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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB.DIE-252 English Digital Video Camcorder English Instruction Manual Introduction Basic Functions Advanced Functions Editing Using a Digital Mini Memory Card Video Cassette Direct Printing Please read also the following instruction manual (electronic PUB. DIE-245 Digital Video Software version on PDF file). For further details refer to the Version 19 Instruction Manual installation guide.

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    Important Usage Instructions Introduction WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR 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 MV960/MV950/MV940/MV930. 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 ( 119).

  • Page 4: About The Operating Modes

    About the Operating Modes The operating modes are determined by the position of the switch and the TAPE/ CARD switch. Operating TAPE/CARD Icon Operation Modes Switch Switch Display Recording movies on a CAMERA tape (TAPE) Playing movies from a PLAY tape Recording still images or CAMERA...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Using this Manual ....................3 Checking the Supplied Accessories ..............7 Components Guide..................8 Basic Functions Preparations Preparing the Power Supply ................12 Loading/Unloading a Cassette ..............15 Preparing the Camcorder ................16 Using the Wireless Controller ................17 Adjusting the LCD Screen ................18 Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time............19 Recording Recording Movies on a Tape .................21...
  • Page 6 Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) ........73 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) ...75 Audio Dubbing ....................77 Transferring Video Recordings to a Computer ..........80 Using a Memory Card Inserting and Removing a Memory Card............81 Selecting the Image Quality/Size..............82 File Numbers ....................84 Recording Still Images on a Memory Card ............85 Recording Movies on a Memory Card ............89...

  • Page 7: Checking The Supplied Accessories

    Checking the Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact Lithium Button Battery Power Adapter (incl. NB-2LH Battery Pack BP-2L5 Battery Pack CR1616 power cord) Lithium Button Battery SS-900 Shoulder Strap STV-250N Stereo WL-D85 CR2025 for Wireless Video Cable Wireless Controller Controller PC-A10 SCART IFC-300PCU USB DIGITAL VIDEO Adapter*...

  • Page 8: Components Guide

    Components Guide MV960/MV950/MV940/MV930 Left side view Right side view Lens cover switch ( , 85) switch ( open, closed) Grip belt ( LCD BACKLIGHT button ( Terminal cover Speaker ( AV terminal ( 32, 72, 75, 77) CHARGE indicator (...

  • Page 9: Front View

    Front view Rear view Remote sensor ( D.EFFECTS button ( 56)/ White LED light (assist P.SET button ( lamp) ( WIDE SCR button ( 60) / Stereo microphone DATA CODE button ( Viewfinder ( LIGHT button ( Dioptric adjustment lever ( Backup battery compartment ( BATT.

  • Page 10: Top View

    Top view Bottom view TAPE/CARD switch ( Cassette compartment ( Program selector ( Cassette compartment cover ( Easy recording OPEN/EJECT switch ( Recording programs Tripod socket ( Zoom lever ( PHOTO button ( Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...

  • Page 11: Wireless Controller Wl-D85

    WL-D85 Wireless Controller 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 ( 21, 89) PHOTO button ( CARD –/+ buttons ( Zoom buttons ( DATE SEARCH buttons ( PLAY...

  • Page 12: Basic Functions Preparations

    Preparing the Power Supply Basic Functions Preparations Attaching the Battery Pack 1. Turn the switch to 2. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. • Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack. • Press lightly and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.

  • Page 13: 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 14: Installing The Backup Battery

    Charging, Recording and Playback Times The following times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or playback conditions. Battery Pack BP-2L5 NB-2L NB-2LH BP-2L12 BP-2L14 Charging Time 95 min. 110 min. 125 min. 195 min. 220 min. Max. Recording Time Viewfinder 90 min.

  • Page 15: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

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

  • Page 16: Preparing The Camcorder

    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 17: Using The Wireless Controller

    Using the Wireless Controller Point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons. Inserting the Battery The wireless controller operates with a lithium button battery CR2025. 1. Pull out the battery holder. 2. Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Lcd Screen

    Adjusting the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Screen Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel by 90 degrees outward. • You can rotate the panel by 180 degrees inward. LCD Backlight LCD BACKLIGHT button You can switch the brightness of the LCD screen between normal and bright by pressing the LCD BACKLIGHT button.

  • Page 19: Setting The Time Zone, Date And Time

    Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you have replaced the backup battery. Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time MENU DATE/TIME SETUP T.ZONE/DST PARIS 1.
  • Page 20 8. Press the FUNC. button to close the menu. Time Zones and Difference from GMT/UTC. London GMT/UTC Wellington (WELLINGTN) Paris Samoa Cairo Honolulu Moscow Anchorage Dubai Los Angeles (L.A.) Karachi Denver Dacca Chicago Bankok New York Singapore Caracas Tokyo Rio de Janeiro (RIO) Sydney Fernando de Noronha (FERNANDO) Solomon...

  • Page 21: Recording

    Recording Movies on a Tape Recording Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads ( 114). Recording 1. Open the lens cover (move the lens cover switch down to 2.
  • Page 22 About the LCD and viewfinder screen: The screens are produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or green dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.
  • Page 23 Reviewing and Searching when Recording Program selector Joystick Record Review 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. 1. Set the program selector to 2.
  • Page 24 When the camcorder shuts off automatically, the record review and record search functions will not work. To resume normal operation turn the switch to and then back to CAMERA. Screen Displays during Recording Remaining battery charge The battery symbol indicates the charge status of the battery pack.

  • Page 25: Zooming

    Zooming The zoom is available in the modes. When recording on the tape, in addition to the 25x optical zoom you can also use the digital zoom. Zoom out Zoom in Zoom lever 25x Optical Zoom Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide- angle).

  • Page 26: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom When the digital zoom is activated, the camcorder automatically switches between optical and digital zoom. With digital zoom, image resolution becomes lower the more you zoom 100x/1000x digital zoom 100x/800x digital zoom MENU CAMERA SETUP D.ZOOM OFF 1. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu. 2.
  • Page 27 Selecting the Zoom Speed 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. MENU CAMERA SETUP ZOOM SPEED VARIABLE...

  • Page 28: Tips For Making Better Videos

    Tips for Making Better Videos Holding the Camcorder For maximum stability, grip the camcorder in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body. If necessary, support the camcorder with your left hand. Be careful that your fingers do not touch the microphone or lens.

  • Page 29: 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 ( 114). 1. Set the camcorder to mode. Set the switch to PLAY and the TAPE/CARD switch to 2.

  • Page 30: Special Playback Modes

    Special Playback Modes Joystick PLAY STOP PAUSE SLOW Wireless controller (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 normal speed (forward or reverse). During normal playback, hold the joystick pushed ( ) towards or pushed (...

  • Page 31: 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 or when there is a video input from the AV terminal ( only).

  • Page 32: Playing Back On A Tv Screen

    Playing Back on a TV Screen TVs with SCART Terminal Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. Open the terminal cover Signal flow STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) PC-A10 SCART Adapter 1. Turn off all the devices before starting the connections. 2.
  • Page 33 TVs with Audio/Video Terminals Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. Open the terminal cover Signal flow STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) 1. Turn off all the 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.

  • Page 34: Selecting The Type Of Tv

    Selecting the Type of TV During playback set the [TV TYPE] option according to the TV set to which you connect the camcorder. MENU VCR SETUP TV TYPE WIDE TV 1. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu. 2.
  • Page 35 Selecting the Audio Output Channel You can select the output channels when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels. MENU AUDIO SETUP OUTPUT CH L/R 1. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu. 2. With the joystick select ( ) the icon and press 3.

  • Page 36: Menus And Settings

    Menus and Settings Advanced Functions 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. menu. For more advanced settings you have to open the setup menus by selecting the [MENU] option from the FUNC.
  • Page 37 Menu and Default Settings Default settings are shown in boldface. * The item will not appear in mode. Submenu Menu Item Setting Options FUNC. menu Recording Programs* PROGRAM AE, PORTRAIT, SPORTS, NIGHT, SNOW, BEACH, SUNSET, SPOTLIGHT, FIREWORKS White Balance AUTO, DAYLIGHT, TUNGSTEN, Image Effect...
  • Page 38 Submenu Menu Item Setting Options FUNC. menu Speaker Volume Recording Pause End Search Digital Effects D.EFFECT OFF, FADER, EFFECT Card Movie Size 320x240, 160x120 Still Image Quality S.FINE/640x480, FINE/ 640x480, NORMAL/640x480 VCR SETUP REC MODE STD PLAY, LONG PLAY ON, OFF TV TYPE NORMAL TV, WIDE TV AUDIO SETUP...
  • Page 39 * The item will not appear in mode. Submenu Menu Item Setting Options FUNC. menu Recording Programs* PROGRAM AE, PORTRAIT, SPORTS, NIGHT, SNOW, BEACH, SUNSET, SPOTLIGHT, FIREWORKS White Balance AUTO, DAYLIGHT, TUNGSTEN, Image Effect IMAGE EFFECT OFF, VIVID, NEUTRAL, SOFT SKIN DETAIL Self Timer SELF TIMER OFF, SELF TIMER ON...
  • Page 40 Submenu Menu Item Setting Options FUNC. menu Speaker Volume Slideshow Still Image Protection PROTECT OFF, PROTECT ON Print Order 0-99 COPIES Transfer Order TRANS.ORDER OFF, TRANS.ORDER ON CARD PRINT ORD. ALL NO, YES OPERATIONS ERASE (Single Image TRANS.ORD. ALL NO, YES Display) ERASE ERASE ALL IMAGES...

  • Page 41: Using The Recording Programs

    Using the Recording Programs Recording Easy Recording Program The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. Recording Programs Program AE The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically. However, you have the option of adjusting the settings manually.
  • Page 42 Beach Use this mode to record on a sunny beach. It prevents the subject from being underexposed. Sunset Use this mode to record sunsets in vibrant colors. Spotlight Use this mode to record spotlit scenes. Fireworks Use this mode to record fireworks. Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
  • Page 43 Program selector Joystick Availability of Functions in Each Mode: Program Selector Recording Program Image Stabilizer (on) Focus White Balance Wind Screen Shutter Speed Exposure Adjustment Digital Effects Card Mix : Available : Not available A: Auto setting Shaded area : Can be used only in mode.
  • Page 44 Selecting a Recording Program MENU PROGRAM AE 1. Set the program selector to 2. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu. 3. With the joystick select ( ) the recording programs icon. 4. Select ( ) the recording program from the options on the bottom bar.

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Exposure Manually

    Adjusting the Exposure Manually Adjust the exposure when a backlit subject becomes underexposed, or overexposed due to bright light. Program selector Joystick 1. Set the program selector to 2. If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it.

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Focus Manually

    Adjusting the Focus Manually Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. Subjects with low Through dirty or Reflective Fast Moving Night Scenes contrast or without wet windows surfaces Subjects vertical lines Program selector Zoom lever Joystick 1.
  • Page 47 • To return to autofocus, push the joystick ( ) towards [FOCUS] once more. “MF” will disappear and [FOCUS] will turn white again. 6. Push the joystick ( ) towards [BACK] to save the focus adjustment. 7. If necessary, press ( ) again to hide the joystick guide.

  • Page 48: 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 49: Selecting An Image Effect

    Use the auto setting for normal outdoor scenes. When the program selector is set to , the white balance is preset to [AUTO]. The camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off. When you have set the custom white balance: - Depending on the light source, “...

  • Page 50: Setting The Shutter Speed

    Setting the Shutter Speed You can adjust the shutter speed manually to make stable shots of fast moving subjects. Available shutter speed settings: AUTO, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 AUTO, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250 MENU CAMERA SETUP SHUTTR SPEED AUTO 1.

  • Page 51: Auto Slow Shutter

    Auto Slow Shutter In the Easy Recording mode or when the shutter speed is set to [AUTO] in the Program AE recording program, the camcorder uses shutter speeds down to 1/25 ) and 1/12.5 ( ). This allows you to obtain a brighter recording in places with insufficient lighting.

  • Page 52: Using The Led Light

    Using the LED Light You can turn on the LED light at any time regardless of the recording program. White LED light LIGHT button Press the LIGHT button. • “ ” appears on the screen. • The LED light turns on and off with each press of the button. Do not point the LED light at persons while they are driving.

  • Page 53: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used for recording movies or still images. PHOTO button FUNC. button Start/stop button MENU SELF TIMER OFF 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( ) the self timer icon. 2. Set ( ) it to [SELF TIMER ON] and close the menu.

  • Page 54: Changing The Recording Mode (Sp/Lp)

    Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) You can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usage by 1.5 times. MENU VCR SETUP REC MODE STD PLAY 1. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( ) the icon and press ( 2.

  • Page 55: Audio Recording

    Audio Recording 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. MENU AUDIO SETUP AUDIO MODE 12bit...

  • Page 56: Using Digital Effects

    Using Digital Effects 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) Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
  • Page 57 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.) Mirror (MIRROR) Card Mix ( You can choose one of the sample images from the collection on the supplied disk (picture frames and backgrounds) and combine it with the live video recording.

  • Page 58: Selecting An Effect

    Selecting a Fader mode, set the program selector to MENU D.EFFECT OFF 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( ) the digital effects icon. 2. Select ( ) the [FADER] option and press ( 3. Select ( ) a setting option, press ( ) and close the menu.
  • Page 59 The symbol of the selected effect will appear on screen. 4. Press the D.EFFECTS button. • The symbol of the selected effect will turn green. • The effect can be activated/deactivated by pressing the D.EFFECTS button. Selecting an Effect in Mode When recording still images, only the [BLK&WHT] effect is available.

  • Page 60: 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. WIDE SCR button Press the WIDE SCR button. • “ ” disappears and the picture changes to 4:3 aspect ratio. • On the LCD screen: Widescreen video will display normally; video in 4:3 aspect ratio will appear with black side bars.

  • Page 61: Magnifying The Image

    Magnifying the Image Playback The playback image can be magnified up to 5 times. Zoom lever Joystick 1. Move the zoom lever toward T. • The image is magnified by 2 times. • A frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area. •...

  • Page 62: Displaying The Data Code

    Displaying the Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code containing the recording date and time. You can select the data code combination and display it during playback. Joystick DATA CODE button FUNC. button MENU DISPLAY SETUP/ DATA CODE DATE & TIME 1.

  • Page 63: 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. Joystick FUNC. button In stop mode: 1. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( ) the end search icon and press 2.

  • Page 64: 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 PLAY rewind/fast forward the tape. button button This function is operated with the wireless controller.

  • Page 65: Date Search

    Date Search You can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. DATE SEARCH This function is operated with the wireless buttons controller. STOP button Press the button to begin searching. CARD • Press more than once to search for further date changes (up to DATE SEARCH 10 times).

  • Page 66: Changing The Display Language

    Changing the Display Language Other Functions The language used for screen display and menu items can be changed. The available set of languages varies depending on the region. Follow the procedure below to check which set of languages are provided with your camcorder. Language Set A English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Japanese...

  • Page 67: Other Camcorder Settings

    Other Camcorder Settings Beep You will hear a beep upon camcorder operations such as power on/off, start/stop, self- timer countdown, and unusual conditions of the camcorder. If you turn off the beep, all camcorder sounds will be turned off. MENU SYSTEM SETUP BEEP HIGH VOLUME To turn off the beep:...

  • Page 68: Turning Off The Image Stabilizer

    The image stabilizer might not be as effective when using the Night recording program. Changing the Display of the Start-Up Image You can set whether the Canon logo will be displayed or not when you turn on the camcorder. MENU SYSTEM SETUP...

  • Page 69: Demonstration Mode

    Demonstration Mode The demonstration mode displays the camcorder’s main features. It starts automatically when you leave the camcorder turned on (using the power adapter) without loading a recording media for more than 5 minutes. However, you can set the camcorder not to start the demonstration mode.

  • Page 70: 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. If you connect a digital video device, you can copy recordings with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality.
  • Page 71 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 digital video device: - If the picture does not appear, reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on again.

  • Page 72: Recording From Analog Video Devices (Vcr, Tv Or Camcorder)

    Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) You can record videos or TV programs from a VCR or analog camcorder on the tape in the camcorder. 1. Connect the camcorder to the analog video device. See Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 32).

  • Page 73: Recording From Digital Video Devices (Dv Dubbing)

    Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) You can record from other digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal with virtually no loss in picture and sound quality. 1. Connect the camcorder to the digital video device. See Connecting a Digital Video Device ( 70).
  • Page 74 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 75: 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 the devices before starting the connections.
  • Page 76 Turning On the Analog-Digital Converter 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 77: Audio Dubbing

    Audio Dubbing You can add sound to a recording using the built-in microphone (MIC.IN). only: You can also record additional sound from external audio devices (AUDIO IN). This function is operated with the wireless controller. Connecting an External Audio Device Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device.
  • Page 78 7. Press the AUDIO DUB. button on the wireless controller. PAUSE SLOW “AUDIO DUB.” and “ ” appear. ZERO SET AUDIO DUB. MEMORY TV SCREEN 8. Press the PAUSE button on the wireless controller PLAY to begin dubbing. STOP • Audio device: Begin playback.
  • Page 79 Playing Back the Added Sound You can select to play back Stereo 1 (original sound), Stereo 2 (added sound), or adjust the balance of both sounds. MENU AUDIO SETUP 12bit AUDIO STEREO1 1. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( ) the icon and press ( 2.

  • Page 80: Transferring Video Recordings To A Computer

    Transferring Video Recordings to a Computer Transferring Using a DV Cable You can transfer recordings to a computer equipped with a IEEE1394 (DV) terminal or IEEE1394 capture board. Use the editing software supplied with your computer/capture board to transfer video recording from tape to computer. Refer to the instruction manual of the software.

  • Page 81: Inserting And Removing A Memory Card

    Inserting and Removing a Memory Using a Memory Card Card You can use commercially available Terminals SD Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards (MMC) with this camcorder. The SD Memory Card has a protect switch to prevent accidental erasure. Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable.

  • Page 82: Selecting The Image Quality/Size

    Selecting the Image Quality/Size You can select the still image size from L 1024x768 or S 640x480 and the still image quality from Super Fine, Fine and Normal. MENU 1024x768 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( ) the image size/quality icon. 2.

  • Page 83: Changing The Movie Size

    Changing the Still Image Quality during a Tape’s Playback While playing back a tape you can capture a scene as a still image on the memory card. the still image size will be S 640x480, but you can select the still image quality.

  • Page 84: File Numbers

    File Numbers Images are automatically assigned file numbers from 0101 to 9900 and stored in folders containing up to 100 images. Folders are assigned numbers from 101 to 998. You can choose to use consecutive file numbers (CONTINUOUS) or to reset the file number each time a different memory card is inserted (RESET).

  • Page 85: Recording Still Images On A Memory Card

    Recording Still Images on a Memory Card You can record still images with the camcorder or record as still images scenes from a video recording on the tape or from an external video signal from the DV terminal only: also from the AV terminal). You can also record a still image on the memory card while you record a movie on the tape.
  • Page 86 Connection to a computer or PictBridge compliant printer will not work when the memory card contains more than 1800 images. For best performance, we recommend not recording more than 100 images on the memory card when you plan to connect the camcorder to a computer or printer. When you are using a Macintosh computer, you may not be able to download image with ImageBrowser or with OS standard software when the memory card contains more than 1000 images.
  • Page 87 Recording from a Tape in the Camcorder 1. Play back the tape. 2. Press the PHOTO button halfway when the scene you wish to record appears. • The camcorder pauses playback. The remaining image capacity and other information appear. • When you press the PHOTO button on the wireless controller, recording starts immediately.

  • Page 88: Reviewing A Still Image Right After Recording

    Reviewing a Still Image Right after Recording You can select to display a still image for 2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 seconds after it has been recorded. MENU CAMERA SETUP REVIEW 2sec 1. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( ) the icon and press ( 2.

  • Page 89: Recording Movies On A Memory Card

    Do not load/unload a cassette during recording. We recommend using a Canon SD Memory Card, or an SD Memory Card with a transfer rate of more than 2 MB/sec., right after initializing it with this camcorder. With memory cards not initialized with this camcorder, or when recording/erasing has been repeatedly performed, the writing speed may be lower and recording may stop.
  • Page 90 Recording from Other Video Devices You can record as movies on the memory card scenes captured from external video devices connected through the DV terminal. only: you can also use the analog to digital conversion to input video through the AV terminal. For connecting instructions, refer to pages 32 and 70.

  • Page 91: Selecting The Focusing Point

    Selecting the Focusing Point You can change the AF (autofocus) frame selection mode. When the program selector is set to , the focusing point will automatically be set to [ON: AiAF]. 9 Point AiAF Depending on the shooting conditions, one or more AF frames out of the 9 frames available are automatically selected and focused on.

  • Page 92: Playing Back A Memory Card

    Playing Back a Memory Card You can display a single image, 6 at one time (index screen 93), or one after another (slide show 93). Use the Card Jump function to quickly locate an image without displaying them one by one ( 93).

  • Page 93: Slide Show

    Slide Show MENU SLIDESHOW 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( ) the slide show icon. 2. Press ( ) to start the slide show. • Images and movies are played back one after another. • Press ( ) again to stop the slide show. Index Screen 1.

  • Page 94: 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. MENU PROTECT OFF 1.

  • Page 95: 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 1.

  • Page 96: 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 by initializing cannot be recovered.

  • Page 97: Printing Still Images

    You can use the print order settings for direct printing of still images recorded on the memory card ( 101). Canon printers: SELPHY CP, SELPHY DS and PIXMA printers Connecting the Printer to the Camcorder PictBridge compatible printer 1. Turn off the camcorder and insert a memory card that contains still images.
  • Page 98 Press ( ) during printing. A confirmation dialog appears. Select [OK] and press ( ). With Canon’s PictBridge compatible printers, 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 112).

  • Page 99: 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 100 Paper Settings 1. In the print setting menu, select ( ) the [PAPER] option 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 101: 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 102 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 103: Transferring Memory Card Images To A Computer

    Transferring Memory Card Images to a Transferring Images Computer With the supplied USB cable and Digital Video Software, you can browse and archive images or arrange still images for printout. For details, refer to the Digital Video Software instruction manual (PDF file). Do not disconnect the USB cable, open the memory card cover, remove the memory card, change the position of the TAPE/CARD switch or turn off the camcorder and computer while data is being transferred to the computer (while...

  • Page 104: Direct Transfer

    Direct Transfer You can transfer images to a computer by operating the camcorder. ALL IMAGES... Transfers all images to the computer. NEW IMAGES... Transfers only those images that have not yet been transferred to the computer. TRANSFER ORDERS... Transfers images with transfer orders to the computer. SELECT &...
  • Page 105 2. Select ( ) [OK] and press ( • The images are transferred to the computer and displayed in the Main Window of ZoomBrowser EX. • The camcorder displays the transfer menu when transfer is complete. • To cancel transfer, select ( ) [CANCEL] and press ( ), or press the FUNC.

  • Page 106: Selecting Images For Transfer (Transfer Order)

    Selecting Images for Transfer (Transfer Order) You can select images for transfer to the computer. These transfer settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. A maximum of 998 images can be selected. Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the transfer orders. MENU TRANS.ORDER OFF 1.

  • Page 107: Screen Displays

    Screen Displays Additional Information Hiding the Displays on the LCD Screen You can hide the displays on the LCD screen to have a clear screen for playback. MENU DISPLAY SETUP/ DISPLAYS ON 1. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( ) the icon and press ( 2.
  • Page 108 Screen Displays during Recording/Playback (see also Digital effects ( Shutter speed ( Exposure lock ( Recording reminder ( Manual focus ( Image stabilizer ( Recording mode ( Tape operation Time code ( Remaining tape ( Widescreen mode ( Operating mode ( 4), Zoom ( 25), Wind screen (...
  • Page 109 (see also Recording program ( Single still image icon Movie size ( Still image size/quality ( Focusing frame ( Remaining card capacity for still images Joystick guide ( Camcorder shake warning ( AF/AE locked ( Slide show ( Protect mark ( File number ( Current image/Total number of images Still image size (...

  • Page 110: 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 111 Memory Card Related Messages Message Explanation NO CARD Memory card not is inserted into the camcorder. THE CARD IS SET FOR SD Memory Card is set for erasure prevention. Replace the card ERASURE PREVENTION or change the position of the protect switch. NO IMAGES No images are recorded on the memory card.
  • Page 112 Direct Print Related Messages Following messages may appear on the camcorder screen. On printers equipped with an operation panel, an error number or message displays on the panel. Refer to the printer’s manual for the remedies corresponding to the error numbers or messages. Message Explanation PAPER ERROR...

  • Page 113: Maintenance/Others

    Maintenance/Others Camcorder Handling Precautions 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 114 When the playback picture becomes distorted, the video heads need to be cleaned. 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 115 When condensation is detected: The camcorder stops operating and the warning message “CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED” appears for approx. 4 seconds and “ ” starts flashing. If a cassette is loaded, the warning message “REMOVE THE CASSETTE” appears and “ ”...
  • Page 116 About the battery terminal cover The battery terminal cover has a [ ]-shaped hole. This is useful when you wish to differentiate between charged and uncharged battery packs. For example, with charged battery packs, attach the terminal cover so that the [ ]-shaped hole shows the blue label.
  • Page 117 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 118: Using The Camcorder Abroad

    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 119: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 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 Cause Solution Camcorder will not turn on. Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.
  • Page 120 Recording Problem Cause Solution Image will not appear on the Camcorder is not set to Set the camcorder to screen. mode. mode. “SET THE TIME ZONE, Time zone, date and time are Set the time zone, date and DATE AND TIME” appears on not set.
  • Page 121 Playback Problem Cause Solution Pressing the playback button Camcorder is turned off, or is Set the camcorder to does not start playback. not set to mode. mode. The TAPE/CARD switch is set Set the TAPE/CARD switch to to CARD. TAPE. Cassette is not loaded.

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

    System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) WS-20 Wrist Strap SS-900 Shoulder Strap CB-2LTE CB-2LWE CBC-NB2 Battery Charger Battery Charger Car Battery Charger MiniDV NB-2L, NB-2LH, Video Cassette BP-2L5*, BP-2L12, BP-2L14 Battery Pack CA-570 Compact Power Adapter NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L5, BP-2L12, BP-2L14 Battery Pack WL-D85...

  • 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 MV960/MV950/MV940/MV930 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 EIA standard (625 lines, 50 fields) PAL color signal Image Sensor 1/6-inch CCD, approx.
  • Page 126 Input/Output Terminals AV Terminal Ø3.5 mm minijack, output only ( : input/output) Video: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced Audio output: –10 dBV (47 kohm load)/3 kohms or less Audio input: –10 dBV/40 kohms or more DV Terminal Special 4-pin connector (IEEE 1394 compliant) Input/Output Output only USB Terminal...

  • Page 127: Index

    Index only only only 16:9 (Widescreen) ....60 File numbers ..... 84 6-second auto date .
  • Page 128 Recording - Movies (memory card) . . . 89 Recording - Movies (tape) ..21 Recording - Still images (memory card) 85 Recording mode ....54 Recording programs .
  • 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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