0_D75PAL_E(cover) 11/06/03 18:48 Page 1 PUB.DIE-193 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 1 Thomas Holt Drive, North Ryde, N.S.W.
0_D75PAL_E(cover) 11/06/03 18:48 Page 2 Important Usage Instructions E 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. Introduction CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
1_D75PAL_E(02-12) 11/06/03 18:52 Page 3 Reference Guide The following manuals are supplied with the camcorder: E ❍ Digital Video Camcorder MVX3i Instruction Manual This manual explains the camcorder operations from basic video recording to the use of the full range of features.
1_D75PAL_E(02-12) 11/06/03 18:52 Page 4 Table of Contents E Introduction Reference Guide ..............................................................................................................3 Thank You for Choosing a Canon ................................................................................7 Introducing the MVX3i ..................................................................................................8 Components Guide .........................................................
1_D75PAL_E(02-12) 11/06/03 18:52 Page 5 Using the Zebra Pattern ..............................................................................................84 Backlight Compensation ..............................................................................................84 Setting the Shutter Speed ( Mode)......................................................................85 Setting the Aperture ( Mode) ..............................................................................
1_D75PAL_E(02-12) 11/06/03 18:52 Page 6 Conventions Used in This Manual Operating Modes E Operating Mode Position of the POWER Switch Position of the TAPE/CARD Switch CAMERA CAMERA b (TAPE) PLAY (VCR) PLAY (VCR) b (TAPE) CARD CAMERA CAMERA (CARD) CARD PLAY (VCR) PLAY (VCR) (CARD) Introduction Available functions depend upon the operating mode. It is indicated as follows: CAMERA : Function can be used in this mode. CAMERA : Function cannot be used in this mode.
1_D75PAL_E(02-12) 11/06/03 18:52 Page 7 Thank You for Choosing a Canon The Canon MVX3i provides a full range of options and functions. We recommend reading this manual thoroughly before you use the camcorder. It will help you to E become more familiar with your camcorder, and learn how to operate it properly. We suggest that you master the basic operations of the camcorder first, before moving on to its full range of features.
1_D75PAL_E(02-12) 11/06/03 18:52 Page 8 Introducing the MVX3i E 2 Megapixel CCD Advanced Accessory Shoe The MVX3i incorporates a 2 megapixel CCD, allowing recording of highresolution still images on a memory card. Simply slide Canon’s VFL-1 Video Flash Light, DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone or VL-3 Video Light into the accessory shoe; the camcorder provides power and connections. (Tape: 1.
1_D75PAL_E(02-12) 11/06/03 18:52 Page 9 Components Guide MVX3i E REC SEARCH – button (p. 33) / (record review) button (p. 33) / (rewind) button (p. 35) / CARD – button (p. 124) (flash) button (p. 58) / (play/pause) button (p. 35) (stop) button (p. 35) (self-timer) button (p. 73) / REC PAUSE (LINE-IN) button (p. 97,98) REC SEARCH + button (p. 33) / (fast forward) button (p. 35) / CARD + button (p. 124) CARD STILL/MOVIE button (p. 125) (L IN ) E -I N TAPE/CARD switch (p.
1_D75PAL_E(02-12) 11/06/03 18:52 Page 10 E Diopter adjustment lever (p. 18) Viewfinder protect cover (p. 18) Introduction Advanced accessory shoe (p. 77) Accessory Shoe Cover (p. 19) Zoom lever (p. 28) Viewfinder (p. 18) Built-in speaker (p. 37) PHOTO button (p. 56, 112) POWER indicator Grip belt (p. 19) Start/stop button (p. 26, 122) Strap mount (p. 19) POWER switch (p. 6) CAMERA OFF PLAY(VCR) NETWORK* (phones) terminal (p. 37, 76) Cassette compartment cover (p. 20) Cassette compartment (p.
1_D75PAL_E(02-12) 11/06/03 18:52 Page 11 E Assist lamp (White LED) (p. 63) Remote sensor (p. 22) USB terminal (p. 138) Stereo microphone (p. 75) Built-in Flash (p. 58) DV IN/OUT terminal (p. 96) Introduction Terminal cover Focus ring (p. 81) S-video IN/OUT terminal (p. 39) Tally lamp (p. 53) DC IN terminal (p. 13) AV IN/OUT terminal (p. 3) MIC terminal (p. 75) CHARGE indicator (p. 14) Bottom view Tripod socket (p. 34) OPEN/EJECT switch (p.
1_D75PAL_E(02-12) 11/06/03 18:52 Page 12 WL-D81 Wireless Controller E q !9 @0 @1 @2 @3 @4 @5 @6 @7 @8 w e r PHOTO t y Introduction u W ZOOM T SELF T. SEARCH SELECT 12bit AUDIO OUT MIX BALANCE ST-1 ST-2 CARD STILL/MOVIE D.EFFECTS CARD i START /STOP TV SCREEN ON/OFF DATA CODE SLIDE SHOW P.SET o !0 !1 REC PAUSE REW ZERO SET MEMORY / AUDIO DUB.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 13 Using a Household Power Source You can operate the camcorder from a household power source using the supplied power adapter. The power adapter converts current from a power outlet (100-240 V E AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by the camcorder. 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. 2. Connect the power cord to the power adapter. q r 3. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 4. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 14 Attaching and Charging the Battery Pack E Charge the battery pack with the supplied power adapter before you use the camcorder for the first time and subsequently when the message “CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK” appears. 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. q 2. Extend the viewfinder and move it upward. w Mastering the Basics 3. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. • Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 15 Charging, Recording and Playback Time Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or playback conditions. E Charging Time Battery Pack Charging Time BP-512 (Supplied) 120 min. BP-511 (Optional) 120 min. BP-522 (Optional) 210 min. BP-535 (Optional) 310 min. • Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 5º C and 40º C. • A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 16 How much power is left? The battery symbols indicate the charge status of the battery E pack. When the battery pack is empty, “CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK” appears for 4 seconds and starts flashing. The battery charge indicators are not constant – they vary according to the condition under which battery pack and camcorder are used. Mastering the Basics Battery Pack Handling Precautions DANGER! Treat the battery pack with care.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 17 Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Power the camcorder from a E household power source or with a battery pack when replacing the backup battery to retain the setting. 1. Open the backup battery cover. 2. Insert the lithium battery with the + side facing outward. q w e Mastering the Basics 3. Close the cover.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 18 Preparing the Camcorder E Adjusting the Viewfinder (Diopter Adjustment) 1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed. 2. Extend the viewfinder and move it upward. 3. Adjust the diopter adjustment lever. Mastering the Basics Do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as it may melt (due to concentration of light by the lens). Adjust the angle of the viewfinder to prevent sunlight from entering.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 19 Fastening the Grip Belt Hold the camcorder with your right hand and adjust the belt with your left. Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the E zoom lever and photo button with your index finger, and the start/stop button with your thumb. Attaching the Shoulder Strap For extra security and portability, attach the shoulder strap before using the camcorder. Mastering the Basics Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 20 Loading a Cassette E Use only video cassettes marked with the D logo. Loading and Unloading 1. Slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT switch and open the cassette compartment cover. Tape protection tab w q The cassette compartment opens automatically. • Load the cassette with the window facing the grip belt and the REC/SAVE tab facing upward. • Unload the cassette by pulling it straight out. OPEN/EJECT Mastering the Basics 2. Load/unload the cassette. e 3.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 21 Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure To protect your recordings from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to the E left. (This switch position is usually labelled SAVE or ERASE OFF.) If you load a protected cassette in CAMERA REC SAVE REC SAVE mode, the message “THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” appears for approx. 4 seconds and v starts flashing. If you wish to record on that cassette, slide the tab back to the right.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 22 Using the Wireless Controller E You can operate the camcorder with the supplied wireless controller from a distance of up to 5 m. Point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 23 Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder. Install the backup battery before you begin ( 17). E Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time CAMERA ( 42) SYSTEM PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) T.ZONE/DST•••PARIS 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 3. Turn the selector dial to select [T.ZONE/DST] and press the selector dial. Mastering the Basics 2.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 24 16 1 E 19 4 20 18 2 24 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 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 No. Time zone LONDON PARIS CAIRO MOSCOW DUBAI KARACHI DACCA BANGKOK H. KONG (Hong Kong) TOKYO SYDNEY SOLOMON Mastering the Basics 1 WELLGTN (Wellington) SAMOA HONOLU. (Honolulu) ANCHOR. (Anchorage) L.A. (Los Angeles) DENVER CHICAGO N.Y. (New York) CARACAS RIO (Rio de Janeiro) FERNAN.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 25 2. Turn the selector dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the selector dial. 3. Turn the selector dial to select [D/TIME SET] and press the selector dial. E The year display starts to flash. 4. Turn the selector dial to select the year, and press the selector dial. • The next part of the display starts flashing. • Set the month, day, hours and minutes in the same way. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu and to start the clock.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 26 Recording Movies on a Tape E You can use the LCD screen or the viewfinder when recording. Adjust the angle of the LCD panel or viewfinder for comfortable recording. 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 ( 160). Preparations Connect a power source. Load a cassette. Recording Mastering the Basics 1. Remove the lens cap. 2.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 27 When You Have Finished Recording 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. 2. Close the LCD panel and return the viewfinder to its original position. 3. Replace the lens cap. E 4. Unload the cassette. 5. Disconnect the power source. When recording outdoors or through a window, do not leave LCD screen, viewfinder or lens exposed to direct sunlight as it may cause damage. Mastering the Basics ❍ Turn the power off if you do not intend to use the camcorder for a longer time.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 28 Zooming E The camcorder’s zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for your recordings. The camcorder automatically switches between optical zooming and digital zooming. Image resolution is slightly lower with the digital zoom. T Zoom in W Zoom out 10× Optical Zoom (Card: 9×) Mastering the Basics 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.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 29 ❍ Keep at least 1 m to the subject. At wide-angle, you can focus on a subject as close as 2 cm in CAMERA mode and 6 cm in CARD CAMERA mode. ❍ A zoom indicator appears for 4 seconds. It extends in light blue when the digital zoom is set to 40×, and extends further in dark blue when set to 200×. ❍ Digital zoom cannot be used in the Night mode and Super Night mode. ❍ Digital zoom cannot be used when the multi-image screen is selected.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 30 Using the LCD Screen E 1. Push the OPEN button at the LCD panel and open the LCD panel. The LCD screen switches on and the viewfinder switches off. 2. Rotate the LCD panel and choose the angle of the screen. You can rotate the LCD panel so that the screen faces in the same direction as the lens ( 31), or push it flat against the camcorder with the screen facing outward. Mastering the Basics 3. Close the LCD panel after use.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 31 Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Screen CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) E ( 42) DISPLAY SET UP BRIGHTNESS•••– + 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the selector dial to select [DISPLAY SET UP] and press the selector dial. 3. Turn the selector dial to select [BRIGHTNESS] and press the selector dial. Turn the selector dial up to make the screen brighter and down to make it darker. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 32 CAMERA E ( 42) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SET UP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) LCD MIRROR•••ON 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the selector dial to select [DISPLAY SET UP] and press the selector dial. 3. Turn the selector dial to select [LCD MIRROR] and press the selector dial. Mastering the Basics 4. Turn the selector dial to select [OFF]. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 33 Searching and Reviewing when Recording REC SEARCH – button/ v (record review) button REC SEARCH + button E Record Review CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) Mastering the Basics 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.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 34 Tips for Making Better Videos Holding the Camcorder E 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.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 35 Playing Back a Tape When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound via built-in speaker. The built-in speaker is monaural. Use headphones for stereo sound or E when using the viewfinder for playback. Preparations Connect a power source. Load a cassette. Playback 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode. 2. Open the LCD panel. You can also close the LCD panel with the screen facing outward. Mastering the Basics q r t e 3.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 36 Special Playback Modes Special playback modes (except of playback pause and fast/rewind playback) can only E be operated with the wireless controller. e/a (play/pause) button 3 (stop) button REW PLAY FF STOP 1 (fast forward) button PAUSE SLOW 2 ` (rewind) button e/a (Playback Pause) Mastering the Basics To pause playback, press the e/a button. Press the e/a button to resume playback.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 37 Playing Back with the Built-in Speaker/Headphones E Built-in speaker Selector dial H (phones) terminal ❍ The built-in speaker does not sound when you use headphones. ❍ The built-in speaker is monaural. Use headphones for stereo sound. Adjusting the Volume PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) Turn the selector dial up to increase the volume, and down to lower the volume. Mastering the Basics CAMERA • A volume bar appears for 4 seconds.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 38 Playing Back on a TV Screen E You can connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR to play back your recordings on a TV screen. When you use the TV as a monitor during recording, keep the TV volume turned down as long as the camcorder’s audio terminals are connected. An unpleasant high-pitched squeal, called feedback, may be produced if sound from the TV speakers is picked up by the microphone. For high picture quality, we recommend using a TV with an S (S1) terminal.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 39 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). E TVs with S (S1)-Video Input Terminal Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 40 TVs with Audio/Video Terminals Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. E VIDEO AUDIO L R Signal flow Mastering the Basics STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) 1. Turn off all devices before starting the connections. 2. Connect the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable to the camcorder’s AV terminal and the audio/video terminals on the TV/VCR.
2_D75PAL_E(13-41) 11/06/03 18:55 Page 41 Selecting the Audio Output Channel You can select the output channels when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels. CAMERA ( 42) E PLAY (VCR) AUDIO SET UP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) OUTPUT CH••••L/R 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the selector dial to select [AUDIO SET UP] and press the selector dial. 4. Turn the selector dial to select a setting option. • L/R: Stereo: L+R channels, Bilingual: Main+Sub.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 42 Menus and Settings E Many of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus that appear on the screen. Selecting Menus and Settings 1. Set the camcorder to the correct operating mode. Using the Full Range of Features 2. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 3. Turn the selector dial to select a submenu and press the selector dial. 4. Turn the selector dial to select a menu item and press the selector dial. 5.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 43 Menu and Default Settings Default settings are shown in boldface. CAMERA Menu (CAM. MENU) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA Submenu \CARD MIX Menu Item MIX TYPE ANIMAT. TYPE CARD CAMERA Setting Options CARD CHROMA, CARD LUMI., CAM. CHROMA, C. ANIMATION CORNER, STRAIGHT, RANDOM MIX LEVEL CAMERA SET UP D. ZOOM E CARD CAMERA 132 132 132 28 IMAGE S. i* ON, OFF 72 WHITE BAL.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 44 Submenu SYSTEM E Menu Item CUSTOM KEY Setting Options OFF, IMAGE S., BLC, ZEBRA 52 WL. REMOTE A1, A2, OFF B 50 TALLY LAMP ON, OFF 53 BEEP ON, OFF 53 T.ZONE/DST See list of time zones 23 D/TIME SET Using the Full Range of Features MY CAMERA 44 24 S-UP SOUND OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND1, MY SOUND2 51 SHTR SOUND OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND1, MY SOUND2 51 OPER.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 45 PLAY (VCR) Menu (VCR MENU) CAMERA Submenu VCR SET UP AUDIO SET UP CARD SET UP SYSTEM CARD CAMERA E Menu Item REC MODE SP, LP 55 AV \ DV OUT ON, OFF 100 OUTPUT CH L/R, L/L, R/R 41 AUDIO DUB. AUDIO IN, MIC. IN 104 WIND SCREEN ON, OFF 76 MIC ATT ON, OFF 75 MIC LEVEL AUTO, MANUAL 74 AUDIO MODE 16bit, 12bit 74 SI QUALITY SUPER FINE, FINE, NORMAL 109 MOVIE SIZE 352 × 288, 176 × 144 110 FILE NOS.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 46 Submenu MY CAMERA Using the Full Range of Features E 46 Menu Item S-UP SOUND Setting Options OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND1, MY SOUND2 51 SHTR SOUND OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND1, MY SOUND2 51 OPER.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 47 CARD CAMERA Menu (C. CAM. MENU) CAMERA PLAY (VCR) Submenu Menu Item CAMERA SET UP D.ZOOM CARD SET UP DISPLAY SET UP CARD PLAY (VCR) E Setting Options OFF, 36× 28 IMAGE S. i* ON, OFF 72 WHITE BAL. AUTO, SET W, INDOOR T, OUTDOOR U 88 DRIVE MODE* CONT. 118 AF AST LAMP AUTO, OFF 59 FOCUS PRI.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 48 Submenu SYSTEM E Menu Item CUSTOM KEY Setting Options OFF, IMAGE S., BLC, ZEBRA, DRIVE MODE 52 WL. REMOTE A1, A2, OFF B 50 TALLY LAMP ON, OFF 53 BEEP ON, OFF 53 T.ZONE/DST See list of time zones 23 D/TIME SET Using the Full Range of Features MY CAMERA 48 24 S-UP SOUND OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND1, MY SOUND2 51 SHTR SOUND OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND1, MY SOUND2 51 OPER.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 49 CARD PLAY (VCR) Menu (C.PLAY MENU) CAMERA Submenu CARD OPERATIONS (Single Image Display) CARD PLAY (VCR) Setting Options CANCEL, EXECUTE 136 PRINT ORDERS ALL ERASE YES, NO 130 IMAGE ERASE CANCEL, SINGLE, ALL 128 FORMAT CANCEL, EXECUTE 137 PROTECT \ VCR SET UP REC MODE DISPLAY SET UP BRIGHTNESS \ 127 PRINT ORDER 129 SP, LP DISPLAYS ON, OFF 152 D/TIME SEL. DATE, TIME, DATE & TIME 92 LANGUAGE ENGLISH, 53 WL.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 50 Changing the Remote Sensor Mode E 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 CAMERA WL.REMOTE•••• CARD PLAY (VCR) 1 42) Open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [WL. REMOTE], set it to [OFF B] and close the menu. “B“ appears.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 51 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 E Camera settings). ❍ The start-up image can only be selected in CARD PLAY (VCR) mode.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 52 Using the Custom Key E You can assign the following functions to the CSTM KEY, independently for CAMERA and CARD CAMERA mode.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 53 Other Camcorder Settings Beep You will hear a beep upon camcorder operations such as power on/off, start/stop, self- E timer countdown, automatic shut-off, and unusual conditions of the camcorder. The beep will not be recorded. If you turn off the beep, all camcorder sounds including the ones of the My Camera settings will be turned off.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 54 ❍ The 16:9 mode is an electronically processed effect. ❍ The 16:9 mode cannot be selected in the Easy Recording mode. ❍ Still images cannot be recorded when the 16:9 format is selected. ❍ Multi-image screen and card mix function cannot be used when the 16:9 format is selected. ❍ If you play back a 16:9 recording on a normal TV, the image appears vertically “squashed” (compressed). E Demonstration Mode The demonstration mode displays the camcorder’s main features.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 55 Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) You can choose from SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usage by 1.5 times. E ❍ Tapes recorded in LP mode cannot be used for audio dubbing ( 104) or AV insert ( 102). ❍ Depending on the nature and usage condition of the tape, picture and sound recorded in LP mode may be distorted. We recommend using the SP mode for important recordings.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 56 Recording Still Images on the Tape E Starting your recording with a still image allows you to easily locate the beginning of the recording with the Photo Search function ( 93). You can also record still images on a memory card while recording movies on a tape ( 113). Open the menu and select [CAMERA SET UP]. Select [PHOTO REC], confirm that [TAPE }] is selected and close the menu.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 57 During Recording 1. Press the PHOTO button fully. • The camcorder records the still image for approx. 6 seconds. During this time, the camcorder displays the still image and E keeps recording the sound. • The camcorder returns to record pause mode. ❍ When you turn the POWER switch to OFF while the camcorder is recording the still image, it will not turn off until recording is complete.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 58 Using the Built-in Flash E You can use the built-in flash for recording still images. (auto) The flash fires automatically according to the brightness of the subject. (red-eye reduction, auto) The flash fires automatically according to the brightness of the subject, and the assist lamp lights up to reduce the red-eye effect. (flash on) The flash always fires. (flash off) The flash does not fire. Use this setting in places where flash photography is prohibited.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 59 ❍ The flash will not fire in the following cases: - When you lock the exposure by pressing the EXP dial in (auto) or (red-eye reduction, auto) mode. - When the shutter speed is set to 1/2000 in Tv mode in CAMERA mode. However, if (flash on) is selected, the shutter speed becomes set to 1/1000 and the flash fires. - When an abnormality occurs during charging (the flash mark flashes in red).
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 60 Turning Off the AF-Assist Lamp CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) E ( 42) CAMERA SET UP AF AST LAMP••AUTO Using the Full Range of Features To turn off the AF-assist lamp, open the menu and select [CAMERA SET UP]. Select [AF AST LAMP], set it to [OFF] and close the menu.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:14 Page 61 Using the Recording Programs The camcorder is equipped several program AE modes. The availability of functions differs depending on the selected mode.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 62 Shutter-Priority Mode Use this mode to select the shutter speed ( E 85). Use a high Tv 500 shutter speed for recording sports scenes (such as tennis or golf) or moving subjects (such as roller coasters). Use a slow shutter speed when recording in dimly lit places, or to create a trailing effect. Aperture-Priority Mode Use this mode to select the aperture ( 87).
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 63 Super Night Use this mode to record in very dark places. The shutter speed is adjusted automatically. The assist lamp (White LED) lights up E automatically responding to the surrounding brightness and illuminates the subject in the center of the screen. ❍ The range of the assist lamp is limited. Check the image on the screen when recording. ❍ Use this mode for recordings at close range (2m). ❍ Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 64 Using Digital Effects E You can use the digital effects during recording and playback. Faders ( Effects ( 65): Begin or end scenes with a fade to or from black. 68): Add flavor to your recordings.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 65 Faders Fade Trigger (FADE-T) The image gradually fades in. E 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 is wiped off from the corners. Jump (JUMP) Using the Full Range of Features The image appears from the corners until it fills the whole screen.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 66 Puzzle (PUZZLE) E 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. Using the Full Range of Features Black stripes appear in zigzag from the bottom of the screen until they cover the whole image.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 67 Selecting a Fader CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) E 1. In CAMERA mode, turn the mode dial to a position other than [. 2. Press the SELECT button. [D.EFFECTS |], [FADER], [EFFECT] and [MULTI-S] appear. 3. Select [FADER]. 4. Select the fader option. 5. Press the SELECT button. The name of the selected fader flashes. CAMERA mode: The fader can be activated/deactivated by pressing the ON/OFF button. Using the Full Range of Features 6.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 68 Effects Art (ART) E The image becomes like a paint (solarization). Black and White (BLK & WHT) The image becomes black and white. Sepia (SEPIA) The image becomes monochrome with a brownish tint. Mosaic (MOSAIC) The image is blurred through enlarging the size of some pixels. Ball (BALL) Using the Full Range of Features The image becomes like a ball. Cube (CUBE) The image becomes a cube and rotates. Wave (WAVE) Both ends of the image sway in waves.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 69 Selecting an Effect CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) E 1. In CAMERA mode, turn the mode dial to a position other than [. 2. Press the SELECT button. [D.EFFECTS OFF], [FADER], [EFFECT] and [MULTI-S] appear. 3. Select [EFFECT]. 4. Select the effect. 5. Press the SELECT button. The name of the selected effect flashes. Using the Full Range of Features 6. Press the ON/OFF button. • The name of the selected effect stops flashing.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 70 Using the Multi-Image Screen E The multi-image screen captures moving subjects in 4, 9 or 16 sequences of still images with the Image Capture feature and displays them at one time. Sound will be recorded normally. This feature can be used in CAMERA and PLAY (VCR) mode. You can choose the transition speed at which to capture the subject from manual, fast (every 4 frames), moderate (every 6 frames) or slow (every 8 frames).
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 71 Capturing 10.Press the ON/OFF button. • MANUAL: Images will be captured each time you press the ON/OFF button. The blue frame indicating the next sequence disappears after the last image. To cancel the last E captured image, press and hold the ON/OFF button. To cancel the multi-image screen, press and release the ON/OFF button. • FAST, MODERATE, SLOW: The set number of images will be captured at the set speed.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 72 Turning Off the Image Stabilizer E Canon‘s optical image stabilizer allows you to obtain steady recordings even at telephoto. Unlike electronic image stabilizers, it causes no loss in picture quality. There is no need to turn off the image stabilizer during normal recording. However, the camcorder tries to compensate for horizontal movements and you may therefore decide to turn it off during panning.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 73 Recording With the Self-Timer PLAY (VCR) CAMERA CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) E START/STOP button PHOTO button SELF T. button PHOTO button (self-timer) button 1. Press the “ Start/stop button (self-timer) button. ” appears. 2. Press the start/stop button. • The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown (2 seconds when using the wireless controller). The count down appears on the screen. • The tally lamp starts flashing.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 74 Audio Recording E Changing the Audio Mode 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 ( 42) CARD CAMERA PLAY (VCR) AUDIO SET UP CARD PLAY (VCR) AUDIO MODE•••12bit Open the menu and select [AUDIO SET UP]. Select [AUDIO MODE], set it to [16bit] and close the menu.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 75 ❍ The microphone level resets to [AUTO] when you turn the mode dial to [. ❍ We recommend using headphones when manually adjusting the audio level. ❍ When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks, drums or concerts), sound may become distorted or may be recorded not in the actual sound level. ❍ If sound is distorted, turn on the microphone attenuator.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 76 Wind Screen You can reduce the wind noise when recording in windy places. E CAMERA ( 42) PLAY (VCR) AUDIO SET UP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) WIND SCREEN••OFF Open the menu and select [AUDIO SET UP]. Select [WIND SCREEN], set it to [ON] and close the menu. “WS O” appears when you turn the wind screen on. Using the Full Range of Features ❍ Low sound may be reduced together with the wind noise. We recommend turning off the wind screen for normal recordings.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 77 Using the VL-3 Video Light (Optional) This VL-3 Video Light attaches to the camcorder’s advanced accessory shoe for cable-free operation and is powered by the camcorder’s power supply. Refer also to the VL-3 Video Light instruction manual. E ❍ Always turn off the camcorder before attaching/removing the video light. ❍ Do not touch or place flammable material or plastic close to the lamp or the surrounding parts during or immediately after use; they become very hot.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 78 Using the VFL-1 Video Flash Light (Optional) E This video flash light attaches to the camcorder’s advanced accessory shoe for cable-free operation and is powered by the camcorder’s power supply. Using it as video light, you can set it to turn on and off automatically according to the surrounding brightness. The flash has a higher intensity than the built-in flash and can be set to the same modes as the built-in flash.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 79 Using the Video Flash Light as Flash If you attach the video flash light and set it to ON, the video flash light fires in place of the built-in flash. Refer to Using the Built-in Flash ( 58) for instructions on selecting the flash mode. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY (VCR) 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA or CARD CAMERA mode. 2. Set the video flash light’s POWER switch to ” ON. ” (Connection) appears.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 80 Using the DM-50 Microphone (Optional) E The high sensitive Directional Stereo Microphone DM-50 attaches to the advanced accessory shoe for cable-free operation and is powered by the camcorder’s power supply. Use it for recording or dubbing audio. Refer also to the DM-50 Microphone instruction manual. ❍ Always turn the camcorder off before attaching/removing the microphone. ❍ Do not connect any microphone to the MIC terminal when the DM-50 Microphone is connected.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 81 Adjusting the Focus Manually Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects: Reflective surfaces Subjects with low contrast (e.g. White Wall) CAMERA PLAY (VCR) Fast Moving Subjects CARD CAMERA E Through dirty or wet windows CARD PLAY (VCR) 1. Turn the mode dial to a position other than [. 2. Adjust the zoom. 3. Press the FOCUS A/M button. “MF” appears.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 82 Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or E fireworks. Press the FOCUS A/M button more than 3 seconds in step 3. “MF ∞” appears. When you operate the zoom or turn the focus ring, “∞” disappears and Using the Full Range of Features the camcorder changes to manual focus.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 83 Adjusting Exposure Manually Exposure Lock You can lock the exposure when recording in situations where the lighting may E change suddenly to control the brightness of the image. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) 1. Turn the mode dial to a position other than [. 2. Press the EXP dial. • “E.LOCK ±0” appears on the screen. • When you operate the zoom, the brightness of the image may change.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 84 Using the Zebra Pattern E The zebra pattern is a series of diagonal stripes that appear on the screen to indicate overexposed areas. Use it as a guide when setting the exposure, aperture or shutter speed. CAMERA ( 42) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SET UP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) ZEBRA••••••••OFF Open the menu and select [CAMERA SET UP]. Select [ZEBRA], set it to [ON] and close the menu. ❍ The zebra pattern will not be recorded.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 85 Setting the Shutter Speed ( In Mode) (Shutter-Priority) mode, you can adjust the shutter speed to make stable shots of fast moving subjects or when recording in dimly lit places. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) 1. Turn the mode dial to CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY (VCR) . 2. Turn the EXP dial to select the shutter speed. Turn the EXP dial up for a slower shutter and down for a faster shutter.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 86 ❍ Guidelines for Recording with High Shutter Speeds: - Outdoor sports such as golf or tennis: 1/2000 E - Moving objects such as cars or roller coasters: 1/1000, 1/500 or 1/250 Using the Full Range of Features - Indoor sports such as basketball: 1/120 86 - Do not point the camcorder directly at the sun when the shutter speed is set to 1/1000 or higher. - The image may flicker when recording with high shutter speeds.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 87 Setting the Aperture ( Mode) Select the aperture to control the depth of field to give accent to your subject by blurring the background or the foreground. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) 1. Turn the mode dial to CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY (VCR) . 2. Turn the EXP dial to select the aperture. • Turn the EXP dial up to open the aperture (decrease the F number) and down to close the aperture (increase the F number). • Available settings: F1.6 (1.8 in CARD CAMERA mode), F2.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 88 Setting the White Balance E The camcorder’s auto white balance system adjusts the colours to appear natural for different lighting conditions. However, you can use the preset modes to reproduce colours more accurately, or set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting. White sheet or paper Zoom lever Mode dial MENU button Using the Full Range of Features Selector dial 88 ❍ In the Easy Recording mode, white balance is preset to [AUTO].
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 89 CAMERA ( 42) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SET UP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) WHITE BAL.•••AUTO E For T (Indoor) or U (Outdoor) Setting: 1. Turn the mode dial to a position other than [. 2. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SET UP]. 3. Select [WHITE BAL.]. 4. Select [INDOOR T] or [OUTDOOR U]. “T” or “U” appears. 5. Close the menu. For Custom White Balance: 1. Turn the mode dial to a position other than [. 2. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SET UP]. 3.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 90 Magnifying the Image E The playback image can be magnified up to 5 times. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA 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 P.SET controller.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 91 Displaying the Data Code Once date and time are set, the camcorder maintains a data code containing recording date and time and other camera data such as shutter speed and exposure E (f-stop). Only date and time appear when playing back a memory card. FOCUS A/M button (data code) MENU button DATA CODE button Selector dial MENU button Select buttons Available Data Code Combinations (in PLAY (VCR) mode): DATA CODE (tape only) Date/Time D/TIME SEL.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 92 Selecting the Date/Time Display Combination CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) E ( 42) DISPLAY SET UP D/TIME SEL.••DATE & TIME Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SET UP]. Select [D/TIME SEL.], set it to [DATE] or [TIME] and close the menu. Selecting the Data Code Display Combination CAMERA ( 42) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SET UP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) DATA CODE••••DATE/TIME Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SET UP].
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 93 Photo Search/Date Search You can search for a still image recorded SEARCH SELECT button anywhere on the tape with the photo search function, or locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. E Search buttons STOP 3 button CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA 1. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to choose between photo search and date search. “PHOTO SEARCH” or “DATE SEARCH” appears. CARD PLAY (VCR) PHOTO W ZOOM 12bit AUDIO OUT 2.
3_D75PAL_E(42-94) 11/06/03 19:15 Page 94 Returning to a Pre-marked Position E If you wish to return to a particular scene later, mark the point with the zero set REW ` button memory and the tape will stop at that point when you rewind/fast forward the tape. PLAY e button ZERO SET MEMORY button CAMERA PLAY (VCR) 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.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 95 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 E generation loss in image and sound quality. When connecting a VCR: ❍ The quality of the edited tape will be slightly lower than that of the original.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 96 Connecting a Digital Video Device Refer also to the instruction manual of the digital video device.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 97 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 E the camcorder. ❍ Anomalous signals sent from the connected device may be recorded as anomalous picture (although it may not appear so on the screen), or it may not be recorded at all. ❍ You cannot record from tapes with copyright protective signals.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 98 Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) E You can record from other digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal with virtually no loss in picture and sound quality. ❍ When recording from digital video devices, make sure that “AV \ DV” is not displayed on the screen. If “AV \ DV” is displayed, change the setting ( 101).
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 99 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 E copyright protection laws.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 100 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) E By connecting the camcorder to a VCR or 8mm video camcorder, you can convert analog video/audio signals to digital signals and output the digital signals via the DV terminal. The DV terminal serves as output terminal only. ❍ Unload the tape from the camcorder. ❍ Turn off all devices before starting the connections.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 101 Turning On the Analog-Digital Converter CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD CAMERA E Press the AV \ DV button on the wireless controller. OR ( 42) VCR SET UP AV DV OUT••••OFF Open the menu and select [VCR SET UP]. Select [AV\DV OUT], set it to [ON] and close the menu. ❍ For normal use, set [AV \DV OUT] to [OFF] (so that “AV \DV” does not appear on the screen). If it is set to [ON], digital signals cannot be input via the camcorder’s DV terminal.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 102 Replacing Existing Scenes (AV Insert) E You can insert and replace images/audio on the tape of the camcorder with images/audio from other video devices connected via AV terminal or DV terminal. Scene to be inserted Playback tape Insert start Insert end Tape in the camcorder before inserting Tape in the camcorder after inserting Editing Inserted scene 102 ❍ You cannot insert from a TV program when the synchronised signals are distorted.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 103 Example: AV Insert from a VCR CAMERA CARD CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA E 1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR. See Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 38). 2. VCR: Load a recorded cassette. Locate the scene you wish to insert and pause playback shortly before the scene. 3. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode and load a recorded cassette. Make sure the tape-protect switch is set to allow recording. 4.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 104 Audio Dubbing E You can add sound from audio devices (AUDIO IN) or with the built-in or an external microphone (MIC. IN). ❍ Use only tapes recorded in SP mode 12-bit audio sound with this camcorder. Audio dubbing will stop if the tape has a blank section or a section recorded in LP mode, 16-bit or 12-bit 4-channel sound. In above case, create a copy in SP mode 12-bit audio sound using the analog line-in function.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 105 Using a Microphone E ❍ When using the built-in microphone: Do not connect any cables to the microphone terminal or the accessory shoe. ❍ When using an external microphone: Connect it to the microphone terminal. ❍ When using the DM-50 Microphone: Do not connect any cables to the microphone terminal. ❍ When you connect a TV via the S-video terminal or AV terminal, you can check the picture on the TV screen and the sound with headphones connected to the camcorder.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 106 7. Press the STOP 3 button on the wireless controller to stop dubbing. E PAUSE REW ZERO SET MEMORY / AUDIO DUB. PAUSE Audio device: Stop playback. AV INSERT AV DV PLAY FF STOP / SLOW ×2 MENU SET Set the zero set memory at the end of the scene you wish to dub audio. The camcorder will automatically stop audio dubbing at that point.
4_D75PAL_E(95-107) 11/06/03 19:00 Page 107 Connecting to a Computer Using a DV (IEEE1394) Cable You can transfer recordings to a computer equipped with a DV (IEEE1394) terminal or IEEE1394 capture board (optional software required). E Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin–4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin– 6 pin) DV Cable. DV IN/OUT terminal IEEE1394 (DV) terminal DV Cable (optional) 4-pin: 6-pin: Editing ❍ Operation may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications/settings of your computer.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 108 Inserting and Removing the Memory Card E You can use SD Memory Cards or a Terminals commercially available MultiMediaCards with this camcorder. The SD Memory Card has a protect switch for prevent accidental erasure. ❍ This camcorder is compatible with SD Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards only. Do not use any other types of memory cards. ❍ Turn off the camcorder before inserting or removing the memory card. Otherwise, it may result in data damage.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 109 Selecting the Image Quality/Size Changing the Still Image Quality E You can choose between Superfine, Fine and Normal. CAMERA ( 42) PLAY (VCR) CARD SET UP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) SI QUALITY•••FINE Open the menu and select [CARD SET UP]. Select [SI QUALITY], set it to [SUPER FINE] or [NORMAL] and close the menu. Changing the Still Image Size You can choose between 1632 × 1224 pixels, 1280 × 960 pixels and 640 × 480 pixels.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 110 ❍ The indication may not decrease even though a recording has been made, or may decrease by 2 images at once. ❍ All indicators are displayed in green when a memory card is played back. E Changing the Movie Size You can choose between 352 × 288 pixels and 176 × 144 pixels. CAMERA ( 42) PLAY (VCR) CARD SET UP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) MOVIE SIZE•••352×288 Open the menu and select [CARD SET UP]. Select [MOVIE SIZE], set it to [176×144] and close the menu.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 111 RESET The file number will be reset each time a new memory card is inserted (starting at 101-0101 with still images and 001-101 with movies). If the memory card already E contains image files, the consecutive file number will be assigned. Still images: When you record 3 still images. 101 CONTINUOUS 101-0101 RESET 101-0102 101-0103 When you replace the memory card and record an image. 101 101-0104 101-0101 101 Movies: When you record 3 movies.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 112 Recording Still Images on a Memory Card E You can record still images with the camcorder, from a tape in the camcorder ( 114) or from devices connected via the DV terminal or AV terminal ( 115). PHOTO button Card access indicator ❍ Do not turn off the camcorder, 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.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 113 3. Press the PHOTO button fully. • F and focusing frame disappear and you hear a shutter sound. • The card access indicator flashes and the card access display appears. • The still image shown on the screen will be recorded on the memory card. E ❍ To use the self-timer ( 73), press the (self-timer) button before step 2 and press the PHOTO button fully.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 114 CAMERA E ( 42) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SET UP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) PHOTO REC••••TAPEb 1. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SET UP]. Select [PHOTO REC], set it to [CARD ] and close the menu. 2. While you are recording a movie, press the PHOTO button. The image shown on the screen will be recorded on the memory card. Recording from a Tape in the Camcorder You can record images from a tape in the camcorder as still images on a memory card.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 115 Recording from Other Video Devices You can record images from devices connected via the S-video terminal or AV terminal (analog line-in function), or via the DV terminal as still images on a memory card. When recording via the AV terminal, make sure that “AV \DV” is displayed on the screen. When recording via the DV terminal, make sure that “AV \DV” is not displayed. Change the setting as necessary ( 101). CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY (VCR) 1.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 116 Selecting the Focusing Point E 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 mode dial is set to [, the Focus-priority becomes set to ON (only the centre focusing point is available). The focusing frame gives an indication of the focusing point.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 117 ❍ If you operate the zoom lever, press the EXP dial or do not press the PHOTO button within 4 seconds, the frames other than the selected one disappear. ❍ When you press the PHOTO button fully before F and focusing frame turn green, F and focusing frame turn yellow. It may take up to 4 seconds until focus is adjusted and the still image can be recorded to the memory card.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 118 Selecting the Drive Mode E You can choose between three drive modes (recording modes). Continuous AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) Single Captures a quick series of still images while you press the PHOTO button. Captures a still image in three different exposures just by pressing the PHOTO button once. Records a single still image when you press the PHOTO button.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 119 Auto Exposure Bracketing With Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB), the camcorder records a still image in three different exposures (dark, normal, light in 1/2 EV steps), allowing you to choose the perfect exposed shot. CAMERA ( 42) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SET UP CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY (VCR) DRIVE MODE•••SINGLE 1. Set the camcorder to CARD CAMERA mode. 2. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SET UP]. Select [DRIVE MODE], set it to [AEB ] and close the menu.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 120 Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode) E You can shoot a series of overlapping images and merge them into one large panoramic scene using the supplied software (PhotoStitch) on a computer. 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 PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) 1.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 121 ❍ Compose each image so that it overlaps 30 to 50% of the adjoining image. Try to keep the vertical misalignment within 10%. ❍ Do not include moving subject in the overlapping portion. ❍ Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and close subjects. They may appear warped or doubled up. ❍ The continuous shooting mode cannot be used in Stitch Assist mode.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 122 Recording MPEG-4 Movies on a Memory Card E You can record MPEG-4 movies with the camcorder or from a tape in the camcorder ( 123). ❍ Do not turn off the camcorder, 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. ❍ When you are using a SD Memory Card, make sure that the protect switch is set to allow recording.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 123 Recording from a Tape in the Camcorder You can record movies from a tape in the camcorder on a memory card. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) E 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode. 2. Play back the tape. 3. Press the start/stop button when the scene you wish to record appears. You can keep recording until “CARD FULL” appears. 4. Press the start/stop to stop recording.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 124 Playing Back a Memory Card E You can play back memory card images on the LCD screen, viewfinder screen, or on a connected TV screen (see Playing Back on a TV Screen 38). You can display a single image, 6 at one time (index screen 125), or one after another (slide show 126). Use the Card Jump function to quickly locate an image without displaying them one by one ( 126).
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 125 Playing Back MPEG-4 Movies (Movie Playback Mode) Movies are played back in the movie playback mode. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) E 1. Set the camcorder to CARD PLAY (VCR) mode. 2. Press the CARD STILL/MOVIE button. • The camcorder displays the movie playback mode. • The last recorded movie appears with the first scene as a still image. • Pressing the CARD STILL/MOVIE button takes you back to the still image playback mode. 3.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 126 2. Press the CARD +/– button to change the image selection. E 3. Move the mark to the image you wish to view. • Turn the selector dial up to move to the next image and down to move to the previous image. • Turning the selector dial up on the last image displays the next index screen. Turning the selector dial down on the first image displays the previous index screen. 4. Move the zoom lever toward T. The index screen is cancelled.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 127 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. ❍ In movie playback mode, movies can be protected when is shown on the lower right of the movie.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 128 Erasing Images E You can erase images singly or all at once. Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. ❍ Protected images cannot be erased. ❍ When you select to erase all images, only those images in the respective playback mode (still image or movie) will be erased. ❍ In movie playback mode, movies can be erased when is shown on the lower right of the movie. ❍ Make sure to insert a memory card that contains images.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 129 Selecting Still Images for Printing (Print Order) 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 E be used for printing on DPOF compatible Canon printers and PictBridge-compliant printers. ❍ Make sure to insert a memory card that contains images. ❍ A maximum of 200 still images can be selected. ❍ Movies cannot be printed.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 130 Erasing All Print Orders CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA E ( CARD OPERATIONS 42) 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. Using a Memory Card 4. Select [b RETURN] to close the menu.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 131 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 E picture frames, backgrounds and animations) and combine it with the live video recording. ❍ Card mix cannot be used when [PHOTO REC] is set to [CARD ]. ❍ Movies recorded on a memory card cannot be combined with camcorder recordings.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 132 Card Luminance Key (CARD LUMI.) Combines illustrations or title with your recordings. The live video recording will appear in place of the light area of the card mix image. You can create your own title E or illustration by drawing on a white paper and recording it to the memory card. Mix level adjustment: light area of the still image. Live video recording Card mix image Camera Chroma Key (CAM. CHROMA) Combines backgrounds with your recordings.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 133 Selecting the Card Mix Effect CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) E CARD MIX ( MIX TYPE•••••CARD CHROMA MIX LEVEL••••– + 42) 1. Turn the mode dial to a position other than [. 2. Open the menu and select [\CARD MIX]. The card mix menu appears. 3. Select the image you wish to combine with the CARD +/– button. 4. Select [MIX TYPE]. [CARD CHROMA], [CARD LUMI.], [CAM. CHROMA] and [C. ANIMATION] appears. 5.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 134 Recording with the Card Mix Effect Movie: E 1. Press the start/stop button to begin recording. The combined image is recorded on the tape. 2. Press the start/stop button to end recording. Still Image: 1. Press the PHOTO button halfway. F flashes in white and turns green when focus is adjusted. 2. Press the PHOTO button fully. Using a Memory Card • The camcorder records the still image on the tape for approx. 6 seconds.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 135 Copying Still Images You can copy still images from tape to memory card, or from memory card to tape. ❍ All still images from the selected still image onward will be copied. ❍ The size of a still image copied from tape to memory card will be 640 × 480. ❍ The data code of the still image reflects the date and time it has been copied. E Copying Still Images from Tape to Memory Card Insert a memory card with enough remaining capacity, and load a recorded cassette.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 136 Copying Still Images from Memory Card to Tape Load a cassette with enough free space, and insert a recorded memory card. Make E sure that the protect tab on the cassette is set to allow recording. CAMERA ( 42) PLAY (VCR) CARD OPERATIONS CARD CAMERA COPY[ ] 1. Select the first still image you wish to copy with the CARD +/– buttons. To copy all still images from the memory card, select the first still image. 2. Open the menu and select [CARD OPERATIONS].
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 137 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 The camcorder formats memory cards in the Design rule for Camera File system (DCF) standard. ❍ 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.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 138 Connecting to a Computer Using a USB Cable E You can download images from the memory card to a computer using the supplied USB cable. ❍ Do not disconnect the USB cable, open the memory card cover, remove the memory card, change the position of the POWER switch or turn off the camcorder and computer while data is being transferred to the computer (while the camcorder’s card access indicator is flashing). Doing so may damage the memory card’s data.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 139 [STORAGE] When the camcorder is set to [STORAGE], it will be recognized as [Removable Disk] (USB mass storage device) by the computer. You can use the camcorder like a card reader/writer and download/upload still images and movies to/from the computer without installing the provided software (e.g. using Windows Explorer). Still Images are saved in the [***CANON] folder of the [DCIM] folder, and movies are saved in the [PRL***] folder of the [SD_VIDEO] folder.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:02 Page 140 Memory Card Information E Images recorded on a memory card with this camcorder can be transferred to a computer using the following products for SD Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards: PC Card Adapter: An adapter to insert a memory card into the card slot on the computer. USB Reader/Writer: Connects to the USB port of a computer for direct access to the memory card.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:03 Page 141 Sample Images 27 sample images are pre-recorded on the supplied SD Memory Card: 8 card chroma key images, 5 card luminance key images, 2 camera chroma key images and 12 card animation images.
5_D75PAL_E(108-142) 11/06/03 19:03 Page 142 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. E 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-europa.com/products/products.html http://www.canon-asia.com/ http://www.canon.com.
6_D75PAL_E(143-150) 11/06/03 19:05 Page 143 Printing Still Images (Direct Printing) You can print still images by connecting the camcorder to a printer with Direct Print function or to a PictBridge-compliant printer. You can also use the print order settings for direct printing ( 129). You can connect Canon Card Photo Printers with the Printers with the E logo, Canon Bubble Jet logo and printers with the logo.
6_D75PAL_E(143-150) 11/06/03 19:05 Page 144 3. Set the camcorder to CARD PLAY (VCR) mode. Wait until the card access indicator stops flashing. E 4. Connect the camcorder to the printer using the cable. appears and changes to “ Print P. SET ” 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.
6_D75PAL_E(143-150) 11/06/03 19:05 Page 145 ❍ Cancel Printing Press the controller in while "NOW PRINTING" is displayed. A confirmation dialog appears. Select [OK] and press the controller in. Printing stops even if it is incomplete and the paper is fed through. ❍ Printing Errors - If an error occurs during the printing process, an error message appears ( 158). - Bubble Jet Printer: With most errors, printing resumes automatically after you correct the error.
6_D75PAL_E(143-150) 11/06/03 19:05 Page 146 Selecting the Print Settings (Style/Paper Settings) E Check which print setting menu your camcorder displays and move to the respective section.The print setting options vary depending on the printer.
6_D75PAL_E(143-150) 11/06/03 19:05 Page 147 Selecting the Image Style 2. Make sure that the controller in. (Image) is selected and press 3. Press the controller to the right or left to select the image style and press the controller in. E Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. Selecting the Borders 2. Press the controller to the right or left to select (Borders) and press the controller in. 3.
6_D75PAL_E(143-150) 11/06/03 19:05 Page 148 Selecting the Borders E 2. Press the controller to the right or left to select (Borders) and press the controller in. 3. Press the controller to the right or left to select a borders option and press the controller in. Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. Print Setting Menu 3 Paper Settings The setting options for paper size, paper type and borders vary depending on the printer. Refer to the instruction manual of the printer.
6_D75PAL_E(143-150) 11/06/03 19:05 Page 149 Selecting the Borders 6. Press the controller down to select [BORDERS] and press the controller in. 7. Press the controller to the right or left to select a borders option and press the controller in. E Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. Including the Date in the Print 1. In the print setting menu, turn the controller up, down, to the right or left to select [ ] and press the controller in. 2.
6_D75PAL_E(143-150) 11/06/03 19:06 Page 150 Printing with Print Order Settings E You can print still images you have selected with the Print Order function. If you wish to print more than 1 copy, set the number of copies in the print order ( 129). When printing with print order settings, you can select the print style such as bordered or borderless, but not the trimming settings. CAMERA ( 42) PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) PRINT 1. Connect the printer to the camcorder ( 143). 2.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 151 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 USB E cable or DV (IEEE1394) cable. For details on DV Messenger version 2, refer to the DV Network Software Instruction Manual. Do not connect the camcorder to a printer when the camcorder is set to NETWORK mode. Connection First, install DV Messenger.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 152 Screen Displays E LCD Screen Displays You can hide the displays on the LCD screen to have a clear screen for playback. CAMERA ( 42) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SET UP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY (VCR) DISPLAYS•••••ON Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SET UP]. Select [DISPLAYS], set it to [OFF ] and close the menu. • The LCD screen will become completely blank (also the TV screen if connected).
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 153 Screen Displays during Basic Recording/Playback indicates flashing. CAMERA mode (battery pack attached): • Remote sensor mode and audio mode disappear after a SP PAUSE 0:00:00 5min few seconds. E 1 12bit PLAY (VCR) mode: • Remote sensor mode and volume bar disappear after a few seconds.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 154 Screen Displays during Advanced Recording/Playback CAMERA Mode E Image stabilizer ( 72) Zoom ( 28)/Exposure ( 83) Exposure level ( 83) Program AE ( 61) Backlight compensation ( 84) Manual focus ( 81) E.LOCK 0 BLC White balance ( 88) MF CARD MIX Card mix ( 132) FADE–T IMAGE S. Digital effects ( 64) 12:00 PM 1.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 155 CARD CAMERA Mode Image stabilizer ( 72) Self-timer ( 73)/ •Movie recording ( 122) Zoom ( 28)/Exposure ( 83) Program AE ( 61) Exposure level ( 83) Backlight compensation ( 84) E.LOCK W T 0 1sec BLC MF Manual focus ( 81) IMAGE S. White balance 12:00 PM 1 1.JAN,2003 ( 88) Custom key ( 52) Date and time ( 26) AF/AE locked in Photo mode ( 112) Accessory attached to the Advanced Accessory shoe ( 77) S.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 156 List of Messages Additional Information E 156 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.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 157 Memory Card Related Messages Message NO CARD THE CARD IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION NO IMAGES CARD ERROR CARD FULL NAMING ERROR UNIDENTIFIABLE IMAGE PRINT ORDER ERROR THIS IMAGE CANNOT BE RECORDED THE MEMORY CARD COVER IS OPEN Explanation Memory card not is inserted into the camcorder. SD Memory Card is set for erasure prevention. Replace the card or change the position of the protect switch. No images are recorded on the memory card.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 158 Direct Print Related Messages E Message Paper error No Paper Paper Jam Paper has been changed Incompatible paper size Media type error Ink error Ink Cassette Error No Ink Paper and ink do not match Low ink level Waste tank full File error Cannot Print! Could not print X images Set print order Cannot trim Readjust trimming Printer error Recharge the printer battery Communication Error Printer in use Printer warming up Additional Information Paper lever error
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 159 Maintenance Camcorder Handling Precautions ❍ Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel or viewfinder. E ❍ 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.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 160 ❍ 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. E Viewfinder ❍ Extend the viewfinder and move it 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.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 161 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.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 162 Using the Camcorder Abroad Power Sources E 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 Centre for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Playback on a TV Screen Additional Information You can only play back your recordings on TVs with PAL system.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 163 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. E 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. Cause Battery pack is exhausted. Battery pack is not correctly attached.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 164 Recording E 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.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 165 Memory Card Operation Problem Memory card cannot be inserted. Memory card cannot be recorded. Cause Solution Memory card was not facing Turn the memory card over and reinsert it. the correct direction. Replace the memory card or Memory card is full. erase images. Format the memory card. Memory card is not formatted. Memory card is not inserted. Insert a memory card. Set [FILE NUMBERS] to File number reached [RESET] and insert a new maximum value. memory card.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 166 System Diagram E (Availability differs from area to area) WS-20 Wrist Strap BP-500 Series Battery Pack WD-H46 Wideconverter CG-570 Battery Charger SS-600 Shoulder Strap CB-570 Car Battery Cable TL-H46 Teleconverter MiniDV Video Cassette CA-570 Compact Power Adapter WL-D81 Wireless Controller FS-H46U Filter Set CA-570 Compact Power Adapter BP-500 Series Battery Pack VFL-1 Video Flash Light S-150 S-video Cable TV VL-3 Video Light STV-250N Stereo Video Cab
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 167 Optional Accessories Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. E 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).
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 168 TL-H37 Tele-converter E This Tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.7. • The image stabilizer is not as effective when the Tele-converter is attached. • The image quality may be degraded at the telephoto side. • The minimum focusing distance with the Tele-converter is 3 m; 6 cm at maximum wide angle (18 cm in CARD CAMERA mode).
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 169 VL-3 Video Light This video light enables you to record brightly in colour even in dark places. It attaches to the E camcorder’s advanced accessory shoe for cablefree operation. DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone This highly sensitive, super-directional microphone attaches to the camcorder’s advanced accessory shoe. It can be used as directional microphone (monaural) or stereo microphone.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 170 Specifications E MVX3i Power supply (rated): Power consumption (AF turned on): Television system: Video recording system: Audio recording system: Image sensor: Additional Information Tape format: Tape speed: Maximum recording time (80 min. cassette): Fast forward/rewind time: Lens: 170 7.4 V DC 4.5 W (using viewfinder), 5.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 171 USB terminal: DV terminal input/output: AV terminal input/output: S-video terminal input/output: MIC terminal input: Headphone terminal: Operating temperatures: Dimensions: Weight: mini-B Special 4-pin connector (IEEE 1394 compliant) ø3.5 mm minijack Audio input: -10 dBV/40 kohms or more Audio output: -10 dBV (47 kohm load)/3 kohms or less Video: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced 1 Vp-p/75 ohms (Y signal), 0.3 Vp-p/75 ohms (C signal) E ø3.
7_D75PAL_E(151-173) 11/06/03 19:08 Page 172 Index E 12bit audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 16:9 wide screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 6-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 A Abroad, using the camcorder . . . 162 Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 167 Advanced accessory shoe . 19, 77-80 AF assist lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Analog line-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Analog-digital converter . . . . . . . 100 Aperture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
0_D75PAL_E(cover) 11/06/03 18:48 Page 2 Important Usage Instructions E 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. Introduction CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
0_D75PAL_E(cover) 11/06/03 18:48 Page 1 PUB.DIE-193 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 1 Thomas Holt Drive, North Ryde, N.S.W.
