PUB.DIE-202 Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual CANON INC. English Canon Europa N.V. P.O. Box 2262, 1180 EG Amstelveen, the Netherlands Canon UK Ltd. CCI Service Centre, Unit 130 Centennial Park, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3SE, England Telephone 0870-241-2161 Introduction Canon Australia Pty. Ltd. Info-Line: 131383 www.canon.com.au Basic Functions Canon New Zealand Ltd. Customer Care: (09) 489 0470 www.canon.co.nz Canon Singapore Pte.
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. 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.
Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon MVX250i/MVX200i/MVX200. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Change the display language before you begin ( E 75). Symbols and References Used in This Manual ❍ : Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. : Reference page number. Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller.
Table of Contents Introduction Important Usage Instructions ........................................................................................2 Using this Manual ..........................................................................................................3 Checking Supplied Accessories ......................................................................................6 Components Guide .....................................................................................................
Changing the Remote Sensor Mode ..........................................................................76 Other Camcorder Settings ..........................................................................................77 Using the VFL-1 Video Flash Light (Optional)..........................................79 Editing E Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device ............................................................81 Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder)...................
Checking Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) NB-2LH Battery Pack Lithium Button Battery CR1616 WL-D83 Wireless Controller Two AA (R6) Batteries Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord SS-900 Shoulder Strap STV-250N Stereo Video Cable PC-A10 SCART Adapter* IFC-300PCU USB Cable SDC-8M SD Memory Card (containing sample images) * Not supplied in Oceania and China.
Components Guide MVX250i/MVX200i/MVX200 E REC SEARCH + button ( 26) / (fast forward) button ( 30) / CARD + button ( 108) FOCUS button ( 51) / (play/pause) button ( REC SEARCH – button ( 26) / (record review) button ( 26) / (rewind) button ( 30) / CARD – button ( 108) 30) NIGHT MODE button ( 47) / (stop) button ( 30) 71) CARD DIGITAL EFFECTS button ( 61) DRIVE MODE button ( 104) / REC PAUSE button* ( 83) (self-timer) button ( 57) / DATA CODE button ( 69) CARD MIX button ( 113) / (stitch assist) b
Advanced Accessory shoe( 79, 154) Accessory shoe ( Dioptric adjustment lever ( 16) (print/share) button ( PHOTO button ( Viewfinder protect cover ( 143) 120, 131) 96) Zoom lever ( 27) Program selector ( Viewfinder ( 153) 45) 16) Easy recording Program AE Strap mount ( 17) Built-in speaker ( Start/stop button ( 22, 101) Grip belt ( Power switch ( POWER CAMERA ) PLAY (VCR NETWORK 3, 135) CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) NETWORK Strap mount ( 32) 16) 17) Cassette compartment ( OPEN/EJECT switch (
E Introduction Assist lamp (White LED)* ( 47) Terminal cover Remote sensor ( 18) Stereo microphone ( 88) Terminal cover MIC terminal* ( 60, 88) S-video terminal ( 35) S DV terminal ( AV terminal ( 32) / (phones) terminal ( 32, 60) USB terminal ( 81, 91) DV 119, 130) CHARGE indicator ( DC IN terminal ( 11) 11) Tripod socket ( 29) * MVX250i only.
WL-D83 Wireless Controller q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 START /STOP 10 W SELF T. D.EFFECTS ZOOM T MENU TV SCREEN ON/OFF SET DATA CODE SLIDE SHOW CARD DATE SEARCH ZERO SET MEMORY REW PLAY 12bit AUDIO OUT STOP AUDIO DUB. PAUSE SLOW q Zoom buttons ( 27) w Select buttons ( 37) e PHOTO button ( 96) r START/STOP button ( 22, 101) t SELF T. button ( 57) y D.
Preparing the Power Supply Attaching the Battery Pack E 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. 2. Move the viewfinder upward. q w 3. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. POWER CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) NETWORK • Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack. • Press lightly and slide it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. e Basic Functions Preparations Charging the Battery Pack 1. Connect the power cord to the adapter. 2. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 3.
Using a Household Power Source The LCD screen's backlight is brighter when the camcorder is powered from a household power source. 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. 2. Connect the power cord to the power adapter. q POWER CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) 3. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 4. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal. NETWORK r e w ❍ Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter.
❍ Charging, Recording and Playback Times Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or playback conditions. Charging Time Max. Recording Time Typical Recording Time* Playback Time Viewfinder LCD Viewfinder LCD NB-2LH 115 min. 115 min. 90 min. 65 min. 50 min. 105 min. NB-2L 110 min. 95 min. 75 min. 50 min. 40 min. 85 min. BP-2L12 180 min. 200 min. 150 min. 110 min. 85 min. 175 min. BP-2L14 210 min. 240 min. 190 min. 135 min. 105 min. 220 min.
Loading/Unloading a Cassette Use only video cassettes marked with the D logo. 1. Slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT switch and open the cassette compartment cover. Tape w protection tab q The cassette compartment opens automatically. 2. Load/unload the cassette. • Load the cassette with the window facing the grip belt. • Unload the cassette by pulling it straight out. e 3. Press the P mark on the cassette compartment until it clicks. 4.
Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time ( 19) 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. 1. Press the OPEN button to open the LCD panel. w e E r 2. Pull out the battery holder. 3. Place the lithium battery with the + side facing downward into the battery holder. 5. Close the LCD panel. q t Basic Functions Preparations 4.
Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the Viewfinder (Dioptric Adjustment) 1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed. 2. Pull out the viewfinder. 3. Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever. Attaching the Lens Cap 1. Attach the cord to the lens cap. 2. Pass the grip belt through the loop on the cord. Press the buttons on the lens cap when attaching/removing it. Hook the lens cap on the grip belt while you are recording, and place it over the lens when you have finished.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap.
Using the Wireless Controller Point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons. Inserting Batteries The wireless controller operates with two AA (R6) batteries. 1. Open the battery cover. 2. Insert the batteries following the + and – markings. Replace both batteries. 3. Close the battery cover. ❍ Camcorder and wireless controller are equipped with 2 remote sensor modes ( 76).
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you have replaced the backup battery. E Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) SYSTEM CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY T.ZONE/DST•••PARIS 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. Basic Functions Preparations 2. Turn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select [T.ZONE/DST] and press the SET dial.
7. Press the MENU button to close the menu and to start the clock. 16 1 19 4 20 18 24 2 3 17 6 7 9 10 15 8 5 21 23 14 12 22 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 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.
Displaying Date and Time during Recording You can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SETUP/ CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY E D/T DISPLAY••OFF 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/ press the SET dial. ] and 4. Turn the SET dial to select [ON]. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu. Basic Functions Preparations 3. Turn the SET dial to select [D/T DISPLAY] and press the SET dial.
Recording Movies on a Tape Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. Before you make important recordings, clean the video heads ( 143). Recording 1. Remove the lens cap. q 2. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA and the TAPE/CARD switch to b. w POWER CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) NETWORK 3. Push the OPEN button at the LCD panel and open the LCD panel. POWER 4. Press the start/stop button to begin recording.
❍ Wait until the tape counter stops completely before you start recording. ❍ When you do not remove the cassette, you can record the next scene without producing any noise or blank sections between the recordings even if you turn the camcorder off. ❍ Bright light may make it difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case, use the viewfinder instead. ❍ You can rotate the LCD panel. Make sure to open the LCD panel at 90 degrees before rotating it.
2. Turn the SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/ press the SET dial. ] and 3. Turn the SET dial to select [LCD MIRROR] and press the SET dial. 4. Turn the SET dial to select [OFF]. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu. When [LCD MIRROR] is set to [ON], only tape or card operation and self-timer displays appear on the LCD screen (all displays appear on the viewfinder screen).
Screen Displays during Recording e Remaining battery charge q w e r The battery symbol indicates the charge status of the battery pack. E t q Time code Indicates the recording time in hours, minutes and seconds. Indicates the remaining time of the tape in minutes. b END flashes when the tape reaches the end. • When the time left is less than 15 seconds, the remaining tape time may not appear. • Depending on the type of the tape, the indication may not be displayed correctly.
Reviewing and Searching when Recording REC SEARCH – button/ v (record review) button REC SEARCH + button Record Review CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY In record pause mode, this function allows you to review the last few seconds of your recording to check if it has been recorded properly. Press and release the c (record review) button. The camcorder rewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and returns to record pause mode.
Zooming The camcorder automatically switches between optical zooming and digital zooming. Image resolution is slightly lower with the digital zoom. T Zoom in W E Zoom out Zoom lever Basic Functions Recording Optical Zoom 18× optical zoom CAMERA PLAY (VCR) 14× optical zoom CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wideangle). Move it toward T to zoom in (telephoto). Press the zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom. Press harder for a faster zoom.
Digital Zoom 72×/360× digital zoom 56×/280× digital zoom (72× in CARD CAMERA mode) (56× in CARD CAMERA mode) CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY D.ZOOM•••••••72X 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select [CAMERA SETUP] and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select [D.ZOOM] and press the SET dial. 4. Turn the SET dial to select a setting option. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.
Tips for Making Better Videos 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. Be careful that your fingers do not touch the microphone or lens. E For More Stability Put the camcorder on a table Lie on your elbow Use a tripod Basic Functions Recording Lean against a wall Lighting When recording outdoors, we recommend recording with the sun at your back.
Playing Back a Tape If the playback picture is distorted, clean the video heads using a Canon Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head-cleaning cassette ( 143). 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode. Set the POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) and the TAPE/CARD switch to b. q POWER CAMERA ) PLAY (VCR NETWORK 2. Open the LCD panel. You can also close the LCD panel with the screen facing outward. e r 3. Press the ` button to rewind the tape. t 4.
Special Playback Modes E REW –/ PLAY FF STOP +/ PAUSE SLOW ×2 e/a (Playback Pause) To pause playback, press the e/a button during normal playback. Plays back the tape at 11.5 times normal speed (forward or reverse). Press and hold the button during normal playback or fast forward. –/4a (Reverse Playback) Basic Functions Playback 1 (Fast Forward Playback) / ` (Rewind Playback) Press the button on the wireless controller during normal playback.
Adjusting the Volume When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound via built-in speaker. The built-in speaker does not sound when you close the LCD panel. Use headphones when using the viewfinder. Built-in speaker H (phones) terminal SET dial When Using Headphones The headphones terminal also serves as AV terminal. Headphones can only be used when “H” is displayed on the screen. If not, change the setting following the procedure below.
Playing Back on a TV Screen The AV terminal also serves as headphones terminal. When “H” is displayed on the screen, change the setting following the procedure below. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) VCR SETUP CARD PLAY CARD CAMERA AV/PHONES E ••AV Open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [AV/PHONES H], set it to [AV] and close the menu. TVs with SCART Terminal Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual.
4. If connecting to a TV, set the input selector to VIDEO. If connecting to a VCR, set the input selector to LINE. The supplied PC-A10 SCART Adapter is for output only. For analog line-in recording or analog-digital conversion, please use a SCART Adapter with input capability (commercially available). TVs with Audio/Video Terminals Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. VIDEO Signal flow AUDIO L AV STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) R 1.
TVs with S (S1)-Video Input Terminal Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. E INPUT Signal flow S-150 S-video Cable (optional) Signal flow AV S(S1)-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO L R Basic Functions Playback STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) 1. Turn off all devices before starting the connections. 2. Connect the S-150 S-video Cable (optional) to the S-video terminals. 3. Connect the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable to the camcorder’s AV terminal and the audio terminals of the TV/VCR.
Selecting the Audio Output Channel You can select the output channels when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) AUDIO SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY OUTPUT CH••••L/R 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select [AUTO SETUP] and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select [OUTPUT CH] and press the SET dial. 4. Turn the SET dial to select a setting option. • L/R: Stereo: L+R channels, Bilingual: Main+Sub.
Menus and Settings Many of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus that appear on the screen. E SET dial MENU button Selecting Menus and Settings 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 3. Turn the SET dial to select a menu item and press the SET dial. Advanced Functions 2. Turn the SET dial to select a submenu and press the SET dial. 4. Turn the SET dial to select a setting option. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.
Menu and Default Settings Default settings are shown in boldface. CAMERA MENU PLAY (VCR) CAMERA Submenu \CARD MIX Menu Item MIX TYPE ANIMAT. TYPE CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Setting Options CARD CHROMA, CARD LUMI., CAM. CHROMA, C. ANIMATION CORNER, STRAIGHT, RANDOM 113 MIX LEVEL CAMERA SETUP SHUTTER A.SL SHUTTER D.
Submenu SYSTEM Menu Item WL. REMOTE Setting Options A1, A2, OFF B 76 BEEP ON, OFF 77 T.ZONE/DST See list of time zones. 19 D/TIME SET MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND E 19 OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND 74 SHTR SOUND OPER.
PLAY (VCR) MENU CAMERA Submenu VCR SETUP AUDIO SETUP CARD CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD PLAY Menu Item REC MODE* SP, LP Setting Options 58 AV/PHONES H AV, PHONES H 32 AV \ DV OUT* ON, OFF 87 OUTPUT CH L/R, L/L, R/R 36 AUDIO DUB.* AUDIO IN, MIC. IN 89 WIND SCREEN AUTO, OFF 59 AUDIO MODE* 16bit, 12bit 59 12bit AUDIO STEREO1, STEREO2, MIX/FIXED, MIX/VARI.
CARD CAMERA MENU CAMERA Submenu CAMERA SETUP PLAY (VCR) CARD PLAY CARD CAMERA E Menu Item SHUTTER Setting Options AUTO, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250 55 A.SL SHUTTER ON, OFF 56 D.ZOOM MVX250i MVX200i/MVX200 OFF, 72× OFF, 56× AUTO, SET W, INDOOR T, OUTDOOR U 29 79 (AF AST LAMP*) AUTO , RED-EYE FLASH OFF AUTO, OFF FOCUS PRI. ON, OFF 103 ND AUTO, OFF 97 WHITE BAL. (FLASH*) NIGHT MODE* NIGHT, NIGHT+, , FLASH ON , 53 80 S.
Submenu SYSTEM Menu Item WL. REMOTE Setting Options A1, A2, OFF B 76 BEEP ON, OFF 77 T.ZONE/DST See list of time zones. 19 D/TIME SET MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND SHTR SOUND OPER.
CARD PLAY MENU CAMERA Submenu CARD OPERATIONS (Single Image Display) Menu Item PRINT ORDERS ALL ERASE TRANS. ORDERS ALL ERASE IMAGE ERASE FORMAT CARD OPERATIONS (Index Screen) CARD CAMERA PLAY (VCR) 129 NO, YES 134 CANCEL, SINGLE, ALL 112 CANCEL, EXECUTE 117 111 PRINT ORDER 128 \ TRANSFER ORDER VCR SETUP AV/PHONES H DISPLAY SETUP/ BRIGHTNESS 134 AV, PHONES H TV SCREEN ON, OFF 136 DISPLAYS ON, OFF 136 D/TIME SEL.
Using the Recording Programs Easy Recording Program The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. Program AE Modes Auto The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically. However, you have the option of adjusting the settings manually. Sports Use this mode to record sports scenes (such as tennis or golf) or moving objects (such as roller coasters).
E Program Selector Availability of Functions in Each Mode: Recording Program Digital Zoom [ h h ON h Focus A h White Balance A h Shutter Speed A Exposure Lock × h Digital Effects × h 16:9 × h Card Mix × h Image Stabilizer A h Advanced Functions Recording A: Auto setting h: Available ×: Not available Shaded area : Can be used only in CAMERA mode. Selecting the Easy Recording Program CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Set the program selector to [. “[” appears.
Selecting the Program AE Mode CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Set the program selector to Q. 2. Press the SET dial. A list of the program AE modes appears. 3. Select a mode and press the SET dial. The symbol of the mode appears on the upper left corner of the screen. ❍ The setting resets to the Auto mode when you change the position of the program selector. ❍ Do not change the mode during recording as the brightness of the image may change abruptly.
Using the Night Modes NIGHT Allows you to record in dark places where lights cannot be used, without sacrificing color. NIGHT+ The assist lamp (white LED) lights up and stays on. SUPER NIGHT Allows you to record in very dark places. The assist lamp (white LED) lights up automatically responding to the surrounding brightness.
❍ Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage. ❍ Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes. ❍ White points may appear on the screen. ❍ Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually. ❍ Digital zoom and multi-image screen cannot be used while a night mode is activated. ❍ The program AE mode cannot be changed while a night mode is activated.
Skin Detail Function When shooting close-ups of people, the camcorder automatically softens details to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections for a more complimentary appearance. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP ( CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY SKIN DETAIL••NORMAL 37) Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [SKIN DETAIL], set it to [SOFT] and close the menu. ❍ Skin detail function cannot be used when the program selector is set to [.
Adjusting Exposure Manually SET dial EXP button Exposure Lock You can lock the exposure when recording in situations where the lighting may change suddenly to control the brightness of the image. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Set the program selector to Q. 2. Press the EXP button. • “E.LOCK ±0” appears on the screen. • When you operate the zoom during exposure lock, the brightness of the image may change.
Adjusting the Focus Manually Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines Reflective surfaces Fast Moving Subjects Through dirty or wet windows E Night Scenes SET dial Zoom lever Program selector CARD CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA 1. Set the program selector to Q. CARD PLAY Advanced Functions Recording FOCUS button 2. Adjust the zoom.
❍ The setting resets to autofocus when you switch the program selector to [. ❍ Readjust the focus when you have turned off the camcorder. Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. Press the FOCUS button more than 2 seconds after step 2 in Adjusting the Focus Manually. “MF ∞” appears. When you operate the zoom or turn the SET dial, “∞” disappears and the camcorder changes to manual focus.
Setting the White Balance You can use the preset modes to reproduce colours more accurately, or set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting. AUTO Auto white balance SET W Custom white balance setting INDOOR T Use this mode for recording under changing lighting condition, video lights or sodium lamps. OUTDOOR U Use this mode for recording night scenes, fireworks, sunrise or sunset.
❍ Use the auto setting for normal outdoor scenes. ❍ When the program selector is set to [, white balance is preset to [AUTO]. ❍ The camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off. However, it resets to [AUTO] when you change the position of the TAPE/CARD switch. ❍ When you have set the custom white balance: - Depending on the light source, “W” may keep flashing. The result will still be better than with the auto setting.
Setting the Shutter Speed You can adjust the shutter speed manually to make stable shots of fast moving subjects. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY SHUTTER••••••AUTO 1. Set the program selector to Q. 2. Set the program AE mode to the (Auto) mode. 3. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. 4. Select [SHUTTER]. 5. Select the shutter speed and press the SET dial. CARD CAMERA Mode AUTO 1/50 1/120 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 AUTO 1/50 1/120 1/250 6. Close the menu.
Auto Slow Shutter In Easy Recording mode and when [SHUTTER] is set to [AUTO] in Auto mode, the camcorder uses shutter speeds down to 1/25 in CAMERA mode and 1/12.5 in CARD CAMERA mode. This allows you to record brightly in places with insufficient lighting. However, you can set the camcorder not to use a slow shutter speed. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY A.SL SHUTTER•ON Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [A.SL SHUTTER], set it to [OFF] and close the menu.
Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used for recording movies and still images. E PHOTO button (self-timer) button Start/stop button CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY When recording movies 1. Press the “ (self-timer) button. DATA CODE ” appears. POWER • The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown (2 seconds when using the wireless controller). The count down appears on the screen. • To record a still image, press the PHOTO button ( 96).
Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) You can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usage by 1.5 times. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) * CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY * MVX250i/MVX200i only. ( 37) VCR SETUP REC MODE•••••SP To change to LP mode, open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [REC MODE], set it to [LP] and close the menu. ❍ Tapes recorded in LP mode cannot be used for audio dubbing ( 88).
Audio Recording Changing the Audio Mode E You can record sound in two audio modes—16-bit and 12-bit. The 12-bit mode records sound on two channels (stereo 1), leaving 2 channels free (stereo 2) for adding new sound later. Select the 16-bit mode for higher sound quality. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) * CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY * MVX250i/MVX200i only. ( 37) AUDIO SETUP AUDIO MODE•••12bit Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [AUDIO MODE], set it to [16bit] and close the menu.
Using Headphones during Recording The headphones terminal also serves as AV terminal. Headphones can only be used when "H" is displayed on the screen. If not, change the setting following the procedure below. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) AV/PHONES VCR SETUP CARD PLAY CARD CAMERA ••AV Open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [AV/PHONES H], set it to [PHONES H ] and close the menu.
Using Digital Effects Faders ( 64) Begin or end scenes with a fade to or from black. Fade Trigger (FADE-T) E The image gradually fades in. The image gradually fades out. Wipe (WIPE) The image begins as a vertical line in the centre and expands sideways until it fills the whole screen. The image is wiped off from the sides of the screen. Corner Wipe (CORNER) The image appears from the corners until it fills the whole screen.
Puzzle (PUZZLE) The image appears in 16 pieces. The pieces move around until the puzzle is solved. The image is divided into 16 pieces. The pieces move around and disappear. Zigzag (ZIGZAG) The image appears in zigzag from the top of the screen. Black stripes appear in zigzag from the bottom of the screen until they cover the whole image. Beam (BEAM) The screen turns yellow, forms a beam that becomes thinner and the image appears.
Effects ( 65) Add flavour to your recordings. Art (ART) The image becomes like a paint (solarization). Mosaic (MOSAIC) Black and White (BLK & WHT) Sepia (SEPIA) The image becomes black and white. The image becomes monochrome with a brownish tint. Ball (BALL) Cube (CUBE) The image is blurred The image becomes like a through enlarging the size ball. of some pixels. The image becomes a cube and rotates. Color Masking (COLOR M.) Mirror (MIRROR) Both ends of the image sway in waves.
Availability of Digital Effects by Operating Modes: CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY i h i i h i h h* i h i h i i Movies Still Images Faders h Effects Multi-image screen h: Available i: Not available * : Black and White only. Selecting a Fader In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to Q. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA 1. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. [D.EFFECT |], [FADER], [EFFECT] and [MULTI-S] appear. 2. Select [FADER]. 3. Select the fader option. 4.
Selecting an Effect In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to Q. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY E 1. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. [D.EFFECT |], [FADER], [EFFECT] and [MULTI-S] appear. 2. Select [EFFECT]. 3. Select the effect. 4. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. The name of the selected effect flashes. Advanced Functions Recording 5. Press the ON/OFF button. • The name of the selected effect stops flashing. • The effect can be activated/deactivated by pressing the ON/OFF button.
Using the Multi-Image Screen You can operate the multi-image screen only in the following playback modes: - When [S.SPEED] is set to [MANUAL]: Playback pause, slow forward/reverse playback - When [S.SPEED] is set to [FAST], [MOD.] or [SLOW]: Playback pause In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to Q. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. [D.EFFECT |], [FADER], [EFFECT] and [MULTI-S] appear. 2. Select [MULTI-S]. [S.SPEED] and [S.SPLIT] appears. 3. Select [S.
❍ Turn off the digital effect when you do not use it. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to open the menu. Select [D.EFFECT |] and press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. ❍ The camcorder retains the setting even if you turn it off or change the program AE mode. ❍ The image quality may be slightly lower with digital effects. ❍ Digital effects cannot be used in the following cases: - When the program selector is set to [. - During DV dubbing. ❍ Faders cannot be used when Card Mix is activated.
Magnifying the Image The playback image can be magnified up to 5 times. Zoom lever SET dial CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Move the zoom lever toward T. • The image is magnified by 2 times. • A frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area. • To further enlarge the image, move the zoom lever toward T. To shrink the image below 2 times magnification, move the zoom lever toward W. 2. Select the magnified area with the SET dial.
Displaying the Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code containing recording date and time and other camera data such as shutter speed and exposure (f-stop). When you play back a tape, you can display the data code and select the data code combination you wish to display. E SET dial MENU button DATA CODE button Selecting the Date/Time Display Combination ( 37) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SETUP/ CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY D/TIME SEL.
Displaying the Data Code CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Press the DATA CODE button. ❍ The data code display turns off when you turn the camcorder off. ❍ Only date and time appear in CARD PLAY mode. Six-Second Auto Date Date and time appear for 6 seconds when you begin playback, or to indicate that date or time zone has changed. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SETUP/ CARD CAMERA 6SEC.DATE••••OFF Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ to [ON] and close the menu. 70 CARD PLAY ].
End Search When you have played back a tape, you can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene. E END SEARCH button CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY In stop mode, press the END SEARCH button. ❍ End search cannot be used once you unload the cassette. ❍ End search may not work properly if a blank section exists on the tape. ❍ You cannot use end search to locate the editing end of audio dubbing. Advanced Functions Playback • ”END SEARCH“ appears.
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. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) REW ` button ZERO SET MEMORY button PLAY e button STOP 3 button CARD CAMERA 1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button at the point you wish to return to later. • “0:00:00 ” appears. • To cancel, press the ZERO SET MEMORY button again.
Date Search You can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. This function is operated with the wireless controller. E DATE SEARCH +/buttons STOP 3 button CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA Press the + or - button to begin searching. • Press more than once to search for further date changes (up to 10 times). • Press the STOP 3 button to stop searching.
Customizing the Camcorder You can personalise your camcorder by customizing the start-up image and the sound it makes for start-up, shutter, operation and self-timer (collectively called the My Camera settings). Changing the My Camera Settings CAMERA ( 37) MY CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY SEL.S–UP IMG•CANON LOGO S–UP SOUND•••DEFAULT SHTR SOUND•••DEFAULT OPER. SOUND••DEFAULT SELF–T SOUND•DEFAULT 1. Open the menu and select [MY CAMERA]. 2. Select the menu item you wish to change.
Changing the Display Language The language used in the camcorder displays and menu items can be changed to German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Simplified Chinese or Japanese. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SETUP/ CARD CAMERA LANGUAGE E CARD PLAY •••ENGLISH To change the display language, open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [LANGUAGE ], select a language and close the menu. If you have mistakenly changed the language, follow the menu item to change the setting.
Changing the Remote Sensor Mode Two remote sensor modes and an off setting are available to prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby. Turning the Remote Sensor Off CAMERA PLAY (VCR) SYSTEM ( CARD PLAY CARD CAMERA WL.REMOTE•••• 1 37) Open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [WL. REMOTE], set it to [OFF B] and close the menu. “B“ appears. Changing the Remote Sensor Mode CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) SYSTEM CARD PLAY CARD CAMERA WL.REMOTE•••• 1 1.
Other Camcorder Settings Beep You will hear a beep upon camcorder operations such as power on/off, start/stop, selftimer countdown, and unusual conditions of the camcorder. If you turn off the beep, all camcorder sounds including the ones of the My Camera settings will be turned off. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) SYSTEM CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY BEEP•••••••••ON To turn the beep off, open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [BEEP], set it to [OFF] and close the menu.
Turning Off the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer compensates for camcorder shake even at full telephoto. It tries to compensate for horizontal movements; therefore, you may decide to turn it off when you mount the camcorder on a tripod. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA IMG STAB CARD PLAY •••ON Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [IMG STAB i], set it to [OFF] and close the menu. ”i“ disappears.
Using the VFL-1 Video Flash Light (Optional) The video flash light attaches to the camcorder‘s advanced accessory shoe for cable-free operation and is powered by the camcorder's power supply. The video light can be used for recording movies and still images, and the flash for recording still images. As a flash, it can be set to fire automatically or act as a pre-flash to reduce the red-eye effect.
❍ A pre-flash is fired to obtain the subject's exposure data to adjust the main flash to the optimal intensity (flash exposure compensation). When [RED EYE ] is set, the pre-flash fires between the flash for red-eye reduction and the main firing. ❍ The flash will not fire in the following cases: - When you press the EXP button in [AUTO ] or [RED-EYE ] mode. - During auto exposure bracketing (the flash mark appears in purple).
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. If you connect a digital video device, you can copy recordings with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality. E Connecting the Devices q Connecting a VCR See Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 33). w Connecting a Digital Video Device Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin–4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin–6 pin) DV Cable.
❍ When connecting a VCR, the quality of the edited tape will be slightly lower than that of the original. ❍ When connecting a digital video device: - If the picture does not appear, reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on again. - Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal. If operation does not work, use the S-video or AV terminal.
Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) You can record videos or TV programs from a VCR or analog camcorder on the tape in the camcorder. CAMERA CARD CAMERA PLAY (VCR) E CARD PLAY 1. Connect the camcorder to the analog video device. See Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 33). 2. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode and load a blank cassette. 3. Connected device: Load the recorded cassette. 4. Press the REC PAUSE button.
Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) You can record from other digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal with virtually no loss in picture and sound quality. CAMERA CARD CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD PLAY 1. Connect the camcorder to the digital video device. See Connecting a Digital Video Device ( 81). 2. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode and load a blank cassette. Make sure that [AV\DV OUT] is set to [OFF] ( 87). 3. Connected device: Load the recorded cassette. 4.
Concerning Copyright Copyright Precaution Certain pre-recorded video tapes, films and other materials, as well as some television programmes are copyrighted. Unauthorised recording of these materials may violate copyright protection laws. E Copyright Signals During playback: If you try to play back a tape that contains copyright control signals for protection of software, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED” appears for a few seconds and the camcorder displays a blank blue screen.
Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) By connecting the camcorder to a VCR or 8mm video camcorder, you can convert analog video/audio signals to digital signals and output the digital signals via the DV terminal. The DV terminal serves as output terminal only. Connecting the Devices Turn off all devices before starting the connections. Unload the tape from the camcorder. Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device.
Turning On the Analog-Digital Converter CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY E ( 37) VCR SETUP AV DV OUT••••OFF Open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [AV\DV OUT], set it to [ON] and close the menu. ❍ Headphones cannot be used during analog-digital conversion. ❍ Depending on the signal sent from the connected device, the conversion from analog to digital signals might not work properly (e.g., signals that include copyright protective signals or anomalous signals such as ghost signals).
Audio Dubbing You can add sound with the built-in microphone, from audio devices (MVX250i/ MVX200i) or with an external microphone (MVX250i). This function is operated with the wireless controller. Connecting q Connecting an Audio Device Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. Audio device (e.g.
Dubbing CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY E ( 37) AUDIO SETUP AUDIO DUB.•••AUDIO IN 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode and load a recorded cassette. Use a tape recorded in SP, 12-bit mode with this camcorder. 2. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [AUDIO DUB.], set it to [AUDIO IN] or [MIC. IN] and close the menu. 3. Locate the scene you wish to start audio dubbing. 4. Press the PAUSE a button on the wireless controller. 5. Press the AUDIO DUB.
Playing Back the Added Sound You can select to play back Stereo 1 (original sound), Stereo 2 (added sound), or adjust the balance of both sounds. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) AUDIO SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 12bit AUDIO•••STEREO1 1. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [12bit AUDIO], select a setting and close the menu. • STEREO 1: Plays back the original sound. • STEREO 2: Plays back the added sound. • MIX/FIXED: Plays back Stereo 1 and Stereo 2 in the same level. • MIX/VARI.
Connecting to a Computer Using a DV (IEEE1394) Cable You can transfer recordings to a computer equipped with a IEEE1394 (DV) terminal or IEEE1394 capture board. Optional software is required for transferring recordings from the tape to a computer. Refer to the instruction manual of the software. Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin–4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin–6 pin) DV Cable.
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card You can use SD Memory Cards or commercially available MultiMediaCards with this camcorder. The SD Memory Card has a protect switch to prevent accidental erasure. Terminals Inserting the Card 1. Turn off the camcorder. 2. Open the cover. 3. Insert the memory card all the way into the memory card slot. 4. Close the cover. Do not close the cover forcefully without having the card correctly inserted.
Selecting the Image Quality/Size Changing the Still Image Quality E You can choose between Superfine, Fine and Normal. CAMERA ( PLAY (VCR) CARD SETUP 37) CARD PLAY CARD CAMERA IMG QUALITY••FINE Open the menu and select [CARD SETUP]. Select [IMG QUALITY], set it to [SUPER FINE] or [NORMAL] and close the menu. Changing the Still Image Size You can choose between 1280 × 960 pixels and 640 × 480 pixels.
Changing the Movie Size You can choose between 320 × 240 pixels and 160 × 120 pixels. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY MOVIE SIZE•••320×240 CARD SETUP Open the menu and select [CARD SETUP]. Select [MOVIE SIZE], set it to [160×120] and close the menu. ❍ Movies are recorded in the Motion JPEG format. ❍ Maximum recording time on a 8 MB SD Memory Card: Max. Recording Time (8 MB) File Size per Second 320 × 240 approx. 20 sec. 250 KB/sec. 160 × 120 approx. 50 sec. 120 KB/sec.
File Numbers Images are automatically assigned file numbers from 0101 to 9900 and stored in folders containing up to 100 images. Folders are assigned numbers from 101 to 998. (The sample images on the supplied memory card are saved in the [100canon] folder.) E You can choose to use consecutive file numbers (CONTINUOUS) or to reset the file number each time a different memory card is inserted (RESET). We recommend setting the file numbers to CONTINUOUS.
Recording Still Images on a Memory Card You can record still images with the camcorder or from a tape in the camcorder. With the MVX250i/MVX200i, you can also record from devices connected via the DV terminal or the AV terminal. You can also record a still image on the memory card while you record a movie on the tape. PHOTO button Card access indicator CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Set the camcorder to CARD CAMERA mode. A white focusing frame appears in the centre of the screen.
❍ Connection to a computer or PictBridge compliant printer will not work when the memory card contains more than 1800 images. For best performance, we recommend not recording more than 100 images on the memory card when you plan to connect the camcorder to a computer or printer. ❍ When the subject is too bright, the ND filter turns on automatically ("ND" appears on the screen). If it is still too bright, “OVEREXP” starts flashing. In such case, use the optional FS-34U ND filter.
Recording from a Tape in the Camcorder CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Play back the tape. 2. Press the PHOTO button halfway when the scene you wish to record appears. • The camcorder pauses playback. The remaining image capacity and other information appear. • When you press the PHOTO button on the wireless controller, recording starts immediately. 3. Press the PHOTO button fully. • The card access indicator flashes.
When recording from a tape in the camcorder or other video devices: ❍ A still image recorded from an image in 16:9 format will be vertically compressed. ❍ The data code of the still image will reflect the date and time it has been recorded on the memory card. ❍ The size of the still image will be 640 × 480. E Screen Displays during Still Image Recording q w e q Still Image Quality Indicates the image quality of the still image.
Reviewing a Still Image Right after Recording You can select to display a still image for 2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 seconds after it has been recorded. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY REVIEW•••••••2sec Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [REVIEW], select a setting option and close the menu. ❍ A still image is displayed as long as you hold the PHOTO button after recording. ❍ The FILE OPER.
Recording Motion JPEG Movies on a Memory Card You can record Motion JPEG movies with the camcorder or from a tape in the camcorder. With the MVX250i/MVX200i, you can also record from devices connected via the DV terminal or the AV terminal. The sound of a movie recorded on a memory card will be monaural. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY 1. Press the start/stop button to begin recording. • With SD Memory Cards up to 512 MB, you can record until “CARD FULL” appears (approx.
Recording from Other Video Devices You can record movies from devices connected via the S-video terminal or AV terminal (analog line-in function), or via the DV terminal on a memory card. For connecting instructions, refer to page 33 and 81. CAMERA CARD CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD PLAY 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode. • If a cassette is loaded, make sure the tape is stopped. • When recording via the AV terminal, make sure that “AV\DV” is displayed on the screen.
Selecting the Focusing Point The subject you wish to record is not always in the centre of the screen. In the FocusPriority mode, you can choose from one of three focusing points to automatically put the subject you wish into sharp focus. When the program selector is set to [, the Focus-Priority becomes set to ON (only the centre focusing point is available). CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY 1. Set the program selector to Q. 2. Turn the SET dial to display all focusing frames.
Selecting the Drive Mode Continuous Shooting Captures a quick series of still images while you press the PHOTO button (3 frames/sec.). Captures a quick series of still images while you press the High-Speed Continuous Shooting PHOTO button (5 images/sec.). The camcorder records a still image in three different AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) exposures (dark, normal, light in 1/2 EV steps), allowing you to choose the perfect exposed shot. Records a single still image when you press the PHOTO button.
Auto Exposure Bracketing CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY E Press the PHOTO button. Three still images in different exposures are recorded to the memory card. Make sure that there is sufficient space on the memory card.
Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode) You can shoot a series of overlapping images and merge them into one large panoramic scene using the supplied software (PhotoStitch) on a computer. CARD +/– button PHOTO button button When Recording in Stitch Assist Mode: PhotoStitch detects the overlapping portion of adjoining images and merges them. Try to include a distinctive item (landmark, etc.) in the overlapping portion. CAMERA 1. Press the PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY button.
5. Record the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first image. • Minor discrepancies in the overlapped area can be corrected with the software. • You can retake an image by pressing the CARD +/– button to return to the previous image. • A maximum of 26 images can be recorded. 6. Press the E button after the last image. For details on how to merge these images, refer to the Digital Video Software Instruction Manual.
Playing Back a Memory Card You can display a single image, 6 at one time (index screen 109), or one after another (slide show 109). Use the Card Jump function to quickly locate an image without displaying them one by one ( 110). CARD + button CARD – button 3 button e/a button SLIDE SHOW button CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Set the camcorder to CARD PLAY mode. 2. Press the CARD +/– button to move between images. 3. To play back a movie, press the e/a button.
❍ Images not recorded with this camcorder, uploaded from a computer (except the sample images 115), edited on a computer and images whose file names have been changed may not be played back correctly. ❍ Do not turn off the camcorder, change the position of the TAPE/CARD switch, disconnect the power source, open the memory card cover or remove the memory card while the card access indicator is flashing. Doing so could result in data damage. E Slide Show CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1.
Card Jump Function You can locate images without displaying them one by one. The number in the upper right of the screen indicates the image number of the current image by the total number of images. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA Press and hold the CARD + or CARD – button. When you release the button, the image of the displayed image number appears.
Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure when displaying a single image or index screen. E If a memory card is formatted, all still images and movies, even protected ones, will be erased permanently. ❍ The sample images recorded on the supplied SD Memory Card are already protected. ❍ Movies can only be protected when the first scene is displayed as a still image. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Select the image you wish to protect. 2.
Erasing Images You can erase images singly or all at once. Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. ❍ Protected images cannot be erased. ❍ Movies can only be erased when the first scene is displayed as a still image. Erasing a Single Image CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Select the image you wish to erase. 2. Press the SET dial to open the FILE OPER. menu.
Combining Images (Card Mix) You can produce effects not possible with just a tape with the Card Mix function. Choose one of the sample images provided on the supplied SD Memory Card (such as picture frames, backgrounds and animations) and combine it with the live video recording. E Card Chroma Key (CARD CHROMA) Combines frames with your recordings. The live video recording will appear in place of the blue area of the card mix image. Mix level adjustment: blue area of the still image.
Card Animation (C. ANIMATION) Combines animations with your recordings. You can choose from 3 types of card animation effects. • Corner: Animation appears on the upper left and the lower right corner of the screen. • Straight: Animation appears on the top and bottom of the screen and moves to the right and left. • Random: Animation moves randomly in the display. Mix level adjustment: blue area of the card animation image.
5. Select the mix type matching the sample image you have selected. • The screen shows the combined image. • When you have selected [C. ANIMATION], select [ANIMAT. TYPE] and select between [CORNER], [STRAIGHT] and [RANDOM]. E 6. To adjust the mix level, select [MIX LEVEL] and adjust it with the SET dial. 7. Close the menu. “CARD MIX” flashes. 8. Press the CARD MIX button. • “CARD MIX” stops flashing. • The combined image appears. ❍ Card mix cannot be used when [STILL I.
Camera Chroma Key Card Animation The sample images recorded on the supplied SD Memory Card are intended only for the personal use with this camcorder. Do not use these sample images for other purposes. If you have mistakenly erased the sample images on the supplied SD Memory Card, they can be downloaded from the following homepages: http://www.canon-europe.com/products/products.html http://www.canon-asia.com/ http://www.canon.com.
Formatting a Memory Card Format new memory cards, or when you get the message “CARD ERROR”. You can also format a memory card to erase all images recorded on it. E ❍ Formatting a memory card erases all data, including protected images. ❍ Images erased by formatting cannot be recovered. ❍ If you use a memory card other than the supplied one, format it with the camcorder. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CARD OPERATIONS CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY FORMAT 1. Open the menu and select [CARD OPERATIONS]. 2.
Creating a Start-up Image You can create a start-up image using a still image on the memory card. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) MY CAMERA CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY CREATE START–UP IMAGE 1. Select a still image with the CARD +/– buttons. 2. Open the menu and select [MY CAMERA]. 3. Select [CREATE START-UP IMAGE]. [SET THIS AS START-UP IMAGE?], [YES] and [NO] appears. 4. Select [YES]. [OVERWRITE MY IMAGE?], [NO] and [YES] appears. 5. Select [YES].
Printing Still Images You can print still images by connecting the camcorder to a printer with Direct Print function. You can also use the print order settings for direct printing ( 128).
4. Connect the camcorder to the printer using the cable. • appears and changes to or when the printer is properly , connected to the camcorder. (Does not appear with movies, or still images that cannot be played back with the camcorder.) • The (print/share) button lights up and the current print setting will be displayed for approx. 6 seconds. ❍ If continues to flash (for more than 1 minute) or if , or does not appear, the camcorder is not correctly connected to the printer.
❍ If the message “BUSY” does not disappear, disconnect the cable from camcorder and printer and reconnect the camcorder to the printer. ❍ Cancel Printing Press the SET dial during printing. A confirmation dialog appears. Select [OK] and press the SET dial. - Canon Bubble Jet Printer: Printing stops even if it is incomplete and the paper is fed through. - Canon CP-Printer: A print in progress cannot be stopped. Printing stops when the current print is finished and the remaining prints are cancelled.
Selecting the Print Settings The procedure for selecting the number of copies is common to all printers. Other print setting procedures vary depending on your printer model. Check which icon appears in the upper left corner of the camcorder screen after connecting, and refer to the relevant pages accordingly. 123 124 125 Selecting the Number of Copies A maximum of 99 copies can be selected for one still image. 1. Press the SET dial. • The print setting menu appears.
Setting the Print Style PAPER PAPER SIZE Available paper sizes vary depending on the printer model. PAPER TYPE PHOTO, FAST PHOTO, DEFAULT E PAGE LAYOUT BORDERLESS, BORDERED, DEFAULT, 8-UP Date print ON, OFF, DEFAULT Print effect (Image Optimise) ON, OFF, VIVID, NR, VIVID+NR, DEFAULT ❍ Print setting options and [DEFAULT] settings vary depending on the printer model. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your printer. ❍ [8-UP] can be selected when using card size paper (5.3 × 8.
Setting the Print Effect (Image Optimise) This function uses the camcorder's recording information to optimise the image data, yielding high quality prints. 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select (print effect) and press the SET dial. 2. Turn the SET dial to select a setting and press the SET dial. Including the Date in the Print 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select (date) and press the SET dial. 2.
1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select [STYLE] and press the SET dial. E 2. Make sure that SET dial. (paper) is selected and press the 3. Turn the SET dial to select the paper size and press the SET dial. • Select the paper size of the paper set in your printer. • Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. 4. Turn the SET dial to select the SET dial. (borders) and press 5. Turn the SET dial to select a borders option and press the SET dial.
1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select [STYLE] and press the SET dial. Selecting the Image Style 2. Make sure that the SET dial. (IMAGE) is selected and press 3. Turn the SET dial to select the image style and press the SET dial. Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. Selecting the Borders 2. Turn the SET dial to select the SET dial. (BORDERS) and press 3. Turn the SET dial to select a borders option and press the SET dial.
Trimming Settings Set the print style before you start with the trimming settings. E 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select [TRIMMING] and press the SET dial. The trimming frame appears. 2. Change the size of the trimming frame. • Move the zoom lever toward T to shrink the frame, and toward W to enlarge the frame. W T • To cancel the trimming settings, move the zoom lever toward W until the trimming frame disappears. 3. Move the trimming frame.
Printing with Print Order Settings You can select still images for printing and set the number of copies. These print order settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards and can be used for printing on DPOF compatible printers ( 119). A maximum of 200 still images can be selected. Selecting Still Images for Printing (Print Order) CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Select the still image you wish to print. 2. Press the SET dial to open the FILE OPER. menu. 3.
Erasing All Print Orders CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY E ( CARD OPERATIONS 37) PRINT ORDERS ALL ERASE 1. Open the menu and select [CARD OPERATIONS]. 2. Select [ PRINT ORDERS ALL ERASE]. “ERASE ALL PRINT ORDERS?”, [NO] and [YES] appears. 3. Select [YES]. All “ ” disappear. 4. Close the menu. Printing CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY PRINT 1. Connect the printer to the camcorder ( 2. Open the menu and select [\ 119). PRINT]. • The print setting menu appears.
Connecting to a Computer Using a USB Cable You can download images from the memory card to a computer using the supplied software and USB cable. For details, refer to the Digital Video Software Instruction Manual. Users of Windows OS can transfer images by simply pressing the (print/share) button ( 131).
Direct Transfer Windows OS Only You can transfer images to the computer with the (print/share) button. ALL IMAGES Transfers all images to the computer. NEW IMAGES Transfers only those images that have not yet been transferred to the computer. TRANSFER ORDERS Transfers images with transfer orders to the computer. SELECT & TRANSFER Allows you to select an image and transfers the selected image to the computer.
Transferring All Images, New Images or Images with Transfer Orders To transfer images with transfer order, you need to set the transfer orders ( CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA 134). CARD PLAY 1. Turn the SET dial to select [ ALL IMAGES], [ NEW IMAGES] or [ TRANSFER ORDERS]. 2. Press the button. • The images are transferred to the computer and displayed in the Main Window of ZoomBrowser EX. • The camcorder displays the transfer menu when transfer is complete.
❍ You can press the SET dial in place of the button. With [ ALL IMAGES], [ NEW IMAGES] or [ TRANSFER ORDERS], a confirmation message appears. Turn the SET dial to select [OK] and press the SET dial. ❍ To cancel transfer, turn the SET dial to select [CANCEL] and press the SET dial, or press the MENU button. ❍ Only still images in JPEG format and movies in Motion JPEG format can be transferred.
Selecting Images for Transfer (Transfer Order) You can select images for transfer to the computer. These transfer settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. A maximum of 200 images can be selected. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Select the image you wish to transfer. 2. Press the SET dial to open the FILE OPER. menu. 3. Select [ TRANS.ORDER] and press the SET dial. •“ ”appears on the image. • To cancel the transfer order, press the SET dial again. 4.
About the NETWORK Mode The NETWORK mode is for use with DV Messenger version 2 (Windows XP only). Set the camcorder to NETWORK mode and connect it to the computer using a DV (IEEE1394) cable. For details on DV Messenger version 2, refer to the DV Network Software Instruction Manual. E Connection 1. Install DV Messenger. 2. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder. 3. Press the small button below the POWER switch and turn the POWER switch to NETWORK. POWER CAMERA R) PLAY (VC NETWORK 4.
Screen Displays Hiding the Displays on the LCD Screen You can hide the displays on the LCD screen to have a clear screen for playback. CAMERA ( 37) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SETUP/ CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY DISPLAYS•••••ON Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ [OFF ] and close the menu. ]. Select [DISPLAYS], set it to • Warning messages still appear, and the data code appears if turned on. • Tape operation displays appear for 2 seconds. • Displays cannot be hidden on the index screen.
Screen Displays during Recording/Playback CAMERA Mode Image stabilizer ( 78) Recording reminder ( 25)/ Self-timer countdown ( 57) Zoom ( 27) Skin detail ( 49) Exposure ( 50) Program AE ( Recording mode ( Shutter speed ( 55) Manual focus ( 51) Card mix ( Time code Remaining tape Remaining battery charge ( 25) Condensation warning ( 144) Remote sensor mode ( 76) Headphones ( 60) Wind screen ( 59) 53) 113) Digital effects ( 61) Date and time ( 19) AF/AE locked during still image recording ( 97
CARD CAMERA Mode Drive mode ( Stitch assist ( 106) 104) Still image quality ( Remaining card capacity for still images ( 99) Still image size ( Movie size ( Focusing frame ( 103) 93) 93) 94) Remaining card capacity for movies ( 102) Camcorder shake warning ( 56) CARD PLAY Mode Protect mark ( 138 111) Slide show ( 109) File number ( 95) Current image/ total images Data code ( 69) Length of the movie Lap time
List of Messages Message SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME Explanation You have not set the time zone, date and time. This message appears each time you turn the power on until you set the time zone, date and time. CHANGE THE Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery BATTERY PACK pack. THE TAPE IS SET FOR Cassette is protected. Replace the cassette or change the ERASURE PREVENTION position of the protect switch. REMOVE THE Camcorder stopped operating to protect the tape.
Message UNIDENTIFIABLE IMAGE TRANSFER ORDER ERROR CANNOT TRANSFER! THIS IMAGE CANNOT BE RECORDED THIS IMAGE CANNOT BE USED AS START-UP IMAGE TOO MANY STILL IMAGES DISCONNECT USB CABLE Explanation Image is recorded in a not compatible JPEG format or another format not compatible with the camcorder, or the image file is corrupted. You attempted to set more than 200 transfer orders. You attempted to transfer a movie file as wallpaper.
Message READJUST TRIMMING PRINTER ERROR PRINT ERROR HARDWARE ERROR RECHARGE THE PRINTER BATTERY COMMUNICATION ERROR CHECK PRINT SETTINGS PRINTER IN USE PRINTER WARMING UP PAPER LEVER ERROR PRINTER COVER OPEN NO PRINTHEAD Explanation You changed the print style after you set the trimming settings. Cancel printing. Turn off the printer and turn it back on. Check the printer status. Cancel printing and turn off the printer. After a while, turn the printer back on and check its status.
Maintenance/Others Camcorder Handling Precautions ❍ Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel or viewfinder. ❍ Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures, such as a sunheated car, and high humidity. ❍ Do not use the camcorder in places subject to magnetic or electric fields such as near the TV transmitters or portable communication devices. ❍ Do not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources. Do not leave the camcorder pointed at a bright subject.
❍ At cold temperatures, the screen may be darker than usual. This is not a malfunction. The screen returns to normal when the camcorder warms up. Viewfinder E ❍ Move the viewfinder upward. Remove the protect cover and clean the glass with a cotton swab. Reattach the protect cover when finished. ❍ Be careful not to scratch the glass when cleaning.
Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperature 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.
Battery Pack Handling Precautions DANGER! 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 ºC. 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. E ❍ Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge.
Cassette Handling Precautions ❍ Rewind tapes after use. If the tape becomes slack and damaged, it may cause picture and sound distortion. ❍ Return cassettes in the case and store them upright. ❍ Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use. ❍ Do not use spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes as they may damage the camcorder. ❍ Do not use tapes that have been jammed as video heads may become dirty. ❍ Do not insert anything into the small holes of the cassette, or cover them with cellophane tape.
❍ Moving a memory card rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation to form on its external and internal surfaces. If condensation forms on the card, put it aside until the droplets have evaporated completely. ❍ Do not touch or expose the terminals to dust or dirt. ❍ Check the direction before inserting the memory card. Forcing a memory card backwards into the slot may damage the memory card or the camcorder.
Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Centre if the problem persists. Power Source Problem Camcorder will not turn on. The camcorder switches off by itself. Cassette compartment will not open. Cassette compartment stopped during loading/ unloading. LCD/viewfinder switches on and off. Battery pack will not charge. Cause Battery pack is exhausted. Battery pack is not correctly attached. Battery pack is exhausted.
Recording Problem Image will not appear on the screen. “SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME” appears on the screen. Pressing the start/stop button will not start recording. Camcorder will not focus. A vertical light bar appears on the screen. Sound is distorted or recorded in a lower volume than the actual volume. Viewfinder picture is blurred. Cause Camcorder is not set to CAMERA mode. Time zone, date and time are not set, or the backup battery is exhausted. Solution Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.
Playback Problem Pressing the playback button does not start playback. Cause Camcorder is turned off, or is not set to PLAY (VCR) mode. Cassette is not loaded. Tape reached the end (b flashes on the screen). Image will not appear [AV/PHONESH] is set to on the TV screen. [PHONESH] in the menu. [AV \ DV OUT] is set to [ON]. Tape is running, but TV/VIDEO selector on the TV image will not appear is not set to VIDEO. on the TV screen. Video heads are dirty.
System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) E WS-20 Wrist Strap SS-900 Shoulder Strap WD-H34 Wide-converter CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger MiniDV Video Cassette WL-D83 Wireless Controller NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L12, BP-2L14 Battery Pack CB-2LTE Battery Charger TL-H34 Tele-converter CA-570 Compact Power Adapter NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L12, BP-2L14 FS-34U Filter Set Battery Pack S-150 S-video Cable VFL-1 Video Flash Light STV-250N Stereo Video Cable TV PC-A10 SCART Adapter VCR VL-3 Video Lig
Optional Accessories Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to perform optimally 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).
TL-H34 Tele-converter This Tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.5. • The image stabilizer is not as effective when the Tele-converter is attached. • The minimum focusing distance with the TL-H34 is 2.5 m; 2.5 cm at maximum wide angle. • When the Tele-converter is attached, a shadow may appear in the picture when you record with video light (MVX250i: or with assist lamp or flash). E WD-H34 Wide-converter This lens decreases focal length by a factor of 0.
SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. VFL-1 Video Flash Light This video flash light allows you to record still images and movies even at night or in dark places. It attaches to the camcorder’s advanced accessory shoe for cable-free operation. VL-3 Video Light This video light enables you to record brightly in color even in dark places. It attaches to the camcorder’s advanced accessory shoe for cablefree operation.
Specifications MVX250i/MVX200i/MVX200 E System Video Recording System Audio Recording System Television System Image Sensor Tape Format Tape Speed Maximum Recording Time (80 min.
Input/Output Terminals (MVX200: Output only) AV Terminal DV Terminal MIC Terminal (MVX250i) Headphone Terminal USB Terminal S-video Terminal ø3.5 mm minijack Video: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced Audio output: –10 dBV (47 kohm load)/3 kohms or less Audio input*: –10 dBV/40 kohms or more Special 4-pin connector (IEEE 1394 compliant) ø3.5 mm stereo mini-jack –57 dBV (with 600 ohm mic)/5 kohms or more ø3.5 mm stereo mini-jack mini-B 1 Vp-p/75 ohms (Y signal), 0.3 Vp-p/75 ohms (C signal) *MVX250i/MVX200i only.
Index 12bit audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 16:9 widescreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 6-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 A Abroad, using the camcorder . . . 147 Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 152 Advanced accessory shoe . . . . . . . 79 AF-assist lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Analog line-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Analog-digital converter. . . . . . . . 86 Assist lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Audio dubbing . . . . . . . . . . .
Memory card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37-43 Microphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61, 88 MIC terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61, 88 Movie size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 MultiMediaCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Multi-image screen . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 My Camera settings . . . . . . . . . . . 74 N ND filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 NETWORK Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Night mode . . . . . . . . . . .
PUB.DIE-202 Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual CANON INC. English Canon Europa N.V. P.O. Box 2262, 1180 EG Amstelveen, the Netherlands Canon UK Ltd. CCI Service Centre, Unit 130 Centennial Park, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3SE, England Telephone 0870-241-2161 Introduction Canon Australia Pty. Ltd. Info-Line: 131383 www.canon.com.au Basic Functions Canon New Zealand Ltd. Customer Care: (09) 489 0470 www.canon.co.nz Canon Singapore Pte.