Canon MV5iMC User manual

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CANON INC.

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Telephone 0870-241-2161

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER

Instruction Manual

This instruction book explains the use of the MV5, MV5i and MV5i MC

camcorders. There are two main differences between these models. The

models with an ‘i’ include DV Recording and Analog Line-in function. The MV5i

MC has an additional Memory Card function. Please note that illustrations and

explanations in this instruction book refer mainly to the MV5i MC model.

PAL

Introduction

Mastering

the Basics

Using the Full

Range of Features

Editing

Using a Memory Card

Additional

Information

MV5i MC

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Introduction

Important Usage Instructions

CAUTION:

CUSTOMERS IN THE U.K. SHOULD READ THIS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.

CHANGING THE FUSE

THE MAINS LEAD ON THIS PRODUCT IS FITTED WITH A NON-REWIREABLE

(MOULDED) PLUG, INCORPORATING A 3 AMP FUSE. SHOULD THE FUSE NEED TO

BE REPLACED AN ASTA OR BSI APPROVED BS1362 FUSE OF THE SAME RATING

MUST BE USED.

ALWAYS REFIT THE FUSE COVER AFTER REPLACING THE FUSE. NEVER USE THE

PLUG WITH THE FUSE COVER OMITTED.

CHANGING THE PLUG

IF THE FITTED PLUG IS NOT SUITABLE FOR YOUR SOCKET OUTLETS, IT SHOULD BE

CUT OFF AND AN APPROPRIATE PLUG FITTED IN ITS PLACE. IF POSSIBLE FIT AN

APPROPRIATE 3 AMP FUSE. IF THE NEW PLUG HAS NO FUSE, THEN FIT A 5 AMP

FUSE AT THE DISTRIBUTION BOARD.

AC POWER CORD CONNECTION

The wires in the mains lead of this apparatus are coloured in accordance with the following

cord.

(IMPORTANT)

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the coloured markings

identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE

must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The

wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the

letter L or coloured red. Neither Blue wire or Brown wire is to be connected to the Earth pin

of a 3 pin plug.

THE SEVERED PLUG MUST BE DESTROYED IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID ANY POSSIBLE

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD.

Mains Lead BLUE ..................NEUTRAL

BROWN. ..............LIVE

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR

BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING

INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

CAUTION:

DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE.

For Users in the UK

When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should be used and be sure to re-fit

the fuse cover.

• Use of CV-150F/CV-250F DV cable is necessary to comply with the technical requirement of

EMC Directive.

CA-PS 700 identification plate is located on the bottom.

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Introduction

Operating Steps and Reference Guide

MV5i MC

Digital Video Camcorder MV5i MC

Instruction Manual

Mastering the Basics

Using the Full Range of Features

Editing

Using the Memory Card

Digital Video Solution Disk Instruction Manual

Installing the Software

Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer

Downloading Still Images/Movies to a Computer

Your camcorder is supplied with two manuals: the “Digital Video Camcorder

MV5i MC Instruction Manual” and the “Digital Video Solution Disk Instruction

Manual”.

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Introduction

Important Usage Instructions ....................2

Operating Steps and Reference Guide ......3

Thank you for Choosing a Canon ..............7

Introducing the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC ....8

Finding Your Way Around the

MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC..........................9

~ Preparations ~

Powering Your Camcorder ......................12

Loading a Cassette ..................................16

~ Basic Recording ~

Recording Movies onto a Tape ................18

Zooming ..................................................23

Using the LCD Screen ............................25

~ Basic Playback ~

Playing Back a Tape ................................28

Connections for Playback

on a TV Screen....................................32

Tips for Making Better Videos ................36

~ General ... ~

Searching and Reviewing

While Recording ................................38

Using the Menus ......................................39

Using the Wireless Controller ..................48

~ For Recording ... ~

Setting the Date and Time........................51

Recording Still Images onto a Tape ........54

Turning the Image Stabilizer Off ............56

Using the Various Recording Programs ..57

Using Digital Effects ................................61

Using the Multi-Image Screen ................67

Audio Recording ......................................69

Setting the Self-Timer ..............................71

~ When Making Manual Adjustments ... ~

Adjusting AE Shift ..................................73

Setting the Shutter Speed ........................74

Adjusting Focus Manually ......................76

Setting the White Balance ........................77

~ For Playback ... ~

Enlarging the Image during Playback......79

Displaying Date, Time and

Camcorder Data (Data Code)..............80

Searching the Tape

(Photo Search/Date Search) ................83

Returning to a Pre-Marked Position ........84

Editing to a VCR ......................................85

Dubbing to/from a Tape

with Digital Video Equipment ............86

Recording from a VCR,

TV or Analog Camcorder

(Analog Line-in)..................................90

Digitally Outputting Analog

Video and Audio Signals (Analog-

Digital Converter)................................92

Recording Over Existing

Scenes (AV Insert Editing)..................94

Audio Dubbing ........................................97

Setting the Audio Mix ............................103

Connecting to a PC Using a DV Cable..105

MV5i/MV5i MC

Contents

Introduction

Editing

Using the Full Range of

Features

Mastering the Basics

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Introduction

: Reference page numbers

: Functions that can be operated from the body of the camcorder

: Functions that can be operated from the wireless controller

: Supplementary notes for camcorder operation

`: Operation confirmation beeps ( 22)

• Capital letters are used to refer to settings displayed in the menus and buttons

labelled on the camcorder itself, e.g. Press the MENU button.

Memory Card Introduction ....................106

Recording Still Images

onto a Memory Card ........................112

Recording Still Images from a Tape ......114

Recording Still Images from Other Devices

(VCR, TV or

Other Digital Camcorders)................115

Recording Movies

onto a Memory Card ........................117

Recording Movies from a Tape ..............118

Recording Movies from Other Devices

(VCR, TV or

Other Digital Camcorders)................119

Recording Panoramic Images

(Stitch Assist) ....................................120

Playing Back a Memory Card................122

Settings of Still Images/Movies ............125

Preventing Accidental Erasure (Protect) 128

Marking a Still Image for Printing (Print

Mark) ................................................129

Erasing Still Images/Movies ..................131

Using the Card Photo Printer CP-10

(Optional) ..........................................133

Combining Images and Recording

Them to a Cassette (Card Mix) ........140

Copying Still Images

from Tape to Memory Card ..............143

Copying Still Images

from Memory Card to Tape ..............144

Formatting a Memory Card....................145

Utilizing Memory Card Still Images/

Movies on a PC ................................146

Other Information and Precautions ........147

Preparing the Camcorder........................150

Notes on Using the Batteries..................151

Maintenance ..........................................154

Troubleshooting......................................158

The MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC System

Diagram ............................................162

Optional Accessories ..............................163

Screen Displays ......................................165

Specifications ........................................173

Index ......................................................175

Menu at a Glance ..................................178

Using a Memory Card

MV5i/MV5i MC

Additional Information

Symbols used in this instruction manual

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Introduction

Switch Positions by Operating Modes

Operating Mode POWER switch TAPE/CARD switch

CAMERA CAMERA TAPE

PLAY (VCR) PLAY (VCR) TAPE

CARD CAMERA CAMERA CARD

CARD PLAY (VCR) PLAY (VCR) CARD

MV5i MC

* Available functions vary depending on the operating mode. It is indicated as

follows:

: Function can be used in this mode.

: Function cannot be used in this mode.

CAMERA

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Introduction

Thank you for Choosing a Canon

Your camcorder is supplied with the

following accessories:

WL-D74

WL-D77

Wireless

Controller

Two AA batteries

Lens cap and lens cap

cord

STV-250N Stereo

Video Cable

PC-A10 SCART

Adapter (Europe, Asia)

Lithium button battery

CR1616

CA-PS700 Compact

Power Adapter

(including AC power cable)

NB-2L

Battery Pack

First, we’d like to thank you for

purchasing this Canon camcorder. Its

advanced technology makes it very

easy to use — you will soon be making

high-quality videos which will give you

pleasure for years to come.

To get the most out of your new

camcorder, we recommend that you

read this manual thoroughly — there

are many sophisticated features which

will add to your recording enjoyment.

Getting started

To get started we suggest that you

master the basic operations of the

camcorder first, before moving on to

use its full range of features.

• When connecting the camcorder to

your personal computer, use the

optional CV-150F or CV-250F DV

cable.

When connecting the

camcorder to your PC equipped with

a USB terminal, use the supplied

IFC-300PCU USB cable.

* Required when you wish to use your

PC to work on still images/movies

recorded on a memory card with the

camcorder.

MV5i MC

Soft Case

for SD Memory Card

MV5i MC

SDC-8M SD

Memory Card (with pre-

recorded sample images)

MV5i MC

IFC-

300PCU USB Cable*

MV5i MC

Software

CD-ROM

Digital Video Solution Disk*

ArcSoft Camera Suite CD

MV5i MC

S-150 S-video Cable CB-2LTE Battery

Charger

MV5

MV5i

MV5i MC

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Introduction

Introducing the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC

You can record still images

like photographs only by

pressing the photo button.

Still Images

10×Optical Zoom (200×Digital Zoom)

Memory Card

MV5i MC

You can record still images and movies onto

a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard.

Still images from the memory can be

combined with other recordings. The

memory card also enables easy transfer of

still images/movies to a PC. Use the

supplied software to edit or attach still

images/movies to your e-mail.

Allows you to record bright colorful

images even in dark places. The

camcorder automatically adjusts to the

optimum shutter speed based on the

brightness of the subject.

Night Mode

This zoom range will more than take care

of all your picture-taking needs, from

wide-angle shots to close-ups at full

telephoto ( 7×optical zoom and

30×digital zoom when using a memory

card).

MV5i MC

Corrects camcorder shake

so even hand-held shots at

full telephoto are smooth

and steady.

Image Stabilizer

High-definition, XGA-size still images

through processing with a 680,000 pixels

CCD.

XGA-Size Still Images

MV5i MC

You can merge separate images into one

large panoramic scene using the supplied

software (PhotoStitch) on a PC.

Panoramic Images

MV5i MC

Allows high-speed transfer of memory

card data to a PC with a built-in USB

port. You can organize and edit still

images/movies on your PC using the

supplied software.

USB Terminal

MV5i MC

The DV terminal allows

high-quality transfer with

virtually no deterioration

in quality of images. You

can edit and process

images by connecting the

camcorder to a PC with the

IEEE 1394 terminal.

IEEE 1394 DV Terminal

An analog video signal from a television,

VCR, or another camcorder can be sent

into the camcorder to record images

digitally onto a Mini DV cassette.

nalog Line-in

Recording

MV5i/MV5i MC

Show your creativity by

using the special effects

and digital faders. These

digital effects and faders

can add visual appeal and

greater imaging variety. 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.

Digital Effects

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Mastering

the Basics

Finding Your Way Around the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC

Speaker (p. 31)

LCD screen (p. 25)

BATT. (battery)

RELEASE

button (p. 15)

Memory card

compartment cover

(p. 107)

Battery attachment

unit (p. 15)

LCD panel

OPEN button

(p. 25)

D.EFFECTS SELECT

button (p. 65)

D.EFFECTS ON/OFF

button (p. 65)

Card access indicator

(p. 107)

MV5i MC

(stop) button (p. 28)/

INDEX SCREEN button (p. 124)

MV5i MC

(play/pause) button (p. 28)/

Card Mix button (p. 140)

MV5i MC

REC SEARCH +button (p. 38)/

(fast forward) button (p. 28)/

CARD +button (p. 122)

MV5i MC

REC (record) SEARCH –button(p. 38)/

Record review button (p. 38)/

(rewind) button (p. 28)/

CARD –button (p. 122)

MV5i MC

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Mastering

the Basics

AE SHIFT button (p. 73)/

SLIDE SHOW button

(p. 124)

FOCUS button (p. 76)/

DATA CODE button (p. 80)

Easy Recording

Program AE

SET button (p. 40)

CAMERA

•

OFF

•

PLAY(VCR)

•

}

TAPE/CARD switch

(p. 18)

Zoom controller (p. 23)

PHOTO button (p. 54, 112)

POWER indicator

(p. 18)

Grip belt (p. 150)

Cassette compartment (p. 16)

Cassette compartment cover (p. 16)

Viewfinder focusing lever (p. 150)

Viewfinder (p. 150)

POWER switch (p. 18)

Start/Stop button (p. 19)

OPEN/EJECT switch

(p. 16)

Selector dial

(p. 31, 40)

MENU button

(p. 40)

Program selector (p. 57)

Backup battery cover (p. 153)

MV5i MC

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