to your recordings ( 64). Art, Black and White, Sepia, Mosaic, Ball, Cube, Wave, Color Mask, Mirror Multi-image Screen: Divides the display to show 4, 9 or 16 still images. Has 4 transition speed options: fast, moderate, slow and manual ( 67).
E Faders Fade Trigger (FADE-T) The image gradually fades in. The image gradually fades out. Using the Full Range of Features Wipe (WIPE) The image begins as a thin vertical line in the centre of the screen and expands sideways until it fills the whole screen. The image is wiped off from both sides of the screen. Corner Wipe (CORNER) The image appears from the corners until it fills the whole screen.
Faders E Puzzle (PUZZLE) The image appears in 16 pieces. The pieces move around until the puzzle is solved. The image divides into 16 pieces. The pieces move around and disappear. Zigzag (ZIGZAG) The image appears in zigzag from the top of the screen. Beam (BEAM) The screen turns yellow, forms a beam and the full image appears. Using the Full Range of Features White stripes appear in zigzag from the bottom of the screen until they cover the whole image.
E Effects MV5i MC : In CARD CAMERA mode, only Black and White can be selected. Colour Masking (COLOR M.) Mirror Creates a symmetrical image as if there would be a mirror in the middle of the screen. The image becomes a rhombus through a masking frame that changes the colours. Wave (WAVE) Both ends of the image sway in waves. Cube (CUBE) Using the Full Range of Features The image becomes a cube and rotates. Art (ART) Ball (BALL) The image becomes like a paint (solarization).
Digital effects can be set with the controls on the body of the camcorder or the wireless controller. E MENU SET D.EFFECTS ON/OFF Operating faders CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) Select fader Using the Full Range of Features Sound and image fade together. When operating faders in TAPE CAMERA mode, make sure the program selector is set to Q. 1. Press the D.EFFECTS SELECT button to open the digital effects menu. • D.EFFECT |, FADER, EFFECT and MULTI-S appear. 2.
E 6. If you’re in TAPE CAMERA mode: Fade in- Press the start/stop button. Fade out- Press the start/stop button. If you’re in TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode: Fade in- Press the e (play) button. Fade out- Press the a (pause) button. Operating effects Sound records/plays back normally. * Using the Full Range of Features CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) * Make sure the program selector is set to Q. Select effect 1. Press the D.EFFECTS SELECT button to open the digital effects menu.
Using the Multi-Image Screen Divides your display image into 4, 9 or 16 smaller images with the Image Capture feature. With this feature, the camcorder captures the current scene being shot or replayed. Choose the transition speed — manual, fast (every 4 frames), moderate (every 6 frames*) or slow (every 8 frames*) — at which to capture a moving subject, such as a person playing tennis or golf. Sound is recorded normally.
7. Select the desired setting. E • You return to the digital effects menu. 8. Press the D.EFFECTS SELECT button to close the menu. • The digital effects menu disappears. • MULTI-S flashes in the display. Multi-image screen on/off Using the Full Range of Features 9. Press the D.EFFECTS ON/OFF button. 68 • MULTI-S stops flashing. • Manual: As you press the D.EFFECTS ON/OFF button, scenes will be captured one after another in the indicated number of times. If you push and hold the D.
Audio Recording Selecting the audio mode E The comcorder can record sound in two audio modes — 16-bit and 12-bit. The 16-bit mode produces the higher sound quality (slightly superior to CD) while the 12-bit mode records on 2 channels (stereo 1), leaving 2 channels free (stereo 2) for you to add new sound at a later time. CAMERA MV5i/MV5i MC PLAY (VCR) VCR SET UP ( MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) AUDIO MODE••12bit 39) To switch to the 16-bit mode, open the menu and select VCR SET UP.
E Note: • When using an external microphone, use a microphone cable not longer than 3 meters to avoid electromagnetic interference. 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.
Setting the Self-Timer Still images 2 E For movies 2, 3 START /STOP PHOTO SELF TIMER MENU 1 This is useful when you want to include yourself in the picture when recording movies or still images to a tape or memory card. PLAY (VCR) CAM. SET UP ( MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) SELF-TIMER••OFF 39) 1. Open the menu, select VCR SET UP and set the SELF-TIMER to ON or press the SELF TIMER button on the wireless controller. • SELF-T appears in the display.
E • The camcorder takes the still image for approximately 6 seconds. • If you’re in TAPE CAMERA mode, the camcorder returns to record pause mode after recording to a tape. MV5i MC If you’re in CARD CAMERA mode, the image that has been recorded appears after recording onto a memory card. Using the Full Range of Features Notes: • To cancel the self-timer setting, set the SELF-TIMER to OFF through the menu, or press the SELF-TIMER button on the wireless controller.
Adjusting 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 1,3 2 CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) Make sure the program selector is set to Q . 1. Press the SET button and select any recording program other than Spotlight, Sand & Snow or Night from the program menu. 2. Press the EXP button. • eAE ±0 appears light blue.
Setting the Shutter Speed Set the shutter speed manually to take stable shots of quickly moving subjects. E ( CAM.SET UP MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) SHUTTER•••••AUTO TAPE CARD AUTO AUTO 1/50 1/120 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 • MV5i MC slower MV5i MC 1/50 1/120 1/250 faster Only shutter speeds up to 1/250 are available when using a memory card. 6. Close the menu. 74 CARD CAMERA Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode.
Guidelines for shooting using high shutter speeds • When shooting with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, do not shoot the sun directly. E Recommended shutter speeds when shooting: 1/2000 • Moving cars or trains or other rapidly moving vehicles such as roller coasters 1/1000, 1/500 or 1/250 • People doing indoor sports such as basketball 1/120 Notes: • You are unable to set the shutter speed in any recording program other than AUTO.
Adjusting Focus Manually E The camcorder focuses automatically. All you have to do is point and the subject in the centre of the screen will usually be in sharp focus. It may happen that a subject is not suitable for autofocus. Use the manual focusing function to adjust the focus. 1. Press the FOCUS button to turn the autofocus off. • The focus remains locked at the point set by autofocus. 2. Use the selector dial to set the focus.
Setting the White Balance The camcorder’s auto white balance system compensates for a wide range of lighting conditions. Although slight variations are unavoidable, colours will appear natural in virtually every situation. E PLAY (VCR) CAMERA CAM.SET UP ( 1. 2. 3. 4.
E Setting the white balance manually will probably work better than auto white balance when shooting: Subjects with one dominant colour, such as sky, sea or forest Close-ups Using the Full Range of Features In rapidly changing lighting conditions 78 In places lit by certain types of fluorescent or mercury vapour lights Notes: • Turn the digital zoom off (if necessary) to set a more accurate white balance. • If you have set the white balance and lighting conditions change, reset the white balance.
Enlarging the Image during Playback You can enlarge the image by 2 times during TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode ( MV5i MC : and CARD PLAY (VCR) mode). You can also move the image up, down, to the right or left. • MV5i MC Movies played back from a memory card cannot be enlarged. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA E MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) During Playback 1. Move the zoom lever toward T. • The image is magnified by 2 times. 2. Move the image to the right and left.
Displaying Date,Time and Camcorder Data (Data Code) E A data code, containing the date and time the recording was made and other camcorder data (shutter speed and exposure settings) is automatically recorded on a special data section of the tape. • MV5i MC Only the date and time appear in the data code when using a memory card. Using the Full Range of Features DATA CODE During TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode, the data code can be displayed or hidden while the camcorder is in play, slow or still mode.
Setting the data code E You can also choose to display camcorder data (shutter speed and exposure settings) in the data code. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) DISP.SET UP ( MV5i MC MV5i MC CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME 39) To change, open the menu and select DISP.SET UP. Then select DATA CODE, set it to DATE/TIME, CAMERA DATA or CAM. & D/T and close the menu. Possible data code combinations for tapes: Date Time Date & Time Date/Time Camera data Date/Time & Camera data 1.JAN.
E Six-second auto date The 6-second auto date appears for 6 seconds to mark the changeover of a day if the tape was being recorded at 12:00 midnight. It also appears for 6 seconds when you start playback and have the data code turned off. The 6-second auto date will adjust for any time zone changes you have indicated. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) DISP.SET UP ( MV5i MC MV5i MC CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) 6SEC.
Searching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search) E ZERO SET SEARCH MEMORY SELECT AUDIO DUB. AV INSERT REW PLAY FF –/ STOP +/ REMOTE SET PAUSE SLOW ×2 This allows you to move quickly through still images recorded anywhere on a tape (photo search) or between different days or areas of recording (date search) on a tape. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) 1. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to choose between photo/date search.
Returning to a Pre-Marked Position E ZERO SET SEARCH MEMORY SELECT AUDIO DUB. REW PLAY FF AV INSERT –/ STOP +/ REMOTE SET PAUSE SLOW ×2 Use the wireless controller to mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. Using the Full Range of Features CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) 1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button on the wireless controller during playback at a point you want to return to later.
Editing to a VCR By connecting the camcorder to a VCR, you can edit your recordings in order to remove unwanted scenes — or combine different shots to create your own video productions. E Preparations 1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR. • See “Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 32. 2. Prepare the TV and VCR. • Turn on the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector to VIDEO. • Turn on the VCR, and set its input selector to LINE. Load a blank cassette, and put the VCR in record pause mode.
Dubbing to/from a Tape with Digital Video Equipment MV 5 E Dubbing from a Cassette with Digital Video Equipment Digital video equipment fitted with the DV terminal allows you to edit, copy and transfer data digitally, with virtually no loss in image and sound quality. : Signal flow Side with arrow Preparations 1. Connect the camcorder and the other digital device. • Connect the CV-150F DV cable (optional) with the sides of the plugs marked with the arrows facing as shown above. 2.
MV5i / MV5i MC E Dubbing to/from a Tape with Digital Video Equipment The MV5i and MV5i MC are equipped with the DV recording function. The MV5i and MV5i MC are only available in certain areas. Digital video equipment fitted with the DV terminal lets you edit, copy and transfer data digitally, with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality. The DV terminal is for both line-in and line-out, since a single DV cable can handle data in both directions.
E Dubbing 1. Find a point on your recorded tape slightly before the section you want to copy and set it to playback pause mode. 2. Press the REC PAUSE button on the wireless controller. • The camcorder enters record pause mode. 3. Start playback on the other digital device while you monitor the picture. 4. Press the pause button. • Recording starts. 5. When you get to the point where you want to stop recording, press the stop button or the pause button. • Recording stops. 6.
Concerning copyrighting E Copyright precaution Certain pre-recorded video tapes, films and other materials, as well as some television programmes are copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of these materials may violate copyright protection laws.
Recording from a VCR, TV or Analog Camcorder (Analog Line-in) MV5i/MV5i MC You can record a video played on your VCR or analog camcorder (for digital camcorders, see p. 86) or a TV program onto a tape in the MV5i/MV5i MC, if the TV or other device has audio/video outputs.
Dubbing E 1. Find a point on your recorded tape slightly before the section you want to copy and set it to playback pause mode. 2. Press the REC PAUSE button on the wireless controller. • S-video and AV IN/OUT terminals work as input terminals. • The camcorder enters record pause mode. 3. Start playback on the other device or turn on the TV to see the desired program while you monitor the picture. 4. Press the pause button. • Recording starts. 5.
Digitally Outputting Analog Video and Audio Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) MV5i/MV5i MC Connecting the camcorder to your VCR or 8 mm video camera allows conversion of recorded analog video and audio signals to digital signals in an instant. The digital signals can be output to the other equipment with a DV terminal. The camcorder’s DV terminal works exclusively as an output terminal.
Turning the analog-digital converter on CAMERA VCR.SET UP ( MV5i MC PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA AV E MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) DV OUT•••OFF 39) To turn the analog-digital converter on, open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then select AV \ DV OUT, set it to ON and close the menu. Cautions: • For normal use, set AV \ DV OUT to OFF through the menu. If it is set to ON, you cannot input digital signals through the camcorder’s DV terminal.
MV5i/MV5i MC Recording Over Existing Scenes (AV Insert Editing) You can insert new scenes from your VCR or another camcorder onto your prerecorded tape using the MV5i/MV5i MC’s analog line-in or DV in terminals. Original video and audio will be replaced with the new video and audio.
Preparations E The tape in the MV5i/MV5i MC: When using the MV5i/MV5i MC’s AV insert function, only record to tapes recorded in SP mode. If there are non-recorded portions or portions recorded in LP mode on the tape, recording will stop. The playback tape: Use only tapes without non-recorded portions. If there are non-recorded portions or changes in the recording mode, you may not be able to insert AV correctly. You cannot insert AV in the following cases: • The playback tape has been poorly recorded.
Editing E 1. On the VCR, locate a point 3 seconds before the scene to be inserted. Set the VCR to playback pause mode. 2. On the camcorder, press PLAY and locate the recording start point. Set the camcorder to playback pause mode. • You can use the playback buttons on the body of the camcorder or the special playback functions on the wireless controller in the same way as in playback mode. 3. Press the AV INSERT button. • AV INSERT and 2a appear in the display. 4. Play back the tape in the VCR. 5.
Audio Dubbing MV 5 E You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape with the internal or an external microphone. The original sound will not be erased. For best results, add sound to tapes that have been recorded with this camcorder in SP mode with 12-bit sound. Dubbing will stop if there are nonrecorded portions on the tape, portions recorded in a mode other than SP mode, with 16-bit or 12-bit 4-channel sound.
Dubbing E ZERO SET SEARCH MEMORY SELECT AUDIO DUB. REW PLAY FF AV INSERT –/ STOP +/ REMOTE SET PAUSE SLOW ×2 Do not connect/disconnect any cables to/from the camcorder when dubbing audio or preparing to dub audio. 1. Locate the point where you want to start audio dubbing, then press the PAUSE button. • You can use the playback buttons on the body of the camcorder or the special playback functions on the wireless controller in the same way as in playback mode.
E Notes: • You cannot use the DV terminal while adding sound. • You might want to adjust the audio mix ( 103) when playing back a tape with added sound. • There may be a loss of sound quality if you add sound to a tape recorded on a camcorder other than the MV5. • After adding sound for 3 or more times to the same place on the tape, there may be some loss in sound quality.
MV5i/MV5i MC E You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape from audio products (AUDIO IN) or with the internal or external microphone (MIC. IN). The original sound will not be erased. For best results, add sound to tapes that have been recorded with this camcorder in SP mode with 12-bit sound. If there are non-recorded portions on the tape, or portions recorded in a mode other than SP mode, or with 16-bit or 12-bit, 4-channel sound, dubbing will stop.
E Notes: • When you add sound using the built-in microphone make sure not to connect any cables to the MIC terminal. • To use your TV to monitor video, connect the S-video terminal ( 34) or the AV terminal (use only the video plug) to your TV. You can monitor the sound with headphones only when using the S-video terminal ( 32). Preparations Turn the camcorder’s POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) ( MV5i MC and move the camcorder’s TAPE/CARD switch to TAPE). Load a recorded cassette.
5. Press the AUDIO DUB. button. E • AUDIO DUB. and appear on the display. 6. Press the PAUSE button (and start play on the other audio device if AUDIO IN). • Audio dubbing starts. • Direct your voice into the microphone. • changes to . 7. When you get to the point where you want to stop dubbing, press the STOP button (and then stop play on the other audio device if AUDIO IN). Editing • Audio dubbing stops and AUDIO DUB. disappears from the display. • The camcorder returns to stop mode.
Setting the Audio Mix E MIX AUDIO BALANCE MONITOR ST-1 ST-2 When you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode, you can set the audio output to play: stereo 1 (the original sound), stereo 2 (any new sound, dubbed to the tape after recording), or mix the balance between the two. • Audio from the 16-bit mode only contains stereo 1 sound and so you cannot/do not need to select the audio mix. The same is true for the 12-bit stereo 1 mode, unless new sound has been added post-recording.
Selecting audio output channels E When you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels, you can change the output channels of that sound. CAMERA VCR SET UP ( MV5i MC PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) OUTPUT CH•••L/R 39) 1. Load a tape recorded with multiple-channel audio. 2. Open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then select OUTPUT CH, set it to the desired setting and close the menu. • Refer to the following list.
Connecting to a PC Using a DV Cable By using a DV cable and connecting the camcorder to a PC equipped with a DV terminal conforming to IEEE 1394/DV compatible capture board, you can transfer images taken with the camcorder to your PC. • While connected, it is recommended that you power your camcorder from a household power socket using the power adapter. • Turn off the power of both the camcorder and the PC before connecting. • Optional software necessary.
MV5i MC Memory Card Introduction The camcorder can record, store and manage still images/movies on 2 types of memory cards: the SD Memory Card (supplied with the camcorder) or the MultiMediaCard (commercially available). The SD Memory Card has the protect switch to protect your recordings from accidental erasure. The SD Memory Card and the MultiMediaCard fit into the same slot.
Inserting and removing the memory card E Card access indicator 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. • When removing the memory card, make sure the card access indicator is off. 2. Open the memory card compartment cover in the direction of the arrow. 3. Insert or remove the memory card. • Push the memory card all the way in. • Remove the memory card by pushing the card in and letting it spring out. Do not attempt to pull the memory card out without first pushing it in. 4. Close the cover.
Selecting the Still Image Quality E Still image Quality: Superfine, Fine, Standard CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD SET UP ( MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) SI QUALITY••FINE 39) To change the image quality, open the menu and select CARD SET UP. Then select SI QUALITY, set it to FINE or STANDARD, and close the menu. • The image quality may not differ between the settings depending on the still image.
Maximum Number of Still Images on an 8 MB Memory Card and Their File Sizes E 1024 × 768 640 × 480 No of Images File Size per Image No of Images File Size per Image Approx. 14 images 440 KB Approx. 35 images 175 KB Approx. 20 images 300 KB Approx. 52 images 120 KB Approx. 39 images 160 KB Approx. 86 images 65 KB Image Size Image Quality Superfine Fine Standard Maximum Recording Time of Movies on an 8 MB Memory Card and Their File Sizes Image Size 320 × 240 160 × 120 Max.
File numbers E The Still images/movies you take are automatically assigned file numbers from 0101-9900 and stored in folders of 100 images each. Each folder is numbered from 101 to 998 and recorded on the memory card. Sample images have been prerecorded on the supplied SD Memory Card, entering folder number 100 (folder name is “100canon”). Set the image file numbers so that they reset each time a new memory card is inserted, or so that they count up Three images are recorded on the card. continuously.
Turning off the shutter sound E Makes the sound of a shutter being released when a still image is recorded to a memory card. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD SET UP ( MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) SHTR SOUND••ON 39) To turn the shutter sound off, open the menu and select CARD SET UP. Then select SHTR SOUND, set it to OFF and close the menu.
Recording Still Images onto a Memory Card 2 E 3 1 4 You can record still images onto a memory card. In addition to the still images you record directly onto the memory card, you can record images from a tape in the camcorder, or images input via the DV terminal or AV terminal onto the memory card. • When you are using an SD Memory Card, make sure the protect switch is set to allow recording. • Make sure a memory card with enough memory available is inserted into the camcorder.
4. Press the PHOTO button fully down to record the still image. • F disappears from the display. The shutter sound sounds and simultaneously the display appears to close for an instant as if it were a shutter releasing. • The card access indicator flashes and the card access display appears in the display (See “The indicators that appear in the LCD display when LCD MIRROR is turned on” on page 28).
Recording Still Images from a Tape 1 E 2 3 Record an image from a tape onto a memory card as still images. To automatically record multiple still images from a tape to a memory card, refer to “Copying Still Images from Tape to Memory Card” ( 143). • The still image’s data code will reflect the date and time it has been recorded to the memory card. • The image size of a still image recorded from tape onto a memory card will be 640 × 480.
Recording Still Images from Other Devices (VCR, TV or Other Digital Camcorders) You can record images from a VCR or TV connected through the S-terminal or AV terminal (analog line-in), as well as images from other digital camcorders connected through the DV terminal onto the memory card as still images. Refer to p. 86 for connecting instructions. • The data code of the still image will reflect the date and time it has been recorded onto the memory card.
Recording E 1. Start playback on the other device. 2. When the image you want to record appears in the display, press the PHOTO button halfway down and hold it. • The image appears as a still image in the display. • The number of images that can still be recorded on the memory card appears in the display. 3. Press the PHOTO button fully down to record the image to the memory card. • The card access indicator flashes.
Recording Movies onto a Memory Card You can record movies onto a memory card. Transferring the movie to a PC allows you to view it on the PC or to attach it to your e-mail (please refer to the CANON DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK for detailed instructions). In addition to the movie you record directly onto the memory card, you can record movies from a tape or input via the AV terminal (analog line-in) or the DV terminal onto the memory card.
Recording Movies from a Tape You can record a movie from a tape to a memory card. • The data code of the movie will reflect the date and time it has been recorded to the memory card. E CAMERA 1. 2. 3. 4. PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) Turn the POWER switch to PLAY (VCR). Move the TAPE/CARD switch to TAPE. Play back the cassette. When the image you want to record appears in the display, press the START/STOP button.
Recording Movies from Other Devices (VCR, TV or Other Digital Camcorders) You can record images from a VCR or TV connected through the S-terminal or AV terminal (analog line-in), as well as images from other digital camcorders connected through the DV terminal onto the memory card as movies. Refer to p. 32, 86 for connecting instructions. • The data code of the movie will reflect the date and time it has been recorded onto the memory card. E Preparations CAMERA 1. 2. 3. 4.
Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) You can merge separate images into one large panoramic scene using the supplied software (PhotoStitch) on a PC. You can shoot a subject that won’t fit into a single frame, such as a landscape, and stitch it together later. E Recording Photo Stitch detects the overlapping portions of adjoining images and merges them. When recording, try to include a distinctive item (landmark, etc.) in the overlapping portions.
Notes: • The overlapped area should be set between 30 to 50% of the frame. Discrepancies above and below the frame can be automatically compensated if within 10%. • Make sure that no moving subject is included in the overlapping area. • Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and close items. Objects may appear warped or doubled up.
Playing Back a Memory Card E CARD SLIDE SHOW Play back and view still images/movies recorded on a memory card. (For details on connecting to a TV, see “Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 32.) You can also enlarge the still images by 2 times while viewing ( 79). • The camcorder may not be able to copy or play, etc., still images/movies recorded on a non-Canon camcorder.
● Single Image CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA E MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) 1. Turn the POWER switch to PLAY (VCR). 2. Move the TAPE/CARD switch to CARD. • The last still image/movie recorded appears in the display. • Movies will be displayed with the first scene as a still image. 3. Search for the desired still image/movie by pressing the CARD +/– buttons. • Press + to view the next still image/movie and – to view the previous still image/movie.
● Slide Show E CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC MV5i MC CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) With an still image/movie in the display, press the SLIDE SHOW button. • Still images are automatically played back one after another. • Movies are played back normally. To stop the slide show, press the SLIDE SHOW button. • The slide show starts or stops each time you press the SLIDE SHOW button. ● Index Screen Up to 6 still images/movies appear at once, allowing you to search quickly through the still images/movies.
Settings of Still Images/Movies E You can easily erase unwanted still images/movies recorded to the memory card while viewing them, protect them from accidental erasure, or mark a still image for printing. (File Operation) Movies will be displayed with the first scene as a still image, indicated by a movie frame. • File Operation is set in CARD PLAY (VCR) mode. ● Preventing accidental erasure (Protect ) Select important still images/movies and protect them from accidental erasure.
● Erasing still images/movies Erase still images/movies singly or all at once. • You cannot erase protected still images/movies. Cancel image protection first in order to erase an image. • Erase still images/movies with caution. Once a still image/movie has been erased, it cannot be restored. E There are 2 ways to erase a single still image/movie. To erase still images/movies one at a time 1.
File Operation (FILE OPER.) CAMERA PLAY (VCR) E MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) 1. With a still image/movie in the display, press the SET button to open the FILE OPER. menu. • PROTECT , PRINT MARK , and IMAGE ERASE settings appear. • If you select |RETURN, the menu disappears from the display. To protect a still image/movie 2. Select PROTECT • • • • • and press the SET button. The protect mark appears on the still image/movie. Now you are unable to erase this still image/movie.
Preventing Accidental Erasure (Protect) E CARD SLIDE SHOW This section describes how to protect the still image/movie from the Card Operation submenu when displaying an index screen in CARD PLAY (VCR) mode (including the way to cancel the setting) . You can also protect a still image/movie through File Operation menu ( 127). Protecting a still image/movie while viewing an index screen CAMERA CARD OPER.
Marking a Still Image for Printing (Print Mark) E This section describes how to mark the still image for printing from Card operation submenu in CARD PLAY (VCR) mode (including the way to cancel the setting). • When displaying an index screen, you can mark the still image for printing. • When playing back a single still image, you can erase all print marks. • Movies cannot be marked for printing. The frame on the index screen will turn purple, indicating that the movie cannot be selected for print mark.
Notes: • To cancel a print mark, move the frame to the print-marked a still image, set the number of prints to 0 (Zero) with the selector dial and press the SET button. The print mark disappears. • If there are a large number of images recorded on the memory card, it may take time for a print mark to appear on a still image. E Erasing all print marks CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD OPER.
Erasing Still Images/Movies E CARD SLIDE SHOW This section describes how to erase the still image/movie from the Card Operation submenu when playing back a single still image/movie in CARD PLAY (VCR) mode. (SINGLE or ALL) You can also erase a still image/movie through File Operation menu ( 127). CAMERA CARD OPER. ( PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) IMAGE ERASE 39) Make sure a memory card that has still images/movies recorded on it is inserted into the camcorder.
5. Select YES and press the SET button. E • The still image/movie erases and the previous still image/movie appears for erasing. • To erase another single still image/movie, move to that still image/movie with the CARD +/– buttons, and select YES. • If the still image/movie you are trying to erase is a protected still image/movie, YES appears in purple and is unselectable. • If you select NO, you return to step 4. 6. Close the menu. To erase all still images/movies on the memory card at once 1.
Using the Card Photo Printer CP-10 (Optional) You can print out still images recorded to the memory card by connecting the Card Photo Printer CP-10 (optional) directly to the camcorder without using a PC. It can also be used with the print mark settings ( 129). E • Two direct interface cables are supplied with the Card Photo Printer CP-10. Use the cable with the USB logo on the connector (DIF-100).
2. Press the SET button. E • The print dialog appears. 3. Make sure that [Print] is selected and press the SET button. • Printing starts and, when it is completely finished, the display will return to playback mode. • If you wish to continue printing, select the next still image with the CARD+ or CARD- button. MV5i MC Using a Memory Card Printing Errors • If an error occurs during printing, error messages such as “NO INK”, “PAPER JAM” or “NO PAPER” will display.
Selecting the number of copies E You can set the number of copies to a maximum of 9 prints. 1. Turn the selector dial so that [SET] appears next to [Copies] and press the SET button. 2. Turn the selector dial and specify the number of copies. 3. Press the SET button. Setting the print style Image Borders 1. On the print dialog, turn the selector dial, select [Style] and press the SET button. • The dialog for selecting the style appears. MV5i MC Prints 1 still image per page.
Selecting the Image Style (Standard/Multiple) E 2. Press the SET button. • The dialog for selecting the image style appears. 3. Turn the selector dial, select [Multiple] and press the SET button. 4. Press the Menu button. Selecting the Borders (Bordered/Borderless) [Borders] can only be selected when the image style is set to [Standard]. [Bordered] cannot be selected when you have set the [Printing Area]. 2. Turn the selector dial.
4. Select [Borderless] and press the SET button. E 5. Press the Menu button. Setting the Printing Area [Printing Area] cannot be selected when the still image is set to [Bordered]. 1. On the print dialog, select [Printing Area] and press the SET button. 2. Turn the selector dial and select the printing area. • The printing area is for standard images and for multiple images.
Cancel Printing E Press the SET button while the [Now printing] dialog is displayed. A confirmation dialog displays. Make sure that [OK] is selected and press the SET button. • A print in progress cannot be stopped. Printing of the next still images will be cancelled and the display will return to playback mode. Printing still images marked for printing You can print still images marked for printing automatically with the Card Photo Printer CP-10.
3. If you wish to print without changing the style settings, make sure [OK] is selected and press the SET button. E • Printing starts and, when it is completely finished, the display will return to playback mode. If you wish to change the style settings, select [Style] and press the SET button. Select [Image] or [Borders], select the desired setting and press the SET button. Cancel Printing Press the SET button while the [Now printing] dialog is displayed. A confirmation dialog displays.
Combining Images and Recording Them to a Cassette (Card Mix) Enhance the appearance of your recordings by combining still images from the memory card with camcorder recordings. You may select from pre-recorded cartoon-like frames, or create personal frames and titles that can be layered over movies or still images. E Select from 3 types of Card Mix effects: CARD CHROMA (Card chroma key) Combine the image you are recording with a still image as a frame.
CAM. CHROMA (Camera chroma key) Combine the image you are recording with a still image as the background. Shoot the subject in front of a blue background, such as a blue curtain, and the subjects not blue will be superimposed on the still image. Adjustment of the MIX LEVEL: blue area of the image you are recording Image being recorded by the camcorder E Still image Mix level The mix level bar appears. Adjust the mix level using the – and + at the ends of the bar as guides.
4. Select MIX TYPE. E • CARD CHROMA, CARD LUMI., CAM. CHROMA settings appear. 5. Select the desired setting. • Your currently recording image is combined with the pre-recorded still image. 6. Select MIX LEVEL and press the SET button. 7. Adjust the mix level. • Turning the selector dial upwards adjusts to the right and turning downwards adjusts to the left. 8. Close the menu. • CARD MIX flashes in the display. On/Off 9. Press the CARD MIX button. • CARD MIX stops flashing.
Copying Still Images from Tape to Memory Card E Copies multiple still images from a tape to the memory card, using the Photo Search function. • The still images’ data codes will reflect the date and time the copies are made. • The image size of a still image copied from tape to memory card will be 640 × 480. CAMERA CARD OPER.
Copying Still Images from Memory Card to Tape E Copies multiple still images from the memory card to a tape. • The still images’ data codes will reflect the date and time the copies are made. COPY[ CARD OPER. ( ] 39) Make sure a memory card that has images recorded on it and a cassette that has enough recordable space have been inserted into the camcorder. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) 1.
Formatting a Memory Card E Format new memory cards, if you get the message CARD ERROR, or to permanently and quickly erase all the still images/movies on a memory card, including protected still images/movies (this includes the pre-recorded card mix sample images). The SD Memory Card supplied with this camcorder has already been formatted for you. • Be cautious when formatting recorded memory cards. All still images/movies will be permanently erased.
Utilizing Memory Card Still Images/Movies on a PC You can download still images/movies from a memory card to a PC connected via the USB interface. By using the provided software, you can organize and store still images/movies and print out still images with added titles or frames. Use the USB cable and the Canon Digital Video Solution Disk/ArcSoft Camera Suite CD with the camcorder.
Other Information and Precautions The camcorder formats memory cards in DCF (Design rule for Camera File system). Still images/movies recorded on a memory card with this camcorder can also be transferred to a PC with the use of the following products made for SD Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards: E PC Card Adapter: Holds a memory card then inserts into the PC card slot found on most types of laptop PCs. FD Adapter: Holds a memory card then inserts into a PC’s floppy disk drive.
• Do not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fields. • Do not disassemble memory cards. • Do not bend or drop memory cards, or expose them to strong vibrations or external shocks. • Do not get memory cards wet. • Do not remove the memory card’s label or affix other labels. Affix labels to the memory card’s case. • Do not leave memory cards in places subject to high temperature or high humidity.
Card luminance key E Camera chroma key • The pre-recorded sample images on the supplied SD Memory Card are intended solely for the personal enjoyment gained from combining them with personal videos taken with this camcorder. Do not use the pre-recorded sample images for any other purpose.
Preparing the Camcorder E Adjusting the viewfinder • Set the camcorder to TAPE CAMERA mode. Adjust the viewfinder focusing lever to suit your eyesight. • To view with the viewfinder, make sure the LCD panel is either turned so that the subject can monitor viewing, or totally closed with the screen facing inwards. • Be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight, or it will melt. (The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.) Do not direct the viewfinder to the sun.
Notes on Using the Batteries Charging and recording times • These times vary — the safest policy is always to have 2 or 3 times as many battery packs as you think you will need. • You will get more recording time if you turn the camcorder off between shots, instead of leaving it in record pause mode. • Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 10°C and 30°C (50°F and 86°F). • The charging time varies depending on the charging conditions. (At 0 degrees, charging will take about 2 times longer as usual.
E How much power is left? The indicator in the display shows you approximately how much charge the battery pack has left: Notes: • When the power is completely exhausted, “CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK” appears in the display for 4 seconds and the empty battery mark starts to flash. The power indicator light also flashes. • The indicator is not constant — different levels will be shown when you subject the battery pack and camcorder to different conditions.
Installing the backup battery Press the small button with a pen and pull out the battery holder. Insert the battery into the battery holder so that the + side of the battery faces the + sign on the battery holder. Insert the battery holder back into place. E This backup battery allows the camcorder to remember the date and time and other settings when main power source is removed. It has a life span of about a year.
Maintenance E Cautions Avoid high temperatures and high humidity. • Do not leave the camcorder inside a car in hot weather, for example. • Be careful of heat radiating from video lighting equipment. • Do not take the camcorder into a humid room. Avoid sudden changes in temperature. • If you take the camcorder from a cold place to a warm place, condensation may form on the lens and internal parts ( 157). Do not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources.
Storage If you do not intend to use the camcorder for some time, store it in an area which is free of dust and moisture, and where the temperature is no higher than 30°C (86°F). After storage, check each part and function of your camcorder to make sure everything is still working properly. E Note: • These cautions also apply to accessories such as battery packs and cassettes. Maintenance LCD • Clean the LCD screen using a commercially available cleaning cloth for glasses.
E Using the camcorder abroad Power sources • You can use the compact power adapter and battery charger to operate your camcorder and charge battery packs in any country where the electricity supply is between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug adapters for overseas use. Additional Information TV playback • Although you can always play back your recordings on the LCD screen, your camcorder can only be connected to TVs which use its PAL system.
Condensation Condensation may form on the camcorder when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place. Using the camcorder while condensation is present can damage both the tape and the camcorder.
Troubleshooting E Refer to this checklist first if you have any problems with your camcorder. Possible explanations are given for each problem on the list — turn to the page numbers in parentheses for more information. Make sure that the camcorder is properly connected if you are using it with a TV or VCR. Consult your dealer or service outlet if problems persist. Additional Information Recording/Playback 158 Problem Cause and/or what to do about it ? Nothing happens when I press the buttons.
? The camcorder won’t focus. • The camcorder is on manual focus ( 76). • The viewfinder lens needs adjusting ( 150). • The lens is dirty ( 155). E Note: • Some subjects are not suitable for autofocus. In these situations, you will often get better results using manual focus ( 76). Focus on something which is about the same distance away, lock the focus, and then point the camcorder at your original, hard-to-focus subject.
E ? There’s no picture on the TV screen. • AV/PHONES is not set to AV in the menu. • AV \ DV OUT (Analog-digital converter) is not set to OFF in the menu. ? There’s no picture on the TV screen, even though the tape is moving. • The video heads need cleaning ( 155). • The TV/VIDEO selector on the TV isn’t set to VIDEO ( 33-35). ? There’s no sound coming from the speaker during playback. • The speaker has been turned off with the selector dial ( 31). • Headphones are being used.
? The PHOTO button doesn’t work. ? The image cannot be erased. • The memory card is not loaded ( 107). • You are using an SD Memory Card and it is set for erasure prevention. Change the position of the protect switch. • The memory card is full. Erase images ( 126) or insert a new memory card. • You have reached the maximum file number. Set the file numbering to RESET through the menu ( 110) and insert a new memory card. • You are using an unformatted memory card. Format the card ( 145).
The MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) E WD-28 Wideconverter CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger (Available soon) WL-D77 Wireless Controller TL-28 Teleconverter MiniDV Video Cassette NB-2L/BP-2L12 Battery Pack CB-2LTE Battery Charger FS-28U Filter Set CA-PS 700 Compact Power Adapter NB-2L, BP-2L12 Battery Pack ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller S-150 S-video Cable VCR CP-10 Card Photo Printer PC-A10 SCART Adapter STV-250N Stereo Video Cable SA-1 Adapter Bracket TV CV-1
Optional Accessories Battery Packs The Battery Pack BP-2L12 can also be used with the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC. NB-2L BP-2L12 E CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger Connect the car battery cable to recharge battery packs on the move. The car battery cable plugs into your car’s cigarette lighter socket and runs off a 12-24 V DC negative ground battery. TL-28 Tele-converter This tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.9.
E Zoom Remote Controller ZR-1000 When this product is plugged into the LANC m terminal of a Canon camcorder, it is possible to control functions such as the start and stop of recording and the zoom and focusing functions while the camcorder is mounted on a tripod, without touching the camcorder body itself. SA-1 Adapter Bracket Attaches a video light or microphone securely to the camera SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories.
Screen Displays To display the date and time, press the DATA CODE button. See also p. 80. Press the wireless controller’s TV SCREEN button or turn TV SCREEN on through the menu to see the other displays on the TV screen. (The displays appear white on-screen.) They will not be added to any recordings you make with the camcorder. CAMERA DISP.
E Shows how much battery power remains ( 151). Rewind ( 28) REW Fast forward playback ( 28) The battery pack is exhausted ( 151). Rewind playback ( 28) Frame advance playback ( 29) No cassette is loaded, or it is set for erasure prevention ( 16, 17). Frame reverse playback ( 29) Remaining tape (Green: more than five minutes. Yellow: less than five minutes. Red: final few seconds.
Zoom display ( Optical zoom Self-timer countdown ( 71) 23): Optical plus 40× digital zoom Optical plus 200× digital zoom W T W Zero set memory ( 84) T W W Zoom out W T PLAY MENU ( MV5i/MV5i MC :VCR) ( 42) 69) 16bit T Data code ( 80) F1.8 1/250 12:00 AM 1.JAN.2002 T Photo mode ( The image stabilizer is turned on ( 56). CAM. MENU ( 41) E 0:00:00M Audio mode ( Zoom in 10sec SELF–T. 54) PHOTO CAM.MENU CARD MIX CAM.SET UP VCR SET UP DISP.
E The 16:9 mode: the display flashes when the effect is being selected, and appears steadily when it is activated ( 21). Digital effects. The display flashes when the function is being selected and appears steadily when it is activated ( 62).
MV5i MC Memory Card Displays No memory card is inserted ( 107) Still Image Size ( 113) Movie Size( 1024 113) 320 Image quality( Standard 107) FINE Super Fine Card mix ( E 125) 140) Print mark ( 125) Data code ( 80) CARD MIX 12:00 AM 1.JAN.2002 S.
Time Code E 0:12:34:12 This records counter information, including hour, minute, second, and frame number on a special data code area on the tape itself. It is reset automatically when a new tape is loaded. In TAPE CAMERA mode, the frame number doesn’t appear in the display. Recording reminder 0sec 10sec When you start recording, the camcorder counts from 0 sec to 10 sec. Shots which are shorter than ten seconds may be difficult to edit later.
Caution phrases E The camcorder displays various caution phrases — they appear for 4 seconds before disappearing. Appears each time you turn the power on, until you set the time zone, date and time ( 51). Appears when the battery pack is exhausted ( 151). Appears when the tape has reached the end. SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK Appears as a warning to protect the tape and also when condensation is detected.
E Appears immediately after you start HEADS DIRTY, recording, and the USE CLEANING CASSETTE video heads are badly contaminated. Make sure to clean the video heads when this caution appears. ( 155) MV5i MC Memory card caution phrases An error has occurred with the memory card. The camcorder CARD ERROR can not record or play back. A temporary card error is also possible.
Specifications MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC Power Supply (rated): 7.4 V DC Power Consumption (while recording with the AF turned on): 3.4 W (Using viewfinder), 4.
E Estimated SD Memory Card SDC-8M capacities (approx.): 1024 × 768: Superfine 14 images/Fine 20 images/Standard 39 images 640 × 480: Superfine 35 images/Fine 52 images/ Standard 86 images • The actual number you can record varies depending on the images. Remember that the sample images recorded on the supplied SD Memory Card are included in the total number. Additional Information USB terminal*: mini-B * USB2.
Index 16:9, 21 ‰ Easy Recording, 59 Editing to a VCR, 85 Effects, 64 Erasing Still Images*, 126, 131 External Microphone, 69, 97 Å Abroad, Using the Camcorder, 156 Accessories, 7, 163 AE Programs, 57 AE Shift, 73 Analog line-in**, 90 Analog-digital converter, 92 Audio Dubbing, 97 Audio Mix, 103 Audio Mode, 69 Audio Output, 103 Audio/Video Terminal, 32 Auto, 59 Autofocus, 76 AV Insert**, 94 ı Backup Battery, 153 Battery Charger, 14 Battery Pack, 14-15, 151 Beep, 22 Brightness, 26 Ï Faders, 62 Fast Forwar
E Ø Í Optional Accessories, 163 S1 video terminal, 34 Sample images*, 148 Sand & Snow, 60 Screen Displays, 165 SD Memory Card*, 106, 112, 147 Self-Timer, 71 Shutter Sound*, 111 Shutter Speed, 74 Slide Show*, 124 SP Mode, 20 Speaker, 31 Sports, 59 Spotlight, 59 Still Images, 54, 112 Storage, 155 S-video, 34 System Diagram, 162 ∏ Pause, Record, 18 PC Connection, 105, 146 Photo Search, 83 Playback Connection, 32 Playback Pause, 29 Playing Back a Tape, 28 Playing Back Memory Card, 122 Portrait, 59 Power Ada
Û E Zero Set Memory, 84 Zooming, 23 Additional Information * MV5i MC only ** MV5i/MV5i MC only 177
Menu at a Glance E Use the list below to quickly navigate the camcorder’s menu. Functions are listed alphabetically. First make sure the camera is set to... Function CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) 16:9 effect CAM.SET UP 6-sec. Date DISP.SET UP MV5i/ MV5i MC Audio dub VCR SET UP Audio mode VCR SET UP AV/headphones MV5i MC MV5i MC AV → DV out Beep MV5i MC MV5i MC SYSTEM Brightness MV5i MC MV5i MC DISP.SET UP MV5i MC MV5i MC MV5i MC DISP.
First make sure the camera is set to... Function CAMERA PLAY (VCR) MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) Then select it from this submenu and set. Erase MV5i MC CARD OPER. Erase all print marks MV5i MC CARD OPER. File numbers MV5i MC MV5i MC Format CARD SET UP MV5i MC Image stabilizer CARD OPER. CAM.SET UP MV5i MC LCD Mirror mode DISP.
E First make sure the camera is set to... Function CAMERA Additional Information MV5i MC CARD CAMERA MV5i MC CARD PLAY (VCR) Time zone/DST MV5i MC SYSTEM TV screen MV5i MC DISP.SET UP White balance MV5i MC CAM.SET UP Wind screen 180 PLAY (VCR) Then select it from this submenu and set.
