Caution phrases

The camcorder displays various caution phrases — they appear for 4 seconds before disappearing.

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Appears each time you turn the power on, until you set the time zone, date and time ( 46).

Appears when the battery pack is exhausted

( 99).

SET THE TIME ZONE,

DATE AND TIME

CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK

Appears as a warning to protect the tape and

also whenREMOVE THE CASSETTE condensation is

detected. Remove the tape as soon as possible after the camcorder has displayed the caution.

Refer to p.80

Appears when the tape has reached the end.

Refer to p.17

TAPE END

Refer to p.80, p.81 or p.83

COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED

COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED

THE TAPE IS SET FOR

ERASURE PREVENTION

Appears when, during DV dubbing,

the DV cable is CHECK THE DV INPUT disconnected or the

power of the digital equipment connected to the camcorder is turned off. (MV500i only)

Refer to p.104

CONDENSATION

HAS BEEN DETECTED

Appears when you try to do audio dubbing or AV insert (MV500i only) on a tape recorded in LP mode ( 85, 88).

Appears when you try to do audio dubbing on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio or 12-bit, 4-channel mode

( 88).

Appears when the camcorder detects a blank section of a tape during audio dubbing or AV insert (MV500i only) ( 85, 88).

CHECK THE CASSETTE

[REC MODE]

CHECK THE CASSETTE

[AUDIO MODE]

CHECK THE CASSETTE

[BLANK]

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Canon MV500i instruction manual 115, Refer to p.80, p.81 or p.83

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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The MV500i and MV500 are equipped with a powerful 18x optical zoom lens, providing exceptional versatility in capturing distant subjects with precision. This optical zoom is complemented by a 500x digital zoom, allowing users to enhance their videography further. Additionally, the camera features a maximum aperture of f/1.6, making it possible to shoot in low-light conditions, an essential characteristic for capturing spontaneous moments.

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