The wind screen is

WSON

Eturned on ( 62).

Volume level ( 31): Speaker

SPEAKER

+

HeadphonesPHONES

+

SPEAKER

OFF

The AV/headphones terminal is switched

to headphonesPHONES ( 32).

Audio output

STEREO1

(

93)

STEREO2

 

 

 

 

MIX/FIXED

 

 

MIX/VARI.

Time Code

0:12:34:12

This records counter information, including hour, minute, second, and frame number on a special data code area on the tape itself. It is reset automatically when a new tape is loaded. In CAMERA mode, the frame number doesn’t appear in the display.

Recording reminder

0sec

10sec

Additional

Information

Mix balance ( 93)

ST–1 ST–2

Audio input and Microphone input ( 91) (MV500i only) Audio input

Microphone input

AUDIO IN

MIC.IN

When you start recording, the camcorder counts from 0SEC to 10SEC. Shots which are shorter than ten seconds may be difficult to edit later. On the other hand, if you are not planning to edit the recording, remember that a shot which does not contain action should generally last no longer than 10 seconds.

AUTO POWER OFF”

DV input (

78)

DV IN

(MV500i only)

 

Analog-digital

converter ( 83)AVDV (MV500i only)

Condensation warning ( 104)

AUTO POWER OFF

The camcorder will turn itself off if you leave it in record pause mode for more than about 5 minutes. This display appears 20 seconds (approx.) before the camcorder turns off.

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MV500i, MV500 specifications

The Canon MV500i and MV500, with the model number 7561A001, represent a significant advancement in the world of mini DV camcorders. Known for their compact design and advanced features, these camcorders have become popular among both amateur videographers and professionals alike.

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