Canon MV790 - Manuals

5 E In troductio n Editing Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device .................................................68 Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) ...70Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) ......................71Converting Analog Signals into Digital S...

6 Checking Supplied Accessories * Europe only. CA-570 Compact Power Adapter(incl. power cord) NB-2LH Battery Pack Lithium Button Battery CR1616 Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord SS-900 Shoulder Strap STV-250N Stereo Video Cable PC-A10 SCART Adapter*

7 E In troductio n Components Guide MV800i/MV800/MV790 REC SEARCH – button ( 24) / (record review) button ( 24) / (rewind) button ( 28) REC SEARCH + button ( 24) / (fast forward) button ( 28) LCD BACKLIGHT button ( 17) WIDESCREEN button ( 58) / DATA CODE button ( 60) NIGHT MODE button ( 42) / (stop)...

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

11 Basic Functions Prep a rat ions E 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 POWER switch to OFF. 2. Connect the power...

13 Basic Functions Prep a rat ions E Loading/Unloading 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/unload the cassette. • Load the cassette with the window facin...

14 Installing the Backup Batter y The backup battery (lithium button battery CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain date, time ( 18 ) 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....

15 Basic Functions Prep a rat ions E Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the Viewfinder (Dioptric Adjustment) 1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed. 2. Pull out the viewfinder. 3. Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever. 4. Push the viewfinder back in. Attaching the Lens Cap 1. Attach th...

16 Attaching the Shoulder Strap Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap. SS-900 Shoulder Strap

17 Basic Functions Prep a rat ions E 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 You can switch the brightness of the LCD screen between normal and br...

18 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 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press th...

19 Basic Functions Prep a rat ions E 7. Press the MENU button to close the menu and to start the clock. Once you have set 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 a...

20 Displaying Date and Time during Recording You can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen. 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select [D/T DISPLAY] and press the SET di...

21 Basic Functions Recordin g E Recording Recording Movies on a Tape Recording 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. 3. Open the LCD panel. 4. Press the start/stop button to begin recording. Press the start/stop button again to pause recording. ...

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 th...

23 Basic Functions Recordin g E 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu. When [LCD MIRROR] is set to [ON], some screen displays appear mirror-reversed. Screen Displays during Recording Time Code Indicates the recording time in hours, minutes and seconds. Remaining tape Indicates the remaining tim...

24 Reviewing and Searching when Recording 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. Press and release the (record review) button. The camcorder rewinds the tape, plays back the last few sec...

25 Basic Functions Recordin g E Zooming The camcorder is equipped with optical zoom and digital zoom. Optical Zoom Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide- angle). Move it toward T to zoom in (telephoto). Press the zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom. Press harder for a faster zoom.  Keep at...

26 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 in. 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select [CAMERA SETUP] and press the SE...

27 Basic Functions Recordin g E 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...

28 Playback Playing Back a Tape 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode. Set the POWER switch to PLAY (VCR). 2. Open the LCD panel. You can also close the LCD panel with the screen facing outward. 3. Press the button to rewind the tape. 4. Press the / button to begin playback. 5. Press the button to...

29 Basic Functions Playba ck E Special Playback Modes / (Playback Pause) To pause playback, press the / button during normal playback. (Fast Forward Playback) / (Rewind Playback) Plays back the tape at 11.5 times normal speed (forward or reverse). Press and hold the button during normal playback or ...

30 Adjusting the Volume When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound via built-in speaker. The speaker does not sound when you close the LCD panel. Turn the SET dial up to increase the volume, and down to lower the volume. • A volume bar appears for 2 seconds.• You ca...

31 Basic Functions Playba ck E Playing Back on a TV Screen TVs with SCART Terminal Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. 1. Turn off all devices before starting the connections. 2. Connect the PC-A10 SCART Adapter to the TV or VCR’s SCART terminal. 3. Connect the STV-250N Stereo Video Cabl...

32 TVs with Audio/Video Terminals Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. 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. Connect the white plug to the white audio ...

33 Basic Functions Playba ck E Selecting the Audio Output Channel You can select the output channels when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels. 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select [AUDIO SETUP] and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to s...

34 Advanced Functions Menus and Settings Many of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus that appear on the screen. Selecting Menus and Settings 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select a submenu and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to sele...

35 A d v a nced F unctions E Menu and Default Settings Default settings are shown in boldface. CAMERA MENU CAMERA PLAY (VCR) Submenu Menu Item Setting Options D.EFFECT SETUP D.E.SELECT , FADER, EFFECT, MULTI-S 54 FADER TYPE FADE-T , WIPE, CORNER, JUMP, FLIP, PUZZLE, ZIGZAG, BEAM, TIDE EFFECT TYPE AR...

39 A d v a nced F unctions Record in g E Recording Using the Recording Programs Easy Recording Program The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. Program AE Modes Auto The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automati...

40 Availability of Functions in Each Mode: : Available : Not available A: Auto setting Selecting the Easy Recording Program Set the program selector to EASY. “ EASY” appears. Recording Program Image Stabilizer (on) Focus (A) White Balance (A) Wind screen (A) Shutter Speed (A) (A) AE Shift Digital Ef...

41 A d v a nced F unctions Record in g E Selecting the Program AE Mode 1. Set the program selector to . 2. Press the SET dial. A list of the program AE modes appears. 3. Select a mode and press the SET dial. The symbol of the mode appears on the upper left corner of the screen.  The setting resets ...

42 Using the Night Mode Allows you to record in dark places where lights cannot be used, without sacrificing color. 1. Set the program selector to . 2. Press the NIGHT MODE button. • “ ” appears. • Pressing the NIGHT MODE button again resets the camcorder to the Auto mode.  Moving subjects may leav...

43 A d v a nced F unctions Record in g E Skin Detail Function When shooting close-ups of people, the camcorder automatically softens details to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections for a more complimentary appearance. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [SKIN DETAIL], set it to [S...

44 Adjusting the AE Shift You can adjust the AE (auto exposure) function to lighten or darken the image. This allows you to compensate for backlit or overexposed scenes. Available Levels: –2 to +2, in 0.25 intervals (excluding –1.75 and +1.75). 1. Set the program selector to . 2. Set the program AE ...

45 A d v a nced F unctions Record in g E Adjusting the Focus Manually Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. 1. Set the program selector to . 2. Adjust the zoom. When you operate the zoom after adjusting the focus, the subject may not stay in focus. Adju...

46 Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. Press the FOCUS button more than 2 seconds after step 2 in Adjusting the Focus Manually . “MF ” appears. When you operate the zoom or turn the SET dial, “ ” disappears and the camcorder cha...

47 A d v a nced F unctions Record in g E 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. 1. Set the program selector to . 2. For custom white balance: Point the camcorder at a white object and zo...

49 A d v a nced F unctions Record in g E Setting the Shutter Speed You can adjust the shutter speed manually to make stable shots of fast moving subjects. Select from AUTO, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000. 1. Set the program selector to . 2. Set the program AE mode to the (Auto) mode. 3. O...

50 Auto Slow Shutter In Easy Recording mode and when [SHUTTER] is set to [AUTO] in Auto mode, the camcorder uses shutter speeds down to 1/25. This allows you to record brightly in places with insufficient lighting. However, you can set the camcorder not to use a slow shutter speed. Open the menu and...

53 A d v a nced F unctions Record in g E 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 with another editing device. Select the ...

54 Using Digital Effects Faders ( 56) 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)

56 Selecting a Fader In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to . 1. Open the menu and select [D.EFFECT SETUP]. 2. Select [D.E.SELECT] and set it to [FADER]. 3. Select [FADER TYPE], select a setting option and close the menu. The name of the selected fader flashes. CAMERA mode: 4. Fade in: In recor...

57 A d v a nced F unctions Record in g E Using the Multi-Image Screen You can operate the multi-image screen only in the following playback modes: • When [M.S.SPEED] is set to [MANUAL]: Playback pause, slow forward/reverse playback • When [M.S.SPEED] is set to [FAST], [MODERATE] or [SLOW]: Playback ...

58 Widescreen TV Recording (16:9) The camcorder uses the full width of the CCD providing high-resolution 16:9 recording. Press the WIDESCREEN button. • “ ” appears. • The LCD screen switches to the “letterbox” display. The picture on the viewfinder appears horizontally squeezed.  The multi-image sc...

59 A d v a nced F unctions Playba ck E Playback Magnifying the Image The playback image can be magnified up to 5 times. 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 ...

60 Displaying the Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code containing recording date and time and other camera data such as shutter speed and exposure (f-stop). When you play back a tape, you can display the data code and select the data code combination you wish to display. Selecting the Date/...

61 A d v a nced F unctions Playba ck E Displaying the Data Code Press the DATA CODE button. The data code will not display the next time you turn on the camcorder. Six-Second Auto Date Date and time appear for 6 seconds when you begin playback, or to indicate that date or time zone has changed. Open...

62 End Search When you have played back a tape, you can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene. In stop mode, press the END SEARCH button. • “END SEARCH” appears.• The camcorder rewinds/fast forwards the tape, plays back the last few seconds of the recording and stops the tap...

63 A d v a nced F unctions Playba ck E Playing Back a Tape with AddedSound You can select to play back Stereo 1 (original sound), Stereo 2 (added sound), or adjust the balance of both sounds. 1. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [12bit AUDIO], select a setting and close the menu. • STER...

64 Other Functions Customizing the Camcorder You can personalize your camcorder by customizing the start-up image and the sound it makes for start-up, operation and self-timer (collectively called the My Camera settings). Changing the My Camera Settings 1. Open the menu and select [MY CAMERA]. 2. Se...

65 A d v a nced F unctions Other Funct ions E Changing the Display Language 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. ...

66 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 including the ones of the My Camera settings will be turned off. To turn the...

67 A d v a nced F unctions Other Funct ions E Turning Off the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer compensates for camcorder shake even at full telephoto. It tries to compensate for horizontal movements; therefore, you may decide to turn it off when you mount the camcorder on a tripod. Open the men...

68 Editing Recording to a VCR or Digital VideoDevice 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. Connecting the Devices Connec...

70 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 ( 31). 2. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode and load...

71 E Editi ng 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 ( 68). 2. Set t...

72 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...

73 E Editi ng 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 term...

75 E Editi ng 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...

76 Additional Information Screen Displays Hiding the Displays on the LCD Screen You can hide the displays on the LCD screen to have a clear screen for playback. Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [DISPLAYS], set it to [OFF <PLAYBK>] and close the menu. • Warning messages still ...

77 E Addi tional Infor mation Screen Displays during Recording/Playback CAMERA Mode (see also 23) PLAY (VCR) Mode White balance ( 47) Digital effects ( 54) Date and time ( 18) Skin detail ( 43) Zoom ( 25) Self-timer ( 51) Image stabilizer ( 67) Self-timer countdown ( 51) Recording mode ( 52) Tape op...

78 List of Messages Message Explanation SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME 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. 18 CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery...

79 E Addi tional Infor mation Maintenance/Others Camcorder Handling Precautions  Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel or viewfinder.  Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures, such as a sun-heated car, and high humidity.  Do not use the camcorder near strong electr...

81 E Addi tional Infor mation Battery Pack Handling Precautions  Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge.  Attach the terminal cover whenever a battery pack is not in use. Contact to metallic object...

82 Lithium Button Battery Handling Precautions  Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools as this will cause a short circuit.  Wipe the battery with a clean dry cloth to ensure proper contact.  Keep the battery out of reach of children. If it is swallowed, seek medical assist...

83 E Addi tional Infor mation Using the Camcorder Abroad Power Sources You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult the Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for...

84 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 Recording/Playback Problem Cause Solution Camcorder will not turn on. Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pa...

87 E Addi tional Infor mation System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) NB-2L, NB-2LH,BP-2L12, BP-2L14Battery Pack CB-2LTEBattery Charger CBC-NB2Car Battery Charger STV-250NStereo Video Cable CA-570 Compact Power Adapter CV-150F/CV-250FDV Cable SC-2000 SoftCarrying Case WS-20 Wrist Str...

88 Optional Accessories Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs, select from the following: NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L12, BP-2L14. CB-2LTE Battery Charger Use the battery charger for charging the battery packs. Charging time varies according to the charging condition. CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger U...

90 Specifications MV800i/MV800/MV790 * MV800i only. 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 standa...

91 E Addi tional Infor mation CA-570 Compact Power Adapter NB-2LH Battery Pack Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice. Power supply 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 17W Rated output 8.4 V DC, 1.5 A Operating temperature 0 – 40...

92 Index 12bit audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6316:9 widescreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 586-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 A Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . . 83Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 88AE Shift . . . . . . . ....