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Page 2 - Important Usage Instructions

2 Intr oduction E Important Usage Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (ORBACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TOQUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THISPRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOI...

Page 3 - Reference Guide; Windows XP Users Only; Trademark Acknowledgements

3 Intr oduction E Reference Guide The following manuals are supplied with the camcorder: ❍ Digital Video Camcorder MV650i/MV630i/MV600i/MV600 Instruction Manual This manual explains the camcorder operations from basic video recording to the use of the full range of features. ❍ Windows XP Users Only ...

Page 4 - Table of Contents; Introduction

4 Intr oduction E Table of Contents Introduction Reference Guide ..............................................................................................................3Thank You for Choosing a Canon ................................................................................7Introducing ...

Page 5 - Playback; Editing; Using a Memory Card

5 Intr oduction Adjusting the AE Shift ..................................................................................................76Setting the Shutter Speed............................................................................................77Setting the White Balance ...................

Page 6 - Conventions Used in This Manual; Operating Modes

6 Intr oduction Conventions Used in This Manual Operating Modes : MV650i and MV630i only. Available functions depend upon the operating mode. It is indicated as follows: : Function can be used in this mode. : Function cannot be used in this mode. Other Symbols and References ❍ : Reference page numbe...

Page 7 - Thank You for Choosing a Canon; Checking Supplied Accessories

7 Intr oduction E Thank You for Choosing a Canon The Canon MV650i/MV630i/MV600i/MV600 provides a full range of options and functions. We recommend reading this manual thoroughly before you use the camcorder. It will help you to become more familiar with your camcorder, and learn how to operate it pr...

Page 9 - Components Guide

9 Intr oduction E Components Guide MV650i/MV630i/MV600i/MV600 P 123456789 DATA CODE MIX/ SLIDE SHOW DIGITAL EFFECTS ON/OFF REC (record) SEARCH – button (p. 33) / Record review button (p. 33) / (rewind) button (p. 35) / CARD – button* (p. 110) REC SEARCH + button (p. 33) / (fast forward) button (p. 3...

Page 12 - Wireless Controller

12 Intr oduction E WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D80 W T WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D79 START/STOP PHOTO ZOOM SELF T. SELF T. D.EFFECT. ON/OFF PHOTO D.EFFECT. ON/OFF SET MENU W T ZOOM SET MENU TV SCREEN TV SCREEN REW PAUSE AV INSERT AV DV REMOTE SET SLOW 2 PLAY STOP FF ZERO SET MEMORY REC PAUSE 12bit AUDIO OUT...

Page 13 - Using a Household Power Source; Connect the power cord to the

13 Mastering the Basics E Using a Household Power Source You can operate the camcorder from a household power source using the supplied power adapter. The power adapter converts current from a power outlet (100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by the camcorder. 1. Turn the POWER switch to ...

Page 14 - Attaching and Charging the Battery Pack; Attach the battery pack to the

14 Mastering the Basics E Attaching and Charging the Battery Pack Charge the battery pack with the supplied power adapter before you use the camcorder for the first time and subsequently when the message “CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK” appears. 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. 2. Move the viewfinder upwar...

Page 15 - Charging, Recording and Playback Time; Charging Time

15 Mastering the Basics Charging, Recording and Playback Time Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or playback conditions. Charging Time • Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 5º C and 40º C.• A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge sta...

Page 16 - Treat the battery pack with care.

How much power is left? The battery symbols indicate the charge status of the battery pack. When the battery pack is empty, “CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK” appears for 4 seconds and starts flashing. The battery charge indicators are not constant – they vary according to the condition under which battery p...

Page 17 - Installing the Backup Battery; Insert the lithium battery with the

17 Mastering the Basics E Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery allows the camcorder to retain date, time and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Power the camcorder from a household power source or with a battery pack when replacing the backup battery. 1. Ope...

Page 18 - Preparing the Camcorder; Adjusting the Viewfinder (Diopter Adjustment); Turn on the camcorder and keep the; Attaching the Lens Cap; Pass the grip belt through the loop; Fastening the Grip Belt

18 Mastering the Basics E Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the Viewfinder (Diopter Adjustment) 1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed to adjust theviewfinder. 2. Adjust the diopter adjustment lever. Do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as it may melt (due toconcent...

Page 19 - Attaching the Shoulder Strap

19 Mastering the Basics E Attaching the Shoulder Strap For extra security and portability, attach the shoulder strap before using the camcorder. Pass the ends through the strap mountand adjust the length of the strap. Mounting the Wide Attachment The WA-30.5 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspect...

Page 20 - Loading a Cassette; Loading and Unloading; mark on the cassette; Close the cassette compartment

20 Mastering the Basics E Loading a Cassette Use only video cassettes marked with the D logo. Loading and Unloading 1. Slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT switch and open the cassettecompartment cover. The cassette compartment opens automatically. 2. Load/unload the cassette. • Load the cassette with the ...

Page 21 - Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure

21 Mastering the Basics Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure To protect your recordings from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to the left. (This switch position is usually labelled SAVE or ERASE OFF.) If you load a protected cassette in CAMERA mode, the message “THE TAPE IS SET ...

Page 22 - Using the Wireless Controller; Inserting Batteries

22 Mastering the Basics E Using the Wireless Controller You can operate the camcorder with the supplied wireless controller from a distance of up to 5 m. Point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons. Following functions cannot be operated without the wireless controller: • So...

Page 23 - Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time; Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time; Press the MENU button to open the menu.; Press the MENU button to close the menu.

23 Mastering the Basics E Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder. Install the backup battery before you begin ( 17). Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the selector dia...

Page 24 - Setting the Date and Time

24 Mastering the Basics E ❍ Once you have set time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset theclock each time you travel to another time zone. Just set the time zone to theone of your destination, and the camcorder automatically adjusts the clock. ❍ Days per month and leap years will be automa...

Page 25 - Displaying Date and Time during Recording

25 Mastering the Basics 2. Turn the selector dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the selector dial. 3. Turn the selector dial to select [D/TIME SET] and press the selector dial. The year display starts to flash. 4. Turn the selector dial to select the year, and press the selector dial. • The next part...

Page 26 - Recording Movies on a Tape; Before You Begin Recording; Preparations

26 Mastering the Basics E Recording Movies on a Tape You can use the LCD screen or the viewfinder when recording. Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. Before you make important recordings, clean the video heads ( 141). Preparations Conn...

Page 27 - When You Have Finished Recording

27 Mastering the Basics When You Have Finished Recording 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. 2. Close the LCD panel. 3. Replace the lens cap. 4. Unload the cassette. 5. Disconnect the power source. When recording outdoors or through a window, do not leave LCD screen,viewfinder or lens exposed to direct...

Page 28 - Zooming; Optical Zoom; Digital Zoom

28 Mastering the Basics E Zooming The camcorder’s zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for your recordings. The camcorder automatically switches between optical zooming and digital zooming. Image resolution is slightly lower with the digital zoom. Optical Zoom Move the zoom lever to...

Page 30 - Using the LCD Screen; Push the OPEN button at the LCD

30 Mastering the Basics E Using the LCD Screen 1. Push the OPEN button at the LCD panel and open the LCD panel. The LCD screen switches on and the viewfinder switches off. 2. Rotate the LCD panel and choose the angle of the screen. You can rotate the LCD panel so that the screen faces in the same di...

Page 31 - Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Screen; Allowing the Subject to Monitor the LCD Screen

31 Mastering the Basics E Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Screen 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the selector dial to select [DISPLAY SET UP] and press the selector dial. 3. Turn the selector dial to select [BRIGHTNESS] and press the selector dial. 4. Turn the selector dial an...

Page 33 - Searching and Reviewing when Recording; Record Review; Press and release the; Record Search

33 Mastering the Basics E Searching and Reviewing 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 c (record review) button. The camcorder rewinds the tape, pl...

Page 34 - Tips for Making Better Videos; Holding the Camcorder; Lean against a wall

34 Mastering the Basics 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 micro...

Page 35 - Playing Back a Tape; button to rewind the; button to begin

35 Mastering the Basics E Playing Back a Tape When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound via built-in speaker. The built-in speaker is monaural. Use headphones for stereo sound or when using the viewfinder for playback. Preparations Connect a power source. Load a ca...

Page 36 - Special Playback Modes; ae; SLOW

36 Mastering the Basics E Special Playback Modes Special playback modes (except of playback pause and fast/rewind playback) can only be operated with the wireless controller. e / a (Playback Pause) To pause playback, press the e / a button. Press the e / a button to resume playback. The camcorder go...

Page 37 - Playing Back with the Built-in Speaker/Headphones; Switching the AV/Headphones Terminal

37 Mastering the Basics Playing Back with the Built-in Speaker/Headphones When using the built-in speaker, make sure that “ H ” is not displayed on the screen. When using the headphones, make sure that “ H ” is displayed. Change the setting as necessary following the procedure below. Switching the A...

Page 38 - Adjusting the Volume

38 Mastering the Basics E Adjusting the Volume *Headphone volume only. Turn the selector dial up to increase the volume, anddown to lower the volume. • A volume bar appears for 4 seconds. • You can turn off the volume completely by turning the selector dial down until OFF appears. Turn the selector ...

Page 39 - Playing Back on a TV Screen; TVs with SCART Terminal; Turn off all devices before starting the connections.

39 Mastering the Basics E Playing Back on a TV Screen You can connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR to play back your recordings on a TV screen. ❍ Make sure that “ H ” is not displayed on the screen. If “ H ” is displayed on the screen, change the setting ( 37). ❍ When you use the TV as a monitor dur...

Page 41 - TVs with Audio/Video Terminals

41 Mastering the Basics 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 plu...

Page 42 - Selecting the Audio Output Channel

42 Mastering the Basics 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 selector dial to select [AUDIO SET UP] and press the selector dial. 3. Turn the selecto...

Page 43 - Menus and Settings; Selecting Menus and Settings

43 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Menus and Settings Many of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus that appear on the screen. Selecting Menus and Settings 1. Set the camcorder to the correct operating mode. 2. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 3. Turn the selector dia...

Page 44 - Menu and Default Settings

44 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Menu and Default Settings Default settings are shown in boldface. CAMERA Menu (CAM. MENU) CARD CAMERA CARD CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CAMERA Submenu Menu Item Setting Options \ CARD MIX * 2 MIX TYPE CARD CHROMA , CARD LUMI., 121 CAM. CHROMA, C. ANIMATION ANIMAT. TYPE CO...

Page 48 - Changing the Remote Sensor Mode; Turning the Remote Sensor Off; On the camcorder, open the menu and select; On the wireless controller, press and hold the

48 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Changing the Remote Sensor Mode Two remote sensor modes and an off setting are available to prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby. Turning the Remote Sensor Off Open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [WL.REMOTE], set it...

Page 49 - Customizing the Camcorder; Changing the My Camera Settings; Select the menu item you wish to change.

49 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Customizing the Camcorder You can personalise your camcorder by customizing the start-up image and the sound it makes for start-up, shutter*, start/stop and self-timer (collectively called the My Camera settings). * MV650i and MV630i only. With the MV650i and M...

Page 50 - Setting the Light-up Buttons; Selecting the Light-up Setting; Selecting the Colour of the Buttons

50 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Setting the Light-up Buttons The buttons above the LCD panel light up when the camcorder’s power is on, or when you press a button. This is helpful if, for example, you wish to play back a tape in dark places. You can select the colour of the light-up buttons f...

Page 51 - Other Camcorder Settings; Beep

51 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Other Camcorder Settings Beep You will hear a beep upon camcorder operations such as power on/off, start/stop, self- timer countdown, automatic shut-off, and unusual conditions of the camcorder. The beep will not be recorded. If you turn off the beep, all camco...

Page 52 - Demonstration Mode

52 Using the Full Range of Featur es Demonstration Mode The demonstration mode displays the camcorder’s main features. It starts automatically when you leave the camcorder turned on without loading a cassette (MV650i/MV630i: and without inserting a memory card) for more than 5 minutes. You can also ...

Page 54 - Recording Still Images on a Tape; In Record Pause Mode

54 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Recording Still Images on a Tape You can record still images on the tape. Starting your recording with a still image allows you to easily locate the beginning of the recording with the Photo Search function ( 84). In Record Pause Mode 1. Press the PHOTO button ...

Page 56 - Using the Recording Programs; Availability of Functions in Each Mode:; Easy Recording Program; Program AE Modes; Auto

56 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Using the Recording Programs The camcorder is equipped with the Easy Recording program and several program AE modes. The availability of functions differs depending on the selected mode. Availability of Functions in Each Mode: A: Auto setting h : Available × : ...

Page 57 - Sports

57 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Sports Use this mode to record sports scenes (such as tennis or golf), moving objects (such as roller coasters) or when recording from a moving car. ❍ This mode is set at a high shutter speed and should therefore be used in sufficient light. ❍ This mode is main...

Page 58 - Night

58 Using the Full Range of Featur es Night Use this mode to record in dark places. The shutter speed is adjusted automatically. It is useful when recording in places with changing light conditions (such as in amusement parks). ❍ Night mode cannot be used in CARD CAMERA mode. ❍ Moving subjects may le...

Page 59 - Selecting the Program AE Mode; Slide the program selector to; Select a mode and press the selector dial.

59 Using the Full Range of Featur es Selecting the Program AE Mode 1. Slide the program selector to Q (program AE). 2. Press the selector dial. A list of the program AE modes appears. 3. Select a mode and press the selector dial. The symbol of the mode appears on the upper left corner of the screen....

Page 60 - Using Digital Effects; Availability of Digital Effects by Operating Modes:

60 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Using Digital Effects You can use the digital effects during recording and playback. Faders ( 61): Begin or end scenes with a fade to or from black. Effects ( 64): Add flavor to your recordings. Multi-image screen ( 66) Availability of Digital Effects by Operat...

Page 61 - Faders

61 Using the Full Range of Featur es Faders Fade Trigger (FADE-T) Wipe (WIPE) Corner Wipe (CORNER) Jump (JUMP) Flip (FLIP) E The image gradually fades in. The image gradually fades out. The image begins as a vertical line in the centre and expands sideways until it fills the whole screen. The image ...

Page 63 - Selecting a Fader; button and begin playback by pressing the

63 Using the Full Range of Featur es Selecting a Fader 1. In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to Q . 2. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. [D.EFFECTS | ], [FADER], [EFFECT] and [MULTI-S] appear. 3. Select [FADER]. 4. Select the fader option. 5. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. The name of the s...

Page 64 - Effects

64 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Effects Art (ART) The image becomes like a paint (solarization). Black and White (BLK & WHT) The image becomes black and white. Sepia (SEPIA) The image becomes monochrome with a brownish tint. Mosaic (MOSAIC) The image is blurred through enlarging the size ...

Page 65 - Selecting an Effect; Selecting an Effect in CARD CAMERA Mode

65 Using the Full Range of Featur es Selecting an Effect 1. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. [D.EFFECTS OFF], [FADER], [EFFECT] and [MULTI-S] appear. 2. Select [EFFECT]. 3. Select the effect. 4. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. The name of the selected effect flashes. 5. Press the ON/OFF button. •...

Page 66 - Using the Multi-Image Screen; Selecting the Multi-Image Screen

66 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Using the Multi-Image Screen The multi-image screen captures moving subjects in 4, 9 or 16 sequences of still images with the Image Capture feature and displays them at one time. Sound will be recorded normally. This feature can be used in CAMERA and PLAY (VCR)...

Page 67 - Capturing

67 Using the Full Range of Featur es Capturing 10.Press the ON/OFF button. • MANUAL: Images will be captured each time you press the ON/OFF button. The blue frame indicating the next sequence disappears after the last image. To cancel the last captured image, press and hold the ON/OFF button. To can...

Page 68 - Turning Off the Image Stabilizer

68 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Turning Off the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer allows you to obtain steady recordings even at telephoto. There is no need to turn off the image stabilizer during normal recording. However, the camcorder tries to compensate for horizontal movements and yo...

Page 69 - Recording With the Self-Timer; When recording movies

69 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Recording With the Self-Timer 1. Press the (self-timer) button. “ ” appears. When recording movies 2. Press the start/stop button. The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown (2 seconds when using the wireless controller). The count down appears ...

Page 70 - Audio Recording; Changing the Audio Mode; Recording with an External Microphone

70 Using the Full Range of Featur es 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. Select the 16-bit mode for higher sound q...

Page 71 - Wind Screen

71 Using the Full Range of Featur es Wind Screen You can reduce the wind noise when recording in windy places. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SET UP]. Select [WIND SCREEN], set itto [ON] and close the menu. “WS ON” appears when you turn the wind screen on. ❍ Low sound may be reduced together with t...

Page 72 - Slide the video light into the; Set the camcorder to CAMERA or

72 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Using the VL-3 Video Light (Optional) This video light enables you to record brightly in colour even in dark places. This VL-3 Video Light attaches to the camcorder’s advanced accessory shoe for cable-free operation and is powered by the camcorder’s power suppl...

Page 73 - Slide the microphone into the

73 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Using the DM-50 Microphone (Optional) The high sensitive Directional Stereo Microphone DM-50 attaches to the advanced accessory shoe for cable-free operation and is powered by the camcorder’s power supply. Use it for recording or dubbing audio. Refer also to th...

Page 74 - Adjusting the Focus Manually; Set the program selector to

74 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Adjusting the Focus Manually Some subjects may not be suitable for autofocus. In such case, focus manually. Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects: 1. Set the program selector to Q . 2. Adjust the zoom. When you operate the zoom after adjusting t...

Page 75 - Press the FOCUS button to return to autofocus.; Infinity Focus; Press the focus button more than 3 seconds in step 3.

75 Using the Full Range of Featur es 5. Press the FOCUS button to return to autofocus. The setting resets to autofocus when you switch the program selector to [ . Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. Press the focus button more t...

Page 76 - Adjusting the AE Shift; Turn the selector dial to adjust the AE shift level.

76 Using the Full Range of Featur es E 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 ...

Page 77 - Setting the Shutter Speed

77 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Setting the Shutter Speed In the Auto mode, you can adjust the shutter speed manually to make stable shots of fast moving subjects. 1. Set the program selector to Q . 2. Set the program AE mode to the Auto mode. 3. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SET UP]. 4. S...

Page 79 - Setting the White Balance

79 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Setting the White Balance The camcorder’s auto white balance system adjusts the colours to appear natural for different lighting conditions. However, you can use the preset modes to reproduce colours more accurately, or set a custom white balance to obtain the ...

Page 80 - For; For Custom White Balance:

80 Using the Full Range of Featur es For T (Indoor) or U (Outdoor) Setting: 1. Set the program selector to Q . 2. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SET UP]. 3. Select [WHITE BAL.]. 4. Select T (indoor) or U (outdoor). T or U appears. 5. Close the menu. For Custom White Balance: 1. Set the program sel...

Page 81 - Magnifying the Image

81 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Magnifying the Image The playback image can be magnified by 2 times. 1. Move the zoom lever toward T. • The image is magnified by 2 times. • A frame appears indicating the position of the enlarged part. 2. Move the image. • Turn the selector dial to move the im...

Page 82 - Displaying the Data Code

82 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Displaying the Data Code Once date and time are set, the camcorder maintains a data code containing recording date and time and other camera data such as shutter speed and exposure (f-stop). (MV650i/MV630i: Only date and time appear when playing back a memory c...

Page 83 - Selecting the Date/Time Display Combination; Press the DATA CODE button.

83 Using the Full Range of Featur es Selecting the Date/Time Display Combination Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SET UP]. Select [D/TIME SEL.], set it to[DATE] or [TIME] and close the menu. Selecting the Data Code Display Combination Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SET UP]. Select [DATA CODE], s...

Page 84 - Photo Search/Date Search; Press the SEARCH SELECT button to choose between

84 Using the Full Range of Featur es E Photo Search/Date Search You can search for a still image recorded anywhere on the tape with the photo search function, or locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. 1. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to choose between photo search an...

Page 85 - Returning to a Pre-marked Position; Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button at the point; When you have finished playback, fast forward or

85 Using the Full Range of Featur es E 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. 1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button at the point you wish t...

Page 86 - Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device; Example: Recording to a VCR; Connected device: Begin recording when the scene you wish to copy

86 Editing E Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. If you connect a digital video device, you can copy recordings with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality. When connecting a VCR: ❍ M...

Page 87 - Connecting a Digital Video Device

87 Editing E Connecting a Digital Video Device Refer also to the instruction manual of the digital video device. Side with an arrow 4 pin – 4 pin: CV-150F DV Cable (optional)4 pin – 6 pin: CV-250F DV Cable (optional) Signal flow 4_D73PAL_E(86-98) 02.12.26 9:28 PM Page 87

Page 88 - Connect the camcorder to the analog video device.; Press the REC PAUSE button on the wireless

88 Editing E 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. ❍ Anomalous signals sent from the connected device may be recorded asanomalous picture (although it may not appear so on the scree...

Page 89 - Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing); Connect the camcorder to the digital video device.; Press the REC PAUSE button on the wireless controller.

89 Editing E 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. ❍ When recording from digital video devices, make sure that “AV \ DV” is not displayed on the screen. If “AV...

Page 90 - Concerning Copyright; Copyright Precaution; Copyright Signals

90 Editing 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 p...

Page 91 - Connecting the Devices

91 Editing E Converting Analog Signals into DigitalSignals (Analog-Digital Converter) By connecting the camcorder to a VCR or 8mm video camcorder, you can convertanalog video/audio signals to digital signals and output the digital signals via the DVterminal. The DV terminal serves as output terminal...

Page 92 - Turning On the Analog-Digital Converter; Press the AV

92 Editing Turning On the Analog-Digital Converter Press the AV \ DV button on the wireless controller. OR Open the menu and select [VCR SET UP]. Select [AV \ DV OUT], set it to [ON] and close the menu. ❍ For normal use, set [AV \ DV OUT] to [OFF] (so that “AV \ DV” does not appear on the screen). I...

Page 95 - Audio Dubbing; Connecting an Audio Device

95 Editing E Audio Dubbing You can add sound from audio devices (AUDIO IN) or with the built-in or an external microphone (MIC. IN). With the MV600, audio dubbing can only be performed with the built-in or an external microphone (MIC. IN). ❍ Use only tapes recorded in SP mode 12-bit audio sound with...

Page 96 - Using a Microphone; Dubbing; Open the menu and select; button on the wireless controller

96 Editing E Using a Microphone ❍ When using the built-in microphone: do not connect any cables to themicrophone terminal or the accessory shoe. ❍ When using an external microphone: Connect it to the microphone terminal. ❍ When using the DM-50 Microphone: Do not connect any cables to the microphone ...

Page 97 - Playing Back the Added Sound

97 Editing E 7. Press the STOP 3 button on the wireless controller to stop dubbing. Audio device: Stop playback. Set the zero set memory at the end of the scene you wish to dub audio. Thecamcorder will automatically stop audio dubbing at that point. Playing Back the Added Sound You can select to pla...

Page 98 - Connecting to a Computer Using a DV (IEEE1394) Cable; DV NETWORK SOLUTION DISK (Windows XP Users)

98 Editing E Connecting to a Computer Using a DV (IEEE1394) Cable You can transfer recordings to a computer equipped with a DV (IEEE1394) terminal or IEEE1394 capture board (optional software required). Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin–4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin– 6 pin) DV Cable. ❍ Do not disconnect th...

Page 99 - Inserting and Removing the Memory Card; Inserting the Card; Insert the memory card all the way; Removing the Card; Remove the memory card.

99 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Inserting and Removing the Memory Card The chapter Using a Memory Card ( 99 - 132) refers to functions of the MV650i and MV630i only. You can use SD Memory Cards or a commercially available MultiMediaCards with this camcorder. The SD Memory Card has a protect ...

Page 100 - Selecting the Image Quality/Size; Changing the Still Image Quality; Changing the Still Image Size

100 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Selecting the Image Quality/Size Changing the Still Image Quality You can choose between Superfine, Fine and Normal. Open the menu and select [CARD SET UP]. Select [SI QUALITY], set it to[SUPER FINE] or [NORMAL] and close the menu. Changing the Still Image Si...

Page 101 - Changing the Movie Size; File Numbers; CONTINUOUS; RESET

101 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E ❍ The indication may not decrease even though a recording has been made, ormay decrease by 2 images at once. ❍ All indicators are displayed in green when a memory card is played back. ❍ The remaining image capacity indicates the number of still images, even w...

Page 103 - Recording Still Images on a Memory Card; Recording with the Camcorder; Set the camcorder to CARD CAMERA mode.

103 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Recording Still Images on a Memory Card You can record still images with the camcorder, from a tape in the camcorder ( 104), or from devices connected via the DV terminal or AV terminal ( 105). ❍ Do not turn off the camcorder, disconnect the power source or r...

Page 104 - Recording from a Tape in the Camcorder; Press the PHOTO button halfway when the scene you wish to record

104 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i Recording from a Tape in the Camcorder You can record images from a tape in the camcorder as still images on a memory card. 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode. 2. Play back the tape. 3. Press the PHOTO button halfway when the scene you wish to record appea...

Page 105 - Recording from Other Video Devices; Connect the camcorder to the video device.; Connected device: Load a recorded cassette and play back the tape.

105 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Recording from Other Video Devices You can record images from devices connected via the S-video terminal or AV terminal (analog line-in function), or via the DV terminal as still images on a memory card. When recording via the AV terminal, make sure that “AV ...

Page 106 - Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode); When Recording in Stitch Assist Mode:; button after the last image.

106 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Recording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode) You can shoot a series of overlapping images and merge them into one large panoramic scene using the supplied software (PhotoStitch) on a computer. When Recording in Stitch Assist Mode: PhotoStitch detects the o...

Page 108 - Recording Motion JPEG Movies on a Memory Card

108 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Recording Motion JPEG Movies on a Memory Card You can record Motion JPEG movies with the camcorder, from a tape in the camcorder ( 109), or from devices connected via the AV terminal (analog line-in) or the DV terminal ( 109). ❍ Do not turn off the camcorder,...

Page 110 - Playing Back a Memory Card; Single Image Display; To play back a movie, press the

110 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Playing Back a Memory Card You can play back memory card images on the LCD screen, viewfinder screen, or on a connected TV screen (see Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 39)). You can display a single image (single image display 110), 6 at one time (index screen 1...

Page 111 - Index Screen; mark to the image you wish to view.; Slide Show; In single image display, press the SLIDE SHOW

111 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Index Screen 1. In single image display, press the (index screen) button. • Up to 6 images appear. • Movies are displayed with the first scene as a still image indicated by “ ”. 2. Press the CARD +/– button to change the image selection. 3. Move the mark to t...

Page 112 - Card Jump Function

112 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i Card Jump Function You can locate still images/movies without displaying them one by one. The number in the upper right of the screen indicates the image number of the current image by the total number of images. In single image display, press and hold the CARD...

Page 113 - Protecting Images; Protecting during Single Image Display; Press the selector dial to open the FILE OPERATION menu.; Protecting during Index Screen Display; Select the image you wish to protect and press the selector dial.

113 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure during single image display or index screen display. If a memory card is formatted, all images, even protected ones, will be erasedpermanently. ❍ The sample images recorded on the supp...

Page 114 - Erasing Images; Erasing a Single Image; Erasing a Single Image/All Images

114 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Erasing Images You can erase images singly or all at once. Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. ❍ Protected images cannot be erased. ❍ Movies can only be erased when the first or last scene is displayed as a still image. They can...

Page 115 - Selecting Still Images for Printing (Print Order); Selecting in Single Image Display; Select the still image you wish to print.; Selecting in Index Screen Display; Set the number of copies with the selector dial and close the menu.

115 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Selecting Still Images for Printing (Print Order) You can select still images for printing and set the number of copies. These print order settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. ❍ Make sure to insert a memory card that c...

Page 116 - Erasing All Print Orders

116 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i Erasing All Print Orders 1. In single image display, open the menu and select [CARD OPERATIONS]. 2. Select [ PRINT ORDERS ALL ERASE]. “ERASE ALL PRINT ORDERS?”, [NO] and [YES] appears. 3. Select [YES]. All “ ” disappear. 4. Select [ b RETURN] to close the menu....

Page 117 - Printing with the Direct Print Function; Connecting the Printer to the Camcorder; Connect a power source to the printer and turn on the printer.; Connect the camcorder to the printer using the cable.

117 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Printing with the Direct Print Function You can print still images by connecting the camcorder to a Canon Bubble Jet Printer with Direct Print function. The Direct Print function can also be used with the print order settings ( 115). ❍ Observe the following p...

Page 118 - Printing; In single image display, select the still image you; Set the number of copies and the print style.; Selecting the Number of Copies; In the print setting menu, turn the selector dial so; Setting the Print Style

118 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Printing 1. In single image display, select the still image you wish to print and press the selector dial. The print setting menu appears. 2. Set the number of copies and the print style. • Selecting the Number of Copies . • Setting the Print Style . 3. Selec...

Page 119 - Selecting the paper size:; In the print setting menu, turn the selector dial to

119 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Selecting the paper size: 1. In the print setting menu, turn the selector dial to select [Style] and press the selector dial. 2. Make sure that is selected and press the selector dial. 3. Turn the selector dial to select the paper size and press the selector ...

Page 120 - Printing with Print Order Settings; Connect the printer to the camcorder (

120 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Printing with Print Order Settings You can print still images you have selected with the Print Order function. If you wish to print more than 1 copy, set the number of copies in the print order ( 115) . 1. Connect the printer to the camcorder ( 117). 2. Press...

Page 121 - Card Mix Effects

121 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Combining Images (Card Mix) You can produce effects not possible with just a tape with the Card Mix function. Choose one of the sample images provided on the supplied SD Memory Card (such as picture frames, backgrounds and animations) and combine it with the ...

Page 123 - Selecting the Card Mix Effect; Select the image you wish to combine with the; Activating the Card Mix Effect

123 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Selecting the Card Mix Effect 1. Set the program selector to Q . 2. Open the menu and select [ \ CARD MIX]. The card mix menu appears. 3. Select the image you wish to combine with the CARD +/– button. 4. Select [MIX TYPE]. [CARD CHROMA], [CARD LUMI.], [CAM. C...

Page 124 - Recording with the Card Mix Effect

124 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Recording with the Card Mix Effect Movie: 1. Press the start/stop button to begin recording. The combined image is recorded on the tape. 2. Press the start/stop button to end recording. Still Image: 1. Press the PHOTO button halfway. F flashes in white and tu...

Page 125 - Copying Still Images; Copying Still Images from Tape to Memory Card; Locate the still image you wish to copy on the tape

125 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Copying Still Images You can copy still images from tape to memory card, or from memory card to tape. ❍ All still images from the selected still image onward will be copied. ❍ The image size of a still image copied from tape to memory card will be 640 × 480. ...

Page 126 - Copying Still Images from Memory Card to Tape; Select the first still image you wish to copy with the

126 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Copying Still Images from Memory Card to Tape Load a cassette with enough free space, and insert a recorded memory card. Make sure that the protect tab on the cassette is set to allow recording. 1. Select the first still image you wish to copy with the CARD +...

Page 127 - Formatting a Memory Card

127 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Formatting a Memory Card Format new memory cards, or when you get the message “CARD ERROR”. You can also format a memory card to erase all images recorded on it. The camcorder formats memory cards in the Design rule for Camera File system (DCF) standard. ❍ Fo...

Page 128 - Connecting to a Computer Using a USB Cable

128 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Connecting to a Computer Using a USB Cable You can download images from the memory card to a computer using the supplied USB cable. With the supplied software, you can easily download, browse and archive images, and arrange still images for printout. For inst...

Page 129 - Setting the Still Image as Start-up Image

129 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Creating a Start-up Image You can create a start-up image using a still image on the memory card or a sample start-up image provided on the DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK and save it as [MY IMAGE]. ❍ Make sure to insert a memory card with enough remaining capaci...

Page 130 - Memory Card Information; Memory Card Handling Precautions

130 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Memory Card Information Images recorded on a memory card with this camcorder can be transferred to a computer using the following products for SD Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards: PC Card Adapter: An adapter to insert a memory card into the card slot on the co...

Page 131 - Sample Images; Card Chroma Key

131 Using a Memory Car d MV630i MV650i E Sample Images 27 sample images are pre-recorded on the supplied SD Memory Card: 8 card chroma key images, 5 card luminance key images, 2 camera chroma key images and 12 card animation images. Card Chroma Key Card Luminance Key Camera Chroma Key Card Animation...

Page 133 - Screen Displays; LCD Screen Displays; TV Screen Displays; Press the TV SCREEN button on the wireless controller.

133 Additional Information E Screen Displays LCD Screen Displays You can hide the displays on the LCD screen to have a clear screen for playback. Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SET UP]. Select [DISPLAYS], set it to[OFF <PLAYBK>] and close the menu. • The LCD screen will become completely bl...

Page 134 - Screen Displays during Basic Recording/Playback

134 Additional Information Screen Displays during Basic Recording/Playback indicates flashing. CAMERA mode (battery pack attached): • Remote sensor mode and audio mode disappear after 4 seconds. PLAY (VCR) mode: • Remote sensor mode and volume bar disappear after 4 seconds. E : Backup battery ( 17) ...

Page 135 - Screen Displays during Advanced Recording/Playback; and; Not available with the MV600.

135 Additional Information E Screen Displays during Advanced Recording/Playback CAMERA Mode * ** and MV630i MV650i MV650i 1/100 CARD MIXFADE–T 12bit 16:9 1sec PHOTO WS ON 12:00 PM1.JAN.2003 T W P S AEMF 0 + – Zoom ( 28) Recording mode ( 53) Self-timer ( 69)Headphones ( 37) Wind screen ( 70) 16:9 mod...

Page 136 - CARD CAMERA Mode

136 Additional Information E CARD CAMERA Mode * MV650i MV630i MV650i 50 1024 320 1/120 1 2 CLOSE 12:00 PM1.JAN.2003 T W 0 AEMF S.FINE Accessory attached tothe Advanced Accessory shoe* ( 72) Recording on a memory card ( 103) Still image quality ( 100) Movie size* ( 101) Still image size ( 100) Self-t...

Page 137 - List of Messages

137 Additional Information E List of Messages Message Explanation You have not set the time zone, date and time. This message appears each time you turn the power on until you set the time zone, date and time. Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. Cassette is protected. Repl...

Page 138 - Memory Card Related Messages

138 Additional Information E Message Explanation Memory card not is inserted into the camcorder. SD Memory Card is set for erasure prevention. Replace the card or change the position of the protect switch. No images are recorded on the memory card. A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot ...

Page 139 - Direct Print Related Messages

139 Additional Information E Direct Print Related Messages MV630i MV650i Message Explanation Paper cassette is not correctly inserted or is out of paper. The paper jammed during printing. The ink cartridge is not inserted or is out of ink. The printer is experiencing a data transmission error. You a...

Page 140 - Maintenance; Camcorder Handling Precautions; Camcorder Body and Lens

140 Additional Information E Maintenance 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 in places subject to magn...

Page 141 - Viewfinder; Video Heads

141 Additional Information ❍ At cold temperatures, the screen may be darker than usual. This is not a malfunction. The screen returns to normal when the camcorder warms up. Viewfinder ❍ Rotate the viewfinder upward. Remove the protect cover and clean the glass with a cotton swab. Reattach the protec...

Page 142 - Condensation; Condensation may form in the following cases:

142 Additional Information E Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperature may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected. Continued use may damage the camcorder. Condensation may form in the...

Page 143 - Using the Camcorder Abroad; Power Sources

143 Additional Information E 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 Centre for information on plug adapters for ...

Page 144 - Troubleshooting; Power Source

144 Additional Information E Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Centre if the problem persists. Power Source Recording/Playback Problem Cause Solution Battery pack is exhausted. Battery pack is not correctly atta...

Page 145 - Recording

145 Additional Information Recording Playback E Problem Cause Solution Camcorder is not set to CAMERA mode. Time zone, date and time are not set, or the backup battery is exhausted. Camcorder is turned off. Cassette is not loaded. Tape reached the end ( flashes on the screen). Cassette is protected ...

Page 146 - Memory Card Operation

146 Additional Information E Memory Card Operation MV630i MV650i Problem Cause Solution Memory card was not facing the correct direction. Memory card is full. Memory card is not formatted. Memory card is not inserted. File number reached maximum value. SD Memory Card is protected. Camcorder is not s...

Page 147 - System Diagram

147 Additional Information E System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) MV650i MV630i MultiMediaCard IFC-300PCU USB Cable PC Card Adapter USB Reader/Writer FD Adapter BP-900 Series Battery Pack* VL-10Li Battery Video Light Stereo Microphone (commercially available) WL-D80 Wireless Contr...

Page 148 - Optional Accessories; BP-500 Series Battery Packs

148 Additional Information E Optional Accessories Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories. BP-500 Series Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs, select from the following: BP-511, BP-512, BP-522 or BP-535. CG-570 Battery Charger The battery charger can b...

Page 149 - VL-10Li Battery Video Light

149 Additional Information E WD-30.5 Wide-converter This lens decreases focal length by a factor of 0.7, giving you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views. FS-30.5U Filter Set Neutral density and MC protector filters help you to control difficult lighting conditions. VL-10Li Battery ...

Page 151 - Specifications

151 Additional Information E Specifications MV650i/MV630i/MV600i/MV600 7.4 V DC 2.9 W (Using viewfinder), 3.8 W (Using LCD screen) CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) PAL colour signal 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (Consumer digital VCR SD system); Digital component recording PCM digit...

Page 152 - SDC-8M SD Memory Card; CA-570 Compact Power Adapter

152 Additional Information E Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice. SDC-8M SD Memory Card 8 MB SD Memory Card standard 0 – 40˚C 32 × 24 × 2.1 mm 2 g Capacity: Interface: Operating temperature: Dimensions: Weight: mini-B Special 4-pin c...

Page 153 - Index

153 Additional Information E Index 12bit audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9716:9 wide screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Abroad, using the camcorder . . . 143Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 148Accessory shoe . . . . . . . . . . ....