PUB.DIE-221 English Digital Video Camcorder Instruction Manual English Introduction Basic Functions Advanced Functions Editing Mini Using a Memory Card Digital Video Cassette Direct Printing Please read also the following instruction manual. PUB.
Important Usage Instructions Introduction 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.
Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon MVX350i/MVX330i/MVX300. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Change the display language before you begin ( E 76). Symbols and References Used in This Manual Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you have replaced the backup battery. Introduction : Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
Table of contents Introduction Using this Manual ............................................................................................3 Checking Supplied Accessories ......................................................................6 Components Guide..........................................................................................7 Basic Functions Preparations Preparing the Power Supply..........................................................................
Editing Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device .................................................79 Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder)...............................................................81 Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) .....82 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) ..........................................................................84 Audio Dubbing ..............................................................
Checking Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) NB-2LH Battery Pack Lithium Button Battery CR1616 WL-D85 Wireless Controller Lithium Button Battery CR2025 for Wireless Controller Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord SS-900 Shoulder Strap STV-250N Stereo Video Cable PC-A10 SCART Adapter* IFC-300PCU USB Cable SDC-8M SD Memory Card DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK For Windows For Macintosh WA-34 Wide Attachment *Europe only.
Components Guide MVX350i/MVX330i/MVX300 E Introduction REC SEARCH + button ( 27) / (fast forward) button ( 32) / CARD + button ( 109) REC SEARCH – button ( 27) / (record review) button ( 27) / (rewind) button ( 31) / CARD – button ( 109) D.
Dioptric adjustment lever ( 16) Viewfinder ( 16) Strap mount ( 17) DC IN terminal ( 11) Start/stop button ( 23, 101) UNLOCK button ( 136) Power switch ( 3, 136) (print/share) button ( 120, 132) Accessory shoe ( 61) Zoom lever ( 28) PHOTO button ( 94) TAPE/CARD switch ( 3) Using a tape Using a memory card 8 Program selector ( 45) Easy recording Program AE Speaker ( 33) Strap mount ( 17) 16) Grip belt ( Cassette compartment ( 14) switch ( 14) OPEN/EJECT Cassette compartment cover ( 14)
E Introduction Bottom View Terminal cover MIC terminal* ( 61) AV terminal ( 34) / (phones) terminal ( 33, 60) DV terminal ( 79, 89) USB terminal ( 119, 131) Flash* ( 98) Stereo microphone Mini video light (assist lamp) ( 48) Assist lamp ( 48) Remote sensor ( 18) Tripod socket ( 30) * MVX350i/MVX330i only.
Wireless Controller WL-D85 START/ STOP PHOTO ZOOM CARD DATE SEARCH REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE SLOW ZERO SET AUDIO DUB. MEMORY TV SCREEN WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D85 Transmitter START/STOP button ( 23, 101) CARD –/+ buttons ( 109) DATE SEARCH / buttons ( REW button ( 31) –/ button ( 32) PAUSE button ( 32) SLOW button ( 32) AUDIO DUB.
Preparing the Power Supply Basic Functions Preparations E Attaching the Battery Pack 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. 2. Move the viewfinder upward. 3. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. • Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack. • Press lightly and slide it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 1. Connect the power cord to the adapter. 2. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 3. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
Using a Household Power Source Connect to a household power source to use the camcorder without worrying about the battery power. You can keep the battery pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed. 1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. 2. Connect the power cord to the power adapter. 3. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 4. Connect the power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal. Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter.
Charging, Recording and Playback Times Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or playback conditions. Charging Time Max. Recording Time Viewfinder LCD Normal Bright Typical Recording Time* Viewfinder LCD Normal Bright Playback Time NB-2LH 135 min. NB-2L 120 min. BP-2L12 210 min. BP-2L14 240 min. 120 min. 95 min. 85 min. 100 min. 75 min. 70 min. 205 min. 165 min. 140 min. 250 min. 205 min. 180 min. 70 min. 55 min. 50 min. 110 min. 55 min. 45 min. 40 min. 90 min.
Loading/Unloading a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the 1. Slide the OPEN/EJECT switch and open the cassette compartment cover. logo. Tape protection tab The cassette compartment opens automatically. 2. Load/unload the cassette. • Load the cassette with the window facing the grip belt. • Unload the cassette by pulling it straight out. 3. Press the mark on the cassette compartment until it clicks. 4.
Installing the Backup Battery The backup battery (lithium button battery CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain date, time ( 20) and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Connect a power source to the camcorder when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings. E 1. Press the OPEN button to open the LCD panel. 2. Pull out the battery holder. 3. Place the lithium battery with the + side facing downward into the battery holder. Basic Functions Preparations 4.
Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the Viewfinder (Dioptric Adjustment) 1. Turn on the camcorder and keep the LCD panel closed. 2. Pull out the viewfinder. 3. Adjust the dioptric adjustment lever. 4. Push the viewfinder back in. Attaching the Lens Cap 1. Attach the cord to the lens cap. 2. Pass the grip belt through the loop on the cord. Press the buttons on the lens cap when attaching/removing it. Hook the lens cap on the grip belt while you are recording, and place it over the lens when you have finished.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap. E SS-900 Shoulder strap Mounting the Wide Attachment Screw the wide attachment fully into the lens filter thread. Basic Functions Preparations The WA-34 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views (0.7x). The wide attachment is for use at maximum wide-angle. Do not look directly at the sun or other strong light sources through the wide attachment.
Using the Wireless Controller Point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons. Inserting the Battery The wireless controller operates with a lithium button battery CR2025. 1. 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. Tab The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is subjected to strong light sources or direct sunlight.
Adjusting the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Screen E Press the OPEN button and 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. LCD Backlight Basic Functions Preparations You can switch the brightness of the LCD screen between normal and bright by pressing the LCD BACKLIGHT button. This is useful for outdoor recordings. LCD BACKLIGHT button Press the LCD BACKLIGHT button.
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you have replaced the backup battery. Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) SYSTEM CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY T.ZONE/DST•••PARIS 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select [T.ZONE/DST] and press the SET dial.
7. Press the MENU button to close the menu and to start the clock. E 16 1 18 19 4 20 24 2 3 17 6 7 15 9 10 8 5 21 23 14 12 22 11 13 No. 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Time zone No. Time zone LONDON 13 WELLGTN (Wellington) 2 PARIS 14 SAMOA 3 CAIRO 15 HONOLU. (Honolulu) 4 MOSCOW 16 ANCHOR. (Anchorage) 5 DUBAI 17 L.A. (Los Angeles) 6 KARACHI 18 DENVER 7 DACCA 19 CHICAGO 8 BANGKOK 20 N.Y. (New York) 9 H.
Displaying Date and Time during Recording You can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SETUP/ CAMERA D/T DISPLAY••OFF 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select [D/T DISPLAY] and press the SET dial. 4. Turn the SET dial to select [ON]. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.
Recording Movies on a Tape Recording Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads ( 145). E Recording 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA and the TAPE/CARD switch to . Basic Functions Recording 3. Push the OPEN button at the LCD panel and open the LCD panel. 4. Press the start/stop button to begin recording.
About the LCD and viewfinder screen: The screens are produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or green dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. The camcorder will shut off after 5 minutes when left in record pause mode to protect tape and video heads.
Allowing the Subject to Monitor the LCD Screen You can rotate the LCD panel so that the screen faces in the same direction as the lens. The viewfinder switches on allowing you to use the viewfinder while the subject can monitor the screen. The image appears mirror reversed (LCD MIRROR ON). However, you can choose to display the image as it is being recorded (LCD MIRROR OFF). CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SETUP/ CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY LCD MIRROR•••ON 1.
Screen Displays during Recording Remaining battery charge The battery symbol indicates the charge status of the battery pack. Time Code Indicates the recording time in hours, minutes and seconds. Remaining tape Indicates the remaining time of the tape in minutes. “ ” moves during recording. “ END” flashes when the tape reaches the end. • When the time left is less than 15 seconds, the remaining tape time may not appear. • Depending on the type of the tape, the indication may not be displayed correctly.
Reviewing and Searching when Recording REC SEARCH – button/ (record review) button E REC SEARCH + button Record Review CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Press and release the (record review) button. The camcorder rewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and returns to record pause mode. Basic Functions Recording 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.
Zooming The camcorder is equipped with optical zoom and digital zoom. Zoom in Zoom out Zoom lever Optical Zoom 20x optical zoom CAMERA PLAY (VCR) 18x optical zoom CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wideangle). Move it toward T to zoom in (telephoto). Press the zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom. Press harder for a faster zoom. You can also use the T and W buttons on the wireless controller. However, you cannot control the zoom speed.
Digital Zoom When the digital zoom is activated, the camcorder automatically switches between optical and digital zoom. With digital zoom, image resolution becomes lower the more you zoom in. 80x/400x digital zoom 72x/360x digital zoom (80x in CARD CAMERA mode) (72x in CARD CAMERA mode) CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY D.ZOOM•••••••OFF 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. Basic Functions Recording 2.
Tips for Making Better Videos Holding the Camcorder For maximum stability, grip the camcorder in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body. If necessary, support the camcorder with your left hand. Be careful that your fingers do not touch the microphone or lens. For More Stability Lean against a wall Lie on your elbow Put the camcorder on a table Kneel on one knee Use a tripod Lighting When recording outdoors, we recommend recording with the sun at your back.
Playing Back a Tape Playback If the playback picture is distorted, clean the video heads using a Canon Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head-cleaning cassette ( 145). E 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode. Set the POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) and the TAPE/CARD switch to . Basic Functions Playback 2. Open the LCD panel. 3. Press the button to rewind the tape. 4. Press the / button to begin playback. 5. Press the button to stop playback.
Special Playback Modes REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE / SLOW (Playback Pause) To pause playback, press the / button during normal playback. (Fast Forward Playback) / (Rewind Playback) Plays back the tape at 11.5 times normal speed (forward or reverse). Press and hold the button during normal playback or fast forward. –/ (Reverse Playback) Press the button on the wireless controller during normal playback. Press the button to return to normal playback.
Adjusting the Volume When you use the LCD screen for playback, the camcorder plays back the sound via built-in speaker. The speaker does not sound when you close the LCD panel. Use headphones when using the viewfinder. E SET dial (phones) terminal Speaker The headphones terminal also serves as AV terminal. Headphones can only be used when “ ” is displayed on the screen. If not, change the setting following the procedure below.
Playing Back on a TV Screen The AV terminal also serves as headphones terminal. When “ screen, change the setting following the procedure below. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) VCR SETUP ” is displayed on the CARD CAMERA AV/PHONES CARD PLAY ••AV Open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [AV/PHONES [AV] and close the menu. ], set it to TVs with SCART Terminal Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. Signal flow STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) PC-A10 SCART Adapter 1.
TVs with Audio/Video Terminals Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual. E VIDEO Signal flow AUDIO R 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.
Selecting the Audio Output Channel You can select the output channels when playing back a tape with audio recorded on two channels. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) AUDIO SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY OUTPUT CH••••L/R 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SET dial to select [AUDIO SETUP] and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select [OUTPUT CH] and press the SET dial. 4. Turn the SET dial to select a setting option. • L/R: Stereo: L+R channels, Bilingual: Main+Sub.
Menus and Settings Advanced Functions Many of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus that appear on the screen. E SET dial MENU button Selecting Menus and Settings 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. Advanced Functions 2. Turn the SET dial to select a submenu and press the SET dial. 3. Turn the SET dial to select a menu item and press the SET dial. 4. Turn the SET dial to select a setting option. 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.
Menu and Default Settings Default settings are shown in boldface. CAMERA MENU PLAY (VCR) CAMERA Submenu D.EFFECT SETUP Menu Item CARD PLAY Setting Options 113 CARD MIX D.E.SELECT OFF, FADER, EFFECT, MULTI-S FADER TYPE M.S.SPEED FADE-T, WIPE, CORNER, JUMP, FLIP, PUZZLE, ZIGZAG, BEAM, TIDE ART, BLACK&WHITE, SEPIA, MOSAIC, BALL, CUBE, WAVE, COLOR MASK, MIRROR MANUAL, FAST, MODERATE, SLOW M.S.
Submenu DISPLAY SETUP/ Menu Item Setting Options 77 BRIGHTNESS LCD MIRROR ON, OFF 25 TV SCREEN ON, OFF 137 D/T DISPLAY ON, OFF 22 LANGUAGE See list of languages. 76 76 DATE FORMAT SYSTEM DEMO MODE ON, OFF 78 WL.REMOTE ON, OFF 77 BEEP ON, OFF 77 T.ZONE/DST See list of time zones. 20 20 D/TIME SET MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND OPER.
PLAY (VCR) MENU CAMERA Submenu D.EFFECT SETUP Menu Item AUDIO SETUP CARD PLAY Setting Options OFF, FADER, EFFECT, MULTI-S FADER TYPE M.S.SPEED FADE-T, WIPE, CORNER, JUMP, FLIP, PUZZLE, ZIGZAG, BEAM, TIDE ART, BLACK&WHITE, SEPIA, MOSAIC, BALL, CUBE, WAVE, COLOR MASK, MIRROR MANUAL, FAST, MODERATE, SLOW M.S.SPLIT 4, 9, 16 REC MODE* SP, LP 59 AV/PHONES AV, PHONES 34 AV ON, OFF 85 OUTPUT CH L/R, L/L, R/R 36 AUDIO DUB* AUDIO IN, MIC.
Submenu SYSTEM Menu Item Setting Options WL.REMOTE ON, OFF 77 BEEP ON, OFF 77 T.ZONE/DST See list of time zones. 20 20 D/TIME SET MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND E OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND 75 SHTR SOUND OPER.
CARD CAMERA MENU CAMERA PLAY (VCR) Submenu CARD PLAY CARD CAMERA Menu Item Setting Options D.EFFECT SETUP EFFECT OFF, BLACK&WHITE 65 CAMERA SETUP SHUTTER AUTO, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250 56 A.SL SHUTTER ON, OFF 57 29 D.ZOOM WHITE BAL. OFF, 80X AUTO, SET , INDOOR AF AST LAMP AUTO, OFF FOCUS PRI. ON, OFF SELF TIMER ON , OFF 58 ND AUTO, OFF 95 NIGHT MODE* NIGHT, 54 99 104 NIGHT+, S.
Submenu SYSTEM Menu Item Setting Options WL.REMOTE ON, OFF 77 BEEP ON, OFF 77 T.ZONE/DST See list of time zones. 20 20 D/TIME SET MY CAMERA S-UP SOUND E OFF, DEFAULT, MY SOUND 75 SHTR SOUND OPER.
CARD PLAY MENU CAMERA Submenu CARD OPERATIONS (Single Image Display) CARD OPERATIONS (Index Screen) PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA Menu Item CARD PLAY Setting Options PRINT ORDERS ALL ERASE TRANS.ORDERS ALL ERASE IMAGE ERASE NO, YES 130 NO, YES 135 CANCEL, SINGLE, ALL 112 FORMAT CANCEL, EXECUTE 117 111 PROTECT 129 PRINT ORDER TRANSFER ORDER VCR SETUP AV/PHONES DISPLAY SETUP/ BRIGHTNESS AV, PHONES 77 ON, OFF 137 DISPLAYS ON, OFF 137 D/TIME SEL.
Using the Recording Programs Recording Easy Recording Program E The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot. Program AE Modes Auto The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings automatically. However, you have the option of adjusting the settings manually. Sports Use this mode to record sports scenes (such as tennis or golf) or moving objects (such as roller coasters).
Program selector Availability of Functions in Each Mode: Recording Program Image Stabilizer Focus White Balance Shutter Speed Exposure Lock Digital Effects Card Mix * (A) (A) (A) (A) : Available : Not available A: Auto setting Shaded area : Can be used only in CAMERA mode. * The setting is automatically set to ON. Selecting the Easy Recording Program CAMERA PLAY (VCR) Set the program selector to EASY. “ 46 EASY” appears.
Selecting the Program AE Mode CAMERA PLAY (VCR) 1. Set the program selector to CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY . E 2. Press the SET dial. A list of the program AE modes appears. 3. Select a mode and press the SET dial. The symbol of the mode appears on the upper left corner of the screen. Advanced Functions Recording The setting resets to the Auto mode when you change the position of the program selector. Do not change the mode during recording as the brightness of the image may change abruptly.
Using the Night Modes NIGHT NIGHT+ S. NIGHT Allows you to record in dark places where lights cannot be used, without sacrificing color. The assist lamp lights up and stays on, allowing you to record in dark places without sacrificing color. Allows you to record in very dark places without sacrificing color. The assist lamp lights up automatically responding to the surrounding brightness.
1. Set the program selector to . 2. Press the NIGHT MODE button. • " " appears. • Pressing the NIGHT MODE button again resets the camcorder to the Auto mode. E Do not point the mini video light at persons while they are driving. Do not look at the mini video light for a long time. Do not use the mini video light close to people’s eyes. Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage. Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes. White points may appear on the screen.
Skin Detail Function When shooting close-ups of people, the camcorder automatically softens details to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections for a more complimentary appearance. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY SKIN DETAIL••NORMAL Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [SKIN DETAIL], set it to [SOFT] and close the menu. Skin detail function cannot be used when the program selector is set to EASY.
Adjusting Exposure Manually E SET dial Program selector EXP button Exposure Lock You can lock the exposure when recording in situations where the lighting may change suddenly to control the brightness of the image. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD PLAY Advanced Functions Recording 1. Set the program selector to CARD CAMERA . 2. Press the EXP button. • “E.LOCK ±0” appears on the screen. • When you operate the zoom during exposure lock, the brightness of the image may change.
Adjusting the Focus Manually Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. Reflective surfaces Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines Fast Moving Subjects Through dirty or wet windows Night Scenes SET dial Zoom lever FOCUS button CAMERA Program selector PLAY (VCR) 1. Set the program selector to CARD CAMERA . 2. Adjust the zoom. When you operate the zoom after adjusting the focus, the subject may not stay in focus.
The setting resets to autofocus when you switch the program selector to EASY. Readjust the focus when you have turned off the camcorder. Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. E Press the FOCUS button more than 2 seconds after step 2 in Adjusting the Focus Manually. “MF ” appears. When you operate the zoom or turn the SET dial, “ camcorder changes to manual focus.
Setting the White Balance You can use the preset modes to reproduce colors more accurately, or set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting. AUTO SET Auto white balance Use the custom white balance setting to make white subjects appear white under colored lighting. Use this mode for recording under changing lighting condition, video lights or sodium lamps. Use this mode for recording night scenes, fireworks, sunrise or sunset.
Use the auto setting for normal outdoor scenes. When the program selector is set to EASY, white balance is preset to [AUTO]. The camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off. However, it resets to [AUTO] when you change the position of the TAPE/CARD switch. When you have set the custom white balance: - Depending on the light source, “ ” may keep flashing. The result will still be better than with the auto setting.
Setting the Shutter Speed You can adjust the shutter speed manually to make stable shots of fast moving subjects. CAMERA MENU ( 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY SHUTTER••••••AUTO Set the program selector to . Set the program AE mode to the (Auto) mode. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [SHUTTER]. Select the shutter speed and press the SET dial. CAMERA Mode AUTO 1/50 1/120 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 CARD CAMERA Mode AUTO 1/50 1/120 1/250 6.
Auto Slow Shutter In Easy Recording mode and when [SHUTTER] is set to [AUTO] in Auto mode, the camcorder uses shutter speeds down to 1/25 in CAMERA mode and 1/12.5 in CARD CAMERA mode. This allows you to record brightly in places with insufficient lighting. However, you can set the camcorder not to use a slow shutter speed. CAMERA CARD CAMERA * Only when the flash mode is set to * MENU ( PLAY (VCR) 37) CAMERA SETUP E CARD PLAY (flash off). A.SL SHUTTER•ON Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP].
Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used for recording movies and still images. SET dial PHOTO button Start/stop button MENU button CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY SELF TIMER•••OFF 1. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [SELF TIMER], set it to [ON ] and close the menu. “ ” appears. 2. Press the start/stop button. • The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown (2 seconds when using the wireless controller).
Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) You can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usage by 1.5 times. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) * CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY * MVX350i/MVX330i only. MENU ( 37) VCR SETUP REC MODE•••••SP To change to LP mode, open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [REC MODE], set it to [LP] and close the menu. Tapes recorded in LP mode cannot be used for audio dubbing.
Audio Recording Changing the Audio Mode You can record sound in two audio modes—16-bit and 12-bit. The 12-bit mode records sound on two channels (stereo 1), leaving 2 channels free (stereo 2) for adding new sound later. Select the 16-bit mode for higher sound quality. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) * CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY * MVX350i/MVX330i only. MENU ( 37) AUDIO SETUP AUDIO MODE•••12bit Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [AUDIO MODE], set it to [16bit] and close the menu.
Wind Screen The camcorder reduces wind noise automatically. However, you can turn off the wind screen when recording indoors, or when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible. CAMERA * CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Only when [AUDIO DUB.] is set to [MIC.IN]. MENU ( PLAY (VCR) * E 37) AUDIO SETUP WIND SCREEN••AUTO Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [WIND SCREEN], set it to [OFF] and close the menu. “WS ” appears when you turn the wind screen off.
Using Digital Effects Faders ( 64) Begin or end scenes with a fade to or from black.
Effects ( 65) Add flavor to your recordings. Art (ART) Black and White (BLACK & WHITE) Sepia (SEPIA) Mosaic (MOSAIC) Ball (BALL) Cube (CUBE) Wave (WAVE) Color Mask (COLOR MASK) Mirror (MIRROR) 66) Captures moving subjects in 4, 9 or 16 sequences of still images and displays them at one time. Sound will be recorded normally.
Availability of Digital Effects by Operating Modes: CAMERA Still Movies Images PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA Faders Effects Multi-image screen CARD PLAY * : Available : Not available * : Black and White only. Selecting a Fader In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to CAMERA PLAY (VCR) . CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Open the menu and select [D.EFFECT SETUP]. 2. Select [D.E.SELECT] and set it to [FADER]. 3. Select [FADER TYPE], select a setting option and close the menu.
Selecting an Effect In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to CAMERA PLAY (VCR) . CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY E 1. Open the menu and select [D.EFFECT SETUP]. 2. Select [D.E.SELECT] and set it to [EFFECT]. 3. Select [EFFECT TYPE], select a setting option and close the menu. The name of the selected effect flashes. 4. Press the D.EFFECTS button. • The name of the selected effect stops flashing. • The effect can be activated/deactivated by pressing the D.EFFECTS button.
Using the Multi-Image Screen You can operate the multi-image screen only in the following playback modes: - When [M.S.SPEED] is set to [MANUAL]: Playback pause, slow forward/reverse playback - When [M.S.SPEED] is set to [FAST], [MODERATE] or [SLOW]: Playback pause In CAMERA mode, set the program selector to . CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Open the menu and select [D.EFFECT SETUP]. 2. Select [D.E.SELECT] and set it to [MULTI-S]. 3. Select [M.S.SPEED] and select the transition speed.
Turn off the digital effect when you do not use it. The camcorder retains the setting even if you turn it off or change the program AE mode. The image quality may be slightly lower with digital effects. Digital effects cannot be used in the following cases: - When the program selector is set to EASY. - During DV dubbing. Faders cannot be used when Card Mix is activated. About the multi-image screen: The multi-image screen cannot be used in the following cases: - In the night modes.
Widescreen TV Recording (16:9) The camcorder uses the full width of the CCD providing high-resolution 16:9 recording. WIDESCREEN button CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY Press the WIDESCREEN button. • “ ” appears. • The LCD screen switches to the “letterbox” display. The picture on the viewfinder appears horizontally squeezed. When you turn off the image stabilizer, you will get a larger horizontal angle of view. The multi-image screen cannot be used when the widescreen mode is selected.
Magnifying the Image Playback The playback image can be magnified up to 5 times. E SET dial Zoom lever CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Move the zoom lever toward T. 2. Select the magnified area with the SET dial. • Turn the SET dial to move the image to the right and left, or up and down. Pressing the SET dial switches between the directions. • To cancel the magnification, move the zoom lever toward W until the frame disappears.
Displaying the Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code containing recording date and time and other camera data such as shutter speed and exposure (f-stop). When you play back a tape, you can display the data code and select the data code combination you wish to display. SET dial MENU button DATA CODE button Selecting the Date/Time Display Combination CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SETUP/ CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY D/TIME SEL.••DATE & TIME Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ].
Displaying the Data Code CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY E Press the DATA CODE button. The data code will not display the next time you turn on the camcorder. Only date and time appear in CARD PLAY mode. Six-Second Auto Date Date and time appear for 6 seconds when you begin playback, or to indicate that date or time zone has changed. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SETUP/ CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 6SEC.
End Search When you have played back a tape, you can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene. END SEARCH button CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY In stop mode, press the END SEARCH button. • “END SEARCH” appears. • The camcorder rewinds/fast forwards the tape, plays back the last few seconds of the recording and stops the tape. • Pressing the button again cancels the search. End search cannot be used once you unload the cassette.
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. This function is operated with the wireless controller. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) E PLAY button REW button STOP button ZERO SET MEMORY button CARD CAMERA 1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button at the point you wish to return to later. • “0:00:00 ” appears. • To cancel, press the ZERO SET MEMORY button again.
Date Search You can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. This function is operated with the wireless controller. DATE SEARCH buttons STOP CAMERA Press the PLAY (VCR) or CARD CAMERA button CARD PLAY button to begin searching. • Press more than once to search for further date changes (up to 10 times). • Press the STOP button to stop searching. / CARD DATE SEARCH REW PLAY FF STOP A recording of longer than a minute per date/area is required.
Customizing the Camcorder Other Functions You can personalize your camcorder by customizing the start-up image and the sound it makes for start-up, shutter, operation and self-timer (collectively called the My Camera settings). E Changing the My Camera Settings CAMERA MENU ( 37) MY CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY SEL.S-UP IMG•CANON LOGO S-UP SOUND•••DEFAULT SHTR SOUND•••DEFAULT OPER.SOUND•••DEFAULT 1. Open the menu and select [MY CAMERA]. 2. Select the menu item you wish to change.
Changing the Display Language The language used for screen display and menu items can be changed. The available set of languages varies depending on the region. Follow the procedure below to check which set of languages are provided with your camcorder. Language Set A (e.g. Europe) English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Japanese CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SETUP/ Language Set B (e.g.
Other Camcorder Settings Beep E You will hear a beep upon camcorder operations such as power on/off, start/stop, selftimer countdown, and unusual conditions of the camcorder. If you turn off the beep, all camcorder sounds including the ones of the My Camera settings will be turned off. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) SYSTEM CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY BEEP•••••••••ON To turn the beep off, open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [BEEP], set it to [OFF] and close the menu.
Turning Off the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer compensates for camcorder shake even at full telephoto. It tries to compensate for horizontal movements; therefore, you may decide to turn it off when you mount the camcorder on a tripod. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA IMG STAB CARD PLAY •••ON Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [IMG STAB it to [OFF] and close the menu. “ ], set ” disappears.
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device Editing 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. E Connecting the Devices Connecting a VCR See Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 34). Connecting a Digital Video Device Refer also to the instruction manual of the digital video device.
When connecting a VCR, the quality of the edited tape will be slightly lower than that of the original. When connecting a digital video device: - If the picture does not appear, reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on again. - Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal. If operation does not work, use the AV terminal. We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power source.
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. CAMERA CARD CAMERA PLAY (VCR) E CARD PLAY 1. Connect the camcorder to the analog video device. See Playing Back on a TV Screen ( 34). 2. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode and load a blank cassette. 3. Connected device: Load the recorded cassette. 4. Press the REC PAUSE button.
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. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Connect the camcorder to the digital video device. See Connecting a Digital Video Device ( 79). 2. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode and load a blank cassette. Make sure that [AV DV] is set to [OFF] ( 85). 3. Connected device: Load the recorded cassette. 4.
Concerning Copyright Copyright Precaution Certain pre-recorded video tapes, films and other materials, as well as some television programs are copyrighted. Unauthorised recording of these materials may violate copyright protection laws. E Copyright Signals During playback: If you try to play back a tape that contains copyright control signals for protection of software, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED” appears for a few seconds and the camcorder displays a blank blue screen.
Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) By connecting the camcorder to a VCR or 8mm video camcorder, you can convert analog video/audio signals to digital signals and output the digital signals via the DV terminal. The DV terminal serves as output terminal only. Connecting the Devices Turn off all devices before starting the connections. Unload the tape from the camcorder. Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device.
Turning On the Analog-Digital Converter CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY E MENU ( 37) VCR SETUP AV DV••••••••OFF Open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [AV and close the menu. DV], set it to [ON] Headphones cannot be used during analog-digital conversion. Depending on the signal sent from the connected device, the conversion from analog to digital signals might not work properly (e.g., signals that include copyright protective signals or anomalous signals such as ghost signals).
Audio Dubbing You can add sound with the built-in microphone. With the MVX350i/MVX330i, you can also add sound from audio devices or with an external microphone. This function is operated with the wireless controller. Connecting Connecting an Audio Device Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. Audio device (e.g. CD player) OUTPUT L Signal flow AUDIO STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) R Connecting a Microphone See Recording with an External Microphone ( 61).
5. Press the AUDIO DUB. button on the wireless controller. “AUDIO DUB.” and “ 6. Press the PAUSE to begin dubbing. ” appear. SLOW ZERO SET TV SCREEN E button on the wireless controller PLAY STOP • Audio device: Begin playback. • Microphone: Speak into the microphone. 7. Press the STOP to stop dubbing. PAUSE AUDIO DUB. MEMORY PAUSE ZERO SET button on the wireless controller Audio device: Stop playback. SLOW AUDIO DUB. MEMORY TV SCREEN PLAY STOP PAUSE SLOW ZERO SET AUDIO DUB.
Playing Back the Added Sound You can select to play back Stereo 1 (original sound), Stereo 2 (added sound), or adjust the balance of both sounds. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) AUDIO SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 12bit AUDIO•••STEREO1 1. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [12bit AUDIO], select a setting and close the menu. • • • • STEREO1: Plays back the original sound. STEREO2: Plays back the added sound. MIX/FIXED: Plays back Stereo 1 and Stereo 2 in the same level. MIX/VARI.
Transferring Video Recordings to a Computer (IEEE1394) You can transfer recordings to a computer equipped with a IEEE1394 (DV) terminal or IEEE1394 capture board. Use the editing software supplied with your computer/capture board to transfer video recording from tape to computer. Refer to the instruction manual of the software. A driver is preinstalled on Windows operating systems later than Windows 98 Second Edition and Mac operating systems later than Mac OS 9, and will be installed automatically.
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card Using a Memory Card You can use SD Memory Cards or commercially available MultiMediaCards with this camcorder. The SD Memory Card has a protect switch to prevent accidental erasure. Terminals Inserting the Card 1. Turn off the camcorder. 2. Open the cover. 3. Insert the memory card all the way into the memory card slot. 4. Close the cover. Do not close the cover forcefully without having the card correctly inserted.
Selecting the Image Quality/Size Changing the Still Image Quality E You can choose from Superfine, Fine and Normal. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CARD PLAY CARD CAMERA CARD SETUP IMG QUALITY••FINE Open the menu and select [CARD SETUP]. Select [IMG QUALITY], set it to [SUPER FINE] or [NORMAL] and close the menu. Changing the Still Image Size You can choose from 1280 x 960 pixels and 640 x 480 pixels.
Changing the Movie Size You can choose between 320 x 240 pixels and 160 x 120 pixels. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CARD SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY MOVIE SIZE...320x240 Open the menu and select [CARD SETUP]. Select [MOVIE SIZE], set it to [160x120] and close the menu. Movies are recorded with Motion JPEG compression. Maximum recording time on a 8 MB SD Memory Card: 92 Image Size Recording Time (8 MB) File Size per Second 320 x 240 approx. 20 sec. 250 KB/sec. 160 x 120 approx. 50 sec.
File Numbers Images are automatically assigned file numbers from 0101 to 9900 and stored in folders containing up to 100 images. Folders are assigned numbers from 101 to 998. E You can choose to use consecutive file numbers (CONTINUOUS) or to reset the file number each time a different memory card is inserted (RESET). We recommend setting the file numbers to CONTINUOUS. RESET CONTINUOUS The file number will be reset each time a new memory card is inserted.
Recording Still Images on a Memory Card You can record still images with the camcorder, from a tape in the camcorder or from devices connected via the DV terminal or AV terminal. You can also record a still image on the memory card while you record a movie on the tape. PHOTO button Program selector Card access indicator CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Set the camcorder to CARD CAMERA mode. A white focusing frame appears in the center of the screen.
Depending on the number of images on the memory card (Windows: more than 1800 images; Macintosh: more than 1000 images), you may not be able to download images to a computer. In such case, use a PC card reader. Connection to a PictBridge compliant printer will not work when the memory card contains more than 1800 images. For best performance, we recommend to keep the number of images on the memory card less than 100.
Recording a Still Image on a Memory Card While Recording Movies on a Tape When you are recording a movie on a tape, you can record the same picture as a still image on the memory card. Select the image quality from normal or fine. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY STILL I.REC••OFF 1. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [STILL I.REC], set it to [ FINE] or [ NORMAL] and close the menu. 2. While you are recording a movie, press the PHOTO button.
Recording from Other Video Devices You can record images from devices connected via the AV terminal (analog line-in function), or via the DV terminal as still images on a memory card. For connecting instructions, refer to page 34 and 79. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY 1. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode. • If a cassette is loaded, make sure that the tape is stopped. • When recording via the AV terminal, make sure that “AV DV” is displayed on the screen.
Using the Flash You can use the built-in flash for recording still images in dark places. The flash is equipped with the red-eye reduction mode. PHOTO button (flash) button Flash Assist lamp Selecting the Flash Mode (auto) (red-eye reduction, auto) (flash on) (flash off) CAMERA Press the The flash fires automatically according to the brightness of the subject. The flash fires automatically according to the brightness of the subject and the assist lamp lights up to reduce the red-eye effect.
2. Press the PHOTO button fully. The flash fires. E Do not fire the flash close to people’s eyes. Do not fire the flash at persons while they are driving. Do not fire the flash with the flash bulb covered with your hand. Using a Memory Card The practical range of the flash is approx. 1 to 2 m (3.3 to 6.6 ft.). The range depends upon the recording condition. The range of the flash decreases in continuous shooting mode.
Reviewing a Still Image Right after Recording You can select to display a still image for 2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 seconds after it has been recorded. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CAMERA SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY REVIEW•••••••2sec Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [REVIEW], select a setting option and close the menu. A still image is displayed as long as you hold the PHOTO button after recording. The FILE OPER.
Recording Motion JPEG Movies on a Memory Card You can record Motion JPEG movies with the camcorder or from a tape in the camcorder. With the MVX350i/MVX330i, you can also record from devices connected via the DV terminal or the AV terminal. The sound of a movie recorded on a memory card will be monaural. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY 1. Press the start/stop button to begin recording. With SD Memory Cards up to 512 MB, you can record until “CARD FULL” appears (approx.
Screen Displays during Movie Recording Image Size Indicates the movie size. Remaining Card Capacity for Movies Card Access Display “ ” appears and “ ” moves to indicate that the camcorder is writing on the memory card. Movie recording time Indicates the recording time of the movie. 102 Indicates the remaining time in hours and minutes. At less than 1 minute, the remaining time will be displayed in 10 second-steps, at less than 10 seconds in 1 second-steps.
Recording from a Tape in the Camcorder CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Play back the tape. 2. Press the start/stop button when the scene you wish to record appears. 3. Press the start/stop button to stop recording. E Recording from Other Video Devices You can record movies from devices connected via the AV terminal (analog line-in function), or via the DV terminal on a memory card. For connecting instructions, refer to page 34 and 79. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1.
Selecting the Focusing Point The subject you wish to record is not always in the center of the screen. In the FocusPriority mode, you can choose from one of three focusing points to automatically put the subject you wish into sharp focus. When the program selector is set to EASY, the Focus-Priority becomes set to ON (only the center focusing point is available). CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Set the program selector to . 2. Turn the SET dial to display all focusing frames.
Selecting the Drive Mode Continuous Shooting Captures a quick series of still images while you press the PHOTO button. For the number of frames per second, refer to the following table. E High-Speed Continuous Shooting AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) The camcorder records a still image in three different exposures (dark, normal, light in 1/2 EV steps), allowing you to choose the perfect exposed shot. Single Records a single still image when you press the PHOTO button.
Maximum number of continuous shots at one time: Frames per Second Normal speed High speed Maximum Number of Continuous Shots 1280 x 960 3 frames 5 frames 10 images 640 x 480 3 frames 5 frames 60 images Still Image Size These figures are approximate and vary with the recording conditions and subjects. Sufficient space on the memory card is required. Continuous shooting stops when card is full.
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. E PHOTO button button CARD +/– button When Recording in Stitch Assist Mode: PhotoStitch detects the overlapping portion of adjoining images and merges them. Try to include a distinctive item (landmark, etc.) in the overlapping portion. CAMERA 1. Press the PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY button.
5. Record the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first image. • Minor discrepancies in the overlapped area can be corrected with the software. • You can retake an image by pressing the CARD +/– button to return to the previous image. • A maximum of 26 images can be recorded. 6. Press the button after the last image. For details on how to merge these images, refer to the Digital Video Software Instruction Manual. Compose each image so that it overlaps 30 to 50% of the adjoining image.
Playing Back a Memory Card You can display a single image, 6 at one time (index screen 110), or one after another (slide show 110). Use the Card Jump function to quickly locate an image without displaying them one by one ( 110). E CARD + button CARD – button / button button SLIDE SHOW button CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Set the camcorder to CARD PLAY mode. 2. Press the CARD +/– button to move between images. 3. To play back a movie, press the / button.
Slide Show CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Press the SLIDE SHOW button. Images are played back one after another. 2. Press the SLIDE SHOW button to stop the slide show. Index Screen CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Move the zoom lever toward W. • Up to 6 images appear. • With movies, the index screen can only be started when the first scene is displayed as a still image. 2. Turn the SET dial to select an image. • Move the “ ” to the image you wish to view.
Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure when displaying a single image or index screen. E If a memory card is formatted, all still images and movies, even protected ones, will be erased permanently. Movies can only be protected when the first scene is displayed as a still image. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Select the image you wish to protect. 2. Press the SET dial to open the FILE OPER. menu.
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 scene is displayed as a still image. Erasing a Single Image CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Select the image you wish to erase. 2. Press the SET dial to open the FILE OPER. menu.
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 DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK (such as picture frames, backgrounds and animations) and combine it with the live video recording. E Card Chroma Key (CARD CHROMA) Combines frames with your recordings. The live video recording will appear in place of the blue area of the card mix image. Mix level adjustment: blue area of the still image.
Mix level adjustment: blue area of the card animation image. Live video recording Card mix image Program selector SET dial MENU button CARD MIX button CARD + / – button Selecting the Card Mix Effect CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) D.EFFECT SETUP CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY CARD MIX MIX TYPE•••••CARD CHROMA 1. Upload a sample image from the DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK to the memory card in the camcorder.
8. To adjust the mix level, select [MIX LEVEL] and adjust it with the SET dial. 9. Close the menu. “CARD MIX” flashes. E 10.Press the CARD MIX button. • “CARD MIX” stops flashing. • The combined image appears. Card mix cannot be used when [STILL I.REC] is set to [ FINE] or [ NORMAL]. Movies recorded on a memory card cannot be combined with camcorder recordings. Sample Images Below are some sample images provided on the supplied DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK.
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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 data recorded on it. E Formatting a memory card erases all data, including protected images. Images erased by formatting cannot be recovered. If you use a memory card other than the supplied one, format it with the camcorder. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CARD OPERATIONS CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY FORMAT 1. Open the menu and select [CARD OPERATIONS]. 2.
Creating a Start-up Image You can create a start-up image using a still image on the memory card. CAMERA MENU ( 37) MY CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY CREATE START-UP IMAGE 1. Select a still image with the CARD +/– buttons. 2. Open the menu and select [MY CAMERA]. 3. Select [CREATE START-UP IMAGE]. [SET THIS AS START-UP IMAGE?], [YES] and [NO] appears. 4. Select [YES]. [OVERWRITE MY IMAGE?], [NO] and [YES] appears. 5. Select [YES].
Printing Still Images Direct Printing You can print still images by connecting the camcorder to a printer with direct print function. You can also use the print order settings for direct printing ( 129).
2. Turn on the printer. 3. Set the camcorder to CARD PLAY mode. 4. Connect the camcorder to the printer using the cable. • appears and changes to , or when the printer is properly connected to the camcorder. (Does not appear with movies, or still images that cannot be played back with the camcorder.) • The (print/share) button lights up and the current print setting will be displayed for approx. 6 seconds.
Printing after Selecting the Print Settings You can select the number of copies and other settings for printing. The setting options vary depending on your printer model. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA E CARD PLAY 1. Press the SET dial. • The print setting menu appears. • Depending on the printer, the message “BUSY.” may appear before the camcorder displays the print setting menu. 2. Select the print settings ( 123). 3. Turn the SET dial to select [PRINT] and press the SET dial. • Printing starts.
Cancel Printing Press the SET dial during printing. A confirmation dialog appears. Select [OK] and press the SET dial. - Canon Printer: Printing stops even if it is incomplete and the paper is fed through. - Canon CP-Printer CP-10/CP-100: A print in progress cannot be stopped. Printing stops when the current print is finished, and the remaining prints are canceled. Printing Errors If an error occurs during the printing process, an error message appears ( 142). - Canon Printer: Resolve the error.
Selecting the Print Settings The procedure for selecting the number of copies is common to all printers. Other print setting procedures vary depending on your printer model. Check which icon appears in the upper left corner of the camcorder screen after connecting, and refer to the relevant pages accordingly. 123 125 E 126 Selecting the Number of Copies A maximum of 99 copies can be selected for one still image. 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select (COPIES) and press the SET dial.
Paper Settings 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select [PAPER] and press the SET dial. 2. Turn the SET dial to select the paper size and press the SET dial. Select the paper size of the paper set in your printer. 3. Turn the SET dial to select the paper type and press the SET dial. Select the paper type of the paper set in your printer. 4. Turn the SET dial to select a layout option and press the SET dial. Including the Date in the Print 1.
Setting the Print Effect (Image Optimize) This function uses the camcorder's recording information to optimize the image data, yielding high quality prints. 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select (print effect) and press the SET dial. E 2. Turn the SET dial to select a setting and press the SET dial. Setting the Print Style PAPER BORDERS BORDERLESS BORDERED CARD #1*, CARD #2*, CARD #3*, LTR, A4 For details on paper type, refer to the Bubble Jet Printer User Guide.
3. Turn the SET dial to select the paper size and press the SET dial. • Select the paper size of the paper set in your printer. • Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. 4. Turn the SET dial to select press the SET dial. (BORDERS) and 5. Turn the SET dial to select a borders option and press the SET dial. Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu.
Selecting the Image Style 2. Make sure that the SET dial. (IMAGE) is selected and press E 3. Turn the SET dial to select the image style and press the SET dial. Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu. Selecting the Borders 2. Turn the SET dial to select press the SET dial. (BORDERS) and 3. Turn the SET dial to select a borders option and press the SET dial. Pressing the MENU button brings you back to the print settings menu.
Trimming Settings Set the print style before you start with the trimming settings. 1. In the print setting menu, turn the SET dial to select [TRIMMING] and press the SET dial. The trimming frame appears. 2. Change the size of the trimming frame. • Move the zoom lever toward T to shrink the frame, and toward W to enlarge the frame. • To cancel the trimming settings, move the zoom lever toward W until the trimming frame disappears. 3. Move the trimming frame. • Turn the SET dial to move the frame.
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 ( 119). A maximum of 200 still images can be selected. E Selecting Still Images for Printing (Print Order) Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the print orders. CAMERA 1. 2. 3. 4.
Erasing All Print Orders CAMERA MENU ( PLAY (VCR) CARD OPERATIONS 37) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY PRINT ORDERS ALL ERASE 1. 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. Close the menu. Printing CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY PRINT 1. Connect the printer to the camcorder ( 119). 2. Open the menu and select [ PRINT]. • The print setting menu appears.
Transferring Memory Card Images to a Computer Transferring Images With the supplied USB cable and Digital Video Software, you can browse and archive images or arrange still images for printout. For details, refer to the Digital Video Software Instruction Manual. E Users of Windows OS can also transfer images to the computer by simply pressing the (print/share) button ( 132).
Direct Transfer Windows OS only You can transfer images to the computer with the (print/share) button. ALL IMAGES... NEW IMAGES... Transfers all images to the computer. Transfers only those images that have not yet been transferred to the computer. TRANSFER ORDERS... Transfers images with transfer orders to the computer. SELECT & TRANSFER... Allows you to select an image and transfers the selected image to the computer. WALLPAPER...
Transferring All Images, New Images or Images with Transfer Orders To transfer images with transfer order, you need to set the transfer orders ( CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA 135). E CARD PLAY 1. Turn the SET dial to select [ ALL IMAGES], [ NEW IMAGES] or [ TRANSFER ORDERS]. 2. Press the button. • The images are transferred to the computer and displayed in the Main Window of ZoomBrowser EX. • The camcorder displays the transfer menu when transfer is complete.
Do not change the operating mode while the camcorder is connected to a computer. Only JPEG compressed still images and Motion JPEG compressed movies can be transferred. You can press the SET dial in place of the button. With [ ALL IMAGES], [ NEW IMAGES] or [ TRANSFER ORDERS], a confirmation message appears. Turn the SET dial to select [OK] and press the SET dial.
Selecting Images for Transfer (Transfer Order) You can select images for transfer to the computer. These transfer settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. A maximum of 200 images can be selected. E Do not connect a USB or DV cable to the camcorder while setting the transfer orders. CAMERA PLAY (VCR) CARD CAMERA CARD PLAY 1. Select the image you wish to transfer. 2. Press the SET dial to open the FILE OPER. menu. 3. Select [ TRANS.ORDER] and press the SET dial.
About the NETWORK Mode (DV Messenger Version2) Additional Information With the Windows XP dedicated DV Network Software (DV Messenger), you can operate your camcorder from the computer, perform videoconferences using the camcorder or remotely access the camcorder at home using the Internet. Download the DV Messenger and the DV Network Software Instruction Manual from the following homepage. Refer to the DV Network Software Instruction Manual for details. www.canon-europe.com/DVmessenger www.canon.com.
Screen Displays Hiding the Displays on the LCD Screen E You can hide the displays on the LCD screen to have a clear screen for playback. CAMERA MENU ( 37) PLAY (VCR) DISPLAY SETUP/ CARD CAMERA DISPLAYS•••••ON Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ it to [OFF ] and close the menu. • • • • CARD PLAY ]. Select [DISPLAYS], set Warning messages still appear, and the data code appears if turned on. The displays appear while a playback image is magnified or a digital effect is activated.
Screen Displays during Recording/Playback CAMERA Mode (see also Program AE ( 45) Exposure ( 51) Shutter speed ( 56) Manual focus ( 52) White balance ( 54) Card mix ( 113) 62) Digital effects ( Date and time ( 20) 26) AF/AE locked during still image recording ( 94) Flash* ( 98) Skin detail ( 50) Zoom ( 28) Self-timer ( 58) 78) Image stabilizer ( Self-timer countdown ( 58) Recording mode ( 59) Tape operation Backup battery ( 15) / Condensation warning ( 145) 77) Remote sensor ( Headphones ( 60) Wind screen
CARD CAMERA Mode (see also 102) Focusing frame ( 104) Flash* ( 98) Camcorder shake warning ( Drive mode ( 105) 57) E * MVX350i/MVX330i only.
List of Messages Message Explanation SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME You have not set the time zone, date and time. This message appears each time you turn the power on until you set the time zone, date and time. 20 CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. 11 THE TAPE IS SET FOR Cassette is protected. Replace the cassette or change the ERASURE PREVENTION position of the protect switch.
Message Explanation UNIDENTIFIABLE IMAGE Image is not recorded with JPEG compression or with a compression not compatible with the camcorder, or the image file is corrupted. – TRANSFER ORDER ERROR You attempted to set more than 200 transfer orders. 135 CANNOT TRANSFER! You attempted to transfer a movie file as wallpaper. 133 THIS IMAGE CANNOT BE RECORDED Some analog images cannot be recorded on the memory card depending on the signal.
Direct Print Related Messages Following messages may appear on the camcorder screen. On printers equipped with an operation panel or printer that can be connected to a TV, an error number or message displays on the panel or TV monitor. Refer to the printer manual for the remedies corresponding to the error numbers or messages. Message 142 Explanation PAPER ERROR There is a problem with the paper. Wrong paper size is inserted, the ink cannot be used with the selected paper or paper output tray is open.
Message PRINT ERROR Explanation Cancel printing, disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer. After a while, turn the printer back on and reconnect the USB cable. Check the printer status. If the error persists, consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center listed in the Contact List provided with the printer or the printer manual. When you are printing using the button, check the print settings. HARDWARE ERROR Cancel printing. Turn off the printer and turn it back on. Check the printer status.
Maintenance/Others Camcorder Handling Precautions Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel or viewfinder. Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures, such as a sunheated car, and high humidity. Do not use the camcorder near strong electric or magnetic fields such as above TVs, near plasma TVs or mobile phones. Do not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources. Do not leave the camcorder pointed at a bright subject.
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 Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette. Tapes already recorded with dirty video heads may not be played back correctly even when you clean the video heads.
Resuming use: It takes about 1 hour until the water droplets evaporate. After the condensation warning stops flashing, wait for 1 more hour before resuming use. Battery Pack Handling Precautions DANGER! Treat the battery pack with care. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 60 °C (140 °F). Do not leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather. • Do not try to disassemble or modify it. • Do not drop or knock it.
Lithium Button Battery Handling Precautions WARNING! • The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C (212°F) or incinerate the battery. CR1616: • Replace the battery with a CR1616 made by Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Toshiba, Varta or Renata. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure To protect your recordings from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to SAVE or ERASE OFF. If you load a protected cassette in CAMERA mode, the message “THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” appears for approx. 4 seconds and “ ” starts flashing. If you wish to record on that cassette, change the position of the tab. REC SAVE REC SAVE Memory Card Handling Precautions Format new memory cards with the camcorder.
Using the Camcorder Abroad Power Sources You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult the Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. E Playback on a TV Screen You can only play back your recordings on TVs with PAL system.
Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. Power Source Problem Cause Solution Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. 11 Battery pack is not correctly attached. Attach the battery pack correctly. 11 Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. 11 Power save function has been activated. Turn on the camcorder. 23 Battery pack is exhausted.
Recording Problem Cause Solution “ ” flashes red on the screen. The camcorder malfunctions. Consult a Canon Service Center. Image will not appear on the screen. Camcorder is not set to CAMERA mode. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 23 “SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME” appears on the screen. Time zone, date and time are not set. Set the time zone, date and time. 20 Backup battery is exhausted. Replace the backup battery and reset the time zone, date and time.
Playback Problem Cause Pressing the playback button does not start playback. Camcorder is turned off, or is not set to PLAY (VCR) mode. Set the camcorder to PLAY (VCR) mode. 31 The TAPE/CARD switch is set to CARD. Set the TAPE/CARD switch to TAPE. 31 Cassette is not loaded. Load a cassette. 14 Tape reached the end (“ END” flashes on the screen). Rewind the tape. 31 [AV/PHONES ] is set to [PHONES ] in the menu. Set [AV/PHONES in the menu. [AV DV] is set to [ON] in the menu. Set [AV menu.
Memory Card Operation Problem Cause Solution Memory card cannot be inserted. Memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the memory card over and reinsert it. 90 Memory card cannot be recorded. Memory card is full. Replace the memory card or erase images. 90 Memory card cannot be played back. Image cannot be erased. “ ” flashes red. Memory card is not formatted. Format the memory card. 117 Memory card is not inserted. Insert a memory card. 90 File number reached maximum value.
System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) WS-20 Wrist Strap WA-34 Wide Attachment SS-900 Shoulder Strap WD-H34 Wide-converter CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger MiniDV Video Cassette WL-D85 Wireless Controller CB-2LTE Battery Charger TL-H34 Tele-converter CA-570 Compact Power Adapter NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L12, BP-2L14 Battery Pack FS-34U Filter Set STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Stereo Microphone (commercially available) SDC-128M SD Memory Card VL-10Li Battery Video Light SC-2000 Soft Carrying
Optional Accessories Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
WD-H34 Wide-converter This lens decreases focal length by a factor of 0.7, giving you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views. • When the Wideconverter is attached, a shadow may appear in the picture when you record with flash or assist lamp. FS-34U Filter Set Neutral density and MC protector filters help you to control difficult lighting conditions. VL-10Li Battery Video Light This compact yet powerful video light can be used for both indoor and outdoor shooting.
Specifications MVX350i/MVX330i/MVX300 E System Video Recording System Audio Recording System Television System Image Sensor Tape Format Tape Speed Maximum Recording Time (80 min.
I Input/Output Terminals AV Terminal DV Terminal MIC Terminal (MVX350i/MVX330i) Headphone Terminal USB Terminal Ø3.5 mm minijack Video: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced Audio output: –10 dBV (47 kohm load)/3 kohms or less Audio input: –10 dBV/40 kohms or more Special 4-pin connector (IEEE 1394 compliant) Ø3.5 mm stereo mini-jack –57 dBV (with 600 ohm mic)/5 kohms or more Ø3.
Index 12bit audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 16:9 widescreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 6-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 A Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . 149 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 155 AF-assist lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Analog line-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Analog-digital converter . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Assist lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MIC terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mini video light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Movie size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Multi-image screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MultiMediaCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . My Camera settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 61 48 92 63 90 75 N ND filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 NETWORK Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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