Combining Images (Card Mix)

You can produce effects not possible with just a tape with the Card Mix function. Choose one of the sample images provided on the supplied SD Memory Card (such as picture frames, backgrounds and animations) and combine it with the live video recording.

Card mix cannot be used when [PHOTO REC] is set to [CARD ].

Movies recorded on a memory card cannot be combined with camcorder recordings.

Make sure to load a cassette and to insert a memory card that contains card

mix images.

Additional sample images are provided on the supplied DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK. For instructions on how to upload them to the memory card, refer to Adding Still Images from Your Computer to the Memory Card in the DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK Software Instruction Manual.

Reselect the card mix image when you have turned off the camcorder, changed the position of the program selector or removed the memory card.

Card Mix Effects

You can select from the following 4 types of Card Mix effects:

Card Chroma Key (CARD CHROMA)

Combines frames with your recordings. The live video recording will appear in place of the blue area of the card mix image. If you create your own frame, make sure that the area the live recording should appear is blue.

Mix level adjustment: blue area of the still image.

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Live video recording

Card mix image

Using a Memory Card

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MVX150i, MVX100i specifications

The Canon MVX100i and MVX150i are compact digital camcorders that embody the essence of portability and advanced technology, making them popular choices among amateur filmmakers and casual users alike. These models, part of Canon's MV series, combine sleek design with functionality, catering to the needs of modern videographers.

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