Canon MVX460- User Manual

Page 2 - Important Usage Instructions

2 Intro duction Important Usage Instructions WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MO...

Page 3 - Using this Manual; Symbols and References Used in this Manual

3 In tr oducti on E Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon MVX 460/MVX 450/MVX 430. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting table ( 110). Symbols and...

Page 4 - Selecting the Operating Modes; Trademark Acknowledgements; EXP

4 The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode. You can display the joystick guide to remind you of the joystick’s functions in each operating mode. Selecting the Operating Modes The camcorder’s operating mode is determined by the positions of the power and TAPE/CARD...

Page 5 - Table of contents; Introduction; Recording; Advanced Functions; Recording Programs

5 In tr oducti on E Table of contents Introduction Using this Manual ............................................................................................3Checking the Supplied Accessories ................................................................7Components Guide..........................

Page 6 - Editing

6 Playback Magnifying the Image ....................................................................................70Displaying the Data Code ..............................................................................71End Search .....................................................................

Page 7 - Checking the Supplied Accessories

7 In tr oducti on E Checking the Supplied Accessories * Europe only. CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-208DG Battery Pack Lithium Button Battery CR1616 WL-D85 Wireless Controller Lithium Button Battery CR2025 for the Wireless Controller STV-250N Stereo Video Cable PC-A10 SCART Adapt...

Page 8 - Components Guide; Left side view

8 Components Guide MVX 460/MVX 450/MVX 430 Lens Cover Switch ( 27, 30) ( - open, - closed) Grip belt ( 19) CARD access indicator ( 30) / CHARGE indicator ( 14) Battery attachment unit ( 14) Serial number Memory card slot ( 18)/ Backup battery compartment ( 22) BATTERY RELEASE button ( 14) DV termina...

Page 9 - Front view

9 In tr oducti on E Twin LED light (assist lamp) ( 50) FUNC. button ( 53) Remote sensor ( 21) Mode switch ( 43) Stereo microphone switch ( 4) Viewfinder ( 19) Start/stop button ( 27, 30) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 19) Lock button D.EFFECTS button ( 58) / P.SET button ( 98) TAPE/CARD switch ( 4) WID...

Page 10 - Top view

10 (print/share) button ( 98, 107) OPEN/EJECT switch ( 17) Zoom lever ( 33) Cassette compartment cover ( 17) PHOTO button ( 30) AV terminal ( 41, 87, 92, 94) Speaker ( 40) MIC (microphone) terminal ( 52) LIGHT button ( 50) Strap mount ( 19) Cassette compartment ( 17) Tripod socket ( 36) Top view Bot...

Page 11 - Wireless Controller WL-D85

11 In tr oducti on E Wireless Controller WL-D85 START/STOP button ( 27, 30) PHOTO button ( 30) CARD –/+ buttons ( 39) Zoom buttons ( 33) DATE SEARCH / buttons ( 74) PLAY button ( 37) REW button ( 37) FF button ( 38) –/ button ( 38) STOP button ( 37) PAUSE button ( 38) +/ button ( 38) SLOW button ( 3...

Page 12 - Screen Displays; Screen Displays during Recording

12 Screen Displays Screen Displays during Recording When recording movies on a tape ( ) Operating mode ( 4), Zoom ( 33), Exposure ( 47) Recording program ( 43) White balance ( 55) Image effect ( 57) Self-timer ( 51) Drive mode ( 79) Digital effects ( 58) Movie size ( 75) Still image quality/size ( 7...

Page 13 - Screen Displays during Playback; When playing a tape (

13 In tr oducti on E Screen Displays during Playback When playing a tape ( ) 12 bit audio ( 95) End search ( 72), Date search ( 74), Audio dubbing ( 94) Digital effects ( 58) Movie size ( 96) Still image quality/size ( 77) Recording mode ( 65) Tape operation Time code ( 28) Remaining tape ( 28) Joys...

Page 14 - Step 1: Preparing the Power Supply; Attaching the Battery Pack; Charging the Battery Pack

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

Page 15 - Using a Household Power Source; switch to

15 P re p aratio n 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 switch to . 2. Connect the power cord to the power adapte...

Page 17 - Step 2: Loading a Cassette; switch; mark on the

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

Page 18 - Step 3: Inserting a Memory Card; Inserting the Card; Removing the Card

18 Step 3: Inserting a Memory Card You can use commercially available SD memory cards or MultiMediaCards (MMC) with this camcorder. Inserting the Card 1. Set the switch to . 2. Open the cover. 3. Insert the memory card straight into the memory card slot and push it in until it clicks. 4. Close the c...

Page 19 - Step 4: Preparing the Camcorder; Adjusting the Viewfinder (Dioptric Adjustment); Turn on the camcorder and keep; Fastening the Grip Belt

19 P re p aratio n E Step 4: Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the Viewfinder (Dioptric Adjustment) 1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed. 2. Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever. Fastening the Grip Belt Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finge...

Page 20 - Mounting the Wide Attachment

20 Mounting the Wide Attachment The WA-27 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views (0.75x). The wide attachment is for use at maximum wide-angle. Screw the wide attachment fully into the lens filter thread. Do not look directly at the sun or other strong lig...

Page 21 - Step 5: Using the Wireless Controller; Inserting the Battery (Lithium Button Battery CR2025); Press the tab in the direction of; Using the Wireless Controller

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

Page 22 - Step 6: Installing the Backup Battery; battery compartment cover.

22 Step 6: Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery (lithium button battery CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain the date, time ( 25 ) and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to retain th...

Page 23 - Step 7: Adjusting the LCD Screen; Rotating the LCD Panel; Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.; LCD Backlight; Press the LCD BACKLIGHT button.

23 P re p aratio n E Step 7: Adjusting the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel downward by 90 degrees.• You can rotate the panel by 180 degrees toward the lens (allowing the subject to monitor the LCD screen while you use the viewfinder). • Whe...

Page 24 - switch to CAMERA or PLAY.

24 Step 8: Changing the Display Language The language used in the camcorder displays and menu items can be changed. A different set of languages will be available with your camcorder, depending on the area where you acquired it. 1. Turn the switch to CAMERA or PLAY. 2. Press the FUNC. button to open...

Page 25 - and Time; Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time; Setting the Date and Time; ) the day as required

25 P re p aratio n E Step 9: Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time 1. Turn the switch to CAMERA or PLAY. 2. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu. 3. With the joystick select ( ) the icon and press ( ). 4. Select ( ) the [DATE/TIME SETUP] menu and pr...

Page 26 - Time Zones

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

Page 27 - Recording Movies on a Tape

27 B a s ic Fu ncti o n s Rec o rd in g E Ba sic Func tions Re cording Recording Movies on a Tape 1. Holding the lock button on the switch pressed down, set the switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the TAPE/CARD switch to . 3. Open the lens cover (move the lens cover switch down to ). 4. Press the start/stop bu...

Page 29 - Reviewing and Searching when Recording

29 B a s ic Fu ncti o n s Rec o rd in g E Reviewing and Searching when Recording You can review the last few seconds of your recording (record review). You can also play back the tape to locate the point where you wish to begin recording (record search). Available only in the mode. Record Review In ...

Page 30 - Recording on a Memor y Card; Recording Still Images on a Memory Card

30 Recording on a Memor y Card Recording Still Images on a Memory Card 1. Holding the lock button on the switch pressed down, set the switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the TAPE/CARD switch to . 3. Open the lens cover (move the lens cover switch down to ). 4. Change the size and quality of the still images, a...

Page 33 - Zooming; Optical Zoom; Move the zoom lever toward

33 B a s ic Fu ncti o n s Rec o rd in g E Zooming The zoom is available in the and modes. When recording on the tape, in addition to the optical zoom you can also use the digital zoom ( 64). Optical Zoom Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide- angle). Move it toward T to zoom in (telephoto)....

Page 34 - Selecting the Zoom Speed; icon and press

34 Selecting the Zoom Speed When operating the zoom with the camcorder, you can set the zoom speed to variable or to one of 3 levels of fixed zoom speeds. When set to [VARIABLE], the zoom speed depends on how you activate the zoom lever – press softly for a slower zoom or press more strongly for a f...

Page 35 - Press the WIDE SCR button.

35 B a s ic Fu ncti o n s Rec o rd in g E Widescreen TV Recording (16:9) The camcorder uses the full width of the CCD providing high-resolution 16:9 recording. Available only in the mode. Press the WIDE SCR button. • Pressing the WIDE SCR button will toggle between the widescreen (16:9) and 4:3 aspe...

Page 36 - Tips for Better Recording; Holding the Camcorder

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

Page 37 - Playing Back a Tape; Holding the lock button on the

37 B a s ic Fu ncti o n s Pla y b a c k E Play back Playing Back a Tape 1. Holding the lock button on the switch pressed down, set the switch to PLAY. 2. Set the TAPE/CARD switch to . 3. If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. 4. Push the joystick ( ) towards to rew...

Page 38 - Special Playback Modes; SLOW

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

Page 39 - Playing Back a Memor y Card

39 B a s ic Fu ncti o n s Pla y b a c k E Playing Back a Memor y Card 1. Holding the lock button on the switch pressed down, set the switch to PLAY. 2. Set the TAPE/CARD switch to . 3. If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. 4. Push the joystick ( ) to move between ...

Page 40 - Adjusting the Volume; ) the speaker volume

40 Adjusting the Volume When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound using the built-in speaker. The sound will be muted when the LCD panel is closed. Available in the and modes. 1. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu. 2. With the joystick select ( ) the spe...

Page 41 - Playing Back on a TV Screen; Selecting the Type of TV; TVs with SCART Terminal; Turn off all devices before starting the connections.

41 B a s ic Fu ncti o n s Pla y b a c k E Playing Back on a TV Screen Selecting the Type of TV During playback, set the [TV TYPE] option according to the TV set to which you connect the camcorder. Available only in the mode. 1. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu. 2. With the joystick sele...

Page 42 - terminals on the SCART Adapter.; TVs without SCART terminal

42 3. Connect the stereo video cable to the camcorder’s AV terminal and the terminals on the SCART Adapter. Connect the white plug to the white AUDIO terminal L (left), the red plug to the red AUDIO terminal R (right) and the yellow plug to the yellow VIDEO terminal. 4. If connecting to a TV, set th...

Page 43 - Using the Recording Programs; Recording programs

43 A d v a n c e d F unc tions Record in g Pro g ra m s E Ad vanc ed Fun ctio nsRe cording Pro gra ms Using the Recording Programs Easy mode The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. Program AE ( 46) In Program AE mode, you can poin...

Page 44 - Selecting the Recording Program; Set the mode switch to the desired position.

44 Selecting the Recording Program Available only in the and modes. Set the mode switch to the desired position. : Easy (full automatic) recording mode. : Program AE, Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, or Fireworks can be selected ( 43). To select a recording program after sett...

Page 46 - Using the Program AE Mode; Set the mode switch to

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

Page 47 - Adjusting the Exposure Manually; Exposure Lock; Set the mode switch to; Exposure Adjustment; ) the brightness of the image as necessary.

47 A d v a n c e d F unc tions Record in g E Re cording Adjusting the Exposure Manually Adjust the exposure when a backlit subject becomes underexposed, or overexposed due to bright light. Exposure cannot be adjusted in the Fireworks recording program. Available only in the and modes. Exposure Lock ...

Page 48 - Adjusting the Focus Manually; BACK

48 Adjusting the Focus Manually Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. Available only in the and modes. 1. Set the mode switch to . 2. Adjust the zoom. 3. If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. 4. Push the joystick ( ) ...

Page 49 - Infinity Focus

49 A d v a n c e d F unc tions Record in g E Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. Available only in the and modes. 1. If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it. 2. Keep the joystick pushed ( ) towar...

Page 50 - Using the LED Light; Press the LIGHT button.

50 Using the LED Light You can turn on the LED light (assist lamp) at any time regardless of the recording program. Available only in the and modes. 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 pe...

Page 52 - Using an External Microphone

52 Using an External Microphone You can connect an external microphone to the MIC terminal. Use commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply. You can connect almost any stereo microphone equipped with a ∅ 3.5 mm plug but the audio level will be different than with the b...

Page 53 - Changing the Settings with the FUNC.; ) the icon of the function; Press the FUNC. button to save the setting and close

53 A d v a n c e d F unc tions C h a n g in g th e S e tti ngs (1) E Ch anging the Settin gs (1 ) Changing the Settings with the FUNC. Button The camcorder’s functions and settings are controlled from a series of menus that appear when you press the FUNC. button. Most basic functions appear on the f...

Page 55 - Setting the White Balance

55 A d v a n c e d F unc tions C h a n g in g th e S e tti ngs (1) 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. Available only in the and modes. 1. Set the mode switch to . 2. Press the FUNC...

Page 57 - Selecting an Image Effect

57 A d v a n c e d F unc tions C h a n g in g th e S e tti ngs (1) E Selecting an Image Effect You can record with different saturation and contrast color effects. Available only in the and modes. . 1. Set the mode switch to . 2. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu. 3. With the joystick se...

Page 58 - Using Digital Effects

58 Using Digital Effects The Digital Effects functions include faders, effects and Card Mix. Faders ( 60) Begin or end scenes with a fade to or from black. Fade Trigger (FADE-T) Wipe (WIPE) Corner Wipe (CORNER) Jump (JUMP) Flip (FLIP) Puzzle (PUZZLE) Zigzag (ZIGZAG) Beam (BEAM) Tide (TIDE)

Page 60 - Selecting a Fader

60 Selecting a Fader Available only in the and modes. When recording, set the mode switch to . 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( ) the digital effects icon. 2. Select ( ) the [FADER] option and press ( ). 3. Select ( ) a fader, press ( ) and close the menu. • While selecting the fader, it will be ...

Page 61 - Selecting an Effect

61 A d v a n c e d F unc tions C h a n g in g th e S e tti ngs (1) E Selecting an Effect Available in the , , and modes. When recording, set the mode switch to . 1. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( ) the digital effects icon. 2. Select ( ) the [EFFECT] option and press ( ). In mode only the [BLK &am...

Page 62 - Selecting the Card Mix Effect; Upload a sample image from the supplied disk to the memory card.; Set the mode switch to

62 Selecting the Card Mix Effect Available only in the mode. 1. Upload a sample image from the supplied disk to the memory card. Refer to Adding Still Images from Your Computer to the Memory Card in the Digital Video Software instruction manual (available on PDF file). 2. Set the mode switch to . 3....

Page 63 - Changing the Settings with the Setup; Selecting Menus and Settings

63 A d v a n c e d F unc tions C h a n g in g th e S e tti ngs (2) E Ch anging the Settin gs (2 ) Changing the Settings with the Setup Menus Although most basic functions appear on the first menu screen – the FUNC. menu ( 53), for more advanced settings you have to open the setup menus by selecting ...

Page 64 - CAMERA SETUP

64 List of Menu Items (Setup Menus) Available menu items vary depending on the operation mode. Default settings are in boldface text. Menu items marked with a bold frame can be changed also when the mode switch is set to . For details on each function, see the reference page. Functions without refer...

Page 65 - CARD OPERATIONS; VCR SETUP

65 A d v a n c e d F unc tions C h a n g in g th e S e tti ngs (2) E FOCUS PRI. : The camcorder records the still image once focus is adjusted. Set it to [OFF] when you wish to record a still image as soon as you press the PHOTO button. When set to [OFF], no focusing frame appears. The setting...

Page 66 - AUDIO SETUP

66 If you play back a tape that has been recorded in LP mode with another digital device on this camcorder, or vice versa, picture and sound may become distorted. AUDIO SETUP 2 only OUTPUT CH : Switches the output channels when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels. [L/R]: Ster...

Page 67 - SYSTEM SETUP

67 A d v a n c e d F unc tions C h a n g in g th e S e tti ngs (2) E Changing the brightness of the LCD screen does not affect that of the viewfinder or the recordings. TV SCREEN : Shows the camcorder displays on a connected TV screen. You can also use the TV SCREEN button on the wireless contro...

Page 69 - Using the Wind Screen

69 A d v a n c e d F unc tions C h a n g in g th e S e tti ngs (2) E Using the Wind Screen The camcorder reduces the wind noise automatically (only when recording audio with the built-in microphone). However, you can turn off the wind screen when recording indoors, or when you want the microphone to...

Page 70 - Magnifying the Image; Move the zoom lever toward; To cancel the magnification, move the zoom lever toward

70 Play back Magnifying the Image When playing back movies from the tape or viewing still images from the memory card, the image can be magnified up to 5 times. Available in the and modes. 1. Move the zoom lever toward T . • The image is magnified by 2 times.• A frame appears indicating the position...

Page 71 - Displaying the Data Code

71 A d v a n c e d F unc tions P layback E Displaying the Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code containing the recording date and time. When you play back a tape, you can display the data code and select the data code combination you wish to display. Available in the and modes. 1. Open the F...

Page 72 - End Search; ) the end search icon

72 End Search When you have played back a tape, you can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene. Available only in the mode. In stop mode: 1. Open the FUNC. menu, select ( ) the end search icon and press ( ). 2. Select ( ) [EXECUTE] and press ( ) to start the search. • “END SE...

Page 73 - Returning to a Pre-marked Position; During recording or playback, press the ZERO SET MEMORY button; after you finish turn the

73 A d v a n c e d F unc tions P layback 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. Available only in the and modes. 1. During recording or...

Page 74 - Date Search; Press the

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

Page 75 - Selecting the Image Quality/Size

75 A d v a n c e d F unc tions Dig it a l Ca m e ra F u n c tion s E Digita l Camera Func tion s Selecting the Image Quality/Size Still images are compressed and recorded in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group). Movies are recorded in Motion JPEG. You can select the image quality of still images,...

Page 77 - Simultaneous Recording on the Tape

77 A d v a n c e d F unc tions Dig it a l Ca m e ra F u n c tion s E Simultaneous Recording on the Tape and Memory Card When you are recording a movie on a tape, you can record the same picture as a still image on the memory card. The size of the still image will be S 640 x 480. The image quality ca...

Page 78 - Changing the Focusing Method

78 Changing the Focusing Method You can change the AF (autofocus) frame selection method. Available only in the mode. 1. Set the mode switch to . • The focusing method cannot be changed in the Fireworks recording program. • When the program selector is set to , the focusing point will automatically ...

Page 79 - Selecting the Drive Mode; Changing the Drive Mode; Continuous Shooting/High-Speed Continuous Shooting; Press and hold the PHOTO button fully.

79 A d v a n c e d F unc tions Dig it a l Ca m e ra F u n c tion s E Selecting the Drive Mode Changing the Drive Mode Available only in the mode. 1. Set the mode switch to . 2. Open the FUNC. menu and select ( ) the drive mode icon. 3. Select ( ) a setting option and close the menu. Continuous Shoot...

Page 80 - Auto Exposure Bracketing

80 Auto Exposure Bracketing 1. Press the PHOTO button halfway. 2. Press the PHOTO button fully. Three still images in different exposures are recorded to the memory card. Make sure that there is sufficient space on the memory card.

Page 81 - Playing Back/Searching Images; Slide Show; Move the zoom lever toward; Card Jump Function; through the image numbers.

81 A d v a n c e d F unc tions Dig it a l Ca m e ra F u n c tion s E Playing Back/Searching Images You can display images one after another (slide show) or 6 at one time (index screen). With the Card Jump function, you can quickly locate an image without displaying them one by one. Available only in...

Page 82 - Erasing Images; Erasing a Single Image; ) to erase the image and close the; Erasing All Images

82 Erasing Images You can erase images one at a time or all at once. Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. Protected images cannot be erased. Movies can only be erased when the first scene is displayed as a still image. Erasing a Single Image Available only in the an...

Page 83 - Protecting Images; Protecting during Single Image Playback

83 A d v a n c e d F unc tions Dig it a l Ca m e ra F u n c tion s E 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 permanentl...

Page 84 - Initializing a Memor y Card

84 Initializing a Memor y Card Initialize new memory cards, or when you get the message “CARD ERROR”. You can also initialize a memory card to erase all data recorded on it. Initializing a memory card erases all data, including protected images. Images erased with the initialization of the memor...

Page 85 - Recording to a VCR or Digital Video; Connecting the Devices; Connecting a VCR; Connected device: Begin recording when the scene you wish to copy

85 E d it in g E Ed iting 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 (DVD recorder, another digital camcorder, etc.). If you connect a digital video device, you can copy recordings with virtually no generatio...

Page 87 - Connecting

87 E d it in g E Analog Line-in Recording You can input video from other analog devices (VCR, TV or camcorder) via the AV terminal, and record the input video on the tape in the camcorder. You can also record the input video as a movie or still image on a memory card. Connecting Refer also to the in...

Page 88 - Recording the Input Video on a Memory Card; ) the still image quality symbol

88 Recording the Input Video on a Memory Card The size of the still image recorded on the memory card will be S 640 x 480. The still image quality and the movie size can be selected. Available only in the mode. 1. Check that a memory card is inserted. If a cassette is loaded, make sure that the tape...

Page 89 - DV Dubbing

89 E d it in g E DV Dubbing You can input video from other digital video devices via the DV terminal, and record the input video on the tape in the camcorder. You can also record the input video as a movie or still image on a memory card. Connecting Check the type and orientation of the DV terminal ...

Page 91 - Concerning Copyright; Copyright Precaution

91 E d it in g E 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 tr...

Page 93 - Turning On the Analog-Digital Converter

93 E d it in g E Turning On the Analog-Digital Converter Available only in the mode. 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. Set it to [ON] and press ( ) to save the changes, th...

Page 94 - Audio Dubbing; Connecting an Audio Device; Dubbing; Locate the scene you wish to start audio dubbing.

94 Audio Dubbing You can add sound on a tape with the built-in or with an external microphone. : You can also add sound from external audio devices. This function is operated with the wireless controller. Connecting an Audio Device Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. Dubbin...

Page 95 - Playing Back the Added Sound

95 E d it in g E Audio dubbing will stop if the tape has a blank section or a section recorded in LP mode or 16-bit mode. You cannot use the DV terminal for audio dubbing. The sound quality of the audio dubbed will deteriorate when you audio dub a tape that was recorded with a different camcor...

Page 96 - Recording a Movie from the Tape; ) the movie size symbol followed; Recording a Still Image from the Tape

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

Page 97 - Printing Still Images; Connecting the Printer to the Camcorder; Set the camcorder to

97 Prin tin g E Printing Printing Still Images Connecting the Printer to the Camcorder 1. Turn off the camcorder and insert a memory card that contains still images. 2. Turn on the printer. 3. Set the camcorder to mode. 4. Connect the camcorder to the printer using the USB cable. • “ ” appears and c...

Page 98 - Printing with the; Printing after Selecting the Print Settings

98 Printing with the (Print/Share) Button You can print an image without changing the settings by simply pressing the (print/ share) button. Available only in the mode. 1. Select ( ) the still image you wish to print. 2. Press the (print/share) button. • Printing starts. The button flashes and then ...

Page 100 - Selecting the Print Settings; Selecting the Number of Copies

100 Selecting the Print Settings Selecting the Number of Copies A maximum of 99 copies can be selected for one still image. 1. In the print setting menu, select ( ) (COPIES) and press ( ). 2. Select ( ) the number of copies and press ( ). Setting the Print Style The settings in the table are given a...

Page 101 - Paper Settings; Including the Date in the Print

101 Prin tin g E Paper Settings 1. In the print setting menu, select ( ) [PAPER] and press ( ). 2. Select ( ) the paper size and press ( ). Select the paper size of the paper set in your printer. 3. Select ( ) the paper type and press ( ). Select the paper type of the paper set in your printer. 4. S...

Page 102 - Printing with Print Order Settings; Selecting Still Images for Printing (Print Order); Selecting in Index Screen Display; ) the image you want to print and press (

102 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). A maximum of 998 still images c...

Page 103 - Erasing All Print Orders; Connect the printer to the camcorder (

103 Prin tin g E Erasing All Print Orders 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. Select ( ) [YES] and press ( ) to erase all the print orders, then close th...

Page 104 - Transferring Video Recordings to a; Set the camcorder to

104 Co nnec ting to a PC Transferring Video Recordings to a Computer You can transfer recordings to a computer using the IEEE1394 (DV) terminal. You can also use this camcorder to transfer through it recordings from an analog VCR or 8 mm camcorder to your computer using the USB terminal (see Convert...

Page 106 - Preparations; Install the supplied Digital Video Software.

106 Transferring Memor y Card Images to a Computer With the supplied USB cable and Digital Video Software, you can transfer images recorded on the memory card to the computer by simply pressing the (print/share) button. Preparations The first time you connect the camcorder to the computer, you need ...

Page 107 - Transferring Images

107 C o nnecting to a P C E Transferring Images To transfer images with transfer orders, you need to set the transfer orders beforehand ( 109). Available only in the mode. 1. Select ( ) the transfer method. 2. Press the button. • [ ALL IMAGES], [ NEW IMAGES], [ TRANSFER ORDERS]: The images are trans...

Page 109 - Selecting Images for Transfer (Transfer Order); ) the image you want to transfer and press (; Erasing All Transfer Orders; ) to erase all the transfer orders, then; TRANSFER ORDER

109 C o nnecting to a P C E Selecting Images for Transfer (Transfer Order) You can select images for transfer to the computer (max. 998). These transfer settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the t...

Page 110 - Power Source

110 Tro uble? 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 Solution Camcorder will not turn on. Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the batte...

Page 113 - Condensation; Condensation may form in the following cases:

113 T roubl e ? E Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected. Continued use may damage the camcorder. Condensation may form in the following...

Page 114 - List of Messages; Memory Card Related Messages

114 List of Messages Memory Card Related 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. 25 CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK Battery pack is exhausted....

Page 115 - Direct Print Related Messages

115 T roubl e ? E Direct Print Related Messages The following messages may appear on the camcorder screen. On printers equipped with an operation panel or printers that can be connected to a TV, an error number or message appears on the panel or TV monitor. Refer to the printer’s instruction manual ...

Page 117 - Handling Precautions; Camcorder; Battery Pack

117 Do’s & Don ’ts E Do ’s & Don’ts Handling Precautions Camcorder Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel. Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures, such as a sun-heated car, and high humidity. Do not use the camcorder near strong electric or magnetic fiel...

Page 118 - About the battery terminal cover; Cassette; Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure

118 Although the battery pack’s operating temperature range is from 0 ° C to 40 ° C, the optimal range is from 10 ° C to 30 ° C. At cold temperatures, performance will temporarily decline. Warm it in your pocket before use. Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes...

Page 119 - Memory Card; Lithium Button Battery

119 Do’s & Don ’ts E Memory Card Initialize new memory cards with the camcorder. Memory cards initialized with other devices such as a computer may not operate correctly. We recommend saving backups of memory card images on your computer’s hard drive or other external memory device. Image da...

Page 120 - Cleaning the Video Heads

120 Cleaning the Video Heads When the message “HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears, or 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 H...

Page 121 - Storage; Camcorder Body and Lens; Using the Camcorder Abroad; Power Sources

121 Do’s & Don ’ts E Maintenance/Others Storage If you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time, store it in a place free of dust, in low humidity, and at temperatures not higher than 30 ° C. After storage, check the functions of your camcorder to make sure that the camcorder is st...

Page 122 - System Diagram

122 Ad ditiona l Information System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) BP-208DG/BP-208 Battery Pack CG-300EBattery Charger STV-250N Stereo Video Cable CA-570 Compact Power Adapter Commercially available DV Cable SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case WS-20 Wrist Strap Shoulder Strap TL-H27 Tele-co...

Page 123 - Optional Accessories; Battery Packs

123 Add ition a l Inform a tio n E Optional Accessories Battery Packs The BP-208DG is not available as a separate optional accessory. When you need extra battery packs, select only the BP-208 battery pack. CG-300E Battery Charger Use the battery charger for charging the battery packs.Charging Time: ...

Page 125 - Specifications

125 Add ition a l Inform a tio n E Specifications MVX 460/MVX 450/MVX 430 System Video Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system), digital component recording Audio Recording System PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch); 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch) Televi...

Page 127 - Index

127 Add ition a l Inform a tio n E Index 12bit audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9516:9 (Widescreen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 A Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . 121Analog line-in recording* . . . . . . . . . . . 87Analog/digital (A/D) converter* . . . . . . . 92Aud...

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