Canon 7561A001, MV500i instruction manual Contents

Contents
Introduction
Important Usage Instructions	2
Thank you for Choosing a Canon	5
Introducing the MV500/MV500i	6
Mastering the Basics
Finding Your Way Around
the MV500/MV500i	7
~ Preparations ~
Attaching the Ferrite Core	10
Powering Your Camcorder	11
Loading a Cassette	16
~ Basic Recording ~
Basic Recording	18
Zooming	23
Using the LCD Screen	25
~ Basic Playback ~
Playing Back a Cassette	28
Connections for Playback on a
TV Screen	32
Tips for Making Better Videos	36
Using the Full Range of
Features
~ General ... ~
Searching and Reviewing
While Recording	38
Using the Menus	39
Using the Wireless Controller	43
~ For Recording ...~
Setting the Date and Time	46
Taking Still Pictures	49
Turning the Image Stabilizer Off	51
Using the Various Recording Programs ..	52
Using Digital Effects	56
Audio Recording	61
Setting the Self-Timer	63

~ When Making Manual Adjustments	...~
Ajusting AE Shift	65
Setting the Shutter Speed	66
Adjusting Focus Manually	68
Setting the White Balance	69
~ For Playback ...~
Displaying Date, Time and Camcorder Data
(Data Code)	71
Searching the Tape (Photo Search/
Date Search)	74
Returning to a Pre-Marked Position	75
Editing
Editing to a VCR	76
Dubbing with Digital Video Equipment	..77
Recording from a VCR, TV or Analog
Camcorder – Analog Line-in
(MV500i only)	81
Digitally Outputting Analog Video and
Audio Signals – Analog-Digital
Converter (MV500i only)	83
Recording Over Existing Scenes
– AV Insert Editing (MV500i only) ....	85
Audio Dubbing	88
Setting the Audio Mix	93
Connecting to a PC Using a DV Cable....	95
Additional Information
Preparing the Camcorder	96
Notes on Using the Batteries	98
Maintenance	101
Troubleshooting	105
The MV500/MV500i System Diagram..108
Optional Accessories	109
Screen Displays	111
Specifications	117
Index	118
Menu at a Glance	120

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