Canon MV550i Using the DM-50 Microphone optional, Set the camcorder to Tape Camera mode

MV550i Using the DM-50 Microphone (optional)

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The highly sensitive Directional Stereo Microphone DM-50 has been designed

exclusively for camcorders equipped with an advanced accessory shoe . It is powered by the camcorder’s power supply. Use during cassette recording or audio dubbing ( 98).

Refer to the DM-50’s instructions for further details.

Turn the camcorder’s power off before attaching/removing the microphone.

1.Slide the microphone onto the accessory shoe and tighten with the shoe lock.

•Slide in the direction of the arrow on the bottom of the microphone until it clicks securely into place.

•Make sure that the microphone does not come disconnected when turning the shoe lock.

2.Set the camcorder to TAPE CAMERA mode.

•C (Connection) appears in the display.

3.Set the microphone’s directivity switch.

SHOTGUN: Clearly picks up sound arriving from the front of the microphone (monaural).

STEREO1: Picks up sound arriving from the front of, as well as sound surrounding the microphone.

STEREO2: Picks up sound surrounding the microphone in a wider range than STEREO 1.

Notes:

•Never carry the camcorder holding the microphone.

•The DM-50 will not pick up any sound if another microphone is attached to the camcorder’s microphone terminal.

Using the Full Range of Features

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