Canon MD 205 Basic Recording, Shooting Video, Press Start/Stop to begin recording

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Video

This chapter covers functions related to shooting and playing back movies – from basic recording and zooming to more advanced manual picture adjustments.

Basic Recording

Shooting Video

Before You Begin Recording

Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads ( 2).

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1Move the lens cover switch down

to to open the lens cover.

2Holding the lock button pressed

down, set the switch to

CAMERA.

3 Press Start/Stop to begin recording.

Press Start/Stop again to pause the recording.

WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED RECORDING

1Close the lens cover and the LCD panel.

2Turn off the camcorder.

3 Remove the tape.

4Disconnect the power source and remove the battery pack.

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Contents PAL Cleaning the Video Heads Video heads may become dirty under the following conditionsImportant Usage Instructions Table of contents Advanced Function Basic RecordingBasic Playback Special Scene Recording ProgramsPC Connection Diagram Transferring Video Recordings Connecting to a TV or VCRConnecting to a Computer 63 Do’s and Don’ts Appendix Menu Options ListsTrouble? General InformationAbout this Manual Conventions Used in this ManualSupplied Accessories Components Guide Left side view Right side view Front viewBack view Top view Bottom view Wireless Controller WL-D85 Playing Movies Screen DisplaysRecording Movies Rewind RecordStop PlaybackCharging the Battery Pack Getting StartedTo Remove the Battery Pack Once the Battery is Fully ChargedDisconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder Insert the battery holder Installing the Backup BatteryPreparing the Wireless Controller Only and Accessories Battery life of the backup battery isOFF 57. Otherwise, replace the battery Accessories Fasten the grip beltTo USE the Wireless Controller When YOU Mount the Camcorder on a TripodOperating Modes Operating modeBasic Operation Camcorder Joystick and Joystick GuideSelecting an Option from the Setup Menus Using the MenusPress FUNC. to save the settings and close the menu Menu items not available will appear grayed outMenu Display SETUP/ LanguageAbbreviation of Menu Selections in this Manual Desired languageChanging the Language First Time SettingsMenu DATE/TIME Setup T.ZONE/DST Desired time zone Changing the Time ZoneOpen the date and time setup screen Setting the Date and TimeOpening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen Getting Ready to Start RecordingMenu Display Setup Backlight Desired option LCD BacklightInsert the cassette Inserting and Removing a TapeUse only videocassettes marked with Logo Press the mark on the cassette compartment until it clicksShooting Video When YOU have Finished RecordingBasic Recording Press Start/Stop to begin recordingWhen recording movies, try to get a calm, stable picture Zooming Optical, Advanced and Digital Zoom Selecting the Zoom TypeUsing the Zoom Camera SetupMenu Camera Setup Zoom Speed Desired option Zoom Type Desired optionWithin approx second, the camcorder is ready to record Quick Start FunctionPress Quick Start firmly EXP Focus Push the joystick toward / to begin the playback Speaker VolumeAdjust the volume During the playback of a sceneLocating the Beginning of a Recording Date Press or on the wireless controllerReturning to a Pre-marked Position If you marked the zero memory While recording, setOn-Screen Displays Data Code Display SetupLocating the End of the Last Scene END Search ExecuteSpecial Scene Recording Programs Mode switchAdvanced Functions Program AE Desired recording programBeach Press Func Select the Program AE recording program Select the shutter speed from the setup menusFlexible Recording Changing the Shutter Speed Shutter Desired shutter Speed Func Shutter speed guidelinesLCD Video Light Self TimerActivate the self timer LCD Light OFF12bit Audio Recording ModeUsing an External Microphone Selecting the Audio Channel Audio SetupAudio Playback Modes Selecting the Audio Track on a Tape with Dubbed AudioPush the joystick toward Back to save the focus adjustment Manual Focus AdjustmentAdjust the focus as necessary It toward for a closer focal distanceAdjust the brightness of the image as required Manual Exposure AdjustmentMode switch except for Fireworks recording program White BalanceAuto Desired option Press FUNC. to save the setting and close the menuImage Effects Image Effect OFF Desired optionDigital Effects Mode switch OptionsSetting Effect OFF Desired optionTo Activate AN Effect While recording or in record pause mode During playbackTo Fade OUT Camcorder of the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Connecting to a TV or VCRAttaching the Ferrite Core AV TerminalConnection Diagrams Playback on a TV Screen Copying your Recordings to an External Video RecorderStart playback and immediately press Pause Locate the point where you want to start dubbing audioAudio Dubbing Audio DUB. and appearTo Select the Audio Track for Playback LP mode or 16bit audioPress Stop to stop dubbing Connecting to a Computer PC Connection DiagramTransferring Video Recordings Connecting Start the computerSet the camcorder to mode Equipment and System RequirementsPress To search Menu item Setting optionsAppendix Menu Options Lists Camera PlayVariable 500, 1/1000, 1/2000Camera Wide TV VCR SetupSTD Play OFF NormalOFF OFF System SetupOFF Power Save OffplaybkDATE/TIME Date Format DATE/TIME SetupZone DST Y 1.JAN.2008 1200 AMRecording/Playback TroubleshootingPower Source Recording Playback List of Messages in alphabetical orderRemove the Cassette Treat the battery pack with care Handling PrecautionsBattery Pack CamcorderProtecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure About the battery terminal coverCassette Cleaning Maintenance/OthersLithium Button Battery StorageTo Avoid Condensation When Condensation is DetectedCondensation Resuming USEUsing the Camcorder Abroad Trademark AcknowledgementsSystem Diagram Availability differs from area to area CB-2LWENB-2LH Optional AccessoriesUse of genuine Canon accessories is recommended CBC-NB2 Car Battery Charger LCDPage System SpecificationsMD245/MD225 Input/Output Terminals Power/Others CA-590E Compact Power AdapterBP-2L5 Battery Pack Night recording program IndexGrip belt Zero set memory* Zoom Onscreen display selectionQuick Start function Canon Europa N.V