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Cleaning the Video Heads Introduction Digital video camcorders record video signals onto the tape in very thin lines (as thin as 1/8 the width of a hair). The following anomalies may appear if the video heads become dirty even a little. • Mosaic or other blocky video artifacts (Fig. 1) or banding (Fig. 2) appear on the picture during playback. • Sound becomes distorted, or there is no sound during playback. • The message “HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears. Fig.
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. WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Y P O C 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.
Table of contents Introduction ______________________________ 8 Y P O C 9 9 10 13 About this Manual Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories Components Guide Screen Displays Preparations _____________________________ 15 15 17 17 19 19 19 20 22 22 22 23 23 23 25 4 Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Installing the Backup Battery Preparing the Wireless Controller ( and Accessories only) Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Joystick and Joystick Guide Using the Menus
Table of contents Video ____________________________________ Y P O C 26 26 28 30 31 31 31 33 33 34 34 35 35 37 38 38 39 40 41 42 42 43 44 Basic Recording Shooting Video Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom Quick Start Function Reviewing the Last Scene Recorded Basic Playback Playing Back Video Returning to a Pre-marked Position Locating the Beginning of a Recording Date Locating the End of the Last Scene On-Screen Displays (Data Code) Advanced Function : Special Scene Recording Programs Fl
External Connections _______________________ Y P O C 46 47 48 48 49 6 Connecting to a TV or VCR Connection Diagrams Playback on a TV Screen Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder Audio Dubbing 51 Connecting to a Computer 51 52 PC Connection Diagram Transferring Video Recordings
Table of contents Additional Information ______________________ Y P O C 53 53 54 54 55 55 56 57 58 59 59 61 63 63 65 67 Appendix: Menu Options Lists FUNC. Menu Setup Menus Camera Setup (Advanced Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) VCR Setup (Recording Mode, TV Type, etc.) Audio Setup (Audio Mode, Wind Screen, etc.) Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) System Setup (Beep, Power Save, etc.
Introduction About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon MD235/MD216/MD215/MD205. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting ( 59). Conventions Used in this Manual • • • • • • • Y P O C IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation. NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories CA-590E Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-2L5 Battery Pack Y P O C Lithium Button Battery (CR1616) ( WL-D85 Wireless Controller STV-250N Stereo Video Cable incl.
Introduction Components Guide Left side view Lens cover switch ( 26) ( open, closed) DV terminal ( 47, 51) MIC (microphone) terminal ( AV terminal ( 47) CHARGE indicator ( 15) Speaker Mode switch ( 27) Easy recording Recording programs Grip belt ( 18) Strap mount ( 71) Lock button switch ( 19) Stereo microphone 39) Y P O C Right side view Front view 10 Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a “button” frame (for example FUNC. ).
Back view Top view Joystick ( 19) FUNC. button ( 20, 53) D.EFFECTS button ( 44) Remote sensor ( 18) Viewfinder ( 28) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 28) QUICK START button ( 30) Start/Stop button ( 26) DC IN terminal ( 15) Backup battery compartment ( 17) Serial number/ Battery attachment unit ( 15) LCD screen ( 23) Cassette compartment ( 25) Cassette compartment cover ( 25) Zoom lever ( 28) OPEN/EJECT switch ( 25) Tripod socket ( 18) BATT.
Introduction Wireless Controller WL-D85 START/ STOP PHOTO START/STOP button ( 26) CARD –/+ buttons* DATE SEARCH / buttons ( REW button ( 31) button ( 31) PAUSE button ( 31) SLOW button ( 31) AUDIO DUB. button ( 49) ZERO SET MEMORY button ( 33) PHOTO button* Zoom buttons ( 28) PLAY button ( 31) FF button ( 31) STOP button ( 31) button ( 31) button ( 31) TV SCREEN button ( 57) ZOOM Y P O C CARD DATE SEARCH REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE SLOW ZERO SET AUDIO DUB.
Screen Displays Recording Movies Zoom ( 28), Exposure ( Recording program ( 35) White balance ( 42) Image effect ( 43) LCD video light ( 38) Digital effects ( 44) Condensation warning ( 66) Shutter speed ( 37) Self timer ( 38) Exposure adjustment ( 42) Manual focus ( 41) Image stabilizer ( 54) Recording mode ( 55) Tape operation ( 14) Time code (hours : minutes : seconds) Remaining tape ( 14) Remaining battery charge ( 14) Wind screen off ( 56) Audio recording mode ( 39) Remote sensor off ( 57) Backup batte
Introduction Tape operation Note that some playback and search modes are only available when using the wireless controller (not included with all models).
Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcorder. Getting Started Getting Started 1 Turn off the camcorder. 2 Attach the battery pack to the Y P O C Charging the Battery Pack camcorder. Press the battery pack lightly and slide it up until it clicks. CHARGE indicator The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. Charge the battery pack before use.
Preparations • You can also use the compact power adapter without attaching a battery pack. • When the compact power adapter is connected, even if a battery is attached its power will not be consumed. on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. NOTES • The CHARGE indicator also serves as a rough estimate of the battery charge status. Continuously on: Battery pack fully charged. Two quick flashes at 1-second intervals: Battery pack at least 50% charged.
Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery (lithium button battery CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain the date, time ( 23) and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings. NOTES The battery life of the backup battery is about one year. flashes in red when the lithium button battery is not installed, or when it needs to be replaced.
Preparations TO USE THE WIRELESS CONTROLLER Y P O C Point the controller at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons. You can rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to use the wireless controller from the front of the camcorder. NOTES Accessories Fasten the grip belt. Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Start/Stop button with your thumb.
Basic Operation of the Camcorder Basic Operation of the Camcorder Joystick and Joystick Guide Use the joystick to operate the camcorder's menus. Operating Modes Push the joystick up, down, left or right ( , ) to select an item or change settings. Y P O C The camcorder’s operating mode is determined by the position of the switch. In the manual, indicates that a function is available in the operating mode shown and indicates that the function is not available.
Preparations Using the Menus Many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menus that open after pressing the FUNC. button ( FUNC. ). For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists ( 53). 3 Select ( ) the desired setting from the available options at the bottom bar. • The selected option will be highlighted in light blue. Menu items not available will appear grayed out.
1 Press FUNC. . 2 Select ( ) the ( icon and press ) to open the setup menus. 3 Select ( ) the desired menu from the left side column and press ( ). The title of the selected menu appears on top of the screen and under it the list of settings. ) the setting you want to change and press ( ). • An orange frame will indicate the menu item currently selected. Menu items not available will appear grayed out. • To return to the menu selection screen, select ( ) [ RETURN] and press ( ).
Preparations First Time Settings First Time Settings Changing the Time Zone Change the time zone to match your location. The default setting is Paris or Singapore, depending on the region of purchase. Changing the Language Y P O C The language for on-screen and menu displays can be changed. The list of available languages depends on the region where you purchased the camcorder.
Getting Ready to Start Recording Setting the Date and Time FUNC. ( Getting Ready to Start Recording Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen 20) 1 Open the date and time setup Y P O C screen. FUNC. [ MENU] [ DATE/TIME SETUP] [DATE/TIME] Blinking arrows will be displayed around the first field of the date. Before you start recording, open the lens cover. 2 Change each field of the date and time with the joystick ( ) and move ( ) to the next field. 3 Press ( ) to start the clock.
Preparations the LCD screen simultaneously. Rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees can be useful in the following cases: • When you wish to include yourself in the picture when recording with the self timer. • To allow the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller from the front. LCD Backlight You can set the brightness of the LCD screen to normal or bright. FUNC. ( 20) FUNC. Y P O C [ MENU] [ DISPLAY SETUP/ ] [BACKLIGHT] Desired option FUNC.
Inserting and Removing a Tape Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. Y P O C 4 Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and close the cassette compartment cover. IMPORTANT 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT fully in the direction of the arrow and open the cassette compartment cover. The cassette compartment opens automatically. 2 Insert the cassette. • Insert the cassette with the window facing the grip belt. • To remove a cassette pull it straight out.
Video This chapter covers functions related to shooting and playing back movies – from basic recording and zooming to more advanced manual picture adjustments. 1 Move the lens cover switch down Basic Recording Basic Recording to to open the lens cover. Y P O C 2 Holding the lock button pressed down, set the CAMERA. 3 Press Shooting Video Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads ( 2).
NOTES IMPORTANT When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable picture. Excessive camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use of fast zooms and panning can result in jittery scenes. In extreme cases, the playback of such scenes may result in visually induced motion sickness. If you experience such a reaction, immediately stop the playback and take a rest break as necessary.
Video Using the Viewfinder When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case, change the brightness of the LCD screen ( 24, 57) or use the viewfinder instead. To use the viewfinder, keep the LCD panel closed*. Zooming: Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom The camcorder offers three types of zoom: optical, advanced and digital zoom. You can also change the zoom speed.
FUNC. [ MENU] [ CAMERA SETUP] [ZOOM TYPE] Desired option FUNC. NOTES FUNC. ( 20) FUNC. [ MENU] [ CAMERA SETUP] [ZOOM SPEED] Desired option Y P O C • The zoom range of the advanced zoom will change depending on the aspect ratio of the scene ( 54). • The advanced zoom cannot be selected if [WIDESCREEN] is set to [ OFF]. [WIDESCREEN] set to [ ON] (16:9) 45x*, 36x** 41x**, * The picture angle will be wider at both full telephoto and full wide-angle.
Video 2 When you wish to resume Quick Start Function When you press QUICK START the camcorder enters the standby mode. In standby mode the camcorder consumes only about half the power used when recording, saving energy when you are using a battery pack. Additionally, when you press QUICK START again the camcorder is ready to start recording within approx. 1 second, ensuring you do not miss important shooting opportunities. 19) QUICK START firmly.
Basic Playback Reviewing the Last Scene Recorded ( 19) Basic Playback Playing Back Video Y P O C ( 19) EXP FOCUS 1 Set the mode switch to . 2 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( display it. ) to 3 Push the joystick ( ) momentarily toward and release it. • The camcorder will play back a few seconds of the last recording made and return to record pause mode.
Video 4 Push the joystick ( ) toward / to begin the playback. DURING PLAYBACK 5 Push the joystick ( ) toward / again to pause the playback. 6 Push the joystick ( ) toward to stop the playback. Y P O C TO ADJUST THE VOLUME During the playback of a scene: FUNC. [ SPEAKER VOLUME] Adjust ( ) the volume FUNC. • The sound from the built-in speaker will be muted when you close the LCD panel or while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the AV terminal.
Returning to a Pre-marked Position If you wish to return to a particular scene later, mark the point with the zero set memory and the tape will stop at that point when you rewind/fast forward the tape. This function is operated with the wireless controller. You can locate the change of the date/ time zone with the date search function. Y P O C ( 19) 1 While recording or during playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you wish to return to later. • The time code changes to “0:00:00 ”.
Video Locating the End of the Last Scene On-Screen Displays (Data Code) After playing back a tape, use this function to locate the end of the last scene recorded in order to continue recording from that point. The camcorder keeps a data code containing the date and time of recording. You can select the data to be displayed. Y P O C ( 19) ( Options POINTS TO CHECK Stop the playback before using this function. [ FUNC. [ ( 20) END SEARCH] Default value OFF] No data code display.
Advanced Function Advanced Functions : Special Scene Recording Programs ( 19) POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch: ( 20) FUNC. [ PROGRAM AE] Desired recording program FUNC. • Do not set the mode switch to during the actual recording of a scene; the brightness of the picture may change abruptly. • [ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/ [ BEACH]/[ SNOW] - The picture may not appear smooth during playback. • [ PORTRAIT] - The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in (T).
Video [ PROGRAM AE] The camcorder sets the aperture and shutter speed. [ BEACH] Use this mode to record on a sunny beach. It prevents the subject from being underexposed. [ PORTRAIT] The camcorder uses a large aperture, achieving a focus on the subject while blurring other distracting details. [ SUNSET] Use this mode to record sunsets in vibrant colors. [ SPORTS] Use this mode to record sports scenes such as tennis or golf. [ SPOTLIGHT] Use this mode to record spotlit scenes.
Flexible Recording: Changing the Shutter Speed Use the automatic exposure (AE) program to use functions like the white balance or image effects, or to select the shutter speed. Use faster shutter speeds to record subjects moving quickly. Use slower shutter speeds to add motion blur, emphasizing the feel of movement. Shutter speed guidelines Note that on screen only the denominator is displayed – [ 250] indicates a shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc. 1/50 To record under most ordinary conditions.
Video LCD Video Light Self Timer You can use the LCD video light to record in completely dark places. For a brighter picture, we recommend keeping a distance of about 20 cm 60 cm from the subject and/or using the [ NIGHT] recording program. When you activate the LCD video light, rotate the LCD panel to face the subject and use the viewfinder instead ( 28). ( POINTS TO CHECK Y P O C Set the camcorder to record pause mode. FUNC. ( ( FUNC. ( 20) FUNC.
ABOUT THE WIND SCREEN Audio Recording Mode You can change the quality of the audio recording. ( Options 19) The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind (only while using the built-in microphone). You can turn the wind screen off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible ( 56). Y P O C Default value Using an External Microphone [ 16bit] Records audio at the highest quality.
Video Selecting the Audio Track on a Tape with Dubbed Audio Audio Playback Modes Selecting the Audio Channel You can select the audio channel to play back when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels (either stereo sound or bilingual audio signals). Y P O C ( Options [ L/R] ( Options 19) You can select the audio track to play back when playing back a tape that has a dubbed audio track (Stereo 2) in addition to the original recorded audio (Stereo 1).
• Pushing the joystick ( ) toward [FOCUS] again will return the camcorder to autofocus. Manual Focus Adjustment Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. • Reflective surfaces • Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines • Fast moving subjects • Through wet windows • Night scenes 4 Push the joystick ( ) toward [BACK] to save the focus adjustment.
Video 4 Push the joystick ( ) toward Manual Exposure Adjustment [BACK] to lock and save the exposure setting. If you operate the zoom during exposure lock, the brightness of the image may change. At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). To correct this, you can manually adjust the exposure. Y P O C White Balance ( 19) POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch: (except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording program).
Image Effects FUNC. ( 20) FUNC. [ AUTO] Desired option* FUNC. * When you select [ SET], do not press FUNC. and continue instead with the procedure below. You can use the image effects to change the color saturation and contrast to record images with special color effects. Y P O C ( POINTS TO CHECK TO SET THE CUSTOM WHITE BALANCE Recording program: [ 1 Point the camcorder at a white object, zoom in until it fills the whole screen and press ( ).
Video Setting Digital Effects FUNC. ( ( 19) FUNC. [ D.EFFECT OFF] Desired option* FUNC. ** POINTS TO CHECK Y P O C Mode switch: Options [ Default value D.EFFECT OFF] Select this setting when you do not intend to use the digital effects. [ 20) FADE-T] (fade trigger), [ * While making the selection, you can preview the effect on the screen. ** The icon of the selected effect appears. Applying WIPE] Select one of the faders to begin or end a scene with a fade from or to a black screen.
TO FADE OUT Press D.EFFECTS ... : ...while recording, then press Start/Stop to fade out and pause the recording. : ...during playback, then push the joystick ( ) toward / to fade out and pause the playback. NOTES • When you apply a fader, not only the picture but also the sound will fade in or out. When you apply an effect, the sound will be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you turn off the digital effects or change the recording program.
External Connections This chapter explains step-by-step how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer. Connecting to a TV or VCR Connecting to a TV or VCR Y P O C AV Terminal Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder. Open the LCD panel to access. DV Terminal • Check the type and orientation of the terminal and make sure you connect the DV cable properly.
Connection Diagrams Turn off all the devices when making the connections and refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. Terminal on the Camcorder Terminal on the Connected Device Connecting Cable Y P O C 1 Output connection (signal flow ) to a TV or VCR with AV Terminals. VIDEO Yellow Red 2 Output connection (signal flow AUDIO L White STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) R ) to a high-definition TV with a DV (IEEE1394) terminal.
External Connections Playback on a TV Screen The quality of the playback picture will vary depending on the connected TV and the type of connection used. ( 19) Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. When recording to a digital video recorder using the DV terminal, you can copy recordings with virtually no generation loss in video and sound quality.
5 Connected device: Begin recording when the scene you wish to copy appears. Stop recording when copying is complete. 6 This camcorder: Stop playback. Audio Dubbing You can add sound to a recording using the built-in or an external microphone. ( NOTES 19) Y P O C • We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. • When recording to a VCR using an analog connection –connection type 1 or 3 ( 47)–, the quality of the edited tape will be lower than the original.
External Connections 5 Press STOP to stop dubbing. IMPORTANT • Audio dubbing will stop if the tape has a blank section or a section recorded in LP mode or [ 16bit] audio. • The quality of the dubbed sound will not be as good when dubbing audio to a tape that was not recorded with this camcorder or after having dubbed audio over the same scene more than 3 times.
Connecting to a Computer Connecting to a Computer DV Terminal • Check the type and orientation of the terminal and make sure you connect the DV cable properly. • Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin-4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin-6 pin) DV cable. Y P O C Open the LCD panel to access. PC Connection Diagram Terminal on the Camcorder 1 Output connection (signal flow Connecting Cable Terminal on the Connected Device ) to a computer with a DV (IEEE1394) terminal or a DV capture board.
External Connections Transferring Video Recordings You can transfer recordings to a computer using the DV terminal. Equipment and System Requirements • A computer equipped with an IEEE1394 (DV) terminal or an IEEE1394 (DV) capturing board. • A DV cable. Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin-4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin-6 pin) DV Cable. • Video editing software. • The appropriate driver.
Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information. Appendix: Menu Options Lists Appendix: Menu Options Lists Y P O C Menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus ( 20). For details about each function, see the reference page. Menu options without a reference page are explained below the tables. FUNC. Menu FUNC.
Additional Information Setup Menus Camera Setup (Advanced Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) CAMERA SETUP Menu item CAMERA Setting options [SHUTTER]1 [ AUTO], [1/50], [1/120], [1/250], [1/500], [1/1000], [1/2000] z [A.
• Since the screens on the camcorder have an aspect ratio of 16:9, recordings with a 4:3 aspect ratio will appear in the center of the screen with black sidebars. • Playing back a widescreen recording: TV sets compatible with the WSS system will automatically switch to wide (16:9) mode. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the TV manually. To play back on a TV with normal aspect ratio (4:3) change the [TV TYPE] setting accordingly ( 55). VCR Setup (Recording Mode, TV Type, etc.
Additional Information [WIND SCREEN]: The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind when recording outdoors (only while using the built-in microphone). • The wind screen cannot be turned off when the mode switch is set to . [MIX BALANCE]: When [12bit AUDIO] is set to [ MIX/VAR.], adjust ( ) the sound balance with the joystick. • The camcorder will retain the audio balance adjustment, however if you turn off the camcorder, [12bit AUDIO] will be reset to [ STEREO1].
[BRIGHTNESS]: Adjust ( ) the brightness of the LCD display with the joystick. • Changing the brightness of the LCD display does not affect that of the viewfinder or the recordings. [TV SCREEN]: When set to [ ON], the camcorder’s on-screen displays will appear also on the screen of a connected TV or monitor. When the date and time are displayed on the camcorder’s screen they will also appear on a connected TV regardless of the [TV SCREEN] setting.
Additional Information [POWER SAVE]: In order to save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, it will automatically shut off if left without any operation for 5 minutes. Approximately 30 seconds before the camcorder shuts off, the message “ AUTO POWER OFF” will appear. Date/Time Setup DATE/TIME SETUP Menu item [T.ZONE DST] [DATE/TIME] Setting options CAMERA Y P O C [DATE FORMAT] List of world time zones. z z 22 – z z 23 [Y.M.D (2008.1.1 AM 12:00)], [M.D,Y (JAN.
Trouble? Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. Power Source Y P O C The camcorder will not turn on or it turns off by itself. The cassette compartment cover will not open or it stops halfway while you insert or remove a tape. The LCD/viewfinder switches on and off. - Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack ( 15). - Attach the battery pack correctly.
Additional Information flashes on the screen. - Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack ( flashes on the screen. - Condensation is detected. Refer to Condensation ( 15). 66). “REMOVE THE CASSETTE” appears on the screen. - Remove the cassette and reinsert it ( 25). The wireless controller will not work. - Set [WL.REMOTE] to [ON] ( 57). - The battery of the wireless controller is exhausted. Replace the battery ( Y P O C 17). Video noise appears on screen.
Playback During playback there is video noise. - Video heads are dirty. Clean the video heads ( Playback does not start. - Load a cassette ( 25). - Set the camcorder to - Tape reached the end (“ 2). ( 31). END” appears on the screen). Rewind the tape ( 25). Y P O C No sound from the built-in speaker. - Open the LCD panel. - Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume with the [SPEAKER VOLUME] setting ( Image will not appear on the TV screen.
Additional Information INCORRECT TAPE SPECIFICATION PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED - You attempted to play back a tape recorded in a different television system (NTSC) or in a recording standard not supported by this camcorder. REMOVE THE CASSETTE - Camcorder stopped operating to protect the tape. Remove the cassette and reinsert it ( 25). SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME - You have not set the time zone, date and time.
Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions Battery Pack DANGER! Camcorder Treat the battery pack with care. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 60 °C. Do not leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather. • Do not try to disassemble or modify it. • Do not drop or knock it. • Do not get it wet. Y P O C • Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel. Be careful when closing the LCD panel.
Additional Information • Although the battery pack’s operating temperature range is from 0 °C to 40 °C, the optimal range is from 10 °C to 30 °C. At cold temperatures, performance will temporarily decline. Warm it in your pocket before use. • Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes substantially at normal temperatures. • Do not use spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes as they may damage the camcorder.
Lithium Button Battery WARNING! • The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. • Do not disassemble, modify, immerse in water, heat above 100 °C or incinerate the battery. • Backup battery: Replace with a CR1616 battery made by Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Toshiba, Varta or Renata. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Additional Information Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected. Continued use may damage the camcorder. WHEN CONDENSATION IS DETECTED • The camcorder automatically shuts off, the warning message “CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED” appears for approx. 4 seconds and starts flashing.
Using the Camcorder Abroad Power Sources You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. 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 compatible with the PAL system.
Additional Information General Information System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger WS-20 Wrist Strap Y P O C SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap MiniDV videocassette NB-2LH, BP-2L5*, BP-2L14 Battery Pack CB-2LWE Battery Charger CA-590E Compact Power Adapter WL-85 Wireless Controller SCART adapter TV STV-250N Stereo Video Cable VCR SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case CV-150F/CV-250F DV Cable * The BP-2L5 is not available as a separate optional accessory.
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).
Additional Information Recording and Playback Times The recording and playback times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to recording mode and charging, recording or playback conditions. The effective usage time of the battery pack may decrease when recording in cold surroundings, when using the brighter screen settings, etc. Battery Pack Screen Used BP-2L5 NB-2LH BP-2L14 Y P O C Viewfinder LCD Viewfinder LCD Viewfinder LCD Maximum Recording Time 90 min. 85 min.
Shoulder Strap You can attach a shoulder strap for more security and portability. Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap. Y P O C WS-20 Wrist Strap Use this for extra additional protection for active shooting. SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories.
Additional Information Specifications MD245/MD225 System Y P O C Video Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system), digital component recording Audio Recording System PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48 kHz/2 channels); 12 bit (32 kHz) Television System CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) PAL color signal Image Sensor 1/6-inch CCD, approx. 1,070,000 pixels approx.
Lens f=2.6–96.2 mm, F/2.0–5.2, 37x power zoom 35 mm equivalent (all figures are approximate values) 16:9 Movies (advanced zoom) 41.7–1,877 mm (other zoom types) 47.1–1,743 mm 4:3 Movies (advanced zoom) 44.6–2,052 mm (other zoom types) 44.6–1,650 mm 35 mm equivalent (all figures are approximate values) 16:9 Movies (advanced zoom) 40.5–1,676 mm (other zoom types) 45.3–1,676 mm 4:3 Movies 49.8–1,843 mm Y P O C f=2.6–83.2 mm, F/2.0–4.
Additional Information Power/Others Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter) Power consumption 2.4 W (viewfinder), 2.5 W (LCD screen, normal brightness) 2.2 W (viewfinder), 2.3 W (LCD screen, normal brightness) Operating temperature 0 – 40 °C Dimensions (W x H x D) 68 x 82 x 127 mm excluding the grip belt Weight (camcorder body only) 380 g Y P O C CA-590E Compact Power Adapter Power input Rated output 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.14 – 0.08 A 8.4 V DC, 0.
Index E 6-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 A Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . .67 Aspect ratio of a connected TV (TV type) . . . . . .55 of movies (Widescreen) . . . . . . . . .54 Audio dubbing* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Audio mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Audio output channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Auto slow shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 AV terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional Information O V Onscreen display selection . . . . . . . . . . 34 P P (recording program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Portrait (recording program) . . . . . . . . . 36 Power save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Q Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Recording mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Recording programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Recording reminder . . . . . . . . . .
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