Canon HV20 Using the Recording Programs, This mode to record Use this mode to record

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Using the Recording Programs

Auto

The camcorder adjusts the focus, exposure and other settings automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot.

	: Flexible Recording Programs (					46)

[	PROGRAM AE]		[				SHUTTER-PRIO. AE]	[	APERTURE-PRIO. AE]
The camcorder sets the			You select the shutter					You select the aperture
aperture and shutter speed.			speed.					value.
Special Scene Recording Programs (							47)

[		PORTRAIT]	[				SNOW]	[	CINE MODE]*

The		camcorder uses a	Use this mode to record					Give a cinematic look to
large aperture, achieving a			in bright ski resorts. It					your recordings.
focus on the subject while			prevents the subject from
blurring other distracting			being underexposed.					*			only.
details.

[		SPORTS]	[ BEACH]	[ SPOTLIGHT]
Use		this mode to record	Use this mode to record	Use this mode to record
sports scenes such as			on a sunny beach. It	spotlit scenes.
tennis or golf.			prevents the subject from
			being underexposed.

Advanced Functions

[ NIGHT]	[ SUNSET]	[ FIREWORKS]
Use this mode to record in	Use this mode to record	Use this mode to record
low-light conditions.	sunsets in vibrant colors.	fireworks.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’instructionHDV Camcorder Caméscope HDV Cámara HDVImportant Usage Instructions Introduction Important Safety InstructionsExample of Antenna Grounding AS How to play back your HDV recordings? What is High-Definition Video?What is the Cinema Mode? Enjoying High-Definition VideoTable of contents External Connections Editing FunctionsTrademark Acknowledgements Additional InformationTrouble? Do’s and Don’tsAbout this Manual Conventions Used in the ManualIntroduction About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide SwitchAbout the Operating Modes OperationGetting to Know the Camcorder Supplied AccessoriesIntroduction Protect your product Receive information on new products and promotionsLeft side view Right side view Front view Components GuideGetting to Know the Camcorder Back view Top view Bottom viewDC in terminal OPEN/EJECTDate Search Wireless Controller WL-D87REW PauseScreen Displays Recording Movies Recording Still ImagesRecording program White balance Image effect Card Access Display Remaining battery chargeRecording reminder Remaining tapeEND Search Date Search Playing Movies Viewing Still ImagesDisconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder Charging the Battery PackGetting Started Getting StartedPreparations Charging, Recording and Playback TimesInsert the cassette Inserting and Removing a TapeInserting and Removing a Memory Card Use only commercially available miniSD cardsPreparing the Camcorder Wireless ControllerYou can also adjust the brightness of the LCD from the menu Adjusting the LCD ScreenLCD Backlight Hold DISP. pressed down for more than 2 secondsUsing the Menus Selecting an Option from the Setup MenusSelecting an Option from the FUNC. Menu First Time Settings Changing the LanguageChanging the Time Zone DATE/TIME Setup Setting the Date and TimeSelect DATE/TIME Setup and press Select DATE/TIME and press DATE/TIME JAN , 2007 1200 AMRecording Movies RecordingRecording Still Images Down, set Switch toHolding the lock button pressed Basic Press Photo fullyZooming Speed 3 when Variable is selected10x Optical Zoom To zoom in telephotoPlaying Back Movies PlaybackPress to rewind or to fast forward the tape Press / to begin the playbackPush the joystick toward + or to adjust the volume Adjusting the Volume Speaker and HeadphonesUsing Headphones PLAY/OUT SETUP2 AV/PHONES AVReturning to a Pre-marked Position Press or on the wireless controller Stop the playback before using this functionLocating Scenes by Recording Date Locating the End of the Last SceneImage Jump Viewing Still ImagesPush the joystick or and hold it pressed down Basic FunctionsSlideshow Magnifying the Playback ImageSlideshow Move the zoom lever toward TFUNC. Menu Options Menu Options ListsFINE/640x480 LW FINE/1920x1080SW FINE/848x480 With Instant AF the autofocus Setup MenusNormal AF FunctionsOFF AutoHDV Dvnormal2sec CANCEL, INITIALIZE, COMPL.INIT NO, YESNormal TV AV, Phones 480i, 1080i/480iAdvanced Functions Settings for Video Output from the HDV/DV Terminal Settings for Video Output from the Component OUT TerminalOFF GridgryPeaking Camera DataLOW VOLUME, OFF DEUTSCH, ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL, FRANÇAIS, ITALIANO, PolskiTürkçe This mode to record Use this mode to record Using the Recording ProgramsRecording Programs Blurring other distracting Being underexposed Only DetailsIcon of the currently selected Only settings other than Cine Mode Mode switchRecording Program FUNC. Desired optionSHUTTER-PRIO.AE Available Aperture ValuesAPERTURE-PRIO.AE PortraitAdjusting the Picture Exposure, Focus and Color Adjusting the Picture Exposure, Focus and ColorManual Exposure Adjustment Automatic Backlight CorrectionManual Focus Adjustment Focus Assist Functions Mode switch except for the Special Scene recording programsWhite Balance Press Focus . MF appearsProcedure below Press FUNC. to save the setting and close the menuImage Effects White BalanceSelecting the Size and Quality of Still Images Still Image Recording OptionsStill Image Recording Options Image EffectCapturing a Still Image while Recording Movies Image Quality/SizeStill I.REC OFF Recording option Light Metering ModePress Photo Capturing a Still Image from the Playback PictureCamera Setup Focus PRI Light Metering ModeONAiAF Mode switch Automatic Focus PriorityMode switch except for Fireworks recording program Drive ModeContinuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing SINGLEOn-Screen Displays Other FunctionsSelecting the Data Code FunctionsReading the Histogram Display FlashPixel Count Shadows Highlights To OFFAdvanced accessory shoe, will appear on the screen Mini Video LightPress Light Camera Setup Self Timer Self TimerManual Adjustment of the Audio Recording Level Audio Recording LevelPress to save the setting and hide the joystick guide Adjust the audio level as necessaryDisplay Setup Audio Level Using an External MicrophonePower supply. You can connect almost Setting Digital EffectApplying Erasing Still Images Still Image OptionsProtecting Still Images Erasing a Single ImageFUNC. Protect Initializing the Memory CardPress Protect The image selection screen appears Card Operations Initialize COMPL.INITConnection Diagrams Connecting to a TV or VCRAV/ Terminal Component OUT Terminal HDV/DV TerminalExternal Connections High Definition TV Sets HdtvPin Hdmi cable Commercially availableTerminal on Connecting Cable Camcorder Standard Definition TV SetsDV Cable Pin Commercially available Connecting PLAY/OUT Setup menu option listPlayback on a TV Screen Playback Turn on the camcorder and the connected TV or VCRRecording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder SettingAnalog Line-In Recording Digital Video Dubbing When the scene you wish to record appears, pressWhile recording, press / to pause the recording Press to stop recording Connected device Stop the playbackAnalog/Digital Conversion Copyright SignalConverting the Video Connected devicesConnecting to a TV or VCR PC Connection Diagrams Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to a Computer Open the LCD panel cover to accessConnecting Start the computer Set the camcorder to mode Transferring Video RecordingsEquipment and System Requirements Set the auto-launch setting Install the supplied Digital Video SoftwareTransferring Still Images Direct Transfer Pressing print/shareTransfer Orders To cancel the transfer, select Cancel and press or pressSelect a transfer option Press Images are transferred and displayed on the computerPrinting Still Images Direct Print Connecting to a PrinterFUNC. Transfer Order Card Operations TRANS.ORD.ALL EraseTrimming settings 82 Paper settings Selecting the Print SettingsPrinting with the Print/Share Button Select the still image you wish to print PressSelect , Print and press Select the desired setting option and press9- or 16-UP1Print setting menu Select , Trimming and press Trimming SettingsPrint Orders Change the size of the trimming frameSelect Print and press Printing the Still Images Marked with Print OrdersMake sure that Print is selected and press Erasing All Print OrdersPower Source TroubleshootingProblem Solution Trouble?SET the Time ZONE, Date Additional InformationSpecification for the COMP.OUT setting When connecting the camcorder to an Hdtv usingInput Video heads are dirty. Clean the video heads Stop playback/dubbing Camcorder is connectedPrinting Memory Card Operation ProblemEditing OthersList of Messages Message Explanation/SolutionDirect Print Related Messages Printer Error Readjust TrimmingHardware Error Paper Lever ErrorBattery Pack Handling PrecautionsTreat the battery pack with care CamcorderCassette About the battery terminal coverMemory Card Protecting Tapes from Accidental ErasureLithium Button Battery Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryHours with the switch set to Cleaning the Video Heads Maintenance/OthersCleaning the Camcorder StorageUsing the Camcorder Abroad Power SourcesPlayback on a TV Screen General Information System Diagram Availability differs from area to areaBattery Packs Optional AccessoriesCB-2LW Battery Charger Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommendedFS-43U/FS-43U II Filter Set WD-H43 Wide-converterVFL-1 Video Flash Light VL-3 Video LightShoulder Strap WS-20 Wrist StrapSC-2000 Soft Carrying Case Optional Accessories Provided AccessoriesProduct Codes CTC-100 Component Cable 1719B001AAHV20 SpecificationsSystem Memory CardBP-2L13 Battery Pack CA-570 Compact Power AdapterPower/Others Input/Output TerminalsEnd Search Erasing still images Error messages HDV/DV terminal Headphones High-speed continuous shootingIndex Night recording program Normal TV 43 USB terminalAdditional Information 106 Canada Canon INC Canon U.S.A., INC. 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