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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB.DIE-257 English Digital Video Camcorder English Instruction Manual Introduction Preparation Basic Functions Advanced Functions Editing Digital Mini Video Printing Cassette Connecting to a PC Please read also the following instruction manual (electronic version on PDF file). For further details refer to the installation guide. •...

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    Important Usage Instructions Introduction 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.

  • Page 3: Using This Manual

    Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon MVX 460/MVX 450/MVX 430. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting table 110).
  • Page 4 The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode. You can display the joystick guide to remind you of the joystick’s functions in each operating mode. Recording movies: Playing back movies: Recording still images: Playing back still images: FOCUS FOCUS Selecting the Operating Modes...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Using this Manual ....................3 Checking the Supplied Accessories ..............7 Components Guide..................8 Screen Displays.....................12 Preparation Step 1: Preparing the Power Supply..............14 Step 2: Loading a Cassette ................17 Step 3: Inserting a Memory Card..............18 Step 4: Preparing the Camcorder ..............19 Step 5: Using the Wireless Controller............21 Step 6: Installing the Backup Battery.............22 Step 7: Adjusting the LCD Screen ..............23...
  • Page 6 Playback Magnifying the Image ..................70 Displaying the Data Code................71 End Search....................72 Returning to a Pre-marked Position ..............73 Date Search....................74 Digital Camera Functions Selecting the Image Quality/Size..............75 Simultaneous Recording on the Tape and Memory Card......77 Changing the Focusing Method..............78 Selecting the Drive Mode ................79 Playing Back/Searching Images..............81 Erasing Images....................82 Protecting Images..................83...

  • Page 7: Checking The Supplied Accessories

    Checking the Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact BP-208DG Battery Lithium Button Battery WL-D85 Wireless Power Adapter (incl. Pack CR1616 Controller power cord) Lithium Button Battery STV-250N Stereo PC-A10 SCART SS-900 Shoulder Strap CR2025 for the Video Cable Adapter* Wireless Controller IFC-300PCU USB DIGITAL VIDEO Cable SOLUTION DISK...

  • Page 8: Components Guide

    Components Guide MVX 460/MVX 450/MVX 430 Left side view Right side view Lens Cover Switch ( 27, 30) Grip belt ( - open, - closed) CARD access indicator ( 30) / Battery attachment unit ( CHARGE indicator ( Serial number Memory card slot ( 18)/ Backup battery BATTERY RELEASE button (...

  • Page 9: Front View

    Front view Back view Twin LED light (assist lamp) ( FUNC. button ( Remote sensor ( Mode switch ( Stereo microphone switch ( Viewfinder ( Start/stop button ( 27, 30) Dioptric adjustment lever ( Lock button D.EFFECTS button ( 58) / TAPE/CARD switch ( P.SET button ( WIDE SCR button (...

  • Page 10: Top View

    Top view Bottom view (print/share) button ( 98, 107) OPEN/EJECT switch ( Zoom lever ( Cassette compartment cover ( PHOTO button ( AV terminal ( 41, 87, 92, 94) Speaker ( MIC (microphone) terminal ( LIGHT button ( Strap mount ( Cassette compartment ( Tripod socket ( Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...

  • Page 11: Wireless Controller Wl-D85

    Wireless Controller WL-D85 START/ STOP PHOTO ZOOM CARD DATE SEARCH PLAY STOP PAUSE SLOW ZERO SET AUDIO DUB. TV SCREEN MEMORY WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL - D85 START/STOP button ( 27, 30) PHOTO button ( CARD –/+ buttons ( Zoom buttons ( DATE SEARCH buttons ( PLAY...

  • Page 12: Screen Displays

    Screen Displays Screen Displays during Recording When recording movies on a tape Operating mode ( 4), Zoom ( 33), Exposure Recording program ( White balance ( Image effect ( Self-timer ( Drive mode ( Digital effects ( Movie size ( Still image quality/size ( Condensation ( 113)
  • Page 13 Screen Displays during Playback When playing a tape ( 12 bit audio ( End search ( 72), Date search ( 74), Audio dubbing ( Digital effects ( Movie size ( Still image quality/size ( Recording mode ( Tape operation Time code ( Remaining tape ( Joystick guide ( Data code (...

  • Page 14: Step 1: Preparing The Power Supply

    Step 1: Preparing the Power Supply Preparation The camcorder can be powered by a battery pack or be connected to a household power source. Charge the battery pack before use. Attaching the Battery Pack 1. Turn the switch to 2. Open the LCD panel. 3.

  • Page 15: Using A Household Power Source

    Using a Household Power Source Connect to a household power source to use the camcorder without worrying about the battery power. You can keep the battery pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed. 1. Turn the switch to 2.
  • Page 16 Charging, Recording and Playback Times The following times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or playback conditions. Battery Pack BP-208DG Charging Time 165 min. Max. Recording Time Viewfinder 150 min. normal 150 min. bright 140 min. Typical Recording Time* Viewfinder 85 min.

  • Page 17: Step 2: Loading A Cassette

    Step 2: Loading a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. 1. Slide the OPEN/EJECT switch and open the cassette compartment cover. The cassette compartment opens automatically. 2. Load the cassette. • Load the cassette with the window facing the grip belt. •...

  • Page 18: Step 3: Inserting A Memory Card

    Step 3: Inserting a Memory Card You can use commercially available SD memory cards or MultiMediaCards (MMC) with this camcorder. Inserting the Card 1. Set the switch to 2. Open the cover. 3. Insert the memory card straight into the memory card slot and push it in until it clicks.

  • Page 19: Step 4: Preparing The Camcorder

    Step 4: Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the Viewfinder (Dioptric Adjustment) 1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed. 2. Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever. Fastening the Grip Belt Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the start/stop button with your thumb.
  • Page 20 Mounting the Wide Attachment The WA-27 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views (0.75x). The wide attachment is for use at maximum wide-angle. Screw the wide attachment fully into the lens filter thread. Do not look directly at the sun or other strong light sources through the wide attachment.

  • Page 21: Step 5: Using The Wireless Controller

    Step 5: Using the Wireless Controller Inserting the Battery (Lithium Button Battery CR2025) 1. Press the tab in the direction of the arrow and pull out the battery holder. 2. Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up. 3.

  • Page 22: Step 6: Installing The Backup Battery

    Step 6: Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery (lithium button battery CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain the date, time ( ) 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.

  • Page 23: Step 7: Adjusting The Lcd Screen

    Step 7: Adjusting the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel Subject can monitor the LCD screen Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel downward by 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel by 180 degrees toward the lens (allowing the subject to monitor the LCD screen while you use the viewfinder).

  • Page 24: Step 8: Changing The Display Language

    Step 8: Changing the Display Language The language used in the camcorder displays and menu items can be changed. A different set of languages will be available with your camcorder, depending on the area where you acquired it. Language Set A German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Japanese Language Set B English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Thai MENU...

  • Page 25: Step 9: Setting The Time Zone, Date And Time

    Step 9: Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time MENU DATE/TIME SETUP T.ZONE/DST PARIS 1. Turn the switch to CAMERA or PLAY. 2. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu. 3. With the joystick select ( ) the icon and press 4.

  • Page 26: Time Zones

    Time Zones Once you have set your time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock each time you travel to another time zone. Just set the time zone to the one of your destination, and the camcorder automatically adjusts the clock. Time Zones and Difference from GMT/UTC.

  • Page 27: Basic Functions Recording

    Recording Movies on a Tape Basic Functions Recording Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads ( 120). 1. Holding the lock button on the switch pressed down, set the switch to CAMERA.
  • Page 28 When powered by a battery pack, the camcorder shuts off to save power 67) if left without any operation for 5 minutes. Approximately 30 seconds before the camcorder shuts off the message “ AUTO POWER OFF” will appear. If the camcorder shuts off, turn the switch to and back on again.
  • Page 29 Reviewing and Searching when Recording You can review the last few seconds of your recording (record review). You can also play back the tape to locate the point where you wish to begin recording (record search). Available only in the mode.

  • Page 30: Recording On A Memory Card

    Recording on a Memory Card Recording Still Images on a Memory Card 1. Holding the lock button on the switch pressed down, set the switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the TAPE/CARD switch to 3. Open the lens cover (move the lens cover switch down to 4.
  • Page 31 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.
  • Page 32 Screen Displays during Still Image Recording Remaining Card Capacity for Still Images flashing in red: No card in green: 6 or more images in yellow: 1 to 5 images in red: No more images • The indication may not decrease even though a recording has been made, or may decrease by 2 images at once.

  • Page 33: Zooming

    Zooming The zoom is available in the modes. When recording on the tape, in addition to the optical zoom you can also use the digital zoom ( 64). Optical zoom Digital zoom 80x / 800x 72x / 720x Zoom out Zoom in Zoom lever Optical Zoom...
  • Page 34 Selecting the Zoom Speed When operating the zoom with the camcorder, you can set the zoom speed to variable or to one of 3 levels of fixed zoom speeds. When set to [VARIABLE], the zoom speed depends on how you activate the zoom lever – press softly for a slower zoom or press more strongly for a faster zoom.

  • Page 35: Widescreen Tv Recording (16:9)

    Widescreen TV Recording (16:9) The camcorder uses the full width of the CCD providing high-resolution 16:9 recording. Available only in the mode. WIDE SCR button Press the WIDE SCR button. • Pressing the WIDE SCR button will toggle between the widescreen (16:9) and 4:3 aspect ratios.

  • Page 36: Tips For Better Recording

    Tips for Better Recording 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.

  • Page 37: Playing Back A Tape

    Playing Back a Tape Playback 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 ( 120). 1. Holding the lock button on the switch pressed down, set the switch to PLAY.

  • Page 38: Special Playback Modes

    Special Playback Modes PLAY STOP PAUSE SLOW (Playback Pause) During normal playback, push the joystick ( ) towards or press the PAUSE button on the wireless controller. (Fast Forward Playback) / (Rewind Playback) Plays back the tape at 11.5 times the normal speed. During normal playback, hold the joystick pushed ( ) towards or pushed (...

  • Page 39: Playing Back A Memory Card

    Playing Back a Memory Card 1. Holding the lock button on the switch pressed down, set the switch to PLAY. 2. Set the TAPE/CARD switch to 3. If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it.

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound using the built-in speaker. The sound will be muted when the LCD panel is closed. Available in the modes. Speaker Joystick FUNC. button SPEAKER VOLUME 1.

  • Page 41: Playing Back On A Tv Screen

    Playing Back on a TV Screen Selecting the Type of TV During playback, set the [TV TYPE] option according to the TV set to which you connect the camcorder. Available only in the mode. MENU VCR SETUP TV TYPE WIDE TV 1.
  • Page 42 3. Connect the stereo video cable to the camcorder’s AV terminal and the terminals on the SCART Adapter. Connect the white plug to the white AUDIO terminal L (left), the red plug to the red AUDIO terminal R (right) and the yellow plug to the yellow VIDEO terminal. 4.

  • Page 43: Recording Programs

    Using the Recording Programs Advanced Functions Recording Programs Easy mode The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. Recording programs Program AE ( In Program AE mode, you can point and shoot as in Easy mode, however, you have the option of changing some settings.

  • Page 44: Selecting The Recording Program

    Selecting the Recording Program Joystick Mode switch Available only in the modes. Set the mode switch to the desired position. : Easy (full automatic) recording mode. : Program AE, Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, or Fireworks can be selected ( 43).
  • Page 45 Snow/Beach: - The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the image on the screen. - The picture may not appear smooth when played back. Fireworks: To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod. Use a tripod when recording in mode as the shutter speed slows down.

  • Page 46: Using The Program Ae Mode

    Using the Program AE Mode The camcorder automatically adjusts the shutter speed and exposure according to the brightness of the subject. With the Program AE recording program, you can point and shoot as in mode, however, you have the option of changing some settings. Available only in the modes.

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Exposure Manually

    Adjusting the Exposure Manually Recording Adjust the exposure when a backlit subject becomes underexposed, or overexposed due to bright light. Exposure cannot be adjusted in the Fireworks recording program. Available only in the modes. Joystick Mode switch Exposure Lock 1. Set the mode switch to 2.

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Focus Manually

    Adjusting the Focus Manually Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. Reflective Subjects with low Fast Moving Through dirty or Night Scenes surfaces contrast or without Subjects wet windows vertical lines Zoom lever Joystick Mode switch Available only in the...
  • Page 49 Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. Available only in the modes. 1. If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display 2. Keep the joystick pushed ( ) towards [FOCUS] for more than 2 seconds.

  • Page 50: Using The Led Light

    Using the LED Light You can turn on the LED light (assist lamp) at any time regardless of the recording program. LIGHT button Twin LED light Available only in the modes. Press the LIGHT button. • “ ” appears on the screen. •...

  • Page 51: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used for recording movies and still images. PHOTO button Start/stop button Joystick Available only in the modes. When recording movies: SELF TIMER OFF 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( ) the self timer icon. 2.

  • Page 52: Using An External Microphone

    Using an External Microphone You can connect an external microphone to the MIC terminal. Use commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply. MIC terminal You can connect almost any stereo microphone equipped with a ∅3.5 mm plug but the audio level will be different than with the built-in microphone. When an external microphone is connected the wind screen setting will automatically reset to [OFF Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...

  • Page 53: Changing The Settings

    Changing the Settings with the FUNC. Changing the Settings (1) Button The camcorder’s functions and settings are controlled from a series of menus that appear when you press the FUNC. button. Most basic functions appear on the first menu screen - the FUNC.

  • Page 54: List Of Menu Items (Func.)

    List of Menu Items (FUNC.) Available menu items vary depending on the operation mode. Default settings are in boldface text. For details on each function, see the reference page. Menu Items Setting Options Recording (PROGRAM AE), (PORTRAIT), (SPORTS), (NIGHT), (SNOW), programs (BEACH), (SUNSET),...

  • Page 55: Setting The White Balance

    Setting the White Balance You can use the preset modes to reproduce colors more accurately, or set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting. AUTO Settings are automatically set by the camcorder. DAYLIGHT For recording outdoors on a bright day. TUNGSTEN For recording under tungsten and tungsten type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.
  • Page 56 Use the [AUTO] setting for normal outdoor scenes. If the colors on screen do not look natural with one of the preset modes, use the [AUTO] or [SET] settings. The camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off. When you want to use a previously made [SET] setting, after selecting [SET] in step 4, press the FUNC.

  • Page 57: Selecting An Image Effect

    Selecting an Image Effect You can record with different saturation and contrast color effects. IMAGE EFFECT OFF Records with no effect. VIVID Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record in crisp colors. NEUTRAL Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record in neutral hues.

  • Page 58: Using Digital Effects

    Using Digital Effects The Digital Effects functions include faders, effects and Card Mix. Faders ( Begin or end scenes with a fade to or from black. Fade Trigger (FADE-T) Wipe (WIPE) Corner Wipe (CORNER) Jump (JUMP) Flip (FLIP) Puzzle (PUZZLE) Zigzag (ZIGZAG) Beam (BEAM) Tide (TIDE)
  • Page 59 Effects ( Add flavor to your recordings. Black and White Sepia (SEPIA) Art (ART) (BLK & WHT) Mosaic (MOSAIC) Ball (BALL) Cube (CUBE) Wave (WAVE) Color Mask (COLOR M.) Mirror (MIRROR) Card Mix ( You can combine still images from the card with your live video and record on the tape to achieve interesting effects.
  • Page 60 Selecting a Fader Available only in the modes. When recording, set the mode switch to D.EFFECT OFF 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( ) the digital effects icon. 2. Select ( ) the [FADER] option and press ( 3.

  • Page 61: Selecting An Effect

    Selecting an Effect Available in the , and modes. When recording, set the mode switch to D.EFFECT OFF 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( ) the digital effects icon. 2. Select ( ) the [EFFECT] option and press ( mode only the [BLK &...
  • Page 62 Selecting the Card Mix Effect Available only in the mode. D.EFFECT OFF 1. Upload a sample image from the supplied disk to the memory card. Refer to Adding Still Images from Your Computer to the Memory Card in the Digital Video Software instruction manual (available on PDF file).

  • Page 63: Changing The Settings With The Setup Menus

    Changing the Settings with the Setup Changing the Settings (2) Menus Although most basic functions appear on the first menu screen – the FUNC. menu 53), for more advanced settings you have to open the setup menus by selecting the [MENU] option from the FUNC.

  • Page 64: List Of Menu Items (Setup Menus)

    List of Menu Items (Setup Menus) Available menu items vary depending on the operation mode. Default settings are in boldface text. Menu items marked with a bold frame can be changed also when the mode switch is set to For details on each function, see the reference page. Functions without reference page are explained below the tables.
  • Page 65 FOCUS PRI.: The camcorder records the still image once focus is adjusted. Set it to [OFF] when you wish to record a still image as soon as you press the PHOTO button. When set to [OFF], no focusing frame appears. The setting cannot be turned off when the mode switch is set to In the Fireworks recording program the setting is automatically turned off.
  • Page 66 If you play back a tape that has been recorded in LP mode with another digital device on this camcorder, or vice versa, picture and sound may become distorted. AUDIO SETUP Menu Items Setting Options OUTPUT CH L/R, L/L, R/R AUDIO DUB.
  • Page 67 BEEP: A beep sounds upon operations such as turning on the camcorder, during self- timer countdown or warnings such as condensation. START-UP IMG: Sets whether the Canon logo will be displayed or not when you turn on the camcorder. POWER SAVE: When powered by a battery pack, the camcorder shuts off to save power if left without any operation for 5 minutes.
  • Page 68 Images are automatically assigned file numbers from 0101 to 9900, and stored in folders containing up to 100 images. Folders are numbered from 101 to 998. [RESET]: The file number starts at 101-0101. If the memory card already contains images files, the consecutive file number will be assigned. [CONTINUOUS]: The consecutive file number of the last recorded image will be assigned.

  • Page 69: Using The Wind Screen

    Using the Wind Screen The camcorder reduces the wind noise automatically (only when recording audio with the built-in microphone). However, you can turn off the wind screen when recording indoors, or when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible. Available in the modes.

  • Page 70: Magnifying The Image

    Magnifying the Image Playback When playing back movies from the tape or viewing still images from the memory card, the image can be magnified up to 5 times. Available in the modes. Zoom lever Joystick 1. Move the zoom lever toward T. •...

  • Page 71: Displaying The Data Code

    Displaying the Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code containing the recording date and time. When you play back a tape, you can display the data code and select the data code combination you wish to display. Available in the modes.

  • Page 72: End Search

    End Search When you have played back a tape, you can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene. Available only in the mode. Joystick FUNC. button In stop mode: 1. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( ) the end search icon and press 2.

  • Page 73: Returning To A Pre-Marked Position

    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. Available only in the modes.

  • Page 74: Date Search

    Date Search You can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. Available only in the mode. Press the button on the wireless controller to begin searching. • Press more than once to search for further date changes (up to 10 times). •...

  • Page 75: Selecting The Image Quality/Size

    Selecting the Image Quality/Size Digital Camera Functions Still images are compressed and recorded in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group). Movies are recorded in Motion JPEG. You can select the image quality of still images, and the image size of still images and movies. The number of still images and maximum recording time of movies that can be recorded on a memory card vary according to the recording condition.
  • Page 76 Selecting the Still Image Size and Quality Available only in the mode (the image quality only can also be set in the mode). 1152x864/FINE 1. Press the FUNC. button. 2. Select ( ) the still image size/quality symbol. The symbol of the current setting is displayed. 3.

  • Page 77: Simultaneous Recording On The Tape And Memory Card

    Simultaneous Recording on the Tape and Memory Card When you are recording a movie on a tape, you can record the same picture as a still image on the memory card. The size of the still image will be S 640 x 480. The image quality can be selected.

  • Page 78: Changing The Focusing Method

    Changing the Focusing Method You can change the AF (autofocus) frame selection method. AiAF Depending on the shooting conditions, one or more AF frames out of the 9 AF frames available will automatically be selected and focused Center Of 9 AF frames, the center one is selected to focus. This is convenient for making sure the focus is exactly where you want it.

  • Page 79: Selecting The Drive Mode

    Selecting the Drive Mode Single Records a single still image when you press the PHOTO button. Continuous Shooting Captures a quick series of still images while you press the PHOTO button. For the number of frames per High-Speed Continuous second, refer to the table on the next page. Shooting The camcorder records a still image in three different (Auto Exposure Bracketing)
  • Page 80 Auto Exposure Bracketing 1. Press the PHOTO button halfway. 2. Press the PHOTO button fully. Three still images in different exposures are recorded to the memory card. Make sure that there is sufficient space on the memory card. Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...

  • Page 81: Playing Back/Searching Images

    Playing Back/Searching Images You can display images one after another (slide show) or 6 at one time (index screen). With the Card Jump function, you can quickly locate an image without displaying them one by one. Available only in the mode.

  • Page 82: Erasing Images

    Erasing Images You can erase images one at a time 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 Available only in the modes.

  • Page 83: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure when displaying a single image or index screen. If a memory card is initialized, all still images and movies, even protected ones, will be erased permanently. Movies can only be protected when the first scene is displayed as a still image. Protecting during Single Image Playback Available only in the modes.

  • Page 84: Initializing A Memory Card

    Initializing a Memory Card Initialize new memory cards, or when you get the message “CARD ERROR”. You can also initialize a memory card to erase all data recorded on it. Initializing a memory card erases all data, including protected images. Images erased with the initialization of the memory card cannot be recovered.

  • Page 85: Recording To A Vcr Or Digital Video Device

    Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Editing Device You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device (DVD recorder, another digital camcorder, etc.). If you connect a digital video device, you can copy recordings with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality.
  • Page 86 We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power source. When connecting a VCR, the quality of the edited tape will be slightly lower than that of the original. When connecting a DVD recorder or other digital video device with a DV terminal: - If the picture does not appear, reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on again.

  • Page 87: Analog Line-In Recording

    Analog Line-in Recording You can input video from other analog devices (VCR, TV or camcorder) via the AV terminal, and record the input video on the tape in the camcorder. You can also record the input video as a movie or still image on a memory card. Connecting Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device.
  • Page 88 Recording the Input Video on a Memory Card The size of the still image recorded on the memory card will be S 640 x 480. The still image quality and the movie size can be selected. Available only in the mode.

  • Page 89: Dv Dubbing

    DV Dubbing You can input video from other digital video devices via the DV terminal, and record the input video on the tape in the camcorder. You can also record the input video as a movie or still image on a memory card. Connecting Check the type and orientation of the DV terminal and make sure you connect the DV cable properly.
  • Page 90 Recording the Input Video on a Memory Card The size of the still image recorded on the memory card will be S 640 x 480. The still image quality and the movie size can be selected. Available only in the mode.
  • Page 91 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. 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”...

  • Page 92: Converting Analog Signals Into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter)

    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.

  • Page 93: Turning On Analog-Digital Converter

    Turning On the Analog-Digital Converter Available only in the mode. MENU VCR SETUP DV OFF 1. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( ) the icon and press ( 2. Select ( ) the [VCR SETUP] menu and press ( ). Then, select ( the [AV DV] option and press ( 3.

  • Page 94: Audio Dubbing

    Audio Dubbing You can add sound on a tape with the built-in or with an external microphone. : You can also add sound from external audio devices. This function is operated with the wireless controller. Connecting an Audio Device Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. Audio device (e.g.
  • Page 95 Audio dubbing will stop if the tape has a blank section or a section recorded in LP mode or 16-bit mode. You cannot use the DV terminal for audio dubbing. The sound quality of the audio dubbed will deteriorate when you audio dub a tape that was recorded with a different camcorder or when you audio dub the same tape more than 3 times.

  • Page 96: Recording From The Tape On A Memory Card

    Recording from the Tape on a Memory Card You can record movies or still images from a tape in the camcorder. Available only in the mode. Recording a Movie from the Tape 320x240 1. Selecting the movie size: Press the FUNC. button. Select ( ) the movie size symbol followed ) by a setting option and press the FUNC.

  • Page 97: Printing Still Images

    The camcorder can be connected to any PictBridge compatible printer. You can use the print order settings for direct printing of still images recorded on the memory card ( 102). Canon printers: SELPHY CP, SELPHY DS and PIXMA printers. Connecting the Printer to the Camcorder PictBridge compatible printer...
  • Page 98 Printing with the (Print/Share) Button You can print an image without changing the settings by simply pressing the (print/ share) button. Available only in the mode. 1. Select ( ) the still image you wish to print. 2. Press the (print/share) button.
  • Page 99 Cancel Printing Press ( ) during printing. A confirmation dialog appears. Select [OK] and press ( ). The printing will stop immediately (even if not completed) and the paper will be fed through. Printing Errors If an error occurs during the printing process, an error message appears 115).

  • Page 100: Selecting The Print Settings

    [PAPER SIZE] is set to [10 x 14.8 cm], select as the layout 2-, 4-, 9- or [16-UP]; when [PAPER SIZE] is set to [A4], select as the layout [4-UP]. Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS printers: You can also print on the specially designed Photo Stickers sheets.
  • Page 101 Paper Settings 1. In the print setting menu, select ( ) [PAPER] and press ( 2. Select ( ) the paper size and press ( Select the paper size of the paper set in your printer. 3. Select ( ) the paper type and press ( Select the paper type of the paper set in your printer.

  • Page 102: Printing With Print Order Settings

    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 ( 97).
  • Page 103 Erasing All Print Orders MENU CARD OPERATIONS PRINT ORD. ALL ERASE 1. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( ) the icon and press ( 2. Select ( ) the [CARD OPERATIONS] menu and press ( ). Then, select ( ) the [PRINT ORD.ALL ERASE] option and press ( 3.

  • Page 104: Transferring Video Recordings To A Computer

    Transferring Video Recordings to a Connecting to a PC Computer You can transfer recordings to a computer using the IEEE1394 (DV) terminal. You can also use this camcorder to transfer through it recordings from an analog VCR or 8 mm camcorder to your computer using the USB terminal (see Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals ( 92)).
  • Page 105 Operation may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications/settings of your computer. If the computer freezes while you have connected the camcorder, disconnect and reconnect the DV cable. If the problem persists, disconnect the DV cable, turn off both the camcorder and the computer and then turn them back on and reconnect them.

  • Page 106: Transferring Memory Card Images To A Computer

    Transferring Memory Card Images to a Computer With the supplied USB cable and Digital Video Software, you can transfer images recorded on the memory card to the computer by simply pressing the (print/share) button. Preparations The first time you connect the camcorder to the computer, you need to install the software and set the auto-launch setting.
  • Page 107 (print/share) button Joystick Transferring Images To transfer images with transfer orders, you need to set the transfer orders beforehand 109). 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.
  • Page 108 You can press ( ) instead of the button. With [ ALL IMAGES], NEW IMAGES] or [ TRANSFER ORDERS], a confirmation message appears. Select [OK] and press ( When transferring with the button, the camcorder retains the transfer setting even if you change the position of the switch.

  • Page 109: Selecting Images For Transfer (Transfer Order)

    Selecting Images for Transfer (Transfer Order) You can select images for transfer to the computer (max. 998). These transfer settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the transfer orders. Available only in the mode.

  • Page 110: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Trouble? If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. Power Source Problem Solution Camcorder will not turn on. Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.
  • Page 111 Problem Solution “SET THE TIME ZONE, Set the time zone, date and time. DATE AND TIME” appears on Replace the backup battery with a new lithium button battery the screen. CR1616. After replacing the backup battery set the time zone, date and time again.
  • Page 112 Problem Solution The tape stops during When playback pause continues for more than 4 minutes 30 – playback pause. seconds during playback or audio dubbing, the camcorder shuts off to protect the tape and video heads. When audio dubbing, restart the playback of the tape and press the PAUSE button on the wireless controller.
  • Page 113 Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected. Continued use may damage the camcorder. Condensation may form in the following cases: When the camcorder is moved from an When the camcorder is moved from a air-conditioned room to a warm, humid...

  • Page 114: List Of Messages

    List of Messages Message Explanation SET THE TIME ZONE, You have not set the time zone, date and time. This message DATE AND TIME appears each time you turn the power on until you set the time zone, date and time. CHANGE THE BATTERY Battery pack is exhausted.
  • Page 115 WASTE TANK FULL Waste tank is full. Select [CONTINUE] to restart printing. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center listed in the Contact List provided with the printer or the printer manual to replace the waste tank (waste ink absorber).
  • Page 116 In such case, turn off the printer, replace the battery and turn it back on. If the error persists, consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center listed in the Contact List provided with the printer or the printer manual.

  • Page 117: Handling Precautions

    Handling Precautions Do’s & Don’ts Camcorder Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel. Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures, such as a sun- heated car, and high humidity. Do not use the camcorder near strong electric or magnetic fields such as above TVs, near plasma TVs or mobile phones.
  • Page 118 Although the battery pack’s operating temperature range is from 0 °C to 40 °C, the optimal range is from 10 °C to 30 °C. At cold temperatures, performance will temporarily decline. Warm it in your pocket before use. Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes substantially at normal temperatures.

  • Page 119: Memory Card

    We recommend saving backups of memory card images on your computer’s hard drive or other external memory device. Image data may be corrupted or lost due to memory card defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon Inc. makes no warranties for corrupted or lost data.

  • Page 120: Cleaning The Video Heads

    To maintain the best picture quality, we recommend cleaning the video heads frequently with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette.

  • Page 121: Maintenance/Others

    You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult the Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Playback on a TV Screen You can only play back your recordings on TVs with PAL system.

  • Page 122: System Diagram (Availability Differs From Area To Area)

    System Diagram Additional Information (Availability differs from area to area) WS-20 Wrist Strap Shoulder Strap CG-300E BP-208DG/BP-208 Battery Charger Battery Pack WA-27 MiniDV Wide Attachment Video Cassette WL-D85 Wireless Controller BP-208DG/BP-208 Battery Pack WD-H27 Wide-converter CA-570 Compact Power Adapter TL-H27 Tele-converter PC-A10 SCART...

  • Page 123: Optional Accessories

    Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
  • Page 124 A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...

  • Page 125: Specifications

    Specifications MVX 460/MVX 450/MVX 430 System Video Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system), digital component recording Audio Recording System PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch); 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch) Television System CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) PAL colour signal Image Sensor...
  • Page 126 Memory Card Recording media SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard* Size of Images on the Card Still image: 1152 x 864, 640 x 480 pixels Movie: 320 x 240, 160 x 120 pixels, 15 frames/sec. File Specification Design rule for Camera File system (DCF), Exif 2.2** compliant, DPOF compliant Image Compression Method Still image: JPEG (compression: Super Fine, Fine, Normal)

  • Page 127: Index

    Index only. 12bit audio ..... . 95 Exposure lock/adjustment ..47 16:9 (Widescreen) .
  • Page 128 ND filter ..... . . 123 Telephoto ..... . . 33 Night (recording program) .
  • Page 129 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 Canon Australia Pty. Ltd. Info-Line: 131383 www.canon.com.au Canon New Zealand Ltd. Customer Care: (09) 489 0470 www.canon.co.nz...

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