Canon MD205, MD216, MD215, MD235 instruction manual System Setup, Offplaybk, Beep, OFF Power Save

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[BRIGHTNESS]: Adjust ( ) the brightness of the LCD display with the joystick.

•Changing the brightness of the LCD display does not affect that of the viewfinder or the recordings.

[TV SCREEN]: When set to [ ON], the camcorder’s on-screen displays will appear also on the screen of a connected TV or monitor.

When the date and time are displayed on the camcorder’s screen they will also appear on a connected TV regardless of the [TV SCREEN] setting. Turn off the date/time display with the [DATA CODE] setting ( 34).

[MARKERS]: You can display a grid or a horizontal line at the center of the screen. Use the markers as a reference to make sure your subject is framed correctly (vertically and/or horizontally).

• Using the markers will not affect the recordings on the tape.

[DISPLAYS]: You can hide the on-screen displays to show only the playback picture on the full screen.

•Tape operation displays appear for 2 seconds.

•Warning messages and the data code (if activated) will appear, even when set to

[ OFF<PLAYBK>].

•All on-screen displays will appear while the playback image is magnified or a digital effect is activated.

[6SEC.DATE]: When you start playing back a tape or when the date of the recording changes, the date and time will be displayed for 6 seconds.

[DEMO MODE]: The demonstration mode displays the camcorder’s main features. It starts automatically when the camcorder is powered with the power adapter if you leave it turned on without loading a recording media for more than 5 minutes.

•To cancel the demo mode once it started, press any button, turn off the camcorder or insert a videocassette.

SYSTEM SETUP

Menu item

Setting options

CAMERA

PLAY

[WL.REMOTE]	[	ON], [	OFF	]	z	z
[BEEP]	[	HIGH VOLUME],			z	z
	[	LOW VOLUME], [		OFF]
[POWER SAVE]	[	ON], [	OFF]		z	–

–

–

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[WL. REMOTE]: Allows the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller.

[BEEP]: A beep will accompany some operations like turning on the camcorder, the self- timer countdown, etc. It also serves as a warning beep under unusual conditions.

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Contents PAL Video heads may become dirty under the following conditions Cleaning the Video HeadsImportant Usage Instructions Table of contents Basic Playback Basic RecordingAdvanced Function Special Scene Recording ProgramsConnecting to a TV or VCR Connecting to a ComputerPC Connection Diagram Transferring Video Recordings Trouble? Appendix Menu Options Lists63 Do’s and Don’ts General InformationConventions Used in this Manual About this ManualSupplied Accessories Left side view Right side view Front view Components GuideBack view Top view Bottom view Wireless Controller WL-D85 Screen Displays Recording MoviesPlaying Movies Stop RecordRewind PlaybackGetting Started Charging the Battery PackOnce the Battery is Fully Charged Disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorderTo Remove the Battery Pack Preparing the Wireless Controller Only and Accessories Installing the Backup BatteryInsert the battery holder Battery life of the backup battery isTo USE the Wireless Controller Accessories Fasten the grip beltOFF 57. Otherwise, replace the battery When YOU Mount the Camcorder on a TripodBasic Operation Camcorder Operating modeOperating Modes Joystick and Joystick GuidePress FUNC. to save the settings and close the menu Using the MenusSelecting an Option from the Setup Menus Menu items not available will appear grayed outAbbreviation of Menu Selections in this Manual Display SETUP/ LanguageMenu Desired languageMenu DATE/TIME Setup T.ZONE/DST Desired time zone First Time SettingsChanging the Language Changing the Time ZoneOpening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen Setting the Date and TimeOpen the date and time setup screen Getting Ready to Start RecordingLCD Backlight Menu Display Setup Backlight Desired optionUse only videocassettes marked with Logo Inserting and Removing a TapeInsert the cassette Press the mark on the cassette compartment until it clicksBasic Recording When YOU have Finished RecordingShooting Video Press Start/Stop to begin recordingWhen recording movies, try to get a calm, stable picture Selecting the Zoom Type Zooming Optical, Advanced and Digital ZoomMenu Camera Setup Zoom Speed Desired option Camera SetupUsing the Zoom Zoom Type Desired optionQuick Start Function Press Quick Start firmlyWithin approx second, the camcorder is ready to record EXP Focus Adjust the volume Speaker VolumePush the joystick toward / to begin the playback During the playback of a sceneReturning to a Pre-marked Position Press or on the wireless controllerLocating the Beginning of a Recording Date If you marked the zero memory While recording, setLocating the End of the Last Scene Display SetupOn-Screen Displays Data Code END Search ExecuteAdvanced Functions Mode switchSpecial Scene Recording Programs Program AE Desired recording programBeach Flexible Recording Changing the Shutter Speed Select the shutter speed from the setup menusPress Func Select the Program AE recording program Shutter Desired shutter Speed Func Shutter speed guidelinesActivate the self timer Self TimerLCD Video Light LCD Light OFFAudio Recording Mode Using an External Microphone12bit Audio Playback Modes Audio SetupSelecting the Audio Channel Selecting the Audio Track on a Tape with Dubbed AudioAdjust the focus as necessary Manual Focus AdjustmentPush the joystick toward Back to save the focus adjustment It toward for a closer focal distanceMode switch except for Fireworks recording program Manual Exposure AdjustmentAdjust the brightness of the image as required White BalanceImage Effects Press FUNC. to save the setting and close the menuAuto Desired option Image Effect OFF Desired optionSetting Mode switch OptionsDigital Effects Effect OFF Desired optionWhile recording or in record pause mode During playback To Fade OUTTo Activate AN Effect Attaching the Ferrite Core Connecting to a TV or VCRCamcorder of the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable AV TerminalConnection Diagrams Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder Playback on a TV ScreenAudio Dubbing Locate the point where you want to start dubbing audioStart playback and immediately press Pause Audio DUB. and appearTo Select the Audio Track for Playback Press Stop to stop dubbingPC Connection Diagram Connecting to a ComputerSet the camcorder to mode Connecting Start the computerTransferring Video Recordings Equipment and System RequirementsAppendix Menu Options Lists Menu item Setting optionsPress To search Camera Play500, 1/1000, 1/2000 CameraVariable VCR Setup STD PlayWide TV Normal OFFOFF OFF Power Save System SetupOFF OffplaybkZone DST DATE/TIME SetupDATE/TIME Date Format Y 1.JAN.2008 1200 AMTroubleshooting Power SourceRecording/Playback Recording List of Messages in alphabetical order PlaybackRemove the Cassette Battery Pack Handling PrecautionsTreat the battery pack with care CamcorderAbout the battery terminal cover CassetteProtecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure Lithium Button Battery Maintenance/OthersCleaning StorageCondensation When Condensation is DetectedTo Avoid Condensation Resuming USETrademark Acknowledgements Using the Camcorder AbroadCB-2LWE System Diagram Availability differs from area to areaOptional Accessories Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommendedNB-2LH LCD CBC-NB2 Car Battery ChargerPage Specifications MD245/MD225System Input/Output Terminals CA-590E Compact Power Adapter BP-2L5 Battery PackPower/Others Index Grip beltNight recording program Onscreen display selection Quick Start functionZero set memory* Zoom Canon Europa N.V